July 2004
Interview with Dr. Abdolreza Heydari by Ebrahim Biparva - 2004-07-28
Ebrahim Biparva interviews Dr. Abdolreza Heydari, a prominent figure advocating for parliamentary monarchy in Iran. The discussion highlights the political landscape and the role of…
Investigation into the Incident of a High-Speed Train Derailing in Turkey - 2004-07-27
A high-speed train derailed in northeastern Turkey last week, resulting in numerous casualties. The main opposition party is calling for a parliamentary investigation and the…
The Democratic National Convention Begins Today
The Democratic National Convention starts today in Boston, focusing on nominating John Kerry for president against George W. Bush. The event aims to highlight Kerry's…
Weekly Discussion, July 25: Interview with Dr. Seyyed Mohammad Seyfzadeh, Lawyer for the Kazemi Family - 2004-07-25
The first court hearing regarding the murder of journalist Zahra Kazemi has concluded, featuring prominent lawyers including Shirin Ebadi. Dr. Seyyed Mohammad Seyfzadeh discusses the…
Significant Decrease in Arab Satisfaction with America and Its Foreign Policies - 2004-07-24
A recent poll shows a drastic decline in Arab satisfaction with the U.S. and its foreign policies, with some countries reporting zero satisfaction. The survey…
Hoshyar Zebari, Iraqi Foreign Minister, Visits Moscow - 2004-07-23
Hoshyar Zebari, the Iraqi Foreign Minister, is visiting Moscow to engage in discussions with Russian officials about Iraq's future and bilateral relations. This visit highlights…
Weekly Discussion, July 22, 2004: Recent Attack by the Judiciary on Iranian Press
The article discusses a recent attack by the Iranian Judiciary on the press, featuring a conversation between Behrouz Abbasi, Dr. Seyf Zadeh, and Mr. Shams…
Eight U.S. States Sue Five Power Plants
Eight U.S. states and New York City have filed a lawsuit against five power plants to reduce carbon dioxide emissions due to global warming. This…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Fereydoun Amir Ebrahimi, Member of the National Front of Iran - 2004-07-18
Fereydoun Amir Ebrahimi, a senior member of the National Front of Iran, discussed the organization's activities and personnel outside of Iran in an interview. This…
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…
Andre Agassi Advances to Quarterfinals of Mercedes-Benz Tennis Cup
Andre Agassi has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Mercedes-Benz Tennis Cup in Los Angeles after defeating Julien Benneteau. Other notable matches included Jeff Morrison's…
Retrial of 4 Kurdish Legislators in Turkey
An appeals court in Turkey has ordered a retrial for 4 Kurdish legislators, including Leyla Zana, who were previously convicted for links to separatist rebels.…
Failed Assassination Attempt on Sergey Abramov, Acting President of Chechnya - 2004-07-13
A failed assassination attempt on Sergey Abramov, the acting president of Chechnya, occurred in Grozny, resulting in one death and two injuries. This incident highlights…
Roger Federer Wins Swiss Open Tennis Tournament - 2004-07-12
Roger Federer won the Swiss Open tennis tournament in Gstaad, defeating Igor Andreyev from Russia. This victory comes just a week after his Wimbledon win,…
Investigation into the Murder of American Forbes Editor in Moscow - 2004-07-10
Paul Klebnikov, the American editor of Forbes magazine, was murdered in Moscow, shot four times near his office. The Russian Attorney General has taken over…
Los Angeles Lakers Offer Head Coach Position to Former Houston Rockets Coach
The Los Angeles Lakers have proposed the head coach position to Rudy Tomjanovich, a former coach of the Houston Rockets. Other candidates have withdrawn from…
Continued Election Campaigns of Senator John Kerry and John Edwards - 2004-07-08
Senators John Kerry and John Edwards are actively campaigning in key states ahead of the November presidential election. Kerry argues that their views are superior…
Interview with Mr. Khosrow Seyf, Secretary of the Iran Nation Party - 2004-07-08
Mr. Khosrow Seyf, Secretary of the Iran Nation Party, reflects on the history of the student movement in Iran as the anniversary of significant protests…
Noorzad, Dabir, and Khodai Join Iran's National Wrestling Team
The Iranian Wrestling Federation's Technical Committee selected Babak Noorzad, Alireza Dabir, and Majid Khodai to join the national wrestling team for the 2004 Athens Olympics.…
John Kerry and his running mate Senator John Edwards plan to campaign in four states in the U.S.
John Kerry and Senator John Edwards are launching their campaign in four key states ahead of the presidential election. President Bush is also campaigning in…
Report by Shahid: Interview with Saeed Peyvandi, Professor at Paris Universities - 2004-07-06
Dr. Saeed Peyvandi discusses the significance of July 9 and the student movement in Iran during an interview with Voice of America. This conversation highlights…
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…
Interview with Mr. Younes Jabari Regarding the Attack on Peyman Piran's Home in Tehran - 2004-07-06
The Iranian security forces attacked the home of Peyman Piran, a member of the National Union of Students. Younes Jabari, a fellow member of the…
Duke University Basketball Coach Rejects Lakers Head Coach Offer
Mike Krzyzewski, the head coach of Duke University, turned down a lucrative offer from the Los Angeles Lakers to become their head coach. This decision…
Moscow's Readiness to Help Resolve North and South Korea Disputes Peacefully - 2004-07-05
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed Moscow's willingness to mediate between North and South Korea to resolve their disputes peacefully during his visit to Pyongyang.…
Turkey Withdraws Remaining Peacekeepers from Northern Iraq - 2004-07-04
Turkey is withdrawing its last peacekeepers from northern Iraq after nearly seven years of deployment aimed at preventing conflict between Kurdish factions. The peacekeeping mission…
General Casey Succeeds General Sanchez as Senior Commander of U.S. Army in Iraq
General George Casey has taken over from General Ricardo Sanchez as the senior commander of U.S. forces in Iraq. This change is described by U.S.…