August 2004
Arrest of a Group of Taliban Commanders and Fighters in Afghanistan - 2004-08-09
Afghan forces have arrested several Taliban commanders and fighters in Urozgan province and conducted a follow-up operation in Kandahar, resulting in additional casualties and arrests.…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Michael Chaghini - 2004-08-08
This article features an interview with Dr. Michael Chaghini, a member of the National Iranian American Council, discussing the establishment and goals of the organization.…
Hashim Aghajari Ignored Court Order
Hashim Aghajari defied a court order by joining a protest of over 100 journalists against press restrictions in Iran. He emphasized the need for press…
Babar Ahmad to Remain in Custody Until Next Court Session
Babar Ahmad, a British suspect, has been ordered to remain in custody until his next court hearing on August 13 due to U.S. allegations of…
Interview with Nasrin Mohammadi about Akbar Mohammadi's Hospitalization - 2004-08-06
Nasrin Mohammadi discusses the hospitalization of her brother Akbar Mohammadi, who has been imprisoned for over five years and suffers from health issues. This highlights…
Mohammad Khatami's Speech in the Parliament of Azerbaijan - 2004-08-06
During his visit to Azerbaijan, Iranian President Mohammad Khatami criticized unilateral international policies and emphasized the need for dialogue to achieve peace. He and Azerbaijani…
Weekly Discussion, August 5, 2004: The Judiciary and the Beginning of Mr. Shahroudi's Second Term
The weekly discussion on August 5, 2004, features a conversation about the Iranian Judiciary and the commencement of Mr. Shahroudi's second term as its head,…
Mohammad Khatami's Visit to Azerbaijan - 2004-08-05
Mohammad Khatami, the Iranian President, visited Azerbaijan for the first time in over a decade to meet with President Ilham Aliyev. They discussed improving bilateral…
Two Men Arrested on Terrorism Charges in New York - 2004-08-05
Two imams in Albany, Yasin Mohiuddin Aref and Mohammad Moshref Hussain, were arrested for allegedly aiding terrorism and laundering money for a federal agent posing…
The Role of Reza Shah in Implementing Constitutional Principles - Interview with Mehdi Ahmad - 2004-08-04
In an interview marking the anniversary of the Constitutional Revolution, former MP Mehdi Ahmad discusses the failures of early parliamentary assemblies in Iran and highlights…
Discussion on Tuesday Night, August 3, 2004, Examining the Case of Dr. Hashem Aghajari - 2004-08-04
On August 3, 2004, a discussion was held about Dr. Hashem Aghajari's legal case, featuring his lawyer and a political researcher. The case is significant…
Support of Afghanistan's Defense Minister for Yunus Qanuni in Presidential Elections
Afghanistan's Defense Minister Mohammad Fahim has declared his support for Yunus Qanuni in the upcoming presidential elections, distancing himself from Hamid Karzai after being removed…
Asian Cup Football; Japan Advances to the Final Match of the Asian Cup
Japan's national football team defeated Bahrain 4-3 in a dramatic match to reach the final of the Asian Cup. This marks Japan's third time advancing…
AFC Asian Cup: Iran Misses Out on Final Match
The Iranian national football team lost to China in the semifinals of the AFC Asian Cup, missing the chance to advance to the final. The…
Iran's Weightlifting National Team Members Announced for Athens 2004
Iran has announced six weightlifters who will compete in the 2004 Athens Olympics, including notable athletes like Hossein Rezazadeh. This announcement highlights Iran's ongoing commitment…
Interview with Hooshang Amir Ahmadi Regarding the Turkish Prime Minister's Visit to Iran - 2004-08-01
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited Iran, prompting an analysis by Dr. Hooshang Amir Ahmadi on the motivations and implications of the visit. This…
Interview with Dr. Nemat Ahmadi Regarding Potential Candidates for Iran's Upcoming Presidential Election
Dr. Nemat Ahmadi discusses the implications of Dr. Attaollah Mohajerani's recent arrest on his candidacy for Iran's presidency. The conversation highlights the political landscape and…