January 2004
Shirin Ebadi: My Bank Accounts in America Are Fake - 2004-01-31
Shirin Ebadi revealed that fraudulent bank accounts in her name have been set up in the U.S. to collect donations for earthquake victims in Bam.…
A Green Leaf Gift from the Dervish: Solidarity Concert of the Iran-Germany Cultural Forum for Orphaned Children of Bam - 2004-01-28
A concert featuring Mozart's pieces will be held on January 31 to raise funds for orphaned children in Bam following an earthquake. The event is…
Women of Bam at Risk of Infectious Diseases
The UNFPA has identified that women in Bam are at significant risk of infectious diseases following the earthquake. They are seeking $710,000 to improve health…
Humanitarian Aid for Bam Earthquake Victims Has Appeared in the Market
Humanitarian aid intended for Bam earthquake victims is being sold in markets across Iran, raising concerns about the misappropriation of donations. Citizens have reported finding…
Life and Progress in America: Interview with Mr. Mehdi Fakharzadeh - 2004-01-21
An interview with Mr. Mehdi Fakharzadeh discusses the efforts to help the earthquake victims in Bam, Iran. The program is part of a series by…
Report: French Culture Minister's Visit to Bam - 2004-01-20
The French Culture Minister visited Bam, with a report and photo published in the Figaro newspaper. This visit highlights cultural ties and support for the…
FAO Calls for Funds to Rebuild Agriculture in Bam
The FAO has requested $2.5 million to help rebuild agriculture in Bam following a devastating earthquake. This funding is crucial for restoring water supplies and…
99 Percent of Iranian Supervising Engineers Only Sign Supervision Papers
A report reveals that 99% of Iranian supervising engineers merely sign off on construction projects without proper oversight, raising concerns about building safety. This issue…
Documenting the Bam Citadel Using Modern Technologies - 2004-01-13
The documentation of the Bam Citadel will commence next week using modern laser and photogrammetry technologies to aid in its revival after significant earthquake damage.…
Jalil, who survived under the rubble for 13 days, passed away today
Jalil Shahinaki, a 57-year-old man, died four days after being rescued from the rubble of the Bam earthquake, where he survived for 13 days. His…
Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of Turkey and Iran - 2004-01-10
The foreign ministers of Turkey and Iran met in Tehran to discuss concerns over Kurdish autonomy in Iraq. Abdullah Gul and Kamal Kharrazi emphasized the…
Four Mild Earthquakes Terrify Residents of Khuzestan Province
Four mild earthquakes struck Khuzestan province, causing fear among residents but no reported damages or casualties. This follows a history of seismic activity in the…
Flood in Southern Iran - January 10, 2004
A flood in southern Iran has resulted in at least one death, with a 16-year-old boy's body recovered from the waters. Local officials are seeking…
Bam Will Revive in Bam - 2004-01-09
The Iranian Deputy Minister of Urban Development announced plans to rebuild the city of Bam at its original location despite concerns about its position on…
The Cost of Rebuilding Bam City May Reach One Billion Dollars
The United Nations estimates that rebuilding the city of Bam, devastated by an earthquake, could cost up to one billion dollars. The Iranian government will…
Commemoration of the Anniversary of Champion Takhti and Fundraising for the Bam Earthquake Victims in Washington - 2004-01-09
In the aftermath of the devastating Bam earthquake, Iranians globally, especially in the U.S., are actively fundraising for the victims. This event highlights the community's…
Rescue After 13 Days Under Rubble - 2004-01-08
A 57-year-old man was rescued alive from the rubble in Bam, 13 days after a devastating earthquake. He was hospitalized before the quake and is…
Increase in Abortions Among Pregnant Women in Bam
Following the devastating earthquake in Bam, some pregnant women are seeking abortions due to the loss of family and support. This situation highlights the psychological…
Invasion of Land Grabbers in the Deserts Surrounding Bam - 2004-01-08
Land grabbers are purchasing cheap desert land around Bam amid reports of a potential relocation of the earthquake-affected city. This situation involves opportunists from Kerman…
57-Year-Old Man Rescued After 13 Days Under Rubble in Bam
A 57-year-old man was rescued after being trapped for 13 days under rubble in Bam following an earthquake. He survived due to access to water,…
Under the Microscope: How the Three-Month Lifting of U.S. Sanctions Against Iran Occurred - 2004-01-07
Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh discusses the temporary lifting of U.S. sanctions against Iran after the Bam earthquake and the electoral process for the Islamic Consultative Assembly.…
More than 24 small earthquakes shake southwestern Iran
Over 24 small earthquakes have struck southwestern Iran, particularly in Khuzestan province, causing public fear of a major quake like the one that destroyed Bam.…
Low Metabolism the Reason for Survival of 97-Year-Old Woman from Bam
Shahbanu Mazandarani, a 97-year-old woman, survived under the rubble in Bam due to her low metabolism, which helped her withstand starvation. She was rescued by…
UNICEF Warns About the Situation of Children in Bam - 2004-01-06
UNICEF has raised alarms about the dire situation of children in Bam following a devastating earthquake, highlighting their lack of clothing, exposure to cold, and…
Discovery of Ancient Bodies Buried in Bam Citadel - 2004-01-06
Following the Bam earthquake, ancient bodies were discovered buried within the walls of the Bam Citadel. Experts from the Cultural Heritage Department found them shortly…
Iranian Artists Visiting Bam: No One Cares About the Earthquake Victims
A group of Iranian artists visiting Bam after a devastating earthquake express their concern over the inadequate assistance provided to the victims. They highlight the…
Threat of Destruction of 40,000 Tons of Bam Dates
Hatem Naroui, the representative of Bam, reported that 40,000 tons of dates are at risk of spoilage due to broken cold storage facilities. He urged…
Tickets for Bam Citadel to Be Sold
To support the reconstruction of the Bam Citadel, symbolic tickets for visits will be sold in museums across Iran. Ahmad Mohit Tabatabai announced this initiative…
Rescue and Relief Operations in Bam Should Not Have Been Handed Over to the Military
Dr. Nourbala, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent, criticized the decision to hand over rescue operations in Bam to the military, arguing it undermined…
United Nations Requests Millions to Assist Earthquake Victims in Bam - 2004-01-06
The United Nations has launched a global appeal for millions of dollars to assist victims of the Bam earthquake and support reconstruction efforts. Over 30,000…
Bosnian Prime Minister Announces Plans to Assist Earthquake Victims in Iran
Bosnian Prime Minister Adnan Terzić announced financial aid and potential medical assistance for earthquake victims in Iran. The government has allocated $254,000 for immediate relief…
Relocation of the Capital to a Safer Area in Iran - 2004-01-05
The devastating Bam earthquake has reignited the debate over moving Iran's capital from Tehran to a safer location. Officials are considering Isfahan as a potential…
Minister of Information and Security of the Islamic Republic and the Reason for Rejecting the High-Level American Delegation - 2004-01-03
Iran's Minister of Information, Ali Younesi, announced that the country declined a U.S. offer to send a high-level aid delegation due to America's failure to…
Unprecedented Gathering of Iranians in France in Unity to Aid the Earthquake Victims of Bam - 2004-01-03
Iranians in France held a significant gathering to express solidarity and provide assistance to the victims of the Bam earthquake. The event highlights the diaspora's…
97-Year-Old Woman from Bam Rescued Alive After 9 Days Under Rubble
A 97-year-old woman was rescued alive after being trapped for nine days under rubble following an earthquake in Bam. Her survival was attributed to being…
Death of 10,000 Students and Destruction of 90% of Schools in Bam - 2004-01-03
A devastating earthquake in Bam resulted in the deaths of approximately 10,000 students and teachers, with 90% of schools destroyed. The Iranian Ministry of Education…
Rescuers Pull Elderly Woman Alive from Rubble of Her Home
Rescuers successfully saved a 97-year-old woman from the rubble in Bam, eight days after a devastating earthquake. The Iranian government plans to invest over $2…
It Seems Bam Was an Abandoned City, But How Many Kilometers Is It from Kerman to Bam?
A report highlights the lack of immediate rescue efforts in Bam after a disaster, questioning the responsiveness of officials given the proximity to Kerman. The…
National Geographic Photographers Document Last Moments of Bam Citadel
National Geographic photographers documented Bam Citadel shortly before a devastating earthquake. Their images are set to be shared with restorers to aid in preservation efforts.…
Life Has Wings with the Vastness of Death; Dedicated to the Mourners of Bam - 2004-01-02
This article reflects on the themes of life and death, particularly in the context of the city of Bam and its people. It uses poetic…
The Bam Earthquake Did Not Spare the Shazdeh Garden in Mahan Either
The recent earthquake in Bam has also caused damage to the historic Shazdeh Garden in Mahan, as reported by Ahmad Mohit Tabatabai of Iran's Cultural…
What has the Iranian Human Rights Society in Berlin done to help the earthquake victims of Bam?
The Iranian Human Rights Society in Berlin is being questioned about its efforts to assist the victims of the Bam earthquake. This inquiry highlights the…
Dubai Report: Despite the Overflow of Aid to the People of Bam, Some Still Sleep in the Cold - 2004-01-02
A report from Dubai reveals that despite significant aid flowing into Bam, Iran, some residents are still sleeping in the cold. This situation underscores the…
Report by Shahid: Complete Reconstruction of Bam City Before the End of Khatami's Second Presidential Term - 2004-01-02
President Khatami expressed optimism about the complete reconstruction of Bam City being finished before his second term ends. The article includes insights from Engineer Amir…
Rescue Efforts to Save People in Bam from Death Due to Cold and Hunger
Following a devastating earthquake in Bam, Iran, rescue workers are working to prevent deaths from cold and hunger. The Iranian Red Crescent is distributing essential…
500 Million Rial Proposal and Construction of 50 Apartments in Bam - 2004-01-02
Hadi Saei, a renowned Iranian Taekwondo champion, is auctioning his medals to raise funds for earthquake victims in Bam, with a notable proposal of 500…
President Bush is pleased that Iran allowed U.S. aid to be sent to Bam - 2004-01-02
President Bush expressed satisfaction that Iran permitted the delivery of U.S. aid to earthquake victims in Bam. The U.S. has temporarily lifted some sanctions to…
Behrouz Abbasi's Discussion on the Situation in Bam - 2004-01-02
Behrouz Abbasi held a discussion with prominent figures including Dr. Shirin Ebadi and Dr. Fariborz Rais Dana about the conditions in Bam following a significant…
Challenges Faced by Iranians in New York and New Jersey in Assisting Bam Earthquake Victims
Iranians in New York and New Jersey are struggling to send financial aid to Bam earthquake victims. The article highlights the obstacles they face in…
Life and Progress in America: An Interview with Parvaneh Bahar about Her Trip to the Historical City of Bam - 2004-01-02
Parvaneh Bahar discusses her visit to Bam, a city with significant historical importance that was affected by a major earthquake. The conversation highlights the resilience…
Under the Microscope: U.S. Sanctions on Iran Lifted for Three Months
U.S. sanctions on Iran have been temporarily lifted for three months, as discussed by Dr. Ali Reza Nourizadeh. This development includes the transfer of foreign…
Community Cooperation in the Bam Disaster - 2004-01-01
The article discusses the role of community cooperation in the aftermath of the Bam earthquake, featuring insights from journalist Mehdi Abdollazadeh. This highlights the resilience…
The U.S. Temporarily Eases Economic Sanctions Against Iran
The U.S. has temporarily eased sanctions against Iran to provide humanitarian aid to Bam earthquake victims. This move reflects an attempt to improve relations between…
Life and Progress in America: The Federal Emergency Management Agency Will Assist the People of Bam
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is stepping in to assist the victims of the devastating earthquake in Bam, Iran. This involvement highlights the…
United Nations: More Cash Needed for Earthquake Victims in Iran - 2004-01-01
The United Nations has announced a need for additional financial support for earthquake victims in Iran, particularly focusing on the children affected by the disaster…
Persian News Magazine with a List of How to Help the Victims of Bam - 2004-01-01
The Persian News Magazine published a list detailing ways to assist the victims of the Bam earthquake. This initiative aims to mobilize support for those…
Memorial Service and Commemoration for Approximately 30,000 Victims of the Bam Earthquake
A memorial service was held in Bam for the victims of the devastating earthquake that killed approximately 30,000 people. Key figures, including Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani…
Life Goes On; A Couple in Bam Holds Their Wedding Ceremony and a Set of Twins is Born in Bam
A couple in Bam held their wedding ceremony after a delay caused by a recent earthquake, symbolizing resilience in the face of disaster. On the…
Reports from the Feminist Tribune of Iran on Relief Efforts and the Situation in Bam - 2004-01-01
Following the earthquake in Bam, the Feminist Tribune of Iran reports on the humanitarian relief efforts, emphasizing the contributions of women and the obstacles encountered.…
Ali Khamenei Attends Memorial Ceremony for Victims of Bam Earthquake
Ali Khamenei attended a memorial for the victims of the Bam earthquake, which claimed around 30,000 lives. Rescue efforts continue as survivors are being registered…
Do Dictators Even Care About Human Lives? - Pouya Arjomand
The article questions whether dictators value human lives, particularly in the context of Iran's vulnerability to earthquakes. It argues that the government prioritizes censorship and…
Interview with Dr. Fariborz Rais Dana about the Situation of the People and Children of Bam
Dr. Fariborz Rais Dana discusses the dire conditions faced by the residents and children of Bam, a city that has suffered significant devastation. This interview…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Conversation with Three Iranians Residing in Germany About Aid for the Earthquake Victims of Bam - 2004-01-01
Nasrin Mahdavi speaks with three Iranians in Germany about their efforts to help the victims of the Bam earthquake. This conversation highlights the diaspora's involvement…