January 2004
New NATO Secretary General Calls on Member States to Consider Their Involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan
The new NATO Secretary General, Jaap de Hoop Scheffer, has called for member states to reassess their roles in Iraq and Afghanistan, emphasizing that the…
Release of an Al-Qaeda Member from Malaysian Prison - 2004-01-27
Yazid Sufaat, a former army captain and alleged Al-Qaeda operative, is set to be released from Malaysian prison this week unless the Prime Minister intervenes.…
Trial of Second Suspect in Jakarta Marriott Hotel Bombing Begins
The trial of Muhammad Rais, accused of aiding the 2003 Marriott Hotel bombing in Jakarta, has commenced. The bombing resulted in the deaths of 12…
Colin Powell: Russia Should Clarify Arms Sales to Iraq Before the War
Colin Powell urged Russia to clarify its arms sales to Iraq before the war, expressing willingness to discuss the matter with Russian officials. This statement…
Georgia Officially Introduces Mikheil Saakashvili as the New President - 2004-01-25
Mikheil Saakashvili has been officially introduced as Georgia's new president following a peaceful revolution that led to the resignation of the former president. At 36,…
Mikhail Saakashvili, Newly Elected President of Georgia, Takes Office
Mikhail Saakashvili has officially taken office as the President of Georgia, promising to address corruption and poverty in the country. His inauguration is attended by…
Mikhail Saakashvili: Georgia Wants Friendly Relations with Russia
Mikhail Saakashvili, the newly elected president of Georgia, expressed his desire for friendly relations with Russia and plans to meet with Vladimir Putin. He emphasized…
Interview with Ghasem Shole Saadi Regarding Iran's Parliamentary Crisis - 2004-01-19
Ghasem Shole Saadi discusses the recent decision by the Combatant Clergy Association to potentially boycott the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran. This situation highlights ongoing…
New NATO Secretary General's Request to Member Countries
The new NATO Secretary General has requested more troops and equipment from member countries for peacekeeping in Afghanistan, highlighting the need for increased military presence…
Iran Holds Record for Deaths in Natural Disasters - January 13, 2004
Iran has the third highest death toll from earthquakes globally, following China and India. This statistic highlights the significant impact of natural disasters on the…
Announcement of Final Voting Results in Georgia Delayed Until Friday
The final results of the Georgian elections may be delayed until Friday, with Mikheil Saakashvili poised for a significant victory. President Bush has congratulated Saakashvili…
Mikhail Saakashvili Moves Towards a Major Victory in the Georgian Presidential Election - 2004-01-07
Mikhail Saakashvili is poised for a significant victory in the Georgian presidential election, having received 96% of the votes counted so far. His leadership during…
NATO Secretary General's Efforts to Achieve Consensus Among Coalition Members in Afghanistan - 2004-01-06
NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer is focusing on expanding NATO's role in Afghanistan to support President Hamid Karzai's government. He also addressed the…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Jaap de Hoop Scheffer Becomes NATO Secretary General - 2004-01-06
Jaap de Hoop Scheffer has been elected as the new Secretary General of NATO. He is a seasoned politician from the Netherlands. This appointment is…
Opposition Leader's Likely Success in Georgian Presidential Elections
Mikheil Saakashvili, the opposition leader in Georgia, is projected to win over 85% of the votes in the presidential elections, with reports indicating he may…
Presidential Elections in Georgia Concluded - 2004-01-04
The presidential elections in Georgia have concluded with a strong turnout, likely favoring opposition leader Mikheil Saakashvili, who previously led a peaceful revolution against the…
Mikhail Saakashvili Becomes Presidential Candidate of Georgia
Mikhail Saakashvili has emerged as a leading candidate for the presidency of Georgia, following his role in the peaceful revolution that ousted former President Shevardnadze.…
Georgians Prepare for New Presidential Election - 2004-01-03
Georgians are gearing up for a presidential election to replace Eduard Shevardnadze, who resigned in November. Mikhail Saakashvili, a leading opposition figure, is favored to…