January 2004
Collaboration of Two Prominent Pakistani Nuclear Scientists in Transferring Nuclear Technology to Iran and Libya - 2004-01-28
Two prominent Pakistani nuclear scientists, Abdul Qadeer Khan and Muhammad Farooq, are implicated in transferring nuclear technology to Iran and Libya via a black market…
One-Day Conference of Asian Countries to Combat Avian Influenza - 2004-01-28
Asian countries convened a one-day conference to address the avian influenza outbreak affecting at least nine countries and Taiwan. They agreed to enhance surveillance and…
Request for Help from Iranian Refugees Facing Deportation by the Turkish Government - 2004-01-27
Iranian refugees in Turkey are appealing for help as they face deportation after their asylum claims were rejected. They have been in limbo for years,…
Women of Bam at Risk of Infectious Diseases
The UNFPA has identified that women in Bam are at significant risk of infectious diseases following the earthquake. They are seeking $710,000 to improve health…
A Canadian Peacekeeper Killed in a Suicide Attack Near Kabul - 2004-01-27
A suicide attack near Kabul resulted in the death of a Canadian peacekeeper and injuries to at least three others, along with harm to several…
Kofi Annan to Send Delegation to Iraq
Kofi Annan announced plans to send a UN delegation to Iraq to explore options for establishing a transitional government. This comes amid opposition from Iraqi…
An Iraqi man killed in a bomb explosion in western Baghdad - 2004-01-26
An Iraqi man was killed in a roadside bomb explosion in Ramadi, shortly after four police officers were killed in the same area. Kofi Annan…
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…
Life and Progress in America: Interview with Mr. Mehdi Fakharzadeh - 2004-01-21
An interview with Mr. Mehdi Fakharzadeh discusses the efforts to help the earthquake victims in Bam, Iran. The program is part of a series by…
The President of Russia Calls for Broader Cooperation with the World Bank
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for increased cooperation with the World Bank, emphasizing Russia's potential role in global finance and poverty alleviation. He also…
Meeting of the UN Secretary-General with the American Director of Iraq - 2004-01-19
UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan met with officials from the Iraqi Governing Council and the US-led coalition to discuss the UN's role in Iraq's power transfer.…
Assistant to the Father of Pakistan's Atomic Bomb Arrested - 2004-01-19
Major Islam-ul-Haq, an assistant to Abdul Qadeer Khan, has been arrested as part of an investigation into the transfer of nuclear information to Iran. This…
Paul Bremer: The U.S. Will Not Change the Date for Transferring Power to the Iraqi Government
Paul Bremer announced that the U.S. will stick to the July 1 deadline for transferring power to Iraq despite opposition from Shiite leader Ayatollah Ali…
Thousands Protest in Iraq for Direct Elections - 2004-01-15
Thousands of protesters in Basra, Iraq, rallied for direct elections led by Shia leader Ayatollah Ali Sistani, opposing a U.S.-backed transitional government plan. U.S. officials…
Deputy of the Islamic Party of Tajikistan Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison
Shamsuddin Shamsuddinov, deputy of the Islamic Party of Tajikistan, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for organizing an armed gang and other charges.…
A U.S. Army Helicopter Crashed West of Baghdad - 2004-01-13
A U.S. Army helicopter crashed near Habaniyah, but the crew survived. The incident highlights ongoing insurgent attacks in the region. Additionally, the U.S. is revising…
Dozens of Members of the Iranian Government Threaten to Resign
Dozens of Iranian government officials, including ministers and advisors, have threatened to resign over the disqualification of reformist candidates from parliamentary elections. The Vice President…
Visit of Two Members of an Unofficial U.S. Delegation to a Nuclear Power Plant in North Korea - 2004-01-12
Two members of an unofficial U.S. delegation visited a nuclear power plant in North Korea and informed South Korean officials about their trip. They did…
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…
Sharon: We are ready to negotiate with Syria if Damascus stops supporting terrorism - 2004-01-12
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon expressed willingness to negotiate peace with Syria if it stops supporting terrorism, particularly Hezbollah. This statement comes amid past failed…
Influential Religious Leader of Iraqi Shiites Rejects U.S. Plan for a Non-Elected Transitional Government - 2004-01-11
Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, a key Shiite religious leader in Iraq, rejected the U.S. proposal for a non-elected transitional government. This decision follows a visit by…
Report by Shahid: Interview with Mr. Sami about the Current Situation and Future of the People's Mojahedin Organization - 2004-01-11
In an interview, Mr. Sami discusses the current status and future prospects of the People's Mojahedin Organization. This conversation is significant as it reflects the…
Flood in Southern Iran - January 10, 2004
A flood in southern Iran has resulted in at least one death, with a 16-year-old boy's body recovered from the waters. Local officials are seeking…
Kofi Annan's Warning About Violence in Afghanistan - 2004-01-07
Kofi Annan has issued a warning regarding the escalating violence in Afghanistan, which threatens the upcoming parliamentary elections. He emphasized the critical state of the…
Iranian Artists Visiting Bam: No One Cares About the Earthquake Victims
A group of Iranian artists visiting Bam after a devastating earthquake express their concern over the inadequate assistance provided to the victims. They highlight the…
Rescue and Relief Operations in Bam Should Not Have Been Handed Over to the Military
Dr. Nourbala, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent, criticized the decision to hand over rescue operations in Bam to the military, arguing it undermined…
Rally of Supporters of the National Council of Resistance (MEK) in Front of the American Embassy in Berlin - 2004-01-03
Supporters of the National Council of Resistance (MEK) gathered in front of the American Embassy in Berlin to express their views. This event highlights the…
Dubai Report: Despite the Overflow of Aid to the People of Bam, Some Still Sleep in the Cold - 2004-01-02
A report from Dubai reveals that despite significant aid flowing into Bam, Iran, some residents are still sleeping in the cold. This situation underscores the…
Rescue Efforts to Save People in Bam from Death Due to Cold and Hunger
Following a devastating earthquake in Bam, Iran, rescue workers are working to prevent deaths from cold and hunger. The Iranian Red Crescent is distributing essential…
President Bush is pleased that Iran allowed U.S. aid to be sent to Bam - 2004-01-02
President Bush expressed satisfaction that Iran permitted the delivery of U.S. aid to earthquake victims in Bam. The U.S. has temporarily lifted some sanctions to…
Do Dictators Even Care About Human Lives? - Pouya Arjomand
The article questions whether dictators value human lives, particularly in the context of Iran's vulnerability to earthquakes. It argues that the government prioritizes censorship and…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Conversation with Three Iranians Residing in Germany About Aid for the Earthquake Victims of Bam - 2004-01-01
Nasrin Mahdavi speaks with three Iranians in Germany about their efforts to help the victims of the Bam earthquake. This conversation highlights the diaspora's involvement…