June 2004
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Ban on Hijab in Turkish Universities - 2004-06-30
The European Court of Human Rights ruled against a Turkish woman wearing a headscarf, prohibiting her from wearing Islamic attire at her university. This ruling…
European Court of Human Rights Requests Britain to Refrain from Involvement in Transfer of Saddam Hussein - 2004-06-30
The European Court of Human Rights denied a request to stop Britain from assisting in the transfer of Saddam Hussein to the Iraqi interim government.…
EU Leaders to Sign First Constitution in Rome, Italy
EU leaders are set to sign their first constitution in November in Rome, following an agreement among 25 member states. José Manuel Barroso has been…
Potential Election of the Prime Minister of Portugal as the New President of the European Commission - 2004-06-29
European Union leaders are expected to elect José Manuel Durão Barroso, the Prime Minister of Portugal, as the new President of the European Commission. This…
NATO Leaders Agree to Train Iraqi Security Force - 2004-06-29
NATO leaders have agreed to train an Iraqi security force at Iraq's request, encouraging member participation while facing dissent from France. This decision highlights the…
Under the Microscope: The Official Transfer of Power in Iraq to the Transitional Government - 2004-06-28
The article discusses the official transfer of power in Iraq to a transitional government and the coordination of U.S. positions with the EU and NATO…
NATO to Train New Iraqi Security Forces - 2004-06-28
NATO has agreed to train Iraq's new security forces at the request of the interim government, a decision welcomed by President Bush and Prime Minister…
President Bush Arrives in Ankara, Turkey - 2004-06-27
President Bush visited Ankara to express U.S. and EU support for Iraq's interim government. He emphasized the end of disagreements over the Iraq war and…
President Bush Praises Turkish Government as a Model of Secular Islamic Democracy
President Bush praised Turkey as a model of secular Islamic democracy during a meeting with Prime Minister Erdoğan in Ankara. He emphasized Turkey's role in…
The European Union Has Tentatively Agreed to Assist in Training Iraqi Armed Forces - 2004-06-26
The European Union has tentatively agreed to help train Iraqi armed forces at the request of interim Prime Minister Iyad Allawi. This decision reflects NATO…
President Bush Calls on the European Union to Begin Negotiations on Turkey's Membership
President Bush has called for the EU to initiate membership talks with Turkey once it meets the required criteria. This comes as Turkey has implemented…
President Bush assured that mistreatment of foreigners in U.S. prisons will be addressed - 2004-06-26
President Bush addressed concerns about the mistreatment of foreigners in U.S. prisons, particularly in light of the Abu Ghraib scandal. European leaders, including the Prime…
The United States and the European Union Have Committed to Support the Interim Government of Iraq - 2004-06-26
The U.S. and EU have committed to support Iraq's interim government, emphasizing assistance for security and the need for elections by January 2005. This commitment…
President Bush in Ireland - 2004-06-25
President Bush is in Ireland to meet with EU officials, focusing on trade and counter-terrorism, while also seeking support for Iraq's interim government. His visit…
The President of the United States Departed for a Five-Day Trip to Ireland and Turkey
President George Bush is on a five-day trip to Ireland and Turkey to seek international agreement on Iraq. He will meet with EU officials in…
Report by Shahid: The Situation of Prisons and Prisoners in France - 2004-06-24
The French weekly 'Nouvel Observateur' has published a report on the conditions of prisons and prisoners in France, highlighting the issues faced within the penal…
Five Afghan Soldiers Killed in Vehicle Mine Incident
Five Afghan soldiers were killed and two injured when their vehicle hit a mine near Spin Boldak. The Taliban are suspected to be responsible for…
Report: French Foreign Minister's Visit to Cairo - EU Statement on Human Rights Violations in Iran - 2004-06-21
The French Foreign Minister visited Cairo, coinciding with a statement from the European Union addressing human rights violations in Iran. This highlights ongoing international scrutiny…
African Union: Union President to Visit War-Torn Darfur
The African Union president is set to visit Darfur to encourage adherence to a ceasefire agreement amid ongoing violence. This visit comes as the U.S.…
Report Shahid: Interview with Houshang Nahavandi on the Approval of the European Union Charter - 2004-06-20
Dr. Houshang Nahavandi, a former Iranian diplomat, discusses the implications of the European Union Charter's approval for Iran-EU relations in an interview with Voice of…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Adoption of the European Constitution - 2004-06-20
The leaders of the European Union adopted a constitution during a summit in Brussels, aiming to create a united and powerful Europe. This development is…
Report by Shahid: New Charter of the European Union - 2004-06-20
The European Union has prepared a new charter in light of its new members and is seeking a successor for its previous president. This report…
The Cost of Hosting the Athens Olympics Continues to Rise
The cost of the Athens Olympics is projected to exceed $7 billion, significantly higher than earlier estimates of $5.5 billion. The Greek Minister of Finance…
Under the Microscope: Approval of the IAEA Board Resolution, Anniversary of the Day of Disarmament - 2004-06-18
On June 18, the anniversary of the Day of Disarmament, Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh analyzes the IAEA Board's resolution against Iran and the end of a…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Summit of Leaders of 25 EU Countries - 2004-06-18
The summit of leaders from 25 EU countries took place in Brussels over two days, attracting the attention of political experts. Nasrin Mahdavi from Voice…
Under the Microscope: Assessment of Iran's Human Rights Record and Nuclear Activities - 2004-06-17
The program features Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discussing Iran's human rights record and nuclear activities, responding to questions from Behrouz Abbasi. The focus is on…
Center-Right Parties Dominate European Parliamentary Elections
In the recent European Parliamentary elections, center-right parties are projected to secure the majority of seats, with predictions of at least 247 out of 732.…
European Parliament Elections - 2004-06-13
Voter turnout in the European Parliament elections was disappointingly low in the Czech Republic and Latvia, attributed to the unpopularity of the European Parliament. Italy's…
Weak Reception for European Parliament Elections: Mohammad Reza Shahid, Paris - 2004-06-12
The European Parliament elections experienced a weak turnout, indicating public disengagement with the electoral process. This situation is significant as it highlights potential disillusionment with…
The European Union Must Take a Stronger Stance on Human Rights Violations in Iran, Report by Nazi Baghlari - 2004-06-11
The Human Rights Watch has called on the European Union to increase pressure on Iran regarding its human rights violations. This request highlights ongoing concerns…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: European Parliament Elections - 2004-06-10
The elections for the European Parliament representatives have commenced in the Netherlands and the UK. Nasrin Mahdavi from Voice of America is covering the event.…
Turkey Moves Closer to EU Approval for Membership
Turkey is making progress toward EU membership approval by releasing a Kurdish activist and allowing Kurdish language broadcasts. This is significant as it may lead…
Increase in European Union Aid Conditional on Security in Iraq - 2004-06-09
The European Union plans to increase aid to Iraq, contingent upon the establishment of security in the region. Chris Patten has suggested an annual allocation…
Release of Four Kurdish Politicians After Serving 10 Years in Prison in Turkey - 2004-06-09
Four Kurdish politicians, including human rights activist Leyla Zana, were released from prison in Turkey after serving 10 years for alleged ties to separatist guerrillas.…
Broadcasting Kurdish Language Television Programs from Turkey - 2004-06-09
Turkey has begun broadcasting Kurdish language programs, marking a significant cultural shift as part of its EU accession efforts. However, this progress is overshadowed by…
Europe Threatens to Sanction Iranian Pistachio Imports - 2004-06-08
The European Union has threatened to impose sanctions on Iranian pistachio imports citing non-health reasons. Economist Dr. Hamid Zangeneh argues that political motivations are more…
EU Ministers Meeting in Luxembourg - 2004-06-08
EU ministers are meeting to discuss anti-terrorism efforts and the appointment of the next Europol director. Germany, Greece, and Italy face criticism for not implementing…
Meeting of European Finance Ministers in Luxembourg - 2004-06-01
European finance ministers are set to discuss the economic effects of rising oil prices, exacerbated by a recent terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia. Experts warn…