August 2003
Protests Against Election Results in Cambodia - 2003-08-31
Nineteen protesters were arrested in Phnom Penh while demonstrating against the recent election results in Cambodia. The protests were led by the Khmer Front, an…
Nabil Omar: Israel's Attack Destroys Chances for Resuming Peace Talks - 2003-08-31
Nabil Omar criticized Israel's missile attack on Hamas as a setback for peace talks. The attack resulted in the deaths of two Hamas members and…
Arrest of 4 Men in Connection with Bomb Explosion in Najaf - 2003-08-30
Four men have been arrested in connection with a deadly bomb explosion in Najaf that killed prominent Shia cleric Ayatollah Muhammad Baqir al-Hakim and over…
Peaceful March of Thousands in Mumbai - 2003-08-27
Thousands participated in a peaceful march in Mumbai to protest against two deadly bombings that resulted in numerous casualties. The event aimed to honor the…
Protest by Over One Thousand Palestinian Prisoners - 2003-08-26
Over one thousand Palestinian prisoners protested against the potential transfer to a military camp known for poor living conditions. Israeli guards used tear gas and…
Opposition Sentiments Against North Korea Gradually Emerge in Japan and South Korea
Opposition to North Korea is rising in Japan and South Korea as six-party talks on its nuclear program approach. A protest at the World Student…
Mohammad Khatami Accepted the Resignation of Mostafa Moein, Minister of Science - 2003-08-23
President Mohammad Khatami accepted the resignation of Mostafa Moein, the Minister of Science, following student protests and political tensions. Moein cited the violation of university…
Khatami Loses Reformist Ally, Reuters - 2003-08-23
Mohammad Khatami accepted the resignation of Mostafa Moein, a key ally and Minister of Science, in protest against mass student arrests during pro-democracy protests. This…
Protest Against Whale Hunting by Iceland - 2003-08-21
Iceland has resumed whaling, prompting the Bush administration to consider potential trade sanctions. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is investigating whether this action violates…
Palestinian Prisoners' Riot in Northern Israel - 2003-08-20
A riot broke out among Palestinian prisoners in northern Israel after they learned of a potential transfer to a notoriously harsh military camp. Israeli guards…
Death Toll from Protests in Isfahan Province Reaches 8
Protests in Isfahan Province have resulted in eight deaths, including two military personnel, and 150 injuries. The unrest was sparked by a dispute with the…
Hundreds Protest the Killing of a Shia Doctor in Karachi
Hundreds of people protested in Karachi following the shooting death of a Shia doctor. The incident raises concerns about sectarian violence in Pakistan, as the…
UNHCR Protests Against Russia Over Pressure on Chechen Refugees - 2003-08-15
The UNHCR has expressed strong objections to Russia's treatment of Chechen refugees in Ingushetia, where they are being pressured to return to Chechnya or relocate.…
Over 130 People Arrested in Santiago Protests in Chile - 2003-08-14
In Santiago, Chile, over 130 individuals were arrested during a significant protest led by the Central Workers' Union demanding better wages and working conditions. The…
U.S. Army Officer Apologizes to Shia Leaders for the Death of an Iraqi Boy - 2003-08-14
A U.S. Army officer apologized to Shia leaders after an Iraqi boy was killed during protests against a military helicopter's actions. The incident has raised…
Argentina's Congress Repeals Amnesty Law Granted to Former Regime Officials
Argentina's Congress has repealed the amnesty law for officials of the former dictatorship, responding to public pressure and human rights concerns. This decision comes as…
An Iraqi Boy Killed in Clashes Between American Soldiers and Shiite Protesters - 2003-08-14
An Iraqi boy was killed during clashes between American soldiers and Shiite protesters in Baghdad, sparked by the soldiers' attempt to remove an Islamic flag.…
At Least 14 Arrested in Baku Protests - 2003-08-13
At least 14 people were arrested during protests in Baku against the appointment of President Heydar Aliyev's son as Prime Minister and the disqualification of…
Mohammad Khatami's Warning to Hardliners
Mohammad Khatami warned hardliners that their opposition to his reforms is alienating Iranian youth, who seek freedom and progress. This discontent has previously sparked significant…
Under the Microscope: Guardian Council's Interference in Upcoming Elections and the Interior Ministry's Objection - 2003-08-11
The Guardian Council's decision to hire 200,000 personnel for election oversight has faced objections from the Interior Minister. Additionally, a letter from 300 global academics…
10 More Students Are Set to Be Released in Iran - 2003-08-11
Ten additional students arrested during anti-government protests in Iran are expected to be released, bringing the total number of students freed last week to 22.…
Second Consecutive Day of Protests Against Fuel and Electricity Shortages in Basra - 2003-08-11
Protests against fuel and electricity shortages in Basra have turned violent for the second consecutive day, resulting in the deaths of a Nepali security guard…
Two Pakistani Soldiers Killed by American Soldiers' Gunfire Near Afghanistan Border - 2003-08-11
Two Pakistani soldiers were killed by American gunfire during a mistaken attack on a patrol unit near the Afghanistan border. The Pakistani army has protested…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Controversy Over the Film 'The Passion of Christ' - 2003-08-10
The article discusses the controversy and protests that arose months before the release of the film 'The Passion of Christ,' focusing on its depiction of…
British Soldiers Encounter Gunfire in Basra Today - 2003-08-10
British soldiers in Basra faced gunfire amid protests over fuel and electricity shortages, resulting in one protester and a Nepali security officer's deaths. The situation…
Four American Soldiers Injured During Patrols in Kirkuk and Baghdad - 2003-08-10
Four American soldiers were injured in Iraq amid ongoing guerrilla attacks, while British troops faced unrest in Basra over fuel shortages. President Bush reaffirmed U.S.…
Reduction in the Number of Pages of Reformist Newspapers in Iran Following Journalists' Protest
Reformist newspapers in Iran reduced their page counts significantly in response to a protest by journalists against media restrictions. Around 500 journalists participated in the…
Continued Clashes in Northern and Southern Iraq - 2003-08-09
Clashes continue in Iraq with American soldiers targeted in the north and British soldiers facing protests in Basra. The unrest is fueled by shortages of…
Iranian Journalists Demand Freedom for Over 20 Imprisoned Colleagues
Iranian journalists protested for the release of over 20 imprisoned colleagues on Journalist Day, highlighting the oppressive environment they face. Robert Menard from Reporters Without…
Doctors: Heydar Aliyev Suffering from Heart and Kidney Issues
Heydar Aliyev, the 80-year-old President of Azerbaijan, is hospitalized in the U.S. for heart and kidney issues. His recent appointment of his son Ilham as…
Leader of a Splinter Group of the Irish Republican Army Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
Michael McVeigh, leader of the Real Irish Republican Army, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for directing terrorist operations and membership in an illegal…
Saeed Mortazavi Orders Release of 9 Student Leaders - 2003-08-06
Saeed Mortazavi has ordered the release of 9 student leaders in Iran following a request from Ayatollah Khamenei for leniency towards detained students. This decision…
Israeli Forces Arrest 47 Protesters Against Security Barrier
Israeli forces detained 47 protesters against a security barrier in the West Bank, primarily foreign activists. The incident coincided with the cancellation of a meeting…
On August 17, We Write More So Our Friends in Iran Do Not Feel Alone, Maroofi in Malakout - 2003-08-02
On August 17, World Journalist Day, Iranian journalists and writers mourn the repression and imprisonment of their colleagues. The article emphasizes the ongoing struggle against…
Israeli Soldiers Fire Rubber Bullets at Protesters Against Security Barrier in West Bank - 2003-08-01
Israeli soldiers fired rubber bullets at protesters near a new security barrier in the West Bank, injuring several individuals. This incident coincides with a hunger…