December 2003
New Steps Proposed by New Delhi to Improve Relations with Pakistan - 2003-12-31
New Delhi has proposed new measures to enhance relations with Pakistan, including new bus services and lifting travel restrictions for diplomats. This comes ahead of…
Five Russian Students Arrested in Egypt
Five Russian students studying at Al-Azhar University in Cairo have been arrested by Egyptian authorities. The Russian Foreign Ministry has confirmed the arrests, but the…
The Croatian Government Has Sent 13 Tons of Relief and Welfare Supplies to Bam
The Croatian government has dispatched 13 tons of humanitarian aid to Bam, Iran, to support earthquake victims. This shipment includes essential supplies like antibiotics and…
Terrorists Target Security Officials to Destabilize Saudi Arabia - 2003-12-31
Islamic militants linked to Al-Qaeda are reportedly planning to destabilize the Saudi government by targeting senior security officials for assassination. Recent incidents include an explosion…
Islamic Militants Seek to Undermine Stability of Saudi Government - 2003-12-30
Islamic militants connected to Al-Qaeda are reportedly planning to destabilize the Saudi government through targeted assassinations of security officials. This follows a recent car bombing…
The Bam Tragedy: Mehdi Mahdavikia: Those Who Are Fathers Can Understand the Pain of This Calamity
Mehdi Mahdavikia and Ali Karimi, two Iranian footballers, are preparing to participate in a charity match to support victims of the Bam earthquake. They express…
Spanish News Agency Reports 40,000 Deaths in Bam Earthquake
A devastating earthquake in Bam, Iran, has reportedly resulted in 40,000 deaths according to the Spanish news agency EFE, despite the Iranian government's lower estimate…
Nuclear Inspections in Libya Begin - 2003-12-29
Nuclear inspections in Libya have commenced with UN inspectors visiting previously uninspected nuclear facilities. This follows Libya's admission of seeking weapons of mass destruction. The…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: European Cyclists Have Been Released - 2003-12-28
The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the release of European cyclists. This event highlights Iran's diplomatic actions regarding foreign nationals. It is significant as…
The International Community Rushes to Aid Earthquake Victims in Bam
An earthquake in Bam, Iran, has left thousands homeless and caused significant casualties, with estimates of 20,000 dead and 30,000 injured. The international community, including…
The Regional Summit of South Asian Leaders Will Be Held as Scheduled
Pakistan confirms that the regional summit of South Asian leaders will proceed as planned despite a recent assassination attempt on President Musharraf. Leaders from the…
Visit of the Iraqi Minister of Youth and Sports to the National Olympic and Paralympic Academy of Iran
The Iraqi Minister of Youth and Sports visited Iran's National Olympic and Paralympic Academy to discuss expanding sports cooperation between the two countries. This visit…
India and Afghanistan Strongly Condemn the Failed Assassination of the President of Pakistan
India and Afghanistan condemned the failed assassination attempt on Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf, which resulted in civilian casualties. Both countries expressed their disapproval of the…
Three American Soldiers Killed in Bomb Explosion North of Baghdad - 2003-12-24
Three American soldiers were killed in a roadside bomb explosion in northern Baghdad, and four others died in a separate suicide bombing in northern Iraq.…
Report by Shahid: Efforts to Free Two Missing French Journalists in Pakistan - 2003-12-23
The French government is actively working to free two French journalists who have gone missing in Pakistan. This situation involves the French Ministry of Foreign…
Four Thousand Iranian Families on the Brink of Death
Four thousand families in Masjed Soleiman are at risk due to gas leaks intensified by recent earthquakes. Local representative Omidvar Rezaei highlights the urgent need…
Interrogation of Several Pakistani Scientists Regarding Iran's Nuclear Issue - 2003-12-23
Pakistan is investigating several nuclear scientists for potentially sharing nuclear technology with Iran, motivated by personal ambition. Abdul Qadeer Khan, the founder of Pakistan's nuclear…
600,000 Addicted Students in Iranian Schools
Hamid Reza Hajibabaei revealed that there are 600,000 addicted students in Iranian schools, highlighting a significant issue of drug addiction among youth. He criticized the…
Attack on Oil Facilities in Baghdad, Iraq Faces Fuel Shortages
Insurgents attacked oil facilities in Baghdad, exacerbating fuel shortages in Iraq. The attacks have damaged critical infrastructure and hindered reconstruction efforts by the U.S. and…
The International Community Welcomes Libya's Decision to Abandon Weapons of Mass Destruction - 2003-12-20
The international community has positively reacted to Libya's decision to abandon its weapons of mass destruction program, viewing it as a significant step towards nuclear…
About 100 Judges and Legal Experts Prepare for the Trial of Members of Saddam Hussein's Former Regime - 2003-12-18
Around 100 Iraqi judges and lawyers have been trained by the U.S.-led coalition to prosecute members of Saddam Hussein's regime for war crimes and crimes…
India Successfully Tests Surface-to-Air Missile
India has successfully tested the Trishul surface-to-air missile, hitting a moving target during the launch. This development is significant as it showcases India's growing defense…
Donald Rumsfeld: The CIA Will Oversee the Interrogation of Saddam Hussein - 2003-12-17
Donald Rumsfeld announced that the CIA will supervise the interrogation of Saddam Hussein. President Bush emphasized the need for Saddam to face justice, while Kofi…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Omar Samad, Spokesperson of the Afghan Ministry of Foreign Affairs - 2003-12-15
Nazi Baghlari interviews Omar Samad regarding the Loya Jirga session and the implications of Saddam Hussein's arrest. This discussion highlights Afghanistan's political landscape post-Taliban and…
Iran Invites Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak - 2003-12-15
Iran has invited Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak to an economic summit in Tehran, signaling a potential thaw in relations between the two countries. This invitation…
Iran Calls for Saddam Hussein to be Tried in an International Court - 2003-12-15
Iran has called for Saddam Hussein to be tried in an international court for war crimes committed during the Iran-Iraq War. The Iranian government emphasizes…
Pakistani Scientist Arrested for Transferring Nuclear Technology to Iran Released
A Pakistani scientist, Yasin Chohan, arrested for allegedly transferring nuclear technology to Iran, has been released. Farooq Muhammad, another scientist involved, remains under investigation. This…
Nazi Baghlari Report: The United Nations Commemorated Human Rights Day Worldwide - 2003-12-12
The United Nations marked Human Rights Day globally with ceremonies and speeches, while Iraq's new Ministry of Human Rights reaffirmed its dedication to human rights.…
Pakistan Denies Islamabad's Cooperation in the Development of Iran's Nuclear Program - 2003-12-11
Pakistani officials have denied allegations that two scientists were arrested for transferring nuclear technology to Iran. The scientists, identified as Farooq Muhammad and Yasin Chauhan,…
Arrest of a Pakistani Scientist in Connection with Iran's Nuclear Issues - 2003-12-10
A Pakistani nuclear scientist, Farooq Mahmood, was arrested for questioning about his potential involvement in transferring nuclear information to Iran. This incident follows Iran's report…
Proposal to Reduce Restrictions on Quran Classes in Turkey Suspended
The Turkish government has suspended a proposal to allow Quran classes in public buildings, aiming to increase state control over religious education. This decision follows…
Two More American Soldiers Killed by Iraqi Insurgents - 2003-12-10
Two American soldiers were killed in Mosul by Iraqi insurgents, with four others injured in separate incidents. This highlights the ongoing violence and instability in…
Ukraine Plans to Send Six Helicopters to Iraq
Ukraine is sending six helicopters to Iraq to enhance its peacekeeping efforts, providing air defense for its troops. This move comes in response to previous…
Master's Degree in Iranian Studies Approved for Iranian Universities
For the first time, a master's degree in Iranian Studies has been approved in Iran, marking a significant educational development after 300 years since the…
Russia Approves Passage of German Soldiers and Military Equipment Through Its Territory
Russia has granted permission for German military personnel and equipment to transit through its territory to Afghanistan for peacekeeping efforts. This cooperation highlights the active…
A Militant Killed During Shooting in Riyadh - 2003-12-08
A militant was killed by Saudi security forces during a shootout in Riyadh. He was one of twenty-six individuals wanted for terrorist activities. This incident…
Change of Iran's Representative at the International Atomic Energy Agency
Iran has appointed Bozorgmehr Ziyaran as its new representative at the IAEA, replacing Ali Akbar Salehi. This change aims to enhance the Ministry of Foreign…
Russian Citizens in Separatist Regions of Abkhazia, Adjara, South Ossetia, and Moldova Participate in Russian Parliamentary Elections on Sunday - 2003-12-06
Russian citizens in separatist regions are set to vote in Russian parliamentary elections, with polling stations established in military bases. Georgian officials have accused Russia…
Kamāl Kharrazi: The Two Iranian Girls in Tehran Will Be Treated According to Iranian Law
Two Iranian girls, aged 15 and 6, sought refuge at the Belgian Embassy in Tehran due to a custody dispute. Their father, Shahab Hashemi, faces…
Train Explosion in Southern Russia Kills 37 and Injures Over 100
A train explosion in southern Russia has resulted in 37 deaths and over 100 injuries, attributed to a bomb detonated by a group of four…
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Involvement in Terrorist Bombing in Riyadh
A man has been arrested in Saudi Arabia on suspicion of being involved in a terrorist bombing that occurred in November, killing 17 people. This…
Meeting of Diplomats and Intelligence and Military Officials from Afghanistan and Pakistan - 2003-12-03
Afghanistan and Pakistan held a meeting to improve relations and address border disputes and terrorism. The Trilateral Commission, which includes U.S. representatives, aims to resolve…
Witness Report: Global Strike of French Foreign Ministry Employees - 2003-12-02
Employees of the French Foreign Ministry have initiated a global strike affecting various countries and cultural affiliations. This strike highlights widespread dissatisfaction among diplomatic staff.…