February 2004
Report by Shahid: Khatami Defeated Without Fighting - 2004-02-28
The article discusses the political defeat of former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, suggesting he failed to effectively contest his challenges. This situation highlights the struggles…
Report by Shahid: An Iranian Woman Selected as One of the Exemplary Mothers of the Year in Paris
Mrs. Haideh Soroush, an Iranian woman, has been recognized as one of the exemplary mothers of the year in Paris. This recognition highlights the contributions…
Under the Microscope: Controversial Results of the Elections in Iran and Tehran - 2004-02-27
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the questionable outcomes of the Iranian elections and President Khatami's visit to Venezuela. The article raises concerns about electoral integrity…
Under the Microscope: U.S. State Department Reports on Human Rights Situation in Iran - 2004-02-26
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses U.S. State Department reports on human rights in Iran, the U.S. representative's report to the IAEA, and concerns from Iranian…
Under the Microscope: Bush's Remarks Condemning the Regime's Behavior in the Elections - 2004-02-25
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the Iranian government's attempts to exaggerate voter turnout and President Bush's condemnation of the regime's actions during the elections. The…
Report by Shahid: Brief News from France - 2004-02-25
The report highlights Shirin Ebadi's comments at UNESCO about the intersection of religion and democracy, along with issues concerning Iraqi women's lives. This is presented…
Under the Microscope: Promises of Some Officials of the Iranian Regime - 2004-02-25
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the promises of Iranian officials to adopt successful economic models from Japan and China, alongside previous threats from Khatami's administration…
Anti-Censorship Site Khwabgard with Full Text of Censored Books - 2004-02-24
The Khwabgard anti-censorship site has published the full texts of books that have been censored in Iran. This initiative is part of a broader effort…
Under the Microscope: The Reflection of Iran's Elections in International Circles - 2004-02-23
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the resignation of Fatemeh Haqiqatjou from the sixth parliament and the implications of the upcoming seventh parliament elections in Iran.…
Report Witness: Interview with Reza Moieni, Iranian Representative of Reporters Without Borders - 2004-02-22
Reza Moieni discusses the recent suspension of two newspapers in Iran and the implications of the recent elections in a radio interview. His insights highlight…
Report by Shahid: News One Day After the Voting in Iran - 2004-02-22
This article discusses the aftermath of the parliamentary elections in Iran, reported by journalist Mohammad Reza Shahid. The report provides insights into the political climate…
Reza Pahlavi's Statement on the People's Victory in Boycotting Elections - 2004-02-21
Reza Pahlavi issued a statement celebrating the success of the people's boycott of the elections, asserting it as a significant step towards democratic change in…
Under the Microscope: Results of Friday's Elections and Disagreements Between the President and the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council - 2004-02-21
The program discusses the results of the recent parliamentary elections and highlights a disagreement between President Khatami and Secretary Rouhani over the closure of two…
Reactions to the Results of Iran's Elections in French Media and Protests Outside the Iranian Embassy in Paris: Mohammad Reza Shahid - 2004-02-21
The article discusses the reactions of French media to the results of Iran's elections and highlights protests by the Association for the Defense of Political…
Under the Microscope: The Parliament's Goals in Controlling the Integrity Seekers - 2004-02-20
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the Iranian Parliament's strategies to manage integrity seekers, the involvement of notable figures in elections, and the recent trend of…
Updates from Roshangari Website - 2004-02-18
The article provides updates from the Roshangari website, featuring various articles discussing topics such as religion, political leadership, and economic freedom in Iran. Key contributors…
Under the Microscope: The Letter of Protesting Representatives to Khamenei - 2004-02-18
The article discusses a letter from protesting representatives of the Iranian parliament to Ayatollah Khamenei, addressing significant political concerns. Additionally, it touches on a major…
Iran National Football Team's Victory Against Qatar - 2004-02-18
The Iran national football team won their first match in the 2006 World Cup qualifiers against Qatar with a score of 3-1. Key players included…
Under the Microscope: Election Fraud in Parliament - Production and Export of Enriched Uranium - 2004-02-16
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses concerns about election fraud in Iran's parliamentary elections, comments from Khamal Kharrazi on enriched uranium production and export, and the…
Khatami: People Should Participate in the Islamic Consultative Assembly Elections
Former President Mohammad Khatami has called on Iranians to vote in the upcoming parliamentary elections despite the disqualification of many reformist candidates. He warns that…
Sunday Night Phone Program, February 15: Conversation with Shiva Nazari Ahari and Amir Reza Amir Bakhtiar - 2004-02-16
The Sunday night phone program featured a discussion on the performance of the Islamic regime in Iran over the past 25 years, hosted by Ibrahim…
Shahid Report: The Political and Economic Record of the Islamic Republic of Iran Over the Past 25 Years - 2004-02-14
Mohammad Reza Shahid interviews Dr. Shahin Fatemi about the political and economic developments in Iran over the last 25 years. The discussion highlights significant changes…
Report by Shahid: French Public Opinions on Iran and the Iranian Regime - 2004-02-13
Kaveh Mohseni, a member of the Iranian student movement, discusses a Le Figaro article on French public opinions about Iran and its regime. This dialogue…
Independence Loses to Al-Wasl
Independence lost a friendly match against Al-Wasl, with the first half ending 2-0 in favor of Al-Wasl. Despite a comeback attempt in the second half,…
Under the Microscope: Discovery of the Islamic Republic's Uranium Enrichment Device Blueprints - 2004-02-13
Dr. Alireza Nouri Zadeh discusses the recent discovery of blueprints for uranium enrichment devices linked to the Islamic Republic, alongside Mr. Khamenei's statements during Friday…
Commemorative Stamp of Hossein Rezazadeh to be Printed
The Iranian government is honoring weightlifting champion Hossein Rezazadeh by issuing a commemorative stamp. The event will be celebrated with a ceremony attended by high-ranking…
Under the Microscope: President Bush's Statements on Nuclear Non-Proliferation Policies - 2004-02-12
Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh analyzes President Bush's views on nuclear non-proliferation and the implications for political group participation in Iran's seventh parliamentary elections. This discussion highlights…
Under the Microscope: The Seizure of Seven Reformist Newspapers - Recent Bombings in Iraq - 2004-02-11
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the threat posed by Judge Mortazavi to seize seven reformist newspapers in Iran and recent bombings in Iraq. This situation…
Report Shahid: Interview with Prince Reza Pahlavi - 2004-02-11
Prince Reza Pahlavi held a press conference in Paris, where he discussed various issues. A Voice of America correspondent conducted an interview with him afterward.…
Under the Microscope: The Reflection of Prince Charles' Visit to Iran, Division Among Government Reformists - 2004-02-10
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the implications of Prince Charles' visit to Iran and highlights the divisions among reformist groups regarding their stance on upcoming…
Under the Microscope: Prince Charles's Visit to Iran and Student Protests - 2004-02-09
Prince Charles visited Iran amid significant student protests at major universities. Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh discusses the implications of the visit and the protests. This situation…
Report Shahid: Reflection of the Anniversary of the Iranian Revolution in French Media - 2004-02-09
As the 25th anniversary of the Iranian Revolution approaches, French media coverage includes articles from Le Monde and Figaro, along with a radio interview of…
Mohammad Reza Shahid: Gathering of Mojahedin Members in Paris - 2004-02-08
Members of the Mojahedin gathered in Paris to raise awareness about their demands. The event was reported by Mohammad Reza Shahid from Voice of America,…
Under the Microscope: The End of the Sit-in by Resigned Representatives and the Goals of Kamal Kharrazi's Trip to Lebanon - 2004-02-06
The sit-in by resigned Iranian parliament representatives has concluded, and Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh analyzes the implications of this event alongside the goals of Foreign…
Report by Shahid: End of Sit-in and Political Fasting of Protest Representatives
Protesting representatives in the Iranian Parliament have ended their sit-in and political fasting. This event is reported by Mohammad Reza Shahid and highlights the ongoing…
Under the Microscope: President Bush's Remarks on the Fight Against Terrorism - 2004-02-05
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh analyzes President Bush's statements on combating terrorism and promoting democracy in the Middle East, alongside the issue of disqualifications in Iran.…
Most Disqualified Candidates Still Prohibited from Participating in Elections
Most disqualified candidates in Iran remain barred from elections despite a directive from the Supreme Leader for review. The Guardian Council reinstated only a small…
Khamenei: Parliamentary Elections Will Not Be Delayed - 2004-02-05
Ayatollah Khamenei confirmed that the parliamentary elections in Iran will proceed as scheduled, despite calls for a review of disqualified reformist candidates. This decision comes…
Report by Shahid: Interview with Ms. Janati Ataei, Writer and Director - 2004-02-04
Ms. Janati Ataei, a writer and director based in Paris, has staged a play called 'Hedayat' in Paris this week. The article features an interview…
Under the Microscope: The Sixth Congress of the Participation Party, Deadly Explosion in Iraqi Kurdistan - 2004-02-03
The article discusses the Sixth Congress of the Participation Party and its decision to abstain from the upcoming parliamentary elections, alongside the context of a…
Student March Against Disqualification of Candidates Banned on Wednesday
The Iranian authorities have banned a student march protesting the disqualification of reformist candidates. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions between reformist lawmakers and President…
Under the Microscope: The Resignation of 125 Members of Parliament and Its International Reflection - 2004-02-02
Around 125 members of the Iranian parliament have resigned, submitting their requests individually to the Speaker. This mass resignation has garnered attention in international media,…
Islamic Participation Front Boycotts Parliamentary Elections
The Islamic Participation Front has decided to boycott the upcoming parliamentary elections, citing concerns over fairness and the disqualification of their candidates. This decision comes…
French Weekly Reports on Sit-in of Iranian Parliament Representatives - 2004-02-01
Iranian parliament representatives are staging a sit-in, as reported by the French weekly 'Le Point'. This event highlights ongoing political tensions within Iran's legislative body.…