January 2004
Earthquakes Continuously Shake Cities and Villages in Iran - 2004-01-30
Iran is experiencing continuous earthquakes affecting its cities and villages, coinciding with a political crisis for the government. The situation highlights the challenges faced by…
Airport and Hospital Workers in France Go on Strike - 2004-01-22
Airport and hospital workers in France have gone on strike in protest against government plans to privatize parts of the Paris airports organization. Their demands…
In the country's political crisis, several Iranian government officials have resigned - 2004-01-21
Several Iranian government officials, including the Vice President, have resigned amid a political crisis following the Guardian Council's decision to accept some disqualified candidates for…
Dozens of Members of the Iranian Government Threaten to Resign
Dozens of Iranian government officials, including ministers and advisors, have threatened to resign over the disqualification of reformist candidates from parliamentary elections. The Vice President…
Threat of Resignation by Iranian Governors - 2004-01-12
Governors in Iran have threatened to resign if the disqualification of 80 reformist lawmakers is not reconsidered. This situation arises from the Guardian Council's decision,…
The Cost of Rebuilding Bam City May Reach One Billion Dollars
The United Nations estimates that rebuilding the city of Bam, devastated by an earthquake, could cost up to one billion dollars. The Iranian government will…
Iran and Egypt to Resume Diplomatic Relations After 25 Years - 2004-01-06
Iran and Egypt have agreed to resume diplomatic relations after 25 years, as announced by Vice President Mohammad Ali Abtahi. This decision is expected to…
President Bush is pleased that Iran allowed U.S. aid to be sent to Bam - 2004-01-02
President Bush expressed satisfaction that Iran permitted the delivery of U.S. aid to earthquake victims in Bam. The U.S. has temporarily lifted some sanctions to…
Dubai Report: Despite the Overflow of Aid to the People of Bam, Some Still Sleep in the Cold - 2004-01-02
A report from Dubai reveals that despite significant aid flowing into Bam, Iran, some residents are still sleeping in the cold. This situation underscores the…
Do Dictators Even Care About Human Lives? - Pouya Arjomand
The article questions whether dictators value human lives, particularly in the context of Iran's vulnerability to earthquakes. It argues that the government prioritizes censorship and…
Memorial Service and Commemoration for Approximately 30,000 Victims of the Bam Earthquake
A memorial service was held in Bam for the victims of the devastating earthquake that killed approximately 30,000 people. Key figures, including Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani…
The U.S. Temporarily Eases Economic Sanctions Against Iran
The U.S. has temporarily eased sanctions against Iran to provide humanitarian aid to Bam earthquake victims. This move reflects an attempt to improve relations between…