Amirkabir University of Technology
July 2004
European Union Provides $150 Million Aid to Palestinians - 2004-07-30
The European Union has announced a $150 million aid package for Palestinians to address urgent needs and support the establishment of a democratic state. The…
13 Relatives of Bin Laden Left the U.S. 8 Days After the September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2004-07-22
At least 13 relatives of Osama bin Laden departed the U.S. on a chartered flight shortly after the September 11 attacks. Senator Frank Lautenberg has…
Eight U.S. States Sue Five Power Plants
Eight U.S. states and New York City have filed a lawsuit against five power plants to reduce carbon dioxide emissions due to global warming. This…
Palestinian Militants Attack Offices of Palestinian Authority Opponents of Yasser Arafat's Control - 2004-07-18
Palestinian militants attacked intelligence offices in Gaza, protesting Yasser Arafat's control and alleged government corruption. This incident reflects growing dissent against Arafat's leadership and his…
Ahmad Qurei: The Gaza Strip has fallen into unprecedented chaos
Ahmad Qurei resigned as Palestinian Prime Minister amid unprecedented chaos in the Gaza Strip following kidnappings by extremists. Yasser Arafat rejected his resignation and made…
Leader of the Albanian National Army Terrorist Group Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison
A leader of the Albanian National Army was sentenced to 18 months in prison for inciting ethnic violence in Albania. He was extradited from Germany…
Foreign Workers in Saudi Arabia Face Torture and Unfair Trials
An international human rights organization has reported that foreign workers in Saudi Arabia are subjected to torture and unfair legal proceedings. The findings highlight the…
Statements of a Prisoner About Torture Methods in Guantanamo Prison - 2004-07-14
Mehdi Ghazali, a former Guantanamo prisoner from Sweden, described severe torture during his detention, including prolonged interrogations and humiliation. He denies any ties to terrorist…
Israel's Emergency Plan - 2004-07-14
Israel has developed an emergency plan anticipating the chaos that would follow the death of Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. The plan suggests that Israel should…
UN Envoy Criticizes Palestinian Leaders for Lack of Security Reforms - 2004-07-14
The UN envoy Terje Roed-Larsen criticized Palestinian leaders for failing to implement necessary security reforms, highlighting the worsening law and order situation. He noted that…
Italy Finally Allows 37 African Refugees from German Ship to Disembark
Italy has allowed 37 African refugees from a German rescue ship to disembark after a lengthy standoff, but the ship's captain and crew have been…
OSCE Expresses Concern Over the Killing of Paul Klebnikov
Paul Klebnikov, editor of Forbes Russia, was shot and killed in Moscow, prompting the OSCE to call for an investigation. His reporting on political corruption…
Floods in South Asia Claim Over 70 Lives
Severe floods in South Asia have resulted in over 70 deaths and displaced more than 2 million people, particularly affecting the northeastern Indian state of…
Unknown Armed Men Kill Police Inspector Near Islamabad - 2004-07-10
Unknown armed men killed a police inspector in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, while he was heading to work. The inspector had previously arrested members of local terrorist…
Under the Microscope: Statements by the Leader of the Islamic Republic at the Military Forces Ceremony and Remarks by the Spokesman of the Judiciary - 2004-07-09
The article discusses the statements made by the Leader of the Islamic Republic during a military ceremony, comments from the Judiciary spokesman, and a letter…