February 2003
Islamic Separatists in the Philippines Blow Up 5 Power Transmission Towers - 2003-02-27
Islamic separatists in the Philippines attacked power infrastructure, disrupting electricity supply on Mindanao island. The Moro Islamic Liberation Front is involved, and this marks a…
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…
Member States of the Organization of Islamic Conference Agree on the Possibility of Using 'Oil Weapon' - 2003-02-26
Member states of the Organization of Islamic Conference, led by Malaysia's Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, have discussed the potential use of oil as a political…
Death Toll from Plane Crash in Southeastern Iran Lower than Initially Reported
A plane crash in southeastern Iran resulted in 276 fatalities, lower than the initially reported 302. All passengers were members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard…
Bad Weather Continues to Hinder Recovery of Bodies of 302 Individuals Who Died in Military Plane Crash
A military plane crash in Iran resulted in the deaths of 302 individuals, with only fifty bodies recovered so far due to ongoing bad weather.…
Fire at Fueling Facility on Staten Island in New York City - 2003-02-21
A significant fire erupted at an Exxon oil facility on Staten Island, possibly during the refueling of an oil tanker. Witnesses reported an explosion, and…
Fire at Nightclub in Rhode Island Leaves Thirty-Nine Dead
A fire at a Rhode Island nightclub during a rock concert led to thirty-nine deaths and numerous injuries, with the cause linked to a pyrotechnic…
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…
Eight Individuals Charged with Supporting and Funding a Palestinian Militant Group
Eight individuals have been charged with supporting the Islamic Jihad militant group, with four residing in the U.S. Sami al-Arian, a prominent academic, is identified…
Iranian Military Transport Plane Crash in the South of the Country - 2003-02-20
An Iranian military transport plane crashed in the south of the country, killing all 302 passengers, including members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The…
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…
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…
Witness Report: Conversations with Experts on the Causes of the Iranian Revolution - 2003-02-11
The article features interviews with prominent Iranian experts discussing the origins and future of the Iranian Revolution. Key figures include Jamshid Islami, Ehsan Naraghi, and…
Two Million Pilgrims Gather at Arafat for Hajj Rituals
Two million pilgrims gathered at Arafat for Hajj rituals, where Saudi Arabia's top cleric warned against attacks on Islam. This event is significant as it…
Disruption of Hajj Rituals Will Be Met with an Iron Fist
Saudi Arabia has heightened security for the Hajj pilgrimage due to fears of protests against a potential U.S. war in Iraq. Around two million Muslims…
Interview with Siamak Shojaei on Loss-Making State-Owned Enterprises - 2003-02-05
Iranian lawmakers have raised concerns about the financial drain caused by loss-making state-owned enterprises, which are projected to consume a significant portion of the national…
Fighting Continues in Afghanistan Near Kandahar - 2003-02-05
Fighting near Kandahar has resulted in the deaths of three Afghan soldiers and five suspected Taliban insurgents. The conflict is ongoing, following recent clashes involving…