Securities and Exchange Commission
February 2004
More than 6,000 International Peacekeepers to be Sent to Ivory Coast
The UN Security Council has authorized the deployment of over 6,000 international peacekeepers to Ivory Coast, including existing West African troops. This move, supported by…
Security Forces in Egypt Attack City in the South of the Country
Security forces in Egypt launched an attack on the city of Nakhila, where armed groups have taken hostages. The situation is tense, with conflicting reports…
Drafting of Iraq's Temporary Constitution Will Not Be Completed by Saturday Deadline
The Iraqi Governing Council is struggling to finalize the temporary constitution by the upcoming Saturday deadline due to unresolved disagreements on key issues such as…
Clashes Between Israeli Forces and Palestinian Protesters Outside Al-Aqsa Mosque - 2004-02-27
Israeli security forces engaged in clashes with Palestinian protesters outside the Al-Aqsa Mosque after stones were thrown during prayers. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in…
New Regulations for American Travelers to Cuba - 2004-02-27
President Bush has implemented stricter regulations for American travelers to Cuba, allowing the Department of Homeland Security to block unauthorized vessels. This move is aimed…
Colin Powell Questions the Continuation of Haiti's President
Colin Powell has raised doubts about Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide's ability to lead effectively amid ongoing crises. Aristide insists he will not resign and plans…
Mikhail Saakashvili: Russia Must End Its Harmful Policies in the Abkhazia Region
Mikhail Saakashvili, the President of Georgia, called on Russia to cease its support for the separatist region of Abkhazia during a speech at the UN…
Colin Powell: The Completion Stage of Iraq's Temporary Constitution is Very Close - 2004-02-27
Colin Powell announced that the U.S.-led coalition and the Iraqi Transitional Governing Council are nearing completion of Iraq's temporary constitution. The completion deadline is set…
Nazi Baghlari Report: UN Special Envoy Visits Iraq to Review Reconstruction Program - 2004-02-27
The UN Secretary-General's special envoy is in Iraq to assess the reconstruction program, coinciding with the World Bank's announcement of its potential support for the…
North Korea Accuses the U.S. of Hindering Progress in Negotiations
North Korea has accused the U.S. of blocking progress in nuclear negotiations, urging an end to its hostile policies. The U.S. insists on a complete…
Iraq's Shia Leader Seeks UN Guarantees for Elections
Grand Ayatollah Ali Sistani, the leader of Iraq's Shia community, is calling for international guarantees from the UN to ensure that elections for an independent…
The Security Council Holds a Meeting to Address the Situation in Haiti - 2004-02-26
The UN Security Council is convening to discuss the worsening situation in Haiti, where rebel groups have gained control over the north and are demanding…
69 People Prosecuted in Turkey for Involvement in 4 Deadly Explosions
In Turkey, 69 individuals are being prosecuted for their involvement in four deadly explosions that killed over 60 people in November. The attacks targeted Jewish…
The U.S. Has No Plans to Establish Permanent Military Bases in Central Asia - 2004-02-25
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld announced that the U.S. does not plan to create permanent military bases in Central Asia but is considering temporary…
The Persian Section of Voice of America Celebrates Three Years Online
The Persian section of Voice of America marks its third anniversary, reflecting on its challenges and achievements in providing news to Iranians amidst censorship. The…
U.S. Defense Secretary's Visit to Uzbekistan - 2004-02-24
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is visiting Uzbekistan to discuss regional security and human rights issues with President Islam Karimov. This visit comes shortly after…
Life and Progress in America: Mardi Gras - Louisiana Spirit Exhibition - 2004-02-23
The article discusses the Mardi Gras tradition and the cultural spirit of Louisiana as reported by the Persian section of Voice of America. It highlights…
British Security Agency to Hire at Least 1,000 New Employees
The British security agency MI5 plans to hire at least 1,000 new staff to enhance its counter-terrorism efforts, raising its workforce to unprecedented levels since…
Sunday Night Phone Program, February 22: Conversation with Hassan Masali and Morteza Anvari - 2004-02-22
The Sunday night phone program featured a discussion with Iranian political analysts Hassan Masali and Morteza Anvari. They addressed listener questions regarding Iranian political issues,…
Israel to Demolish Part of Security Wall in Coming Days - 2004-02-21
Israel plans to demolish a section of the security wall in the West Bank ahead of a court hearing regarding its legality. Israeli officials justify…
Muslim Militants in Pakistan Set Another Girls' School on Fire - 2004-02-20
In northern Pakistan, suspected Muslim militants have burned down another girls' school, marking the eighth such incident in under a week. Local authorities report no…
The U.S. Remains Determined to Transfer Power in Iraq by the Scheduled Date - 2004-02-18
The U.S. is committed to transferring power in Iraq by June 30, despite challenges from the Iraqi Governing Council regarding the selection process for a…
A terrorist was responsible for the explosion in the Moscow subway system - 2004-02-17
A terrorist attack occurred in the Moscow subway, resulting in 40 deaths and over 100 injuries. The Russian government blames Chechen separatists, who deny involvement.…
Jordan's Military Prosecutor Accuses 4 Men of Conspiracy to Attack U.S. Targets
Four men have been accused in Jordan of plotting to attack U.S. targets, including a Ministry of Finance employee who is currently at large. This…
Donald Rumsfeld: The U.S. Has the Right to Detain Suspected Terrorists Without Trial
Donald Rumsfeld asserted the U.S. right to detain suspected terrorists without trial, suggesting indefinite imprisonment. He announced a commission to review Guantanamo detainees' cases, amid…
A Former Separatist Leader of Chechnya Killed in a Bomb Explosion in Qatar - 2004-02-13
Salim Khan Yandarbiyev, a former separatist leader of Chechnya, was killed in a bomb explosion in Qatar, with his son critically injured. The attack raises…
Al-Qaeda in Iraq
Coalition forces captured a messenger with a letter from al-Qaeda leader Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, detailing plans to incite sectarian violence in Iraq. The letter acknowledges…
France Aims to Strengthen Its Military Role in Afghanistan - 2004-02-12
France plans to enhance its military presence in Afghanistan and increase financial support following discussions between Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin and Afghan leader Hamid…
Israeli Security Forces on Full Alert
Israeli security forces are on high alert following threats from Hamas to retaliate for the deaths of 15 Palestinians in Gaza. The situation escalates tensions…
Meeting of Security Officials and Experts from 16 Asian Countries in Almaty - 2004-02-11
Security officials and experts from 16 Asian countries convened in Almaty to establish a legal framework for a regional security organization. The discussions will focus…
Hundreds of Palestinians Protest Trial of 4 Palestinian Men in Gaza - 2004-02-10
Hundreds of Palestinians in Gaza protested the trial of four men accused of involvement in a deadly explosion targeting a U.S. diplomatic convoy. The protestors,…
Powell: Pakistan is Determined to End the Nuclear Technology Sales Network
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell announced that Pakistan is committed to dismantling a network selling its nuclear technology, led by scientist Abdul Qadeer Khan.…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: Focus Interview with the Spokesperson of the German Prosecutor's Office - 2004-02-08
The article highlights an interview conducted by the German weekly 'Focus' with the spokesperson of the German Prosecutor's Office. This interview is reported by Nasrin…
Musharraf's Phone Conversation with Colin Powell - 2004-02-08
Pervez Musharraf assured Colin Powell that Pakistan would prevent the leakage of nuclear technology information. This conversation follows Musharraf's recent pardon of Abdul Qadeer Khan,…
U.S.-Russia Relations
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell discussed U.S.-Russia cooperation with Russian officials, emphasizing strategic partnerships and concerns over democracy and human rights in Russia. The…
Issues with Broadcasting Voice of America Programs on the Persian Section Website - 2004-02-08
Voice of America has acknowledged issues with the repetitiveness and outdated content of its programs on the Persian section website. The organization is working to…
Request for Investigation into Sale of Nuclear Secrets by Khan - 2004-02-07
Opposition parties in Pakistan are demanding an investigation into Abdul Qadeer Khan's sale of nuclear secrets to Iran, Libya, and North Korea. President Musharraf recently…
President Bush Appoints Commission to Investigate Pre-War Intelligence - 2004-02-06
President Bush has established a commission to investigate the intelligence reports leading to the Iraq war and their discrepancies. The commission will also review issues…
Approximately 500 Canadian Soldiers Will Remain in Kabul - 2004-02-05
Canadian officials announced that around 500 soldiers will stay in Kabul following the withdrawal of a larger military unit. The exact roles of these soldiers…
German Court Acquits Abdul Ghani Mzoudi
A German court acquitted Abdul Ghani Mzoudi of aiding the September 11 terrorists after a lengthy trial. The decision followed a request for a delay…
Report from Shahid: Reflection of the News on the Resignation of Iranian Parliament Members in France - 2004-02-03
The article highlights the recent developments concerning the resignation of Iranian parliament members, as reported by a correspondent in France. This situation is significant as…
Possible Use of Passenger Jets by Al-Qaeda as Flying Bombs - 2004-02-01
U.S. officials reported potential threats from Al-Qaeda using passenger jets as bombs, leading British Airways and Air France to cancel multiple flights to the U.S.…
UN Resolution on Imposing Further Sanctions Against Taliban and Al-Qaeda - 2004-02-01
The UN Security Council has approved a resolution to increase sanctions against the Taliban and Al-Qaeda. This decision involves international efforts to combat terrorism and…