May 2003
Guide to Searching Past Content on VOA Persian Website - 2003-05-31
The article provides a guide for users on how to effectively search for past content on the VOA Persian website. It outlines the functionality of…
Emphasis on the Expulsion of Iranian Women Married to Afghan Men
The Iranian government is emphasizing the expulsion of Iranian women married to Afghan men, citing changes in refugee status and legal implications of citizenship. This…
U.S. President's Trip to the Middle East - 2003-05-29
President Bush is set to visit the Middle East for the first time to engage with Israeli and Palestinian leaders in an effort to promote…
Nazie Baghlari's Report: Controlled Freedom for the Entry of Foreign Films into Iran - 2003-05-28
Mr. Abolhasan Davoodi, head of the Cinema House in Iran, confirms that the Ministry of Culture is attempting to liberalize the entry of foreign films,…
Under the Microscope: Statements by the Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Acceptance of the Road Map by Israel - 2003-05-27
The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman stated that Iran has detained several members of Al-Qaeda and noted Israel's acceptance of the Road Map for peace in…
US: Iran's Response on Terrorism and Nuclear Weapons is Insufficient - 2003-05-27
The US has deemed Iran's responses to concerns over terrorism and nuclear weapons as inadequate. White House spokesman Ari Fleischer emphasized the need for Iran…
Black Box of Ukrainian Plane Found
The black box of a Ukrainian plane that crashed in Turkey, killing all 62 Spanish peacekeepers on board, has been found. The plane was returning…
New Pakistani Ambassador to India - 2003-05-27
Pakistan has appointed a new ambassador to India amid ongoing efforts to restore diplomatic relations after a 17-month severance due to a deadly attack on…
Crash of Spanish Soldiers' Plane in Turkey - 2003-05-26
A plane carrying 75 Spanish soldiers returning from Afghanistan crashed in Turkey, resulting in no survivors. This incident highlights the risks faced by military personnel…
Three More Arrested in Connection with Suicide Bombings in Casablanca - 2003-05-24
Three more individuals have been arrested in Morocco related to the recent suicide bombings in Casablanca that killed over forty people. The Moroccan authorities are…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Release of Detained Afghans in Pakistan - 2003-05-17
The Afghan Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed approval of Pakistan's decision to release Afghan detainees. This development is significant as it reflects the ongoing…
Cuba Denies Espionage Claims Against Its Diplomats - 2003-05-15
Cuba has rejected espionage allegations against fourteen of its diplomats expelled by the U.S., claiming it is a provocative act by Washington. The situation highlights…
Secretary of the Iranian Wrestling Federation: We Will Investigate the Absence of Foreign Countries at the Natiq Noori Cup
The Iranian Wrestling Federation Secretary, Seyed Javad Rafougher, announced the investigation into the absence of foreign countries at the Natiq Noori Cup, despite achieving goals…
Two Criminal Courts Begin Operations in Iraq - 2003-05-08
Two criminal courts have been established in Iraq to address crimes committed by Saddam Hussein and his regime. U.S. legal advisor Clint Williamson emphasizes the…
Saudi Arabia Offers Rewards for Capture of Suspected Terrorists - 2003-05-08
Saudi Arabia has announced rewards for the capture of 19 suspected terrorists linked to Al-Qaeda, who are believed to be planning attacks against high-ranking officials,…
Saudi Police Searching for 19 Suspects in Terrorist Activities - 2003-05-07
Saudi police are pursuing 19 suspects linked to terrorist activities after a confrontation in Riyadh. The suspects include 17 Saudis, one Yemeni, and one Iraqi…
The Government of New Delhi Has Responded Positively to Pakistan's Invitation to Its Prime Minister
The Indian government has accepted an invitation from Pakistan's Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, to visit Islamabad for high-level talks. This development indicates a potential…