October 2003
Has the Islamic Republic of Iran Complied with the Full Disclosure of Its Nuclear Activities?
The IAEA is assessing whether Iran has met its deadline for disclosing its nuclear activities. Mohamed ElBaradei indicated that inspections are proceeding well and anticipates…
Report Shahid: Press Conference of the Iranian Ambassador in France - 2003-10-30
Sadegh Kharrazi, the Iranian Ambassador to France, held a press conference where he addressed various issues. This event is significant as it reflects Iran's diplomatic…
Under the Microscope: Examining Reactions in Iran Regarding US-Iran Relations - 2003-10-30
Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh discusses the Iranian reactions to US officials' statements about US-Iran relations and questions the identity of 'the people' referred to by the…
Interview with Dr. Siamak Shojaei on the Role of Various Foundations in Iran's Economy - 2003-10-30
Dr. Siamak Shojaei discusses the significant influence of around one hundred foundations that manage over 1600 companies in Iran's economy. Key foundations mentioned include the…
Leaders of the Islamic Republic Agree to Sign Additional Protocol of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty - 2003-10-29
The leaders of the Islamic Republic of Iran have agreed to sign the Additional Protocol of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, pending parliamentary approval. This decision…
Under the Microscope: The Parliament Commission Report on the Murder of Zahra Kazemi - 2003-10-28
The report on the murder of journalist Zahra Kazemi was presented in the Iranian Parliament. Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the implications of this report…
Under the Microscope: The Fourth Political Fast in Iran - Terrorist Operations in Iraq - 2003-10-27
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the political fast of reformists in Iran coinciding with Ramadan and the judicial punishment of Manoochehr Mohammadi. He also addresses…
Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of Israel and Germany Regarding Joschka Fischer's Trip to Iran - 2003-10-25
The Foreign Ministers of Israel and Germany met to discuss Joschka Fischer's upcoming visit to Iran and the implications of Iran's nuclear program. This meeting…
Under the Microscope: Conference of Donor Countries for the Reconstruction of Iraq - 2003-10-23
The article discusses a conference in Madrid focused on the reconstruction of Iraq, where key issues include the appointment of judges for political crimes and…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Kofi Annan Welcomes Iran's Decision - 2003-10-23
The United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency have welcomed Iran's decision to permit nuclear inspections and its willingness to sign the Additional Protocol.…
Islamic Republic Newspaper: Signing the Additional Protocol is an Eternal Shame
The Islamic Republic newspaper condemned the potential signing of the Additional Protocol by Iranian officials, labeling it an eternal disgrace. This reflects a broader sentiment…
The Guardian's Blogging Competition - October 21, 2003
The Guardian has launched a blogging competition to recognize and reward bloggers in five categories, aiming to enhance the quality of blogging in the UK.…
Irish Republican Army Disarms to Revive Peace Process - 2003-10-21
The Irish Republican Army has decommissioned most of its weapons to support the peace process in Northern Ireland, coinciding with the announcement of upcoming elections…
Voting on Resolution Condemning Israel's Security Barrier - 2003-10-21
The UN General Assembly is set to vote on two resolutions regarding Israel's security barrier in the West Bank, one condemning its construction and the…
Tony Blair has fully recovered - 2003-10-20
Tony Blair has fully recovered from a health issue related to an irregular heartbeat. He reduced his workload following medical advice and delegated his parliamentary…
Sepp Blatter Criticizes England National Team Severely - 2003-10-18
Sepp Blatter criticized the England national football team for their lack of discipline after they threatened to boycott a match against Turkey due to the…
EU Leaders Fail to Reach Agreement on New Constitution Draft
EU leaders were unable to agree on a new constitution draft during their summit in Brussels, with U.S. concerns about military integration and NATO's potential…
Under the Microscope: Tehran's Reception of Shirin Ebadi - 2003-10-16
Shirin Ebadi received a warm welcome from the people of Tehran during a press conference, where she made significant statements. Meanwhile, the Iranian Judiciary is…
Shirin Ebadi Once Again Calls for Immediate Release of All Political Prisoners in Iran - 2003-10-16
Shirin Ebadi has renewed her call for the immediate release of all political prisoners in Iran following her return from receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.…
Under the Microscope: Reactions of the Members of the Islamic Consultative Assembly - Mr. ElBaradei's Visit to Tehran - 2003-10-16
The article discusses the reactions of Iranian parliament members to Shirin Ebadi receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and the visit of IAEA Director General Mohamed…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Interview with the Director of Toos Publishing at the Frankfurt Book Fair - 2003-10-12
Mr. Mohsen Bagherzadeh, director of Toos Publishing, participated in the 55th Frankfurt International Book Fair. He discussed the significance of the German Publishers Association awarding…
South Korean President Says He Will Not Accept Cabinet Resignations - 2003-10-11
South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun has refused to accept the resignations of his cabinet following a mass resignation amid corruption allegations. He has apologized to…
Nobel Prize Winners in Medicine 2003 - 2003-10-06
Paul Lauterbur and Peter Mansfield won the 2003 Nobel Prize in Medicine for their development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This technique allows for quicker…
Former British Foreign Secretary: Mr. Blair was aware of the absence of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq before the war began
Former British Foreign Secretary Robin Cook claims that Prime Minister Tony Blair was aware that Iraq's supposed weapons of mass destruction did not pose an…
Islamic Revolution and Alcohol Consumption in Iran - 2003-10-04
The article discusses the emergence of new and potentially harmful 'natural' alcohol products available in Iranian pharmacies post-Islamic Revolution. It highlights the ongoing tension between…
British Defense Minister Defends His Country's Involvement in Iraq War - 2003-10-02
British Defense Minister Jeff Hoon defended the UK's involvement in the Iraq War, claiming the situation in Iraq has improved post-Saddam. Despite this, there is…
U.S. Republican Senators: World Bank Should Provide $20 Million Loan to Iraq - 2003-10-02
U.S. Republican senators are advocating for a $20 million loan to Iraq as part of the reconstruction efforts following the war. They propose that the…
Start of Negotiations Between UN Nuclear Inspectors and Iranian Officials - 2003-10-02
Negotiations between UN nuclear inspectors and Iranian officials have commenced in Tehran to determine if Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons. Iran has until October 31…