February 2004
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…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: German Chancellor's Visit to Turkey - 2004-02-23
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder has started an official visit to Turkey to discuss reforms with Turkish leaders. This visit highlights Germany's interest in Turkey's political…
Turkish Court Refuses to Release 4 Former Legislators
A Turkish court denied the release of four former legislators linked to separatist rebels for the eleventh time. They were originally sentenced in 1994, and…
Meeting between Ahmed Maher and Kamal Kharrazi on the sidelines of the Tehran Economic Conference - 2004-02-18
Ahmed Maher and Kamal Kharrazi met to discuss restoring diplomatic relations between Egypt and Iran, which were cut off 25 years ago. This meeting occurred…
UN Envoy: Unity and Reunification of Cyprus is Imminent - 2004-02-18
The UN envoy believes that an agreement for the reunification of Cyprus between Greek and Turkish leaders is imminent. Alvaro de Soto is set to…
An Iranian Disabled Person Enters India to Travel Around the World in a Wheelchair
Kiumars Alimardani, a 33-year-old Iranian man with a disability, has entered India as part of his two-and-a-half-year journey around the world in a wheelchair. His…
Harun Dogan Joins Turkish National Team at Takhti Cup
Harun Dogan is joining the Turkish national wrestling team for the Takhti Cup in Iran, which has attracted teams from various countries. This event highlights…
Amnesty International's Request for Turkey to Implement Democratic Reforms - 2004-02-12
Amnesty International urged Turkey to implement democratic reforms after a meeting between Irene Khan and Prime Minister Erdoğan. While acknowledging some progress in human rights,…
Turkey Will Participate in Stabilizing Iraq - 2004-02-09
Turkey's Foreign Minister Abdullah Gul announced that Turkey will engage in stabilizing Iraq, contingent on NATO's involvement. This statement came after talks with Poland's Foreign…
Rescue of 16-Year-Old Boy After Six Days Under Rubble in Turkey - 2004-02-08
A 16-year-old boy was rescued after being trapped for six days under the rubble of a collapsed building in Konya, Turkey. The incident, which occurred…
Azerbaijan's President Calls for Demilitarization of the Caspian Sea
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has called for the demilitarization of the Caspian Sea during his visit to Moscow, emphasizing cooperation with Russia on resource utilization.…
Over 750 People Injured in Turkey During Eid al-Adha Celebrations
During Eid al-Adha celebrations in Turkey, over 750 people were injured while performing animal sacrifices. The Turkish government has recommended that butchers handle the sacrifices…