November 2003
Two American Soldiers Killed in Western Iraq - 2003-11-30
Two American soldiers were killed and one wounded in a sudden attack on their convoy in western Iraq. The incident is part of a series…
Joint Statement of North Korea, the USA, and Japan - 2003-11-27
North Korea, the USA, and Japan are preparing a joint statement to encourage North Korea to abandon its nuclear program. This statement is expected to…
South Korea to Send Three Thousand Non-Combat Troops to Iraq
South Korea plans to deploy three thousand non-combat troops to Iraq for reconstruction efforts amid rising anti-war sentiments domestically. This decision comes as the U.S.…
Emergency Shutdown of a Nuclear Power Plant in South Korea - 2003-11-25
An emergency shutdown of a nuclear power plant in South Korea was initiated due to a technical malfunction, with no leaks reported. This incident involves…
First International Football Match Held in Afghanistan After 25 Years - 2003-11-24
The Afghan national football team played its first international match in 25 years, losing 2-0 to Turkmenistan in a stadium previously used for executions. This…
Beyzai to Release Video Version of 'One Thousand and First Night'
Bahram Beyzai is set to release a video version of his play 'One Thousand and First Night' after its recent performance in Tehran ended. The…
Multilateral Talks on North Korea's Nuclear Program to Begin on December 17
Multilateral talks on North Korea's nuclear program are set to commence on December 17, involving five countries aiming to halt the program. North Korea seems…
Under the Microscope: Postponement of the Farrokhars' Memorial Ceremony, Upcoming Islamic Consultative Assembly Elections - 2003-11-20
The memorial ceremony for Dariush and Parvaneh Farrokhar has been postponed, raising concerns about political implications. Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses this alongside the strategies…
Weekly Discussion: Behrouz Abassi's Interview with Parastoo Farokh - November 20, 2003
Behrouz Abassi interviews Parastoo Farokh to commemorate the anniversary of the martyrdom of her family. This discussion highlights the ongoing impact of political violence in…
US Official: North Korea Will Have Security Guarantees If It Halts Its Nuclear Program - 2003-11-20
James Kelly, the US Deputy Secretary of State, emphasized that North Korea could receive security guarantees from the US if it stops its nuclear program.…
Iran's National Basketball Team Ranked 39th in the World
Iran's national basketball team is currently ranked 39th in the world and 7th in Asia. This ranking follows teams from several Asian countries, including China…
Interview with Parastoo Farrokh about the Anniversary of the Murder of Dariush and Parvaneh - 2003-11-19
Parastoo Farrokh discusses the government's unilateral decision to postpone the commemoration of her parents' murder. The memorial event is scheduled for December 2nd. This situation…
Clashes Between Hundreds of South Korean Farmers and Police - 2003-11-19
Hundreds of South Korean farmers clashed with police during a protest against government plans to open agricultural markets. The farmers, numbering at least 50,000, demanded…
South Korea has evacuated its embassy in Afghanistan - 2003-11-18
South Korea has evacuated its embassy in Afghanistan due to warnings of a possible al-Qaeda attack. Approximately 40 South Korean nationals and 200 soldiers in…
The United States is Committed to Establishing Democracy and Peace in Iraq - 2003-11-18
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld affirmed America's commitment to democracy and peace in Iraq during a speech to soldiers in South Korea. He emphasized that…
The Second Round of Six-Party Talks Likely to Be Held on December 17 and 18 in Beijing
The second round of six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear ambitions is expected to occur in Beijing on December 17 and 18. South Korea's National…
Japan Plans to Send Troops to Iraq but Did Not Provide a Date - 2003-11-16
Japan announced its intention to send troops to Iraq for reconstruction but has delayed the deployment until next year due to security concerns following a…
Donald Rumsfeld Discusses Iraq Reconstruction with Junichiro Koizumi - 2003-11-14
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld met with Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi to discuss Iraq's reconstruction and other security issues. They avoided discussing Japan's…
U.S. Defense Secretary's Six-Day Trip to Asia - 2003-11-13
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is on a six-day trip to Asia to discuss troop deployments and military strategies with allies in Japan and South…
Roh Moo-hyun Orders Government Not to Send More Than 3,000 Non-Combat Troops to Iraq - 2003-11-13
South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun has ordered that no more than 3,000 non-combat troops be sent to Iraq, despite U.S. requests for more soldiers. This…
The United States and South Korea Are Close to an Agreement on American Forces in Seoul
The U.S. and South Korea are close to finalizing an agreement to move thousands of American troops out of Seoul. This move is significant as…
A Senior Chinese Diplomat Expresses Hope for Resolving North Korea's Nuclear Crisis
A senior Chinese diplomat is hopeful that efforts to resolve North Korea's nuclear crisis will succeed by next year, following a meeting with South Korean…
New Round of Six-Party Talks on North Korea's Nuclear Development Program
Preparations for a new round of six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program have commenced, involving the U.S., North Korea, South Korea, China, Russia, and…