December 2002
Trial for Publishing Survey Results
Behrooz Gharanpayeh, an Iranian polling expert, is on trial for publishing survey results that suggest a majority of Iranians support dialogue with the U.S. He…
Mr. Abdi's Trial Held in Secret Court Session - 2002-12-30
Mr. Abdi's trial took place in a secret session, raising concerns about the sensitivity of national security documents. Concurrently, the Russian Atomic Energy Minister visited…
Fire in a Prison in Iran Leaves 27 Dead and 50 Injured - 2002-12-30
A fire in a prison in northern Iran resulted in 27 deaths and 50 injuries. The incident is believed to have been caused by an…
At least 40 killed in two powerful explosions in Grozny - 2002-12-27
Two powerful explosions in Grozny resulted in at least 40 deaths and over 60 injuries, attributed to suicide bombers. The attacks targeted a government building,…
News and Opinions: Please Honk as Much as You Can - 2002-12-23
The radio program 'Chaharsou' discussed the topic of honking, inviting opinions from Iranians worldwide. The host suggested that honking could be a reflection of personal…
Bill Frist May Be Elected as Republican Leader - 2002-12-21
Bill Frist, a heart surgeon and current senator from Tennessee, is expected to be elected as the new Republican leader in the U.S. Senate following…
Iraq Violates United Nations Orders by Refusing to Fully Disclose Its Weapons Programs - 2002-12-21
Iraq is accused of violating UN orders by not fully disclosing its weapons programs, as stated by U.S. officials including President Bush and Secretary of…
The US and UK Must Provide Their Secret Information on Iraq to Hans Blix - 2002-12-20
Hans Blix, the head of UN weapons inspectors, urged the US and UK to share secret information on Iraq's potential weapons of mass destruction. This…
Jacques Monsieur Convicted in Brussels Court
Jacques Monsieur has been convicted in a Brussels court for illegally selling arms to the Iranian government, receiving a 40-month prison sentence and a fine.…
Assessment of Iraq's Report to Be Presented at Confidential Security Council Meeting
Hans Blix reports that Iraq's recent weapons report lacks new information, particularly on prohibited weapons. The meeting will include assessments from UN inspectors and a…
UN Inspectors to Present Their Assessment on Iraq's Armament Programs Tomorrow - 2002-12-18
UN weapons inspectors are set to assess Iraq's armament programs amid claims from the US about Saddam Hussein's potential nuclear capabilities. Mohamed ElBaradei indicates that…
Jack Straw Calls Iraq's Claim of No Weapons of Mass Destruction a Gross Lie - 2002-12-18
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw has labeled Iraq's assertion of lacking weapons of mass destruction as a blatant lie, following the submission of a 12,000-page…
Congo Peace Agreement Signed After Months of Negotiation - 2002-12-18
The Congo peace agreement was signed in Pretoria to end a four-year civil war, with political factions committing to respect it. The agreement involves power-sharing…
Bill to Lift Ban on Satellite Dishes in Iran
The Iranian reformist parliament has passed a bill to legalize satellite dishes, which were previously banned and widely ignored. This change allows for the broadcasting…
Republican Senators to Meet Regarding the Fate of Controversial Senator
Republican senators will meet on January 6 to discuss Senator Trent Lott's future following his controversial past comments supporting racial segregation. The meeting occurs just…
Syrian and British Leaders Reach Agreements in London Talks - 2002-12-17
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and British Prime Minister Tony Blair held talks in London, reaching agreements on various issues but maintaining differing views on Iraq.…
Meeting of Syrian President with Tony Blair in London - 2002-12-16
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad met with British Prime Minister Tony Blair in London to discuss the potential U.S. military action against Iraq. Assad warned that…
News and Opinions: Between Two Drops of Water, Sometimes the Distance is an Ocean - 2002-12-15
A demonstration in Paris called for support of Iranian youth and students, coinciding with a radio appeal from Iranian authorities for parents to care for…
UN Inspectors Visited Eleven Locations in Iraq Today - 2002-12-14
UN weapons inspectors conducted visits to eleven sites in Iraq as part of their search for weapons of mass destruction. Hans Blix has requested a…
Bashar al-Assad: War with Iraq Could Intensify Islamic Terrorism in the Middle East - 2002-12-13
Bashar al-Assad warns that the U.S. war against Iraq could exacerbate Islamic terrorism in the Middle East. He criticizes U.S. peace proposals as biased towards…
Interview with Ms. Ladan Boroumand Regarding the Assassination of Shahpour Bakhtiar - 2002-12-13
The article discusses an interview with Ladan Boroumand about a recent court ruling related to the assassination of Shahpour Bakhtiar, the last Prime Minister of…
Mohammad Reza Khatami: If the Government Does Not Listen to Students' Demands, They Will Become Disheartened and Seek Another Government
Mohammad Reza Khatami warns that the Iranian government must address student demands or risk losing their support. Students are protesting against the death sentence of…
Continued Weapons Inspections in Iraq - 2002-12-10
UN weapons inspectors continued their inspections in Iraq, visiting key sites including a missile parts factory and a nuclear complex. The US faced criticism from…
Under the Microscope: Student Day and Student Gatherings - 2002-12-07
On Student Day, the Iranian government has denied permission for student gatherings, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding student activism. Additionally, Ahmad Chalabi, a prominent opposition figure…
Kenyan Police Crack Down on Refugees Under the Pretext of Recent Explosions - 2002-12-06
Kenyan police are targeting refugees from Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, citing recent bombings as justification. Human Rights Watch condemns these…
Investigation into Several Iranian-German Companies - 2002-12-05
The Stuttgart Public Prosecutor's Office has initiated an investigation into multiple Iranian-German companies, highlighting potential legal issues involving these businesses. This development is reported by…
Trial of Irish Republican Army Members in Colombia - 2002-12-03
The trial of three Irish Republican Army members began in Bogotá, Colombia, where they are accused of training leftist rebels and attempting to leave the…
Hashim Aghajari's Lawyer Appeals Islamic Court Ruling Today
Hashim Aghajari's lawyer has filed an appeal against the death sentence imposed by an Islamic court for criticizing the regime. The case has sparked significant…
Iraq: Deadline to Declare Weapons of Mass Destruction is December 8
Iraq has announced it will declare its status regarding weapons of mass destruction by December 8, following a meeting with UN officials. The US has…