February 2004
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…
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…
Zob Ahan Football Team Departing for Bahrain Tomorrow
The Zob Ahan football team is traveling to Bahrain for their second match in the Asian Club Championship after winning their first match against Pakhtakor.…
Zard Poshān Arrive in Kuwait
The Sepahan Isfahan football team has arrived in Kuwait for their AFC Champions League match against Al-Arabi. They are currently leading their group with 3…
Kyrgyz Military Court Sentences Two Uzbek Islamic Militants to Death
A military court in Kyrgyzstan has sentenced two Uzbek militants to death for their roles in bombings that killed eight people. They are associated with…
Iran Qualifies for Olympics, Saei Wins Gold and Zolghadr is Pardoned - 2004-02-15
Iranian taekwondo athlete Hadi Saei won a gold medal at the continental championships, securing his spot for the Athens Olympics. The Australian competitor withdrew from…
AFC Champions League: Zob Ahan Isfahan Defeats Pakhtakor Uzbekistan
Zob Ahan Isfahan defeated Pakhtakor Uzbekistan 1-0 in the AFC Champions League, securing three points. This victory coincided with the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution…
AFC Champions League: Sepahan's Dominance in First Step - 2004-02-10
Sepahan Steel of Isfahan achieved a convincing victory against Uzbekistan's Neftchi in the AFC Champions League, winning 4-0. Mahmoud Karimi and Seyed Salehi each scored…
Signing of Agreement Between Uzbekistan and the World Bank - 2004-02-06
Uzbekistan has signed an agreement with the World Bank to receive $75 million for an irrigation project aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and water quality…