January 2004
Kofi Annan Urges the European Union to Reduce Immigration Restrictions - 2004-01-30
Kofi Annan called on the EU to ease immigration restrictions during his acceptance of the Sakharov Prize in Brussels. He emphasized the need for Europeans…
European Commission's Annual Report on Airline Safety Inspections to be Released
The European Union is enhancing its airline safety monitoring by requiring member states to review airlines from non-EU countries and will publish an annual report…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: Europe's Concern Regarding Iran's Elections - 2004-01-27
The Italian Foreign Minister visited Tehran following a meeting of EU Foreign Ministers in Brussels, highlighting Europe's concerns about the upcoming elections in Iran. This…
U.S. Vice President Calls on Nations to Join America in Promoting Democracy in the Middle East - 2004-01-24
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney urged global nations to collaborate with America to advance democracy in the Middle East, linking this effort to the fight…
A Former Education Minister Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Genocide
Jean de Dieu Kamuhanda, a former education minister in Rwanda, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the 1994 genocide. The UN…
Japan Suspends Chicken and Chick Imports from Thailand
Japan has suspended imports of chicken and chicks from Thailand due to concerns over avian influenza, with the EU considering similar measures. This decision follows…
German Foreign Minister's Visit to Ankara - 2004-01-21
German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer visited Ankara to discuss Turkey's EU membership request. He emphasized the strategic importance of Turkey's entry into the EU and…
European Commission President: Turkey's Significant Progress in Reforms for EU Membership
European Commission President Romano Prodi highlighted Turkey's significant progress in reforms necessary for EU membership after meeting with Prime Minister Erdogan. He emphasized the need…
Visit of the President of the European Commission to Ankara - 2004-01-15
The President of the European Commission, Romano Prodi, is visiting Ankara to discuss Turkey's EU membership bid with its leaders. He commended Turkey for recent…
Spanish Prime Minister: Trade Restrictions Between the U.S. and the EU Should Be Lifted - 2004-01-13
Spanish Prime Minister Jose Maria Aznar urged the removal of trade barriers between the U.S. and the EU during his visit to Washington. This initiative…
Report on the Ninth Gulf Security Conference in Abu Dhabi - 2004-01-13
The Ninth Gulf Security Conference took place in Abu Dhabi, involving regional experts and representatives from various countries. This event highlights ongoing discussions about security…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Solana's Visit to Iran - 2004-01-12
Javier Solana, the EU's foreign policy chief, visited Iran and met with Islamic Republic leaders, which garnered considerable attention in German media. This visit is…
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…
Turkey Supports UN Efforts to Resolve Cyprus Issue - 2004-01-08
Turkey's senior leaders have backed UN efforts to address the division of Cyprus, emphasizing the need for solutions based on the realities of the island.…
Transfer of Injured from Kandahar Terrorist Explosion to Hospital at U.S. Military Base
A terrorist explosion in Kandahar injured 18 Afghans and killed at least 15, prompting their transfer to a U.S. military hospital. The Taliban has apologized…
Unexpected Defeat of Andy Roddick in the Second Round of the Qatar Open Tennis - 2004-01-07
Andy Roddick, the top-ranked men's tennis player, suffered an unexpected defeat against Joonas Burkman in the second round of the Qatar Open. Burkman's ability to…
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…
Two Paper Bombs Explode in Offices of European Parliament Members
Two paper bombs exploded in the offices of European Parliament members without causing injuries. The incidents involved Hans-Gert Pöttering and Gary Titley, and follow a…
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…
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.…
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…
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…