February 2004
British Foreign Secretary to Visit Pakistan on Wednesday
Jack Straw, the British Foreign Secretary, is set to visit Pakistan for two days to discuss various issues including bilateral relations and the war against…
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…
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 US and Europe Criticize Iran's Election Process - 2004-02-24
The US and EU criticized Iran's recent parliamentary elections due to the exclusion of reformist candidates, which allowed conservatives to dominate. Richard Boucher from the…
Participation of Iraqi Athletes in the Athens Olympics
Iraqi athletes are set to participate in the Athens Olympics despite the Iraqi National Olympic Committee being suspended. The event will feature 13 to 19…
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…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Interview with Engineer Mahdavi, Head of the 'Live and Let Live' Association - 2004-02-20
The 'Live and Let Live' Association is urging Iranians in Germany to protest Prince Charles's upcoming visit to Iran in front of the British Consulate.…
Updates from Roshangari Website - 2004-02-18
The article provides updates from the Roshangari website, featuring various articles discussing topics such as religion, political leadership, and economic freedom in Iran. Key contributors…
British Embassy in Syria Closed
The British Embassy in Syria has been closed since February 10 due to security concerns. This closure coincides with warnings from the British government about…
Pakistan Will Not Allow International Inspectors to Inspect Its Nuclear Weapons - 2004-02-18
Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf announced that the country will not permit international inspections of its nuclear arsenal, asserting that Pakistan has nothing to hide. This…
Terry Waite, Former Hostage, Returns to Beirut - 2004-02-18
Terry Waite, who was held hostage for five years by an Islamic militant group, has returned to Beirut to lead a human rights initiative. He…
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…
Under the Microscope: The Reflection of Prince Charles' Visit to Iran, Division Among Government Reformists - 2004-02-10
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the implications of Prince Charles' visit to Iran and highlights the divisions among reformist groups regarding their stance on upcoming…
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…
Under the Microscope: Prince Charles's Visit to Iran and Student Protests - 2004-02-09
Prince Charles visited Iran amid significant student protests at major universities. Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh discusses the implications of the visit and the protests. This situation…
Visit of the British Crown Prince to the Earthquake-Stricken City of Bam
Prince Charles of Britain has arrived in Iran to visit Bam, a city devastated by a recent earthquake that killed at least 40,000 people. His…
The British Crown Prince's Visit to Iraq and Iran - 2004-02-09
Prince Charles visited British troops in Iraq before arriving in Tehran. This visit highlights the UK's engagement in the region and its diplomatic efforts with…
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…
Former UN Weapons Expert Accuses Tony Blair of Exaggerating Iraq Threat
Hans Blix, a former UN weapons inspector, accused Tony Blair of exaggerating the threat from Iraq to justify the war. He highlighted the lack of…
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…
Pervez Musharraf Pardons Abdul Qadeer Khan, Known as the Father of the Country's Nuclear Program
Pervez Musharraf has pardoned Abdul Qadeer Khan, who admitted to leaking nuclear technology to several countries. This decision follows Khan's confessions on state television, where…
Protesters Disrupt Tony Blair's Speech in British Parliament - 2004-02-04
Protesters interrupted Prime Minister Tony Blair during a parliamentary discussion about the Hutton report, which cleared the government of exaggerating Iraq's weapons threat. The incident…
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.…