January 2004
Governor of Kerman: Investigations into Recent Clashes in Khatunabad Have Begun
Investigations have begun into violent clashes in Khatunabad, resulting in 4 deaths and 25 injuries, sparked by protests from workers at a copper smelting plant…
IRNA: Mohammad Khatami Did Not Accept Resignations of Government Officials - 2004-01-27
President Mohammad Khatami rejected the resignations of several senior officials who protested the disqualification of thousands of candidates for upcoming elections. This situation highlights tensions…
Clashes Between Security Forces and Protesters in Kerman Province - 2004-01-26
Clashes occurred in Babak city, Kerman province, resulting in 4 deaths and 20 injuries during protests by workers over job losses at a copper smelting…
The United Nations Will Send a Delegation to Assess the Possibility of Elections in Iraq - 2004-01-25
The United Nations is sending a delegation to Iraq to evaluate the potential for elections before June 30, as the U.S. aims to end its…
Gathering to Protest the World Economic Forum in Davos - 2004-01-24
A protest against the World Economic Forum took place in Chur, Switzerland, with around one thousand participants opposing economic globalization. While most protests were peaceful,…
Interview with Omid Abbasali Nejad, Member of the Central Committee of the Democratic Council - 2004-01-23
Omid Abbasali Nejad discusses the dire conditions in Iranian prisons, the ongoing protests and sit-ins by reformists, and the upcoming elections. This interview highlights the…
Ayatollah Sistani Calls for Temporary Halt to Protests in Iraq
Ayatollah Sistani has called for a temporary halt to protests against a US-backed plan for a temporary government in Iraq until the UN decides on…
End of the Fourth World Social Forum in India - 2004-01-21
The Fourth World Social Forum took place in Mumbai, India, concluding with a large march and deemed a success by organizers. It gathered over 100,000…
Guardian Council: We Have Begun Reviewing the Cases of Disqualified Candidates
The Guardian Council has started reviewing the cases of candidates disqualified for the upcoming parliamentary elections due to protests from various officials and groups. The…
Nigerian Labor Union Leaders Call for Protests Against Fuel and Diesel Prices - 2004-01-19
Nigerian labor union leaders are mobilizing the public for a nationwide strike against a new tax on fuel and diesel prices. The government is attempting…
Protests Against France's Decision to Ban Hijab - 2004-01-17
Protests erupted in London and Paris against France's proposed ban on hijabs in public schools, with thousands participating, including veiled women. French President Jacques Chirac…
Protests by Parliament Representatives as a Clear Example of Election Boycott and Demand for Referendum - 2004-01-13
Islamic Parliament representatives protested against the disqualification of some members by the Guardian Council, leading to calls for an election boycott and a referendum. This…
Ayatollah Sistani Rejects US Proposal Again - 2004-01-12
Ayatollah Sistani has rejected a US proposal for a temporary Iraqi government without elections, emphasizing the need for direct elections to ensure true representation of…
Investigation into the Crash of a U.S. Black Hawk Helicopter Near Fallujah - 2004-01-10
A U.S. Black Hawk helicopter crashed near Fallujah, likely due to ground fire, killing all nine soldiers aboard. Danish troops found suspicious mortar shells leaking…
Protests in Front of the French Embassy in Beirut - 2004-01-08
Thousands of Muslim women and girls protested in Beirut against France's proposed ban on headscarves in public schools. The protest was organized by Hezbollah and…
Mikhail Saakashvili Moves Towards a Major Victory in the Georgian Presidential Election - 2004-01-07
Mikhail Saakashvili is poised for a significant victory in the Georgian presidential election, having received 96% of the votes counted so far. His leadership during…