November 2003
Human Rights Watch Accuses Sudanese Government of Human Rights Violations - 2003-11-25
Human Rights Watch has accused the Sudanese government of displacing hundreds of thousands of people to control oil fields, using infrastructure built by oil companies…
New Draft Resolution on Iran Submitted to the International Atomic Energy Agency
France, Germany, and Britain have presented a new draft resolution on Iran's nuclear program to the IAEA, but the U.S. believes it is insufficient. A…
Concerns of Amnesty International Over Stoning of Four Men in Mashhad
Amnesty International is alarmed by the planned stoning of four men in Mashhad, urging for intervention against this human rights violation. The situation underscores the…
UN Human Rights Commission Condemns Iran - 2003-11-21
The UN Human Rights Commission has condemned Iran for human rights violations through a resolution passed in Geneva. The resolution received significant support but also…
International Atomic Energy Agency Still Has Not Reached Agreement on Iran's Nuclear Programs - 2003-11-21
The International Atomic Energy Agency has not reached an agreement on Iran's nuclear program and has postponed discussions. The U.S. ambassador has accused Iran of…
10,000 Deaths on Iran's Roads in 7 Months - 2003-11-20
Iran has seen a significant rise in traffic fatalities, with 10,000 deaths reported in just seven months. The head of the traffic police attributes this…
Aghajari: I Am Ready for Martyrdom
Hashim Aghajari, an Iranian professor sentenced to death for his views, declares he will not participate in any court proceedings and is ready for martyrdom.…
Under the Microscope: President Bush's Speech in London - 2003-11-19
President Bush delivered a significant speech in London addressing key issues, while the Canadian government is preparing a draft to condemn human rights violations in…
The UN's Inspection and Monitoring Organization Must Report Iran's Violations in a Few Days - 2003-11-16
The UN's Inspection and Monitoring Organization is set to release a report detailing Iran's nuclear violations. The Iranian Foreign Minister is actively trying to prevent…
Khatami: The UN Report Has Blown Small Issues Out of Proportion
Former President Mohammad Khatami criticized a recent UN report on Iran's nuclear program, claiming it exaggerates minor issues while asserting that Iran is not pursuing…
International Environmental Group Opposes Financing for Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan Oil Pipeline
An international environmental group is opposing financial support for the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan oil pipeline, citing environmental risks and violations of international standards. The European Bank for…
Günter Plöger's Report to the UN Security Council Following His Return from Afghanistan - 2003-11-11
Günter Plöger reported to the UN Security Council about Afghanistan's critical peace process phase, highlighting ongoing terrorism and drug crimes as threats to progress. He…
Ligabo to Iranian Officials: Release Political Prisoners
UN diplomat Ayub Ligabo has called on Iranian authorities to release political prisoners and review their cases. He met with detainees who reported human rights…
Nigeria Says It Will Not Allow Any Attempts to Kidnap Charles Taylor
Nigeria has declared it will prevent any attempts to kidnap Charles Taylor, the former Liberian president in exile. This statement comes amid a $2 million…
Torture, Sexual Assault, and Other Human Rights Violations in Chechnya by Russia - 2003-11-08
The UN Human Rights Commission has accused Russian police and military of serious human rights violations in Chechnya, including torture and extrajudicial killings. The Chechen…
An American Air Force Translator Officially Charged with Espionage - 2003-11-07
Ahmad al-Halabi, an American Air Force translator, has been charged with espionage related to his work with Guantanamo detainees. He faces multiple charges, including aiding…
United Nations Efforts to Improve Human Rights and Establish Democracy in Burma Have Failed
American lawmakers criticized the United Nations for failing to improve human rights and democracy in Burma, citing the military government's refusal to engage in negotiations.…
Hunger Strike and Sit-in of Iranians in Belgium in Support of Refugees - 2003-11-02
Iranians in Belgium are staging a hunger strike and sit-in to protest human rights violations in Iran and the Belgian government's negotiations regarding the deportation…