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July 2004
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Bahman Saghaei - 2004-07-31
A new bookstore and cultural center named Narenjestan has opened in Los Angeles to foster a reading culture among Iranians. The article features an interview…
Colin Powell's Warning to Bosnia-Herzegovina - 2004-07-31
Colin Powell warned Bosnia-Herzegovina that its aspirations for European and NATO integration are at risk due to its harboring of war crime suspects. This statement…
Suspected Muslim Militants' Ambush in Southern Afghanistan - 2004-07-31
A local official and his bodyguard were killed in an ambush by suspected Taliban militants in Helmand province, Afghanistan. This attack is part of a…
Mehmet Okur Signs $50 Million Contract with Utah Jazz - 2004-07-28
Mehmet Okur has signed a $50 million contract with the Utah Jazz for six years. This move is part of the Jazz's efforts to rebuild…
Egypt Requests More Time from the U.S. for the Sudanese Government
Egypt has asked the U.S. to grant the Sudanese government more time to disarm Arab militias in Darfur. This request comes amid concerns from the…
Lance Armstrong Sets Unprecedented Record with Victory in Tour de France - 2004-07-26
Lance Armstrong won the Tour de France for the sixth time, setting a record that no cyclist had achieved before. This victory is significant as…
Editorial: Cracking down on Afghan Militants
The Afghan government is preparing for presidential elections in October 2004 and parliamentary elections in April 2005, with over 7 million voters registered, 40% of…
Report from Paris: The Passing of a Singer Who Knew Love Passionately - 2004-07-24
Serge Gainsbourg, a renowned French poet and singer, died at the age of 82. He was celebrated for his romantic and humanistic music, making a…
The U.S. Sends Food Aid to North Korea - 2004-07-24
The U.S. is sending 50,000 tons of food aid to North Korea despite ongoing tensions over its nuclear program. This aid aims to alleviate the…
US Concern Over Suppression of Civil Society in Belarus - 2004-07-24
The US has expressed serious concerns regarding the suppression of civil society in Belarus, particularly citing restrictions on academic freedoms and assembly. Richard Boucher emphasized…
The United States to Provide 50,000 Tons of Food Aid to North Korea - 2004-07-24
The U.S. plans to send 50,000 tons of food aid to North Korea in response to a request from the World Food Program, despite concerns…
Egyptian Diplomat Kidnapped in Iraq - 2004-07-24
An Egyptian diplomat, Mohamed Qotb, was kidnapped in Iraq by militants in response to Egypt's proposal to send security experts. The situation escalates as another…
Five-Day Trip of the U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is set to embark on a five-day trip to discuss Iraq and the Middle East peace process, visiting Egypt,…
Collision of USS John F. Kennedy Aircraft Carrier with Unknown Boat in Persian Gulf - 2004-07-23
The USS John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier collided with an unknown boat in the Persian Gulf, resulting in the sinking of the boat with no…
Victory of the US Women's National Soccer Team Against Australia - 2004-07-22
The US Women's National Soccer Team won a friendly match against Australia 3-1. Key players included Mia Hamm, who scored her 150th goal, and Shannon…
Israeli Warplanes Fly Over Beirut - 2004-07-20
Israeli warplanes flew over Beirut after clashes with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, resulting in casualties on both sides. The incident escalates tensions in the region,…
Bush: We are investigating Iran's role in the September 11 terrorist attacks
President Bush announced ongoing investigations into Iran's potential involvement in the September 11 attacks, despite CIA claims of no direct role. He accused Iran of…
The United States Congratulates Bolivia on Successful Referendum
The U.S. congratulated Bolivia on a successful referendum regarding its natural gas reserves, which showed strong democratic participation despite calls for a boycott. President Carlos…
President Bush Accuses the Islamic Republic of Harboring Al-Qaeda Leaders - 2004-07-19
President Bush accused the Islamic Republic of Iran of harboring Al-Qaeda leaders and pursuing nuclear weapons while stating that investigations into Iran's potential involvement in…
Senior Hezbollah Member Killed in Beirut - 2004-07-19
A senior Hezbollah member, Ghaleb Awali, was killed in Beirut by a bomb placed under his car. Hezbollah and Lebanese President Emile Lahoud blamed Israel…
Arrest of Main Suspect in the Assassination of Zoran Djindjic - 2004-07-17
Deyan Milenkovic, a main suspect in the assassination of former Serbian Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic, has been arrested in northern Greece. Djindjic was assassinated in…
Strike of Over 14,000 Workers at Two German Automobile Manufacturing Plants - 2004-07-17
Over 14,000 workers at DaimlerChrysler plants in Germany are striking due to management's proposal to extend working hours without wage increases. This is part of…
Thousands of Brazilians March in Protest
Thousands of Brazilians protested in major cities against high unemployment and slow economic growth after a decade of recession. The government claims economic conditions are…
All Secret Experiments at Los Alamos, USA Halted Due to Security Breach - 2004-07-16
All secret experiments at the Los Alamos National Laboratory have been temporarily halted due to a security breach involving the disappearance of classified information. The…
Agassi Celebrates 800th Victory in ATP Tennis Tournaments
Andre Agassi celebrated his 800th victory in ATP tennis tournaments by defeating Alex Bogomolov in the first round of the Mercedes-Benz Cup in Los Angeles.…
U.S. Criticism of the Philippines - 2004-07-13
The U.S. has criticized the Philippines for announcing a potential withdrawal of its troops from Iraq due to pressure from kidnappers. This situation involves U.S.…
Israeli Labor Party Accepts Ariel Sharon's Proposal to Join Government - 2004-07-13
The Israeli Labor Party has agreed to engage in discussions to join a unity government proposed by Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. This move comes as…
Discovery and Seizure of 120 Kilograms of Heroin in the Border Area of Tajikistan with Afghanistan - 2004-07-13
Russian border guards seized 120 kilograms of heroin in Tajikistan near the Afghan border, left by five traffickers who escaped. This incident highlights ongoing drug…
Sharon and Peres Attempt to Form a National Unity Government in Israel - 2004-07-13
Ariel Sharon and Shimon Peres are working together to establish a national unity government in Israel to support Sharon's withdrawal plan from Gaza. The Labor…
Lakhdar Brahimi: Syria Interested in Assisting Stability and Security in Iraq
Lakhdar Brahimi announced Syria's willingness to assist in stabilizing Iraq following an agreement to close the border with Iraq, as stated by Iraqi Deputy Prime…
Ariel Sharon Invites Labor Party to Join His Coalition Government - 2004-07-12
Ariel Sharon has invited the Labor Party to join his coalition government as part of his strategy to secure parliamentary approval for a withdrawal from…
New President of Serbia Promises to Work Towards EU Membership
Boris Tadic has been inaugurated as the new President of Serbia and has committed to pursuing EU membership and cooperating with the war crimes tribunal.…
British Prosecutors Will Not Charge Muslim Cleric
British prosecutors have decided not to charge Muslim cleric Yusuf al-Qaradawi during his visit to the UK, citing insufficient evidence regarding claims of promoting religious…
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 with Dr. Fariborz Rais Dana about the Student Movement in Iran - 2004-07-09
Dr. Fariborz Rais Dana discusses the July 9th student movement in Iran and the government's restrictions on commemorative events. The conversation highlights the ongoing struggle…
Report by Shahid: Interview with Abolqasem Rezaei, Political Activist, about July 18
Abolqasem Rezaei addressed a press conference in Paris regarding the significance of July 18 and the hunger strike of Evin prisoners. The discussion highlights ongoing…
At least 8 Palestinians killed in northern Gaza Strip
At least 8 Palestinians were killed in a battle in northern Gaza, with one Israeli soldier injured. The fighting is part of ongoing tensions between…
Total Oil Company Reaches Agreement with Labor Unions in Nigeria - 2004-07-08
Total Oil Company has agreed with Nigerian labor unions to resolve wage disputes, ending a week-long production halt. This agreement is significant as Nigeria is…
At least 8 killed in bomb explosion 55 kilometers north of Baghdad
A bomb explosion in Khalis, north of Baghdad, killed at least 8 people and injured around 35 during a mourning ceremony. Additionally, three U.S. Marines…
African Union Plans to Deploy Forces to Turbulent Darfur Region
The African Union is set to deploy around 300 troops to the conflict-ridden Darfur region of Sudan to monitor a ceasefire and protect observers. This…
Trial of Former Yugoslav President Delayed Again
The trial of Slobodan Milosevic has been postponed again due to his health issues, specifically high blood pressure and fatigue. The court will decide how…
Formation of a New Political Party in Germany - 2004-07-04
Leaders of labor unions and members of the Social Democratic Party in Germany are forming a new political party to challenge the current ruling party.…
Special Program on Voice of America: A Look at July 9, 1999: A Pivotal Moment in the Freedom Movement
The Voice of America aired a special program reflecting on the events of July 9, 1999, a significant date in Iran's struggle for democracy. The…