June 2003
Suspension of 120 Labor Union Leaders Likely in South Korea - 2003-06-30
South Korean officials plan to suspend 120 labor union leaders due to a paralyzing railway strike. The strike was ignored by thousands of workers who…
Nationwide Strikes Begin Today in Nigeria - 2003-06-30
Nationwide strikes in Nigeria begin today due to a 54% increase in fuel prices, which the government has declared illegal. Union leaders and citizens are…
Palestinian militant leaders have agreed to cease attacks on Israelis for three months - 2003-06-27
Palestinian militant leaders have agreed to a three-month ceasefire from attacks on Israelis, in exchange for halting Israeli military strikes against Palestinians. The agreement involves…
Interview with Shokouh Hamidnia, Mother of Soheila Sazegara - June 27, 2003
Dr. Soheila Sazegara has been hospitalized due to a hunger strike protesting the arrests of her husband and son. Her mother-in-law, Shokouh Hamidnia, discusses the…
News from Cities Other Than Tehran is Not Accurately Reflected - 2003-06-26
Student protests have been ongoing in Iran for three weeks, with the latest protests occurring at the University of Isfahan. Students are demanding the release…
An Inside Look: Interview with Dr. Soheila Sazgara Regarding the Sixth Day of Mohsen Sazgara's Hunger Strike - 2003-06-25
Dr. Soheila Sazgara discusses the ongoing hunger strike of her husband, Mohsen Sazgara, who has been detained. The interview sheds light on the family's struggles…
Agreement Among Three Palestinian Extremist Groups to Declare Temporary Ceasefire with Israel - 2003-06-25
Three Palestinian extremist groups, including Hamas and Islamic Jihad, have agreed to a temporary ceasefire with Israel for three months. However, ongoing violence and Israeli…
A 5.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southeastern Iran
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake occurred in southeastern Iran, specifically in Iranshahr, Sistan and Baluchestan province. There are currently no reports of damage or injuries. This…
An Inside Look: Interview with Soheila Sazgara, Wife of Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara - 2003-06-20
Soheila Sazgara, the wife of political activist Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara, discusses her husband's recent arrest and their son Vahid's involvement in a hunger strike. This…
Amnesty International's Statement in Protest of the Arrest of Mohsen Sazegara and His Son - 2003-06-19
Amnesty International has condemned the arrest of journalist Mohsen Sazegara and his son Vahid, expressing concern over their safety and lack of information regarding their…
Meeting of Mahmoud Abbas with President Bush's Special Envoy to the Middle East - 2003-06-17
Mahmoud Abbas met with John Wolf, President Bush's special envoy, in Gaza to discuss a ceasefire and peace efforts amid ongoing violence. The meeting precedes…
Zimbabwe Bans Strikes in the Public Sector - 2003-06-16
Zimbabwe's government has banned strikes in key public sectors following protests against President Mugabe. Union leaders have dismissed the ban as ineffective and a sign…
Report on the June Arrest of Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara - 2003-06-16
Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara, along with his son and a newspaper editor, was arrested for allegedly inciting student protests. Sazgara has begun a hunger strike in…
Pressure on President Bush to Clarify Strategy Towards Iran - June 15, 2003
The article discusses the pressure on President Bush to clarify U.S. strategy towards Iran amidst concerns about the coherence of policies. Critics argue about the…
Colombian Air Force Kills 67 Members of FARC Revolutionary Forces - 2003-06-15
The Colombian Air Force reported killing 67 FARC members in two airstrikes. General Hector Fabio Velasco confirmed the attacks occurred in Cauca and Meta provinces.…
Supporters of the Venezuelan government intended to disrupt an anti-government demonstration taking place in a poor neighborhood of Caracas - 2003-06-14
Supporters of Venezuelan President Chavez attempted to disrupt an anti-government protest in Caracas, leading to clashes with police and injuries. This incident highlights the ongoing…
Israeli Gunships Take Down a Hamas Member
Israeli gunships killed a Hamas member following an order from Ariel Sharon to eliminate the group. The attack resulted in multiple casualties, including injuries to…
American Soldiers Detain 74 Suspects Allegedly Supporting Al-Qaeda Near Kirkuk - 2003-06-13
U.S. soldiers detained 74 suspects near Kirkuk who are allegedly linked to Al-Qaeda, amidst a broader military operation that resulted in the deaths of 97…
Hamas Claims Responsibility for Today's Suicide Bombing in Jerusalem - 2003-06-11
Hamas has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing in Jerusalem that killed at least 16 people. The incident prompted a strong condemnation from President Bush…
Iranian Refugees' Hunger Strike in Brussels, Belgium
A group of 16 Iranian refugees in Brussels has initiated a hunger strike after losing their benefits due to a negative asylum decision. The strike…
Donald Rumsfeld: It Will Ultimately Be Proven That the Information the U.S. Had About Iraq's Weapons of Mass Destruction Was Correct - 2003-06-06
Donald Rumsfeld affirmed in Congress that U.S. intelligence on Iraq's weapons of mass destruction would be validated over time. He also expressed uncertainty about the…
Peru's Largest Labor Confederation Calls for Strikes Amid State of Emergency - 2003-06-03
Peru's largest labor confederation has urged citizens to participate in nationwide strikes following a state of emergency declared by President Alejandro Toledo to curb opposition…
Deadly Currents
The documentary 'Deadly Currents' explores the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on the Intifada and the emotions of both sides. It provides a platform for diverse opinions,…