December 2003
Iranian Security Forces Expand Security Measures Around British, Turkish, and Swiss Embassies
Iran has heightened security around the British, Turkish, and Swiss embassies due to al-Qaeda's threats of attacks. This follows recent incidents of violence against diplomatic…
Iranian Refugees in Switzerland Go on Hunger Strike
Around 50 Iranian asylum seekers in Switzerland have initiated an indefinite hunger strike to demand the approval of their asylum requests due to the current…
President Khatami Says His Country Has Never Attempted to Produce Nuclear Weapons - 2003-12-11
President Khatami of Iran asserts that the country has never sought to develop nuclear weapons, citing Islamic prohibitions against indiscriminate killing. He challenges U.S. claims…
FIFA Rejects Olympique Marseille's Request
FIFA has rejected Olympique Marseille's request to sign goalkeeper Fabian Barthez from Manchester United. Barthez, currently the third-choice goalkeeper at United, hoped to revitalize his…
UEFA Moves Venue for Two Matches
UEFA has announced the relocation of two matches for the 2004 European Championship to larger venues in Lisbon and Porto to accommodate more fans. The…