February 2004
UN Spokesperson: Installation of Listening Devices Constitutes Violation of 3 International Treaties
The UN spokesperson condemned the alleged installation of listening devices by British intelligence in the UN Secretary-General's office, calling for an immediate halt to such…
Libya Once Again Accepts Responsibility for the Lockerbie Explosion - 2004-02-26
Libya has reaffirmed its acceptance of responsibility for the Lockerbie bombing while the Prime Minister claims that compensation to victims' families does not equate to…
Vladimir Putin Dismisses All Members of His Government
Vladimir Putin has dismissed all members of his government, including Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov, just weeks before the presidential elections. This move is aimed at…
ElBaradei: Libya Seeks Permission to Retain Part of Its Nuclear Equipment - 2004-02-24
Mohamed ElBaradei, head of the IAEA, announced that Libya has requested to retain part of its nuclear equipment for civilian purposes during his visit. This…
John Charles, Former Football Star, Passes Away
John Charles, a celebrated footballer known for his time with Leeds United and Juventus, has died at 72. His contributions to football and his legacy…
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…
Tony Blair to Compete for Third Term as Prime Minister - 2004-02-22
Tony Blair has declared his intention to run for a third term as Prime Minister of Britain, emphasizing that the decision of his re-election lies…
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…
United Nations Report on the Rise of AIDS Cases - 2004-02-17
The UN has reported a significant rise in HIV cases in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia and Ukraine, potentially reaching 1.8 million infected individuals. The…
British Airways Cancels Flights to the USA and Saudi Arabia
British Airways has canceled flights to the USA and Saudi Arabia due to security concerns following a government recommendation. This decision impacts travelers between London…
Tony Blair Plans to Meet with Muammar Gaddafi, Leader of Libya - 2004-02-10
Tony Blair, the British Prime Minister, is looking to meet with Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi for the first time in over 20 years. This meeting…
Michelle Wie, the 14-Year-Old Golf Prodigy
Michelle Wie, a 14-year-old golf prodigy from the U.S., has been selected for the Curtis Cup, becoming the youngest participant in its history. This event…
Prince Charles of Britain Meets Mohammad Khatami in Tehran - 2004-02-09
Prince Charles of Britain met with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami in Tehran before visiting the earthquake-affected region of Bam. This visit is significant as it…
Iran's Davis Cup Tennis Team Defeated by Lebanon
Iran's Davis Cup tennis team lost to Lebanon in a doubles match, which jeopardizes their standing in the competition. The defeat means they must now…
Human Traffickers Responsible for the Deaths of Nineteen Shellfish Fishermen in UK Coastal Waters
Nineteen shellfish fishermen died in northwest England due to rising waters, with human traffickers blamed for sending them to the dangerous area. At least fourteen…
Initiation of the Process of Disposing of Libya's Chemical Weapons Stockpile - 2004-02-06
The U.S. and U.K. officials met with Libyan representatives to enhance political relations, following Gaddafi's decision to end his WMD program, which may lead to…
David Beckham: I Want to Be the Best Player in the World - 2004-02-05
David Beckham expressed his desire to win the World Player of the Year award while playing for Real Madrid. He emphasized the importance of upcoming…
Tripartite Negotiations Between the US, UK, and Libya for Lifting Sanctions - 2004-02-04
The US, UK, and Libya are set to negotiate the possible lifting of sanctions against Libya due to its decision to dismantle weapons of mass…
Independent Investigations in Britain Regarding Iraq's Weapons Information - 2004-02-02
Tony Blair has committed to addressing opposition demands for an independent investigation into pre-war intelligence on Iraq's weapons. This follows a judicial inquiry that exonerated…
Super Bowl, the Biggest Sports Event in America - 2004-02-01
The Super Bowl, America's largest sports event, took place in Houston, Texas, featuring New England and Carolina as the finalist teams. New England won the…
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.…