May 2004
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Ahmad Madani - 2004-05-31
Dr. Ahmad Madani, Secretary General of the National Front of Iran's overseas organization, discusses the future plans of the organization in an interview with Voice…
Following the assassination of a Sunni cleric in Karachi, police deployed throughout the city
A prominent Sunni cleric, Mufti Nazimuddin Shamzai, was assassinated in Karachi, leading to widespread unrest and violence from his supporters. The police have been deployed…
Riots in Karachi Following the Murder of a Senior Cleric - 2004-05-30
Riots erupted in Karachi after the assassination of senior Sunni cleric Mufti Nazimuddin Shamsai. The unrest has led to injuries among both protesters and police,…
Three Protesters Killed During Demonstrations in Beirut - 2004-05-27
Three protesters were killed during demonstrations in Beirut against the government's economic policies, specifically rising gasoline prices. The protests were sparked by a call from…
Japanese Prime Minister's Views on North Korea - 2004-05-23
Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Il, who expressed a desire for a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula and a resolution…
Denial of American Troops' Withdrawal from Central Karbala
A suicide bombing in Baghdad resulted in 5 deaths and injured a senior Iraqi official. Heavy fighting occurred between American troops and Shiite militias in…
At least 5 killed in bomb explosion in Baghdad - 2004-05-22
A bomb explosion in Baghdad killed at least 5 people and injured a senior Iraqi official. This incident follows a recent suicide bombing that resulted…
Editorial: Terrorism In Iraq
The editorial discusses the U.S. government's stance on terrorism in Iraq, emphasizing the fight against insurgents and the establishment of a democratic government. President Bush…
Under the Microscope: Pro-Regime Demonstrations in Front of the British Embassy in Tehran - 2004-05-17
On May 17, 2004, pro-regime supporters demonstrated outside the British Embassy in Tehran. Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discussed this event, the ties between Tehran and…
Israel has begun military operations in the southern Gaza Strip - 2004-05-17
Israel has initiated military operations in southern Gaza to expand its buffer zone and separate Rafah from other Palestinian areas, causing local residents to flee.…
King of Jordan: Establishing a Palestinian State is the Key to Middle East Peace
King Abdullah of Jordan emphasizes that a Palestinian state is essential for peace in the Middle East and for a united Arab response to terrorism.…
Open Letter from Two British Muslims Recently Released from Guantanamo Prison - 2004-05-14
Two British Muslims, Shafiq Rasul and Asif Iqbal, released from Guantanamo, allege they were tortured similarly to Iraqi prisoners at Abu Ghraib. They addressed their…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: Retaliatory Action by Tehran City Council - 2004-05-13
The Tehran City Council installed a plaque in front of the German embassy to highlight Germany's sale of chemical weapons to Iraq during the Iran-Iraq…
United Nations Faces Difficulties in Transferring Thousands of Sudanese Refugees
The UN is struggling to transfer tens of thousands of Sudanese refugees to safer camps in Chad due to militia attacks. This operation is critical…
An American Beheaded on Camera in Iraq - 2004-05-12
An American contractor, Nick Berg, was beheaded by masked men in Iraq, reportedly as revenge for U.S. mistreatment of Iraqi prisoners. The incident, claimed by…
Muqtada al-Sadr Calls for Negotiation with Coalition - 2004-05-11
Muqtada al-Sadr has called for negotiations with the coalition forces in Iraq, offering to cease hostilities if they agree. U.S. officials remain unresponsive to his…
Under the Microscope: The Occupation of the Newly Established Khomeini Airport by IRGC Forces - 2004-05-10
The episode discusses the IRGC's occupation of Khomeini Airport, a warning from Kuwait to Iran, and tensions involving Muqtada al-Sadr's forces. This highlights escalating regional…
35 Militants Loyal to Muqtada al-Sadr Killed in Baghdad
In Baghdad, 35 militants loyal to Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr were killed in recent clashes, adding to previous casualties. This escalation highlights ongoing tensions and…
Interview with Dr. Abdolsttar Doshaki by Ebrahim Bi Parva - 2004-05-10
Dr. Abdolsttar Doshaki, a political activist from the United Front of Balochistan, discusses the future of minority rights in Iran. The program aims to address…
Chad's Defense Minister Accuses Arab Militias
Chad's Defense Minister, Emmanuel Nadingar, has accused Arab militias from Sudan of launching attacks in Chad, resulting in significant casualties. This escalation occurs shortly after…
Explosion in a Baghdad Hotel Injures at Least Six People
An explosion at the Four Seasons Hotel in Baghdad injured at least six people, including foreign nationals. This incident coincides with ongoing clashes between U.S.…
Chinese Prime Minister Visits London for Talks with British Officials - 2004-05-10
Chinese Prime Minister Wen Jiabao is in London for discussions with British leaders, including Prime Minister Tony Blair and Queen Elizabeth. Human rights issues in…
Clashes on Saturday Between American Soldiers and Mahdi Army - 2004-05-09
On Saturday, clashes erupted between American and British forces and the Mahdi Army in several Iraqi cities, resulting in multiple casualties. The fighting escalated in…
Behrouz Abbasi's Interview with Hassan Zar'azadeh Ardeshir on the Situation of Political Prisoners in Iran - 2004-05-08
Hassan Zar'azadeh Ardeshir, a former political prisoner, discusses the medical and legal needs of current political prisoners in Iran in an interview with Behrouz Abbasi.…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Protests in Berlin Against Kamel Kharrazi's Visit from Germany - 2004-05-05
Hundreds of Iranians in Germany protested in Berlin against Kamel Kharrazi's visit. The demonstration took place in front of the German Foreign Ministry. This event…
Tensions Near Najaf City in Iraq Remain High - 2004-05-04
Tensions are escalating near Najaf, Iraq, with armed supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr clashing with U.S. forces. While shelling continues, it is less intense than previous…
High-Level South Korean Delegation Visits Pyongyang - 2004-05-04
A South Korean delegation is in Pyongyang to urge North Korea to soften its nuclear stance ahead of upcoming six-party talks. The visit is led…
Expulsion of Foreign Employees from an Oil Company in Saudi Arabia - 2004-05-03
Five foreign employees of a Western oil company were killed in an armed attack in Saudi Arabia, leading to the expulsion of about one hundred…
Four Killed in Clash in Eastern Afghanistan
A clash in eastern Afghanistan resulted in the deaths of four individuals, with the U.S. claiming they were militants while local officials assert they were…
Two Americans, Two Britons, and One Australian Killed in Saudi Arabia
Five Westerners, including two Americans, two Britons, and one Australian, were killed in a shooting in Saudi Arabia while working for ABB Lummus. The attack…