July 2004
Diverse Reactions from Sudanese Government Officials to UN Security Council Resolution - 2004-07-31
Sudanese officials have varied responses to a UN Security Council resolution regarding the Darfur crisis. The Minister of Information rejects the resolution, while the Minister…
Training of Iraqi Security Forces to Begin Next Month - 2004-07-31
NATO countries have agreed to send a team to train Iraqi security forces starting next month, following a resolution of command disputes between the U.S.…
Third Day of NATO Ambassadors' Talks on Training Iraqi Security Forces - 2004-07-30
NATO ambassadors are in negotiations to resolve U.S.-France disagreements over the training of Iraqi security forces. NATO has committed to training these forces, but France…
Australian Foreign Minister Questions Philippines' Resolve in Fighting Terrorism
The Philippines has summoned the Australian ambassador to express its objections to criticisms regarding the early withdrawal of its troops from Iraq. The Australian Foreign…
Denial of Resignation News of Mohammad Fahim, Afghanistan's Defense Minister - 2004-07-27
The spokesperson for Afghan President Hamid Karzai has denied rumors of a conflict with Defense Minister Mohammad Fahim, who was reportedly considering resignation after not…
Hamid Karzai Officially Announces Candidacy for Afghan Presidential Election
Hamid Karzai has officially declared his candidacy for the Afghan presidential election, surprising many by choosing Ahmad Zia Massoud as his running mate instead of…
Russia Does Not Intend to Send Peacekeepers to Iraq - 2004-07-24
Russia has declined Iraq's request to send peacekeepers, although it is considering political and economic support. Iraqi officials, including Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari and Prime…
NATO Ambassadors Consider Greece's Request
NATO ambassadors are likely to approve Greece's request for additional security assistance for the upcoming Olympic Games in Athens, amid concerns about terrorism. The U.S.…
Zahra Kazemi's Family Lawyers Accuse Iranian Judiciary Officials of Her Murder - 2004-07-18
Zahra Kazemi's family lawyers have accused Iranian judiciary officials of her murder, claiming a senior prison official was responsible. Iranian authorities have shifted blame to…
Nationwide Attacks on Saturday in Iraq Left 9 Dead - 2004-07-18
On Saturday, a series of attacks in Iraq resulted in 9 fatalities, including 5 bodyguards of the Iraqi Minister of Information. The attacks, claimed by…
UN General Assembly Meeting to Force Israel to Dismantle Security Barrier - 2004-07-17
The UN General Assembly is considering a resolution demanding Israel dismantle its security barrier in the West Bank, following an International Court ruling. Palestinian representative…
Ibrahim Bi Parva's Interview with Mr. Haeri Regarding the Trial of the Accused in the Zahra Kazemi Case - 2004-07-15
Canada is protesting Iran's refusal to allow Canadian observers in the trial of an accused in the Zahra Kazemi case, summoning its ambassador in response.…
Under the Microscope: The Recall of the Canadian Ambassador from Tehran and the Change of a Guardian Council Member - 2004-07-15
The Canadian ambassador to Tehran has been recalled, and there has been a change in the membership of Iran's Guardian Council. Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh…
Group of Afghan Teenagers in America - 2004-07-14
A group of Afghan teenagers is visiting the United States as part of a program by the International Committee "Seeds of Peace." They are guests…
Interview with Assad Homayoun on Iran's Efforts in Developing Nuclear Weapons - 2004-07-14
The article features an interview with Dr. Assad Homayoun, who discusses Iran's nuclear weapons development efforts. This topic is significant as it reflects ongoing concerns…
Trade Law Between the U.S. and Sub-Saharan African Countries Extended
President Bush extended the trade law with sub-Saharan African countries until 2015, allowing goods from 37 nations to enter the U.S. market. This initiative aims…
Interview with Mansour Farhang Regarding Ahmad Chalabi's Visit to Iran - 2004-07-12
Ahmad Chalabi is planning a visit to Iran soon, coinciding with the interim Iraqi government's request to renegotiate their agreement with Iran. This visit and…
Vladimir Putin's Statements on Economic Relations between Russia and the USA - 2004-07-12
Vladimir Putin called for stronger economic ties with the U.S. during a meeting with Russian ambassadors, emphasizing the need for mutual respect and constructive dialogue.…
Egyptian Newspapers Welcome Government Resignation - 2004-07-10
Egyptian newspapers have reacted positively to the resignation of Prime Minister Arafat Obeid and his cabinet, viewing it as a chance for significant change. President…
Interview of Mahtab Farid with Fereydoun Hoveyda - July 6, 2004
Fereydoun Hoveyda, a former Iranian ambassador to the UN, discusses the importance of the anniversary of the July 9 student movement in an interview. This…
First British Ambassador Arrives in Iraq - 2004-07-06
Edward Chaplin has arrived in Baghdad as the first British ambassador to Iraq in over ten years. He is set to present his credentials to…
The View from Washington: Expulsion of Two Iranian Security Guards from the U.N. Mission in the U.S.
The U.S. has expelled two Iranian security guards from the U.N. mission for allegedly photographing sensitive locations in New York, marking the third such expulsion…