September 2003
EU Foreign Ministers Discuss Relations with Iran - 2003-09-29
EU foreign ministers met in Brussels to address concerns over Iran's nuclear program. They plan to urge Iran to abandon nuclear weapons ambitions and agree…
Karam Zahdi, the Assassin of Anwar Sadat, Released from Prison
Karam Zahdi, who assassinated Egyptian President Anwar Sadat in 1981, has been released from prison after 22 years due to health issues. In a recent…
Two and a Half Years Imprisonment for a Former Diplomat of the Islamic Republic in Germany
A former Iranian diplomat was sentenced to two and a half years in prison in Germany for spying on Iranian dissidents. He claimed he was…
Indian Soldiers Kill 15 Islamic Militants
Indian soldiers have killed 15 Islamic militants attempting to infiltrate Kashmir, a region disputed by India and Pakistan. This incident occurred shortly before a military…
Approval of Ahmad Qurai's Cabinet Minister List by Fatah Leaders - 2003-09-27
Fatah leaders approved a cabinet minister list presented by Prime Minister Ahmad Qurai, which will be submitted to the Palestinian parliament for final approval. The…
Israel Closes West Bank and Gaza Strip to Prevent Possible Terrorist Attacks - 2003-09-25
Israel has closed the West Bank and Gaza Strip to prevent potential Palestinian terrorist attacks during the Jewish New Year. Yasser Arafat called for peace…
Cancellation of Stoning Sentence for Woman in Nigeria Convicted of Adultery - 2003-09-25
Amina Lawal's stoning sentence for adultery was overturned by an Islamic court in Nigeria, citing lack of opportunity for defense. This ruling is seen as…
Two Killed and Several Injured in Cinema Explosion in Mosul
An explosion in a cinema in Mosul killed two and injured several others during the screening of a pornographic film. Islamic extremists have targeted cinemas…
Saudi Officials Expel 9 Yemenis
Saudi Arabia has expelled 9 Yemenis linked to security issues, including some connected to the attack on the French oil tanker Limburg. This incident highlights…
Iranian Television Shows Musical Instruments After 25 Years
Iranian television aired images of musical instruments for the first time in 25 years, showcasing traditional instruments during a program called 'Delnavazan'. This change follows…
An Iranian Ministry of Intelligence Agent is Wanted in Connection with Zahra Kazemi's Death - 2003-09-22
An Iranian judge has issued a pursuit order for a Ministry of Intelligence agent linked to the death of Zahra Kazemi, an Iranian-Canadian journalist who…
Indian Kashmir Soldiers Kill Muslim Militant
Indian soldiers killed five suspected Muslim militants in a nighttime clash in Kashmir. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict between Indian forces and Muslim extremists…
Bill Clinton Opens Memorial for Bosnian Massacre - 2003-09-20
Bill Clinton inaugurated a memorial in Srebrenica for the victims of the 1995 massacre, where around 8,000 Muslims were killed. He emphasized the need for…
Malaysian Prime Minister to Resign After 22 Years in October - 2003-09-20
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad is resigning after 22 years in office. He criticized the main opposition party for being unclear in its policies and…
Report by Shahid: Trial of a Young Frenchman Charged with Intent to Bomb a Mosque for Muslims in Paris - 2003-09-19
A young Frenchman is on trial for allegedly planning to bomb a mosque in Paris. This case raises concerns about rising extremism and anti-Muslim sentiments…
Four Suspected Members of a Regional Terrorist Group to Be Tried in Thailand Later This Year
Four suspected members of an Islamic group are facing trial in Thailand for allegedly planning attacks on foreign embassies. The trial is scheduled for November,…
Tajikistan's Supreme Court Sentences Former Soldier to Death
A former soldier in Tajikistan has been sentenced to death for the murder of five civilians during the civil war, highlighting the ethnic tensions that…
Semi-Final Round - 55 and 74 kg Weight Classes - 2003-09-14
In the semi-finals of the wrestling competition, Mohammad Aslani lost to Moldova's Qanadi Tulbi in the 55 kg category, while Hadi Habibi lost to Russia's…
Bronze Medal Achievements in 55kg and 74kg Categories - 2003-09-14
Mohammad Aslani and Hadi Habibi competed for bronze medals in wrestling at the 55kg and 74kg categories, respectively. Aslani lost to Ukraine's Zakharuk, finishing fourth,…
First Section of Day Two - 55 and 96 kg Weight Classes - 2003-09-13
In the wrestling competitions, Alireza Heydari won against Torchinava from the Netherlands in the 96 kg class, while Mohammad Aslani triumphed over Martin Barbery from…
Clash of Civilizations in New York - 2003-09-13
Javad Zarif, Iran's ambassador to the UN, highlights the impact of American extremism on Iran's ability to implement reformist policies. This statement reflects the ongoing…
Report on the Results of the World Wrestling Championships in New York - 2003-09-13
The Iranian wrestlers faced mixed results at the 2003 World Wrestling Championships in New York, with notable losses from key competitors Mohammad Talayi and Alireza…
Second Section of Day Two - 55 and 120 kg - 2003-09-13
In the wrestling competitions, Mohammad Aslani won against Greek wrestler Amirhan Kartanov with a score of 6-3 in the 55 kg category, while Alireza Razaei…
Second Part of Day Two - 55 kg Weight Class - 2003-09-13
Mohammad Aslani won his wrestling match in the 55 kg weight class against Mongolia's Naranbat, scoring three points throughout the match. The victory was celebrated…
A Former Guerrilla Leader in Kashmir, India, Killed by Muslim Militants - 2003-09-13
A former guerrilla leader in Kashmir, Mohammad Yousuf, was killed by Muslim militants along with two companions after a cricket match. This incident is part…
55 and 60 Kilograms - 2003-09-12
The World Championship Wrestling competition commenced in New York, featuring Iranian wrestlers Mohammad Talai and Mohammad Aslani. Talai lost in a controversial overtime decision to…
Grenade Attack on Palestinian Protesters in Lebanon - 2003-09-12
A grenade was thrown at Palestinian protesters in a refugee camp in Lebanon, injuring at least 11 people. The protest was in support of Yasser…
Under the Microscope: The Effects of the September 11 Incident on Global Politics and the Thinking of People in the West and East - 2003-09-11
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the implications of the September 11 attacks on global politics and public perception in both the West and East. He…
Seven Suspected Muslim Militants Killed by Police in Kashmir, India
Seven suspected Muslim militants were killed by police in Kashmir after entering an area under Indian control. The incident highlights ongoing violence in the region,…
Under the Microscope: President Bush's Speech and Its Global Reflection - 2003-09-08
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the implications of President Bush's recent speech, the associated nuclear resolutions concerning Iran, and the state of Iran-Canada relations. This…
Al Jazeera Reporter Detained for 72 Hours in Spain - 2003-09-08
An Al Jazeera reporter was detained in Spain for 72 hours on suspicion of ties to Islamic terrorist organizations. The case has drawn significant attention…
The U.S. Freezes Assets of 10 Members of the Jamaah Islamiyah Group - 2003-09-05
The U.S. has frozen the assets of 10 suspected members of Jamaah Islamiyah due to their alleged connections with al-Qaeda. This action is part of…
Interview of Farah Jahangiri with Ali Kashtgar, Political Activist and Analyst of Iranian and Middle Eastern Issues - 2003-09-04
Farah Jahangiri interviews Ali Kashtgar about the current political landscape in Iran and its implications for regional dynamics. Kashtgar, a prominent political activist, provides insights…
Indian Kashmir Officials Say Soldiers Neutralized Two Suspected Muslim Militants
Indian Kashmir officials reported that soldiers killed two suspected Muslim militants who had previously killed a woman and injured three others. The incident occurred as…
Tony Blair Urges the Islamic Republic of Iran to Comply with International Demands
Tony Blair called on Iran to accept international nuclear inspections, warning that criticism from London would continue otherwise. Following a security threat, the UK allowed…
Amnesty International and Investigation of Torture Practices in Yugoslavia - 2003-09-04
Amnesty International has called for an investigation into allegations of police torture of suspects related to the assassination of Serbian Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic. The…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Third Day of Trial for Iraj Sadri, Iranian Accused of Espionage in Germany - 2003-09-04
The trial of Iraj Sadri, who is accused of espionage for Iran in Germany, has reached its third day. This case is significant as it…
Two Police Killed in Bomb Explosion in Kashmir, India - 2003-09-03
A bomb explosion in Kashmir, India resulted in the death of two police officers and injuries to three others. The attack is believed to have…
Mixed Reactions to Abu Bakar Bashir's Four-Year Prison Sentence
Abu Bakar Bashir was sentenced to four years in prison for treason, which sparked mixed reactions. Supporters were pleased with the lighter sentence compared to…
Five Members of Terrorist Group Charged with Conspiracy to Attack Foreign Embassies and Tourist Centers
Five members of Jamaah Islamiyah have been charged in Thailand for plotting attacks on foreign embassies and tourist sites. The charges stem from actions taken…
Indonesian Court to Issue Verdict on Abu Bakar Bashir Today - 2003-09-02
An Indonesian court is expected to deliver its verdict on Abu Bakar Bashir, a key figure in regional terrorism linked to al-Qaeda. He faces serious…
India: Bomb Blast by Muslim Militants in Kashmir Kills Two Police Officers - 2003-09-02
A bomb blast in Kashmir, attributed to suspected Muslim militants, resulted in the deaths of two police officers. This incident coincides with accusations against four…