June 2004
Customs Officials at Six U.S. Airports to Monitor Pakistani Travelers
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has ordered customs officials at six airports to monitor Pakistani travelers for signs of terrorist training. This action is…
Report Shahid: Interview with Dr. Jamshid Behnam about his new book
Dr. Jamshid Behnam, a former professor, held a lecture to discuss his new book 'The Berliners'. The event was reported by Voice of America, highlighting…
Lindsay Davenport Advances to Wimbledon Quarterfinals - 2004-06-28
Lindsay Davenport has advanced to the quarterfinals of Wimbledon after defeating Vera Zvonareva. Young talents Maria Sharapova and Karolina Sprem also progressed, setting up an…
Donald Rumsfeld: The Fate of Four Britons in Guantanamo Bay Prison is Uncertain - 2004-06-27
Donald Rumsfeld expressed uncertainty about the fate of four British detainees at Guantanamo Bay, indicating they might be returned to the UK or tried by…
Members of the U.S. National Tennis Team for the Athens Olympics Announced
The U.S. national tennis team for the Athens Olympics has been announced, featuring veterans like Martina Navratilova and the successful Williams sisters. This is significant…
At least 23 killed in twin bombings in southern Baghdad - 2004-06-27
At least 23 people were killed and nearly 60 injured in twin bombings in Hilla, southern Baghdad, just days before a power transfer to a…
Phone Conversation on Sunday: Ramash with Sayeh Saidi Sirjani, the Status of the Student Movement, and More - 2004-06-26
A live interview took place between Ramash and Sayeh Saidi Sirjani regarding the student movement and women's rights in Iran under the Islamic regime. Sayeh…
President Bush's Five-Day Trip to Ireland and Turkey - 2004-06-25
President Bush is on a five-day diplomatic trip to Ireland and Turkey, aiming to secure global consensus on Iraq and support for his Middle East…
Los Angeles Report: Cultural Programs Featuring Ms. Simin Behbahani in California - 2004-06-24
Cultural programs with Ms. Simin Behbahani are ongoing in California, showcasing Iranian culture and literature. This event is significant for the Iranian diaspora and highlights…
Philippine Congress Declares President as Election Winner - 2004-06-24
The Philippine Congress has confirmed Gloria Arroyo as the winner of the recent presidential elections, despite opposition claims of fraud. The Supreme Court upheld the…
Los Angeles Report: Organization of Iranian-American Information Technology - 2004-06-22
The article features an interview with Akram Pour, founder of 'Silicon Iran,' an organization of Iranian-Americans in the IT sector. The discussion highlights the contributions…
Pentagon to Release Secret Notes on Interrogation Methods - 2004-06-22
The Pentagon is set to release previously classified notes detailing interrogation techniques used at Guantanamo Bay, which have been criticized as torture. This decision involves…
Serena Williams, the defending Wimbledon champion, easily advances from the first round
Serena Williams easily won her first-round match at Wimbledon, defeating Zheng Jie. Other notable players like Elena Dementieva and Chanda Rubin faced early exits. This…
Reports from the 37th Conference of the Iranian Researchers Association in Stockholm - 2004-06-21
The 37th Conference of the Iranian Researchers Association took place in Stockholm, where Ibrahim Biparva interviewed Zeynab Hashemi, a recent awardee from Radio Sweden. This…
U.S. Military Judge's Ruling on Misconduct with Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-06-21
A U.S. military judge has allowed defense attorneys for soldiers accused of abusing Iraqi prisoners to summon senior officers, including General Ricardo Sanchez and General…
Los Angeles Report: NGOs in Iran for the Education and Training of Children - 2004-06-20
The article discusses the efforts of NGOs in Iran focused on the education and training of children, featuring an interview with Farah Masoumi from UCLA's…
A Provincial Official and Leader of the Pakistan People's Party Shot Dead in Karachi
A provincial official and leader of the Pakistan People's Party, Munawar Soharwardi, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Karachi. This incident highlights the rising…
US Army Detains Suspected Iraqi Terrorist Without Informing Red Cross - 2004-06-18
The US Army has detained a suspected Iraqi terrorist for seven months without informing the Red Cross, following orders from Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld…
Wimbledon Tennis Championships Begin on Monday in London - 2004-06-17
The Wimbledon Tennis Championships are set to start on Monday, featuring top players like Serena Williams and Roger Federer. Both are defending champions and favorites…
Plans for Holding Elections in Iraq Next Year Are Progressing Well - 2004-06-17
The UN is making progress on plans for Iraq's elections scheduled for January next year, with an independent commission already established. However, public trust remains…
Poverty and War Have Caused the Death of Thousands of Children in Africa - 2004-06-17
UNICEF reports that poverty and war have led to the deaths of thousands of children in Africa, with another 60 million at risk. The organization…
Witness Report: Trial of the Leadership of the Mojahedin in Paris - 2004-06-15
A ceremony commemorating the anniversary of self-immolation by Mojahedin supporters is scheduled for June 18 in Paris. On June 15, former members of the Mojahedin…
Former Abu Ghraib Prison Official Claims She Has Been Made a Scapegoat - 2004-06-15
General Janis Karpinski, the former head of Abu Ghraib prison, claims she is a scapegoat for the abuse of Iraqi prisoners, which she says was…
Hamid Karzai: I hope more NATO peacekeepers will be deployed to Afghanistan
Hamid Karzai hopes for increased NATO peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan ahead of the September elections. He expresses concerns about potential disruptions from anti-government forces. This…
Shirin Ebadi Takes on the Case of Zahra Kazemi's Family
Shirin Ebadi has been authorized to represent the family of Zahra Kazemi, a Canadian-Iranian journalist who died in custody. Reza Ahmadi, a government employee, is…
Denial of Peace Negotiations in Sri Lanka - 2004-06-13
Chandrika Kumaratunga, the President of Sri Lanka, has denied claims that she accepted to negotiate the Tamil rebels' proposal for temporary autonomy. The Tamil Tigers…
Report and Interviews by Mahtab Farid from the Funeral of the 40th President of the United States - 2004-06-12
The article features reports and interviews from the funeral of the 40th President of the United States, highlighting an interview with Jeane Kirkpatrick, a notable…
Interview with Israeli-Palestinian Director by Nazi Baghlari - 2004-06-12
Nazi Baghlari interviews Israeli-Palestinian director Julian Amir Khams about his documentary 'Arna's Children', which explores the lives of Palestinian boys and the harsh realities they…
No Agreement on Compensation for Victims of Libyan-German Bombing - 2004-06-12
Libyan and German officials could not agree on compensation for victims of a 1986 bombing in Berlin, which was ordered by Libya. While a Libyan…
Request for Replacement of General in Charge of Investigation into Abuse of Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-06-10
General John Abizaid has requested a higher-ranking officer to lead the investigation into the abuse of Iraqi prisoners, aiming to question senior officers including General…
Los Angeles Report: Iranian Teenagers in California Play Santur for the Benefit of Bam Earthquake Victims - 2004-06-09
Iranian teenagers in California are performing santur music to raise funds for the victims of the Bam earthquake. This initiative highlights the community's solidarity and…
Nigerian Workers' Leaders Call for Nationwide Strike Over Fuel Price Increase - 2004-06-09
Nigerian workers' leaders are calling for a nationwide strike in response to a significant increase in fuel prices, which has angered the public. The government…
Under the Microscope: Efforts to Transform the Guardian Council's Supervisory Authority into Continuous Supervision - 2004-06-08
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the Seventh Parliament's attempts to change the Guardian Council's supervisory role, the merging of Iraqi militia forces with government troops,…
The Security Council is on the verge of agreeing on the text of the Iraq resolution - 2004-06-06
The UN Security Council is nearing agreement on a resolution regarding Iraq's future, as stated by Condoleezza Rice. The resolution, proposed by the US and…
Anastasia Myskina Wins French Open Championship
Anastasia Myskina won the French Open women's singles title by defeating fellow Russian Elena Dementieva. This victory marks a significant achievement for Myskina, who eliminated…
Donald Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, Visits Dhaka for Talks with Bangladeshi Prime Minister - 2004-06-05
Donald Rumsfeld visited Dhaka to discuss potential Bangladeshi troop deployment to Iraq with Prime Minister Khaleda Zia amidst protests against his visit. Bangladesh is open…
Donald Rumsfeld Attends Annual Regional Security Conference in Singapore - 2004-06-04
Donald Rumsfeld attended a regional security conference in Singapore to discuss terrorism and called for Southeast Asian cooperation against it. The Prime Minister of Singapore…
Donald Rumsfeld's Visit to Singapore - 2004-06-04
Donald Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, is in Singapore for a regional security conference focusing on terrorism. He emphasized the need for vigilance against terrorist…
Los Angeles Report: International Social Welfare Society Gathering - 2004-06-03
The International Social Welfare Society held a gathering focusing on the role of NGOs in Iran, where Ms. Farah Masoumi spoke. This event highlights the…
Interview with Ms. Maleki about the Problems of Bam Residents - 2004-06-02
In an interview, student Fatemeh Maleki discusses the ongoing challenges faced by Bam residents who are still living in tents after the December 2003 earthquake.…