February 2004
The National Budget Law Approved
The Iranian parliament approved the national budget for 1383 (2004) at over 100 billion tomans, focusing on increased borrowing, foreign trade liberalization, and healthcare expansion.…
Shirin Ebadi: The Gap Between the Tehran Government and the People of Iran is Widening
Shirin Ebadi highlights the increasing disconnect between the Iranian government and its citizens due to low voter turnout in parliamentary elections. Despite this, she advocates…
Under the Microscope: Bush's Remarks Condemning the Regime's Behavior in the Elections - 2004-02-25
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the Iranian government's attempts to exaggerate voter turnout and President Bush's condemnation of the regime's actions during the elections. The…
Islamic Republic: We Purchased Necessary Parts for Nuclear Program from South Asian Brokers - 2004-02-22
Iran admitted to sourcing some components for its nuclear program from South Asian brokers but did not confirm any links to a Pakistani nuclear transfer…
Reactions to the Results of Iran's Elections in French Media and Protests Outside the Iranian Embassy in Paris: Mohammad Reza Shahid - 2004-02-21
The article discusses the reactions of French media to the results of Iran's elections and highlights protests by the Association for the Defense of Political…
Iranian Elections in the Media of the Political Capital of the United States - 2004-02-21
The article discusses the coverage of Iranian elections in U.S. media, emphasizing the attention these elections receive from international observers. This is significant as it…
Please Do Not Forget to Support the People of Iran - 2004-02-19
An Iranian citizen expresses the urgent need for U.S. support for the Iranian people against their oppressive government. They emphasize the widespread discontent with the…
Witness Report: Should Iran's Parliamentary Elections Be Approved or Not?
The article raises the question of whether Iran's upcoming parliamentary elections should be approved. It highlights media coverage in France regarding the elections scheduled for…
Report on the Majlis Elections in Iran - 2004-02-14
The article discusses the Majlis elections in Iran, highlighting the coverage by a Voice of America reporter. This event is significant as it reflects the…
Leader of the United Arab Emirates Abolishes Travel Visa Regulations
The leader of the UAE has abolished travel visa regulations for foreign workers, a decision made shortly after a tragic plane crash that killed 43…
Iranian Passenger Plane Crash in the United Arab Emirates - 2004-02-10
An Iranian passenger plane crashed in the UAE, resulting in the deaths of 43 people. This tragic event highlights ongoing concerns about aviation safety in…
Dubai Report on Parliamentary Elections in Iran - 2004-02-07
The Voice of America reports on the ongoing crisis surrounding the parliamentary elections in Iran, highlighting the latest updates. This situation involves the Iranian government…
The Sit-In Protest of Representatives, Mohsen Younesi - 2004-02-05
After the disqualification of a significant number of parliament members, some representatives staged a sit-in and a political fast, questioning the motives behind their actions…
Iran's Political and Electoral Crisis from the Perspective of Egyptian Newspapers - 2004-02-03
The article discusses the political and electoral crisis in Iran as viewed by Egyptian newspapers, highlighting the regional perspective on Iran's internal issues. This matters…
Reflection of Iran's Parliamentary Crisis in Egyptian Press - 2004-02-02
The article discusses how the ongoing parliamentary crisis in Iran is being reported and analyzed by the Egyptian media. This situation involves the Iranian government…