May 2004
Interview with the Head of the National Seismology Center about the Mazandaran Earthquake - 2004-05-31
An earthquake occurred last Friday in northern Iran, affecting Tehran. Dr. Nourbakhsh Mirzaei, head of the National Seismology Center, discussed the earthquake's tracking and its…
Intense Battle Between Saudi Security Forces and Islamic Militants - 2004-05-30
An intense battle has erupted in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, where Islamic militants have taken over 50 hostages after attacking oil facilities, resulting in at least…
Little Chance for Pardon of US Army Deserter
The US government has stated that there is little chance for a pardon for Charles Jenkins, a US Army deserter in North Korea. His Japanese…
Report: Prince Reza Pahlavi's Dialogue with Students at the Paris Institute of Political Studies - 2004-05-26
Prince Reza Pahlavi engaged in a discussion with students at the Paris Institute of Political Studies. This event highlights his ongoing efforts to connect with…
London Strategic Studies Institute; Al-Qaeda has over 18,000 militants ready to attack
A report from the London Strategic Studies Institute reveals that Al-Qaeda has over 18,000 militants ready to attack, with numbers increasing due to the Iraq…
Life and Progress in America: National Diversity Day / Religious and Racial Diversity in America - 2004-05-19
May 19th is recognized as National Diversity Day in the U.S., with events organized by Voice of America and other governmental institutions. The day highlights…
Coalition Forces in Iraq Clashed with Militias Linked to Muqtada al-Sadr - 2004-05-17
Coalition forces clashed with Muqtada al-Sadr's militias in Iraq, leading to the deaths of two Iraqi women and several civilians during an attack. This ongoing…
Two Iraqi Women Working for Coalition Forces Killed in Baghdad - 2004-05-16
Two Iraqi women employed by the U.S.-led coalition were killed in Baghdad during a small arms attack. The incident highlights ongoing violence in Iraq, with…
Life and Progress in America: Nobel Prize Winner in Chemistry - 2004-05-12
Dr. Peter Agre, a physician and biochemist, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry this year. He is among over thirty Nobel laureates from Johns…
Report by Shahid: Meeting at the Institute of International Relations in France - 2004-05-12
A meeting took place at the Institute of International Relations in France featuring discussions by various academic, political, and media figures regarding Iran. The event…
UK Supreme Court Ruling on Iraqi Claimants - 2004-05-11
The UK Supreme Court has ruled that 12 Iraqi families can pursue compensation and investigations into the unlawful killings of their relatives by British soldiers.…
Investigation into the Deaths of Three Detainees in Iraq and Afghanistan - 2004-05-05
The CIA's Inspector General is investigating the deaths of three detainees, two in Iraq and one in Afghanistan, including a CIA contractor. This investigation highlights…
Two Britons and their Afghan translator killed in insurgent attack in Nuristan province
Two British nationals and their Afghan translator were killed in an insurgent attack while helping with election registration in Afghanistan's Nuristan province. This incident highlights…
Preventing Potential Terrorist Attacks on Urban Rail Systems in the U.S. - 2004-05-05
The U.S. government is implementing a 30-day pilot program to enhance security in passenger rail systems following recent terrorist threats. Asa Hutchinson and Tom Ridge…
Investigation into Last Week's Attacks by Militants on Police Stations in Thailand - 2004-05-04
Thai authorities are investigating the involvement of foreign militants in recent attacks on police stations. The Prime Minister denies any foreign connections, while police report…