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…
Russia May Increase Its Oil Exports
Russian Finance Minister Alexei Kudrin indicated that Russia may boost its oil exports if prices stay high, and will not cut exports even if prices…
End of Hosni Mubarak's Three-Day Visit to Moscow - 2004-05-29
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak finished a three-day visit to Moscow where he discussed Iraq and the Middle East peace process with Russian President Vladimir Putin.…
Iran's National Boxing Team Selected for Thailand Competitions
Iran has selected its national boxing team to compete in the King’s Cup in Thailand, with notable athletes Akbar Ahadi and Mehdi Ghorbani making the…
President Bush Aims to Address International Doubts Regarding the Transfer of Sovereignty in Iraq - 2004-05-29
President Bush has pledged to transfer full sovereignty to a temporary Iraqi government by the end of June 2004, aiming to alleviate international concerns. This…
Vladimir Putin Committed to Defending Democracy in Russia - 2004-05-26
Vladimir Putin asserts his commitment to democracy and improving living conditions in Russia during a parliamentary speech. He criticizes NGOs for prioritizing fundraising over genuine…
Iran's National Wrestling Team Will Not Participate in Olympic Preparation Competitions
Iran's national wrestling team has decided to boycott the Olympic preparation competitions in Atlanta as a protest against U.S. policies in Iraq. The U.S. Olympic…
Interview with Dr. Hooshang Amir Ahmadi Regarding President Bush's Remarks - 2004-05-25
President Bush delivered a speech about Iraq, presenting a vision for its future. Dr. Hooshang Amir Ahmadi, an expert on Middle Eastern studies, analyzed these…
Signing of Protocol Between Russia and the European Union - 2004-05-21
Russia and the EU signed a protocol supporting Russia's bid to join the WTO. President Putin announced an acceleration in efforts to ratify the Kyoto…
Members of the U.S. National Basketball Team Sent to the Athens Olympics - 2004-05-17
LeBron James and four other players have been added to the U.S. Olympic basketball team for the Athens Games. This team includes several notable NBA…
Condoleezza Rice: The U.S. and Russia Agree on Next Steps in Iraq - 2004-05-17
Condoleezza Rice announced a U.S.-Russia agreement on the next steps for Iraq, particularly regarding the transfer of sovereignty scheduled for June 30. This cooperation aims…
Washington Newspapers May 15, 2004
On May 15, 2004, Washington newspapers highlighted a marriage between a Muslim man and a Catholic woman, which prompted a warning from the Vatican. The…
Three Lashkar-e-Taiba Militants Killed in Clash in Indian Kashmir
Three militants from the Lashkar-e-Taiba group were killed in a clash with Indian forces in Kashmir, following the earlier killing of three civilians by unidentified…
Fake Photos of British Troops Abusing Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-05-15
The Daily Mirror published fake photos purportedly showing British troops abusing Iraqi prisoners, resulting in an apology and the resignation of editor Piers Morgan. The…
Life and Progress in America: Washington Statement - 2004-05-13
The article discusses a conversation with Professor Khalid Bashir Mirza regarding the residents of Camp Ashraf, who are members of the People's Mojahedin Organization of…
Interview with Dr. Hoshang Amir Ahmadi by Ebrahim Biparva - 2004-05-13
Ebrahim Biparva interviews Dr. Hoshang Amir Ahmadi about Iran's foreign policy in the region. Dr. Amir Ahmadi is a prominent academic and leader in Iranian…
Vladimir Putin's Visit to War-Torn Chechnya - 2004-05-11
Vladimir Putin visited Chechnya shortly after the assassination of President Akhmad Kadyrov, where he honored Kadyrov's family. He also ordered the deployment of over 1,100…
Chechen President and Six Others Killed in Bomb Explosion in Grozny - 2004-05-09
Ahmad Kadyrov, the pro-Russian President of Chechnya, was killed in a bomb explosion in Grozny along with six others. The attack is attributed to Muslim…
Indian Kashmir Officials: Suspected Muslim Militants Kill Politician
Suspected Muslim militants killed a politician and injured three women in Kashmir during two separate attacks. The incidents occurred ahead of general elections, raising concerns…
Vladimir Putin Sworn in for a Second Term as President of Russia - 2004-05-07
Vladimir Putin was sworn in for a second presidential term, vowing to enhance citizens' lives and create a strong nation by 2008. He won over…
Report by Shahid: The Passing of Mr. Ahmad Mir Fandarsaki - 2004-05-06
Mr. Ahmad Mir Fandarsaki has passed away, and Mohammad Reza Shahid reports on his life and character. This event is significant as it reflects on…
Tony Blair and the President of Poland Condemn Mistreatment of Iraqi Prisoners
Tony Blair and Polish President Aleksander Kwaśniewski condemned the mistreatment of Iraqi prisoners during a press conference, emphasizing the need for accountability while maintaining their…
The United States Congratulates Martin Torrijos on His Victory in the Panama Presidential Election
The United States congratulated Martin Torrijos on his election victory in Panama, where he received over 47% of the votes. Torrijos, the son of a…
Britain Launches Investigation into Allegations of Soldier Misconduct with Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-05-01
Britain is investigating allegations of misconduct by its soldiers towards Iraqi prisoners following the release of incriminating photos by the Daily Mirror. The investigation is…
Turkish Prime Minister Requests Support from the U.S. and Russia - 2004-05-01
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has sought support from the U.S. and Russia after Turkish Cypriots failed to achieve reunification in a recent referendum.…