August 2002
Under the Microscope: Agreements Made with Ayatollah Khatami - 2002-08-30
The article discusses the agreements made with Ayatollah Khatami and raises concerns about the potential consequences for Iran if Iraq were to develop nuclear weapons.…
Under the Microscope: Delivery of Israeli Military Equipment to Iran - 2002-08-30
The article discusses the controversial delivery of Israeli military equipment to Iran and the reactions following a press conference held by Hojjatoleslam Khatami. This situation…
Asfari Calls Military Shipment to Iran Israeli Propaganda - 2002-08-29
Iran has denied any ties to a military shipment seized by German authorities, which they suspect was intended for Iran. The shipment, found on an…
Iran Rejects Iraqi Government's Claims
Iran has denied accusations from the Iraqi government linking it to the militant group Junud al-Islam, which Uday Hussein claims is fighting alongside Kurdish factions.…
Reza Baluchi Stopped at the Gates of the United States!
Reza Baluchi, an Iranian cyclist, has been denied a U.S. visa while trying to attend the September 11 anniversary in New York. His journey of…
Under the Microscope: Examining Iran-Bahrain Relations - 2002-08-19
The article discusses the visit of the King of Bahrain and the Iranian government's actions against the Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization. Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh provides…
Under the Microscope: Ayatollah Khamenei's Claim Regarding Velayat-e Faqih - 2002-08-16
The article discusses Ayatollah Khamenei's assertion that the Velayat-e Faqih system represents divine authority. It also questions the current state of peace movements in the…
An Eye for an Eye: A Man's Eyes Were Gouged Out in Tehran
Seyyed Taghi Tabatabai was sentenced to have his eyes gouged out by an Islamic court in Tehran as a form of punishment. The execution was…
Report by Shahid: An Interview with Dr. Shoaleh Saadi - 2002-08-11
Dr. Shoaleh Saadi, a former Islamic Parliament member, expresses despair over the current crisis in Iran, stating that there are no solutions left. This reflects…
Interview with Gholamreza Mojahadini - 2002-08-07
Gholamreza Mojahadini, Deputy of the National Union of Students, discusses the status of student movement leaders in an interview with Behrouz Abbasi from Voice of…
Under the Microscope: The Head of the Judiciary Considers the Recent Letter from Reformists as an American Plot
The Head of the Judiciary in Iran has labeled a recent letter from reformists as an American conspiracy. This statement reflects ongoing tensions between reformist…
Under the Microscope: The Iranian People's Demand to Start Talks with America - 2002-08-07
Dr. Alireza Nouri Zadeh discussed the Iranian people's desire for dialogue with the United States and the Iranian government's stance on U.S. efforts to overthrow…
Science and Society: The Drug Zayram - 2002-08-06
The U.S. government has imposed strict restrictions on the sale of the drug Zayram due to its misuse by criminals for sexual assaults. Mansour Farasioon…
Under the Microscope: Letter from 151 Members of the Islamic Parliament - 2002-08-05
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discussed a letter from 151 members of the Islamic Parliament warning against the repression of reformists by extremists and the upcoming…
News and Opinions: Why Dictators Dislike Travel?
The article discusses the reasons why dictators tend to dislike travel, emphasizing their restrictions and the implications of their actions. It also touches on themes…
Under the Microscope: Will Iran Become Dependent on Russia for Nuclear Fuel for Many Years?
The article discusses the potential long-term dependency of Iran on Russia for nuclear fuel as part of its nuclear development program. It features an interview…
Under the Microscope: Is the United States Planning a Military Attack on Iran?
In a discussion on August 1, 2002, Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh addresses concerns raised by the hardline faction in Iran regarding a potential U.S. military attack.…