February 2003
Interview with Mohammad Reza Khatami by Italian Newspaper - 2003-02-28
The article features an interview with Mohammad Reza Khatami discussing the implications of the Iraq crisis. Khatami, as a prominent political figure, shares insights that…
Under the Microscope: Tony Blair's Proposed Plan for Iraq and City Council Elections in Iran - 2003-02-26
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses Tony Blair's plan for the Iraq War and the Iranian government's comments on city council elections. This analysis highlights the…
Under the Microscope: Saddam's Defiance Regarding the Destruction of Al-Sumud Missiles - 2003-02-25
The article discusses Saddam Hussein's refusal to comply with UN demands regarding missile destruction and the protests by families of political prisoners in Iran. These…
Under the Microscope: Increase in Repression Parallel to UN Human Rights Delegation Visit
The article discusses the increasing repression of Iranian activists coinciding with the nearing end of a UN human rights delegation's visit to Iran. Notably, Dr.…
Human Rights or National Accord?
The European delegation is assessing human rights in Iran while a national accord bill is being drafted to resolve factional disputes. Dr. Ali Reza Nouri…
Press Conference of the National Council of Resistance on the Nuclear Activities of the Islamic Republic of Iran - February 21, 2003
On February 20, 2003, a press conference was held in Washington by the National Council of Resistance of Iran, where Alireza Jafarzadeh addressed the nuclear…
Crash of Iranian Military Aircraft - 2003-02-21
An Iranian military aircraft carrying IRGC members crashed while flying from Zahedan to Kerman. The incident highlights ongoing human rights issues in Iran, including the…
Under the Microscope: 5,000 Anti-Saddam Forces Enter Iraq from Iran - 2003-02-19
5,000 Iraqi forces opposed to Saddam Hussein have reportedly entered Iraq from Iran, as detailed in a Financial Times report. Additionally, journalist and political activist…
Under the Microscope: UN Human Rights Commission Delegation's Visit to Iran's Parliament Commission - 2003-02-18
A UN Human Rights Commission delegation visited Iran and met with a parliamentary commission. The discussions and their media coverage are under scrutiny, alongside the…
Million-Man Protests in Europe Against Military Attack on Iraq - 2003-02-17
On February 17, 2003, millions protested across Europe against the impending military action in Iraq. The protests were covered extensively by media, highlighting widespread opposition…
French Public Reaction to the War - 2003-02-16
The article discusses the public reaction in France to the potential war against Iraq, highlighting demonstrations and marches in Paris. This reflects the broader sentiment…
Interview with Gholamreza Mohajerinejad about the Situation of Imprisoned Students - 2003-02-15
Gholamreza Mohajerinejad has been appointed as the representative of the Democratic Front of Iran abroad and discusses the plight of imprisoned students in an interview.…
Interview of Prince Reza Pahlavi by Two Parisian Publications - 2003-02-14
Two Parisian publications interviewed Prince Reza Pahlavi ahead of the 24th anniversary of the Iranian revolution. The interview touches on significant political themes relevant to…
Are the Severe Security Measures of Britain and America Justified to Legitimize the Attack on Iraq?
The article discusses the severe security measures taken by Britain and America in the context of potential terrorist threats, suggesting that these actions are aimed…
The Presence of Osama bin Laden's Son in Iran - 2003-02-13
Ali Reza Nouri Zadeh discusses the implications of George Tenet's statements regarding Al-Qaeda's presence in Iran and the reports about Osama bin Laden's son being…
Announcement of Iran's Nuclear Activities by the President of Iran - 2003-02-12
The President of Iran announced the country's nuclear activities, focusing on nuclear fuel production and waste management. This announcement comes amidst a backdrop of European…
Under the Microscope: Anniversary of the Revolution and Establishment of the Islamic Republic of Iran - 2003-02-11
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh addresses objections from the People's Mujahedin Organization regarding his previous statements, discusses the poetry and goals of the Iranian Revolution, and…
Under the Microscope: Iraqi Foreign Minister's Visit to Tehran - 2003-02-11
Iraqi Foreign Minister Najy Sabri visited Tehran amidst rising tensions regarding Iraq. Political expert Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discussed this visit and the implications for…
The Head of the International Institute for Strategic Studies Believes the Time for Military Operations in Iraq is Near - 2003-02-08
John Shipman, the head of the International Institute for Strategic Studies, has stated that military operations in Iraq are imminent. This statement highlights the growing…
European Union and UN Human Rights Representatives in Tehran - February 7, 2003
On February 7, 2003, representatives from the European Union and the UN Human Rights Commission visited Tehran. Ali Reza Nouri Zadeh discusses their presence and…
French Media Reaction to Colin Powell's Statements - 2003-02-07
This article discusses the reaction of French media to Colin Powell's statements at the UN Security Council. It highlights the international discourse surrounding U.S. foreign…
Statements and Evidence Presented by the U.S. Secretary of State - 2003-02-06
The article discusses the statements and evidence presented by the U.S. Secretary of State concerning Iraq's weapons of mass destruction at the UN Security Council,…
Interview with Dr. Taghizadeh about Chris Patten's Visit to Tehran - 2003-02-06
Dr. Reza Taghizadeh discusses the significance of Chris Patten's visit to Tehran as the EU's Commissioner for External Relations. The conversation highlights the priorities and…
Mr. Alizadeh's Statements on the Conditional Lifting of Ayatollah Montazeri's House Arrest - 2003-02-05
Mr. Alizadeh, the Attorney General of Tehran, stated that the lifting of Ayatollah Montazeri's house arrest is conditional. Additionally, there are worrying health concerns regarding…
Chris Patten, European Union Foreign Affairs Commissioner, Visits Tehran - 2003-02-05
Chris Patten, the EU Foreign Affairs Commissioner, visited Tehran while Kamal Kharrazi traveled to London. The article also mentions the confirmation of prison sentences for…
The 25th Meeting of France and Britain - 2003-02-04
The 25th meeting between France and Britain commenced in Touk, focusing on bilateral relations. This event involves key diplomatic discussions between two significant European nations.…
Under the Microscope: The U.S. Secretary of State's Presence at the Security Council and Conversations Between President Bush and Tony Blair - 2003-02-03
The article discusses the U.S. Secretary of State's involvement in the UN Security Council and the discussions between President Bush and Tony Blair regarding international…
Interview with Dr. Hossein Lajevardi on Reactions to Reza Pahlavi's Statement - 2003-02-01
Reactions to Prince Reza Pahlavi's statement are ongoing, prompting an interview with Dr. Hossein Lajevardi, a prominent figure in Iranian research. This discussion highlights the…