July 2004
Reorganization of U.S. Intelligence Agencies - 2004-07-30
President Bush is set to implement recommendations from the 9/11 Commission to reorganize U.S. intelligence agencies. This includes establishing a Director of National Intelligence and…
Weekly Discussion, July 29, 2004: Interview with Ms. Ebadi Regarding the Trial of Ms. Zahra Kazemi - 2004-07-30
The article features an interview with Shirin Ebadi discussing the trial of Zahra Kazemi, a journalist who died in custody in Iran. This case is…
European Union Provides $150 Million Aid to Palestinians - 2004-07-30
The European Union has announced a $150 million aid package for Palestinians to address urgent needs and support the establishment of a democratic state. The…
Ibrahim Biparva's Interview with Dr. Giv Mirfenderski Regarding Caspian Sea Issues - 2004-07-29
Ibrahim Biparva interviews Dr. Giv Mirfenderski about the recent talks between the Iranian regime and a Russian company regarding deuterium purchases and a conference on…
Under the Microscope: New Appointments in the Judiciary and Protests Against the New Wave of Press Closures in Iran - 2004-07-29
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh analyzes recent judicial appointments in Iran and a letter from 250 prominent figures protesting press closures. This issue highlights the ongoing…
Oil Prices on New York Stock Exchange Reach Highest Level in 21 Years - 2004-07-29
Oil prices surged to a 21-year high on the New York Stock Exchange due to concerns over potential production cuts from Yukos, Russia's largest oil…
Delay in Masters Tennis Tournament in Canada Due to Rain - 2004-07-28
The Masters tennis tournament in Toronto has been delayed due to rain. Notable players involved include defending champion Andy Roddick and second seed Andre Agassi.…
Implementation of Security Recommendations by the Commission of Inquiry Must Be Monitored
Senator John Kerry called for the commission investigating the September 11 attacks to continue for another 18 months to ensure the government implements its security…
Agassi's Victory in the First Round of the Masters Tennis Tournament in Canada - 2004-07-27
Andre Agassi won his first-round match at the Masters Tennis Tournament in Toronto, defeating Tommy Haas. This match coincided with the opening of the new…
White House: President Bush to Implement Recommendations of 9/11 Commission - 2004-07-27
President Bush is set to implement recommendations from the 9/11 Commission to enhance U.S. security. This includes creating a national intelligence management position and a…
President Bush: Combat Operations in Afghanistan and Iraq are a Relentless and Decisive Fight Against Terrorists - 2004-07-24
President Bush emphasized the ongoing military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq as part of a decisive fight against terrorism, while also noting the implementation of…
Russia Does Not Intend to Send Peacekeepers to Iraq - 2004-07-24
Russia has declined Iraq's request to send peacekeepers, although it is considering political and economic support. Iraqi officials, including Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari and Prime…
Indian Foreign Minister Optimistic About the Release of Three Indian Hostages in Iraq - 2004-07-24
The Indian Foreign Minister expressed optimism regarding the imminent release of three Indian hostages in Iraq. He met with the family of one hostage and…
President Bush: The Sudanese Government Must Control Arab Militias - 2004-07-24
President Bush urged the Sudanese government to rein in Arab militias accused of violence in Darfur, amid ongoing attacks on civilians. The situation is complicated…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Reflection on the Final Report of the September 11 Commission in Germany - 2004-07-23
Nasrin Mahdavi analyzes the final report of the September 11 Commission as it was received in Germany. The report highlights the impact of the Commission's…
Hashemi Rafsanjani: Many Individuals Enter the Country Illegally or with Fake Documents
Ali Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani criticized the U.S. commission investigating the September 11 attacks for lacking evidence against Iran. He argued that many individuals enter Iran…
No Evidence Found Indicating Iran Was Aware of Terrorist Attacks
The 9/11 Commission found no evidence that Iran was aware of the 2001 terrorist attacks but noted that some hijackers passed through Iran. The investigation…
Nazi Baghlari Report: 9/11 Commission Report - 2004-07-22
The 9/11 Commission Report implicates Iran in aiding terrorists involved in the September 11 attacks, but Iranian media has not reported on this. Nazi Baghlari…
Final Report of the Commission Investigating the September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2004-07-21
The final report on the September 11 attacks highlights over 10 missed opportunities to prevent the hijackers but does not conclude that the attacks could…
AFC Asian Cup; Iran National Team Defeats Thailand 3-0
The Iran national football team won their opening match in the AFC Asian Cup against Thailand with a score of 3-0. This victory places Iran…
Tony Blair Reiterates His Belief About the Iraq War
Tony Blair defended his stance on the Iraq War in Parliament, asserting that the intelligence at the time justified the invasion due to Iraq's alleged…
Jacques Chirac: Turkey's Entry into the European Union Will Soon Be Desirable
French President Jacques Chirac expressed support for Turkey's EU membership following talks with Prime Minister Erdogan, despite opposition from his conservative party. The EU is…
Russia Will Not Send Troops to Iraq or Afghanistan
The Russian Foreign Ministry has confirmed that it will not deploy troops to Iraq or Afghanistan, countering claims made by an American research organization. This…
AFC Asian Cup; Iraq's Loss to Uzbekistan
Iraq's national football team lost 1-0 to Uzbekistan in their first match of the AFC Asian Cup, marking their return to major competitions since the…
Andre Agassi Withdraws from RCA Tennis Championships
Andre Agassi has withdrawn from the RCA Tennis Championships to rest and prepare for the US Open. At 34, he is prioritizing recovery from an…
World Anti-Doping Agency: Professional Tennis Officials Should Not Exonerate 7 Tennis Players from Doping Charges - 2004-07-18
The World Anti-Doping Agency has criticized professional tennis officials for exonerating seven players who tested positive for steroids. The agency argues that the players' claims…
New Evidence of Connection Between Al-Qaeda Hijackers and Iran - 2004-07-17
The final report of the commission investigating the September 11 attacks indicates a potential connection between Al-Qaeda hijackers and Iran, suggesting that Iran may have…
Andre Agassi Advances to Quarterfinals of Mercedes-Benz Tennis Cup
Andre Agassi has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Mercedes-Benz Tennis Cup in Los Angeles after defeating Julien Benneteau. Other notable matches included Jeff Morrison's…
Agassi Celebrates 800th Victory in ATP Tennis Tournaments
Andre Agassi celebrated his 800th victory in ATP tennis tournaments by defeating Alex Bogomolov in the first round of the Mercedes-Benz Cup in Los Angeles.…
Discovery and Seizure of 120 Kilograms of Heroin in the Border Area of Tajikistan with Afghanistan - 2004-07-13
Russian border guards seized 120 kilograms of heroin in Tajikistan near the Afghan border, left by five traffickers who escaped. This incident highlights ongoing drug…
Failed Assassination Attempt on Sergey Abramov, Acting President of Chechnya - 2004-07-13
A failed assassination attempt on Sergey Abramov, the acting president of Chechnya, occurred in Grozny, resulting in one death and two injuries. This incident highlights…
Vladimir Putin's Statements on Economic Relations between Russia and the USA - 2004-07-12
Vladimir Putin called for stronger economic ties with the U.S. during a meeting with Russian ambassadors, emphasizing the need for mutual respect and constructive dialogue.…
OSCE Expresses Concern Over the Killing of Paul Klebnikov
Paul Klebnikov, editor of Forbes Russia, was shot and killed in Moscow, prompting the OSCE to call for an investigation. His reporting on political corruption…
Violence Continues in the Breakaway South Ossetia Region of Georgia - 2004-07-10
Violence in South Ossetia persists, with renewed clashes injuring Georgian security forces. Russia is facilitating discussions to mitigate tensions, while Georgian President Saakashvili asserts readiness…
Investigation into the Murder of American Forbes Editor in Moscow - 2004-07-10
Paul Klebnikov, the American editor of Forbes magazine, was murdered in Moscow, shot four times near his office. The Russian Attorney General has taken over…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Displacement of Afghan Refugees - 2004-07-08
The UNHCR has initiated the first phase of resettling Afghan displaced persons. Nazi Baghlari reports on the developments. This is significant as it addresses the…
Visit of the Pakistani Foreign Minister to Moscow - 2004-07-08
The Pakistani Foreign Minister is in Moscow for talks on terrorism and drug trafficking. The discussions will also cover technical and economic cooperation and the…
An Election Commission Employee Killed in an Attack in Eastern Afghanistan - 2004-07-08
An Afghan woman working for the election commission was killed in an attack involving an explosive device in eastern Afghanistan. The attack is part of…
U.S. Embassy in Islamabad Reopened
The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad has reopened following a closure due to a terrorist threat, while the British High Commission remains closed. The situation highlights…
Under the Microscope: Continued Repression by the Regime Ahead of the Anniversary of July 18 - 2004-07-07
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh analyzes the regime's ongoing repression as the anniversary of July 18 approaches, while also addressing the dismissal of Iranian and Syrian…
British High Commission Office in Islamabad Closed Due to Terrorist Threat - 2004-07-05
The British High Commission in Islamabad has closed due to a terrorist threat, causing the U.S. Independence Day celebration to be postponed. This decision was…
No Decision Made Yet on Voting Date in Afghanistan
Afghan election officials are still undecided on a voting date, which was initially set for June but postponed to September due to security concerns. The…
Russian Officials Say One of the Organizers of Last Week's Rebel Attack in Ingushetia Has Been Killed - 2004-07-03
Russian authorities announced the death of Abu Kutibeh, an organizer of a recent rebel attack in Ingushetia, during a police operation. This incident highlights ongoing…