February 2004
69 People Prosecuted in Turkey for Involvement in 4 Deadly Explosions
In Turkey, 69 individuals are being prosecuted for their involvement in four deadly explosions that killed over 60 people in November. The attacks targeted Jewish…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: German Chancellor's Visit to Turkey - 2004-02-23
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder has started an official visit to Turkey to discuss reforms with Turkish leaders. This visit highlights Germany's interest in Turkey's political…
Zob Ahan Football Team Departing for Bahrain Tomorrow
The Zob Ahan football team is traveling to Bahrain for their second match in the Asian Club Championship after winning their first match against Pakhtakor.…
Turkish Court Refuses to Release 4 Former Legislators
A Turkish court denied the release of four former legislators linked to separatist rebels for the eleventh time. They were originally sentenced in 1994, and…
Dialogue Between Greek and Turkish Cypriot Leaders in New York - 2004-02-14
Greek and Turkish Cypriot leaders have committed to discussions on reunification before Cyprus joins the EU. The talks, facilitated by Kofi Annan, aim to resolve…
Turkish and Greek Communities of Cyprus Agree on Negotiation Procedures - 2004-02-13
The Turkish and Greek communities of Cyprus have agreed on negotiation procedures to address the island's division. This agreement is based on a UN proposal,…
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…
Forty Dead in Iranian Plane Crash - 2004-02-10
An Iranian passenger plane crashed near Sharjah Airport, resulting in at least forty fatalities. Kish Airlines operated the aircraft, a Fokker 50, which was involved…
Rescue of 16-Year-Old Boy After Six Days Under Rubble in Turkey - 2004-02-08
A 16-year-old boy was rescued after being trapped for six days under the rubble of a collapsed building in Konya, Turkey. The incident, which occurred…
Over 750 People Injured in Turkey During Eid al-Adha Celebrations
During Eid al-Adha celebrations in Turkey, over 750 people were injured while performing animal sacrifices. The Turkish government has recommended that butchers handle the sacrifices…