February 2004
U.S. Department of Defense Denies Islamic Republic Media Reports on Osama bin Laden's Arrest - 2004-02-28
The U.S. Department of Defense has refuted claims from Iranian media about the arrest of Osama bin Laden, asserting that the search is ongoing but…
The Role and Performance of the Islamic Republic Regarding the Legal Regime of the Caspian Sea - 2004-02-28
The article discusses the Islamic Republic's approach to the legal regime of the Caspian Sea, highlighting Dr. Bahman Aghaei Diba's critical views on its performance.…
Kayhan: Hashemi Rafsanjani Has No Opposition to Dialogue with America
Former Iranian President Hashemi Rafsanjani expressed his openness to dialogue with the U.S., contrasting with the views of Iran's Supreme Leader. This statement highlights ongoing…
A Man Hanged for Child Sexual Abuse in Southern Iran
A man named Mohammad Ali Firoozi was hanged in Marvdasht, southern Iran, after being convicted of child sexual abuse. He received multiple death sentences and…
Gholamali Haddad Adel: The New Parliament Does Not Intend to Go Back
Gholamali Haddad Adel, a prominent conservative figure, claims that the new parliament will not reverse reforms made by the reformists. The counting of votes is…
Iranian Human Rights Group: UN Should Pressure for Leadership Change in Iran
An Iranian-American human rights group is calling on the UN to pressure for a leadership change in Iran following a controversial parliamentary election marked by…
Rise of Religious Conservatives in Iran to Control Parliament
Iran's religious conservatives appear poised to gain control of the parliament following controversial elections, potentially signaling the end of the reformist movement. Voter turnout was…
Report Shahid: Reflection of Iran's Foreign Policies in Europe - 2004-02-23
The article discusses the analysis of Iran's foreign policies in Europe following recent elections. It highlights the implications of these policies and their reception in…
Analysis of Voter Participation in Iran's Elections on Friday - 2004-02-22
The article features an interview with Dr. Hossein Lajevardi analyzing voter participation in Iran's elections. It discusses the implications of this participation for the future…
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…
Hormozan Farhang: Elections Will Not Affect the Policies of the Islamic Republic
Hormozan Farhang argues that the upcoming elections in Iran will not influence the regime's policies, citing low voter turnout as a sign of public discontent…
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…
Iran's Interior Ministry Claims Conservatives Secured Majority Votes - 2004-02-21
The Iranian Interior Ministry claims that conservatives won a decisive victory in the recent parliamentary elections, following the disqualification of thousands of reformist candidates. This…
Conservatives Have Secured Over 146 Seats Out of 289 - 2004-02-21
Conservative candidates in Iran's parliamentary elections have won a significant majority, securing over 146 seats. This victory comes despite the exclusion of many reformist candidates…
Political Activists Told VOA Persian That Many Polling Stations in Major Cities Were Almost Empty - 2004-02-20
Voting for the Islamic Consultative Assembly is ongoing in Iran amid widespread disqualification of reformist candidates, leading to calls for a boycott. Despite reports of…
Increase in Casualties from Freight Train Incident in Khorasan Province - 2004-02-19
A freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed and exploded in Khorasan Province, resulting in at least 182 deaths, primarily among emergency responders. The incident was…
The U.S. Expresses Concern Over Iran's Parliamentary Elections - 2004-02-19
The U.S. has raised concerns about the upcoming Iranian parliamentary elections, fearing they will not reflect the people's will due to disqualifications of reformist candidates.…
Death Toll from Iran Freight Train Accident Continues to Rise
A freight train explosion in Iran has resulted in at least 320 deaths and over 460 injuries, with the toll expected to rise as more…
New Tactic by the Islamic Republic to Secure Votes from Students!
Iranian officials are implementing a new strategy to boost voter turnout among students by offering to increase their discipline grades for participating in the elections.…
Meeting between Ahmed Maher and Kamal Kharrazi on the sidelines of the Tehran Economic Conference - 2004-02-18
Ahmed Maher and Kamal Kharrazi met to discuss restoring diplomatic relations between Egypt and Iran, which were cut off 25 years ago. This meeting occurred…
Over 200 Dead in Train Explosion in Iran - 2004-02-18
A train carrying fuel and chemicals derailed and exploded in Khorasan province, resulting in over 200 deaths and hundreds of injuries, primarily among firefighters. The…
Talks Between the Foreign Ministers of Egypt and the Islamic Republic of Iran - 2004-02-17
The foreign ministers of Egypt and Iran met to discuss restoring diplomatic relations after 25 years. Kamal Kharrazi expressed optimism about the resumption, but no…
Letter from Dozens of Reformist Members of Iran's Parliament to the Supreme Leader
Dozens of reformist parliament members criticized the exclusion of reformist candidates from upcoming elections in a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader. They accuse the Guardian…
Under the Microscope: Seyyed Mohammad Khatami's Letter to the People Regarding the Elections - 2004-02-17
Seyyed Mohammad Khatami, the former President of Iran, wrote a letter to the Iranian people concerning the upcoming elections. While prominent figures like Shirin Ebadi…
Interview with Aryouberzan Pirouznia, Head of the Coordination Committee of the Student Movement for Democracy in Iran - 2004-02-16
Behrouz Abbasi interviews Aryouberzan Pirouznia about a letter sent to President Bush from the Student Movement for Democracy in Iran, addressing concerns regarding the Islamic…
Mahdi Karroubi Considers Elections Unfair but Will Participate
Mahdi Karroubi, despite deeming the elections unfair, will participate in the parliamentary elections, believing that reformist presence is crucial. Many reformist parties are boycotting due…
Khatami: People Should Participate in the Islamic Consultative Assembly Elections
Former President Mohammad Khatami has called on Iranians to vote in the upcoming parliamentary elections despite the disqualification of many reformist candidates. He warns that…
Aghajari: Unfree Elections Mark the End of Internal Developments in the Regime
Dr. Hashem Aghajari, a political prisoner, has called on Iranians to boycott upcoming elections in an open letter from prison. His statement highlights the lack…
Interview of Behrouz Abbasi with Aryo Barzan Pirouznia - 2004-02-16
Behrouz Abbasi interviews Aryo Barzan Pirouznia about a letter sent to President Bush by an Iranian group in the U.S. concerning the Islamic Republic's record.…
Interview with Dr. Asad Homayoun Regarding the Nuclear Activities of the Islamic Republic - 2004-02-15
Iraj Aryanpour interviews Dr. Asad Homayoun about Iran's nuclear activities and ambitions. This discussion sheds light on Iran's nuclear program and its implications for international…
Kamal Kharrazi: Iran Capable of Producing Nuclear Fuel
Kamal Kharrazi announced that Iran can produce nuclear fuel and is prepared to enter the international market with it. He emphasized Iran's commitment to cooperating…
550 Reformist Candidates Withdraw from Upcoming Parliamentary Elections
550 reformist candidates have withdrawn from the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran in protest against the disqualification of thousands of other liberal candidates. This situation…
Shahid Report: The Political and Economic Record of the Islamic Republic of Iran Over the Past 25 Years - 2004-02-14
Mohammad Reza Shahid interviews Dr. Shahin Fatemi about the political and economic developments in Iran over the last 25 years. The discussion highlights significant changes…
Interview with Bijan Kian about the Visit of Several U.S. Congressional Staff to Iran - 2004-02-13
Several U.S. Congressional staff visited Iran after meeting with the Iranian UN representative, raising discussions about a possible shift in U.S. policy towards Iran. Bijan…
Under the Microscope: Discovery of the Islamic Republic's Uranium Enrichment Device Blueprints - 2004-02-13
Dr. Alireza Nouri Zadeh discusses the recent discovery of blueprints for uranium enrichment devices linked to the Islamic Republic, alongside Mr. Khamenei's statements during Friday…
Khatami: I Will Continue Political Reforms in Iran - 2004-02-12
Mohammad Khatami reaffirmed his commitment to political reforms in Iran during a speech commemorating the Islamic Revolution's anniversary. He cautioned against restricting electoral participation, which…
Findings of United Nations Weapons Inspectors in Iran - 2004-02-12
United Nations weapons inspectors discovered blueprints in Iran that could be used to create materials for an atomic bomb, which Iran did not disclose during…
The Electoral Campaign for Parliamentary Candidates in Iran Has Officially Begun
The electoral campaign for parliamentary candidates in Iran has begun, with many conservatives running and reformist candidates barred from participation. President Khatami warns that ignoring…
The U.S. Has No Doubts About Tehran's Final Intentions in Producing Nuclear Weapons
The U.S. is convinced that Iran is still attempting to develop nuclear weapons, as stated by Deputy Secretary of State John Bolton. This assertion comes…
Visit of the Deputy Minister of Interior of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Iraq - 2004-02-09
The Deputy Minister of Interior of Iran has made a visit to Iraq, indicating ongoing diplomatic engagements between the two countries. This visit is noteworthy…
Prince Charles of Britain Meets Mohammad Khatami in Tehran - 2004-02-09
Prince Charles of Britain met with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami in Tehran before visiting the earthquake-affected region of Bam. This visit is significant as it…
Dialogue, Questions, Answers, February 9, 2004: Interview with Saeed Rajaei Khorasani
The article features an interview with Saeed Rajaei Khorasani discussing the parliamentary crisis in Iran. Khorasani, a former ambassador to the UN, provides insights on…
Khamenei: Both Sides Should Set Aside Their Differences
Ayatollah Khamenei urged both conservatives and reformists to put aside their differences ahead of the March 1 parliamentary elections, emphasizing the elections' vital importance. Despite…
A Portrait of the Jewish Minority in Iran: The Film Abjad, Directed by Abolfazl Jalili - 2004-02-08
The article discusses the film 'Abjad' by director Abolfazl Jalili, which portrays the Jewish minority in Iran. Despite its significance, the film has not been…
Abbasi's Interview with the Mother of Hoshmat Tabarzadi - 2004-02-08
Engineer Hoshmatollah Tabarzadi, a political figure and founding secretary of the Democratic Front of Iran, has been summoned to court but refuses to recognize the…
Sunday Night Phone Program, February 8: Conversation with Ahmad Taqva - Consequences of the Revolution - 2004-02-08
The article discusses a phone program featuring an interview with Ahmad Taqva regarding the consequences of the Islamic Revolution, 25 years after it took place.…
Interview with Mahdi Ahmad on the Legal Roots of 'Government Decree' - 2004-02-08
Ibrahim Biparva interviews Mahdi Ahmad about the legal foundations of 'government decree' in Iran. Ahmad, a legal expert and former parliament member, discusses its implications…
The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Says His Government Will Hold Parliamentary Elections on Schedule
The Iranian President announced that parliamentary elections will proceed as scheduled despite significant protests from reformist leaders over the disqualification of many candidates. Khatami and…
Kamal Kharrazi's Request to the German Government for the Search of Missing Islamic Republic Diplomats in Lebanon - 2004-02-06
Kamal Kharrazi, Iran's Foreign Minister, has asked Germany to help find missing Iranian diplomats in Lebanon. This situation reflects ongoing regional tensions and Iran's focus…
Khamenei: Parliamentary Elections Will Not Be Delayed - 2004-02-05
Ayatollah Khamenei confirmed that the parliamentary elections in Iran will proceed as scheduled, despite calls for a review of disqualified reformist candidates. This decision comes…
Parliament Elections Will Be Held as Scheduled
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei affirmed that parliamentary elections will proceed as planned despite protests over candidate disqualifications. Government spokesman Abdollah Ramazanzadeh noted that Khamenei agreed to…
Letters from the People: Your Strike May Not Be Wrong, But It's Too Late
A citizen expresses frustration with Iranian representatives regarding their recent strike, arguing that it is too late to make a difference and questioning their commitment…
US Welcomes Pakistan's Investigation into Illegal Nuclear Technology Transfer
The US has expressed support for Pakistan's investigation into Abdul Qadeer Khan's illegal transfer of nuclear technology to Iran, Libya, and North Korea. Khan's admissions…
Student March Against Disqualification of Candidates Banned on Wednesday
The Iranian authorities have banned a student march protesting the disqualification of reformist candidates. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions between reformist lawmakers and President…
Sunday Night Phone Program, February 1: The Performance of the Islamic Republic in the Last Quarter Century - 2004-02-02
The article discusses a phone program featuring an interview with economist Dr. Cyrus Bina about the Islamic Republic's performance over the last 25 years. Listeners…
Islamic Participation Front Boycotts Parliamentary Elections
The Islamic Participation Front has decided to boycott the upcoming parliamentary elections, citing concerns over fairness and the disqualification of their candidates. This decision comes…
117 Members of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Parliament Resign
117 members of Iran's Parliament resigned in protest against the disqualification of reformist candidates, escalating the electoral crisis ahead of next month's elections. The resignations…