November 2003
The Largest Accident in Iran's History Leaves Dozens Injured - 2003-11-29
A massive collision involving around 200 vehicles on the Qom-Tehran highway resulted in dozens of injuries and significant traffic disruptions. The incident highlights ongoing issues…
Under the Microscope: President Bush's Sudden Visit to Baghdad; One Year Since the Assassination of Intellectuals and Freedom Seekers in Iran - 2003-11-28
President Bush made an unexpected visit to Baghdad, coinciding with the anniversary of the assassination of intellectuals and freedom seekers in Iran. The article raises…
Bodies of Two British Diplomats Returned from Istanbul to Their Country
Two British diplomats were killed in a suicide bombing in Istanbul, and their bodies are being returned to the UK. The attack also resulted in…
Meeting of the Head of the Iraqi Governing Council with Ayatollah Sistani - 2003-11-27
Jalal Talabani, the head of the Iraqi Governing Council, met with Ayatollah Sistani to discuss necessary revisions to the U.S. plan for transferring power to…
Iraqi Shiite Leaders Protest New Power Transfer Plan for Next Year
Iraqi Shiite leaders are protesting a new U.S.-led plan to transfer power to a temporary government, claiming it excludes the Iraqi people's involvement. Key figures…
Leaders of the Shiite Community in Iraq Protest New Power Transfer Plan - 2003-11-26
Leaders of the Shiite community in Iraq have protested a new power transfer plan that they believe delays elections and undermines the role of the…
Disagreement Among Clerics in Iran Over the Determination of Eid al-Fitr Day
There is a division among Iranian clerics regarding the date of Eid al-Fitr, with some declaring it today and others tomorrow. This disagreement highlights the…
Georgia's Parliament Convenes to Set Election Date - 2003-11-25
Georgia's Parliament is meeting for the first time after the resignation of President Eduard Shevardnadze to set a date for new elections, which are to…
Six Suspected Rebels Killed in Aceh Conflict in Indonesia
Indonesian military forces killed six suspected rebels and arrested four others in Aceh. This follows a change in military leadership, with General Bambang Darmono expressing…
One Killed and Four Injured in Protests by Former Afghan Defense Ministry Employees
Protests by former employees of Afghanistan's Ministry of Defense resulted in one death and four injuries as they demanded overdue salaries and job assistance. The…
Rocket Explosion Near Hotel in Afghanistan's Capital
A rocket exploded near the Intercontinental Hotel in Kabul, causing damage but no injuries. The Taliban have been increasingly active in Afghanistan since August, although…
Iran's First Animated Feature Film to Premiere: The Egyptian Sun
Iran's first animated feature film, 'The Egyptian Sun', will premiere in Tehran on November 26, directed by Behrouz Yaghmaian and Shahram Khavarzami. The film, based…
Jordan's King Thanks Russia for Helping Advance Peace in the Middle East - 2003-11-20
King Abdullah of Jordan expressed gratitude to Russia for its role in promoting peace in the Middle East during a meeting with President Putin. This…
Senior UN Official: Feeding the Hungry of the World Can Provide More Peace and Security
James Morris, director of the World Food Programme, emphasized that a fraction of the funds allocated for Iraq could significantly alleviate global hunger. He highlighted…
U.S. Army to Use Heavy Weapons Against Iraqi Insurgents - 2003-11-18
The U.S. Army has decided to employ heavy weaponry in response to ongoing insurgent attacks in Iraq, following the deaths of two American soldiers. President…
U.S. Envoy Calls for Reconciliation in Georgia's Leadership Crisis
The U.S. envoy urged Georgian President Shevardnadze to resolve a leadership crisis peacefully amid protests over alleged electoral fraud. The situation is tense as the…
U.S. Forces Attack Suspected Militants' Hideouts in Saddam Hussein's Hometown - 2003-11-17
U.S. forces conducted a heavy weapons attack on suspected militant hideouts in Tikrit, Saddam Hussein's hometown, aiming to deter armed resistance from his loyalists. The…
Some CIA Officials: Guerrilla Warfare Against U.S. Forces in Iraq Was Planned Before the War - 2003-11-16
U.S. intelligence officials are increasingly asserting that the guerrilla warfare against U.S. forces in Iraq was pre-planned before the war. This claim is supported by…
Senior American Official: IAEA Conclusion is Incredible - 2003-11-13
A senior U.S. official, John Bolton, criticized the IAEA's conclusion that there is no evidence of Iran seeking nuclear weapons, calling it unbelievable. This statement…
Announcement of North Korean National Football Team's Arrival in Iran - 2003-11-05
The North Korean national football team is set to arrive in Iran on November 20, 2003, for a qualifying match for the 2004 AFC Asian…
President Bush's Visit to Southern California - 2003-11-04
President Bush visited Southern California to assess the impact of recent wildfires that caused significant destruction and loss of life. He engaged with affected residents…
China and Pakistan Apparently Unable to Reach Agreement on Chashma Nuclear Power Plant Development Plan
China and Pakistan have failed to finalize an agreement on the development of the Chashma nuclear power plant. Despite expectations of signing a contract during…
Two Sons of Ayatollah Montazeri Released Hours After Arrest
Ahmad and Saeed Montazeri, sons of the prominent cleric Ayatollah Montazeri, were arrested for trying to access a building designated for educational expansion but were…
Arrest of Ahmad and Saeed, Sons of Ayatollah Montazeri - 2003-11-03
Ahmad and Saeed Montazeri, sons of the dissenting cleric Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri, were arrested by security agents in Qom while attempting to access a…