February 2004
Vladimir Putin: Military Action Against Iraq Was a Mistake - 2004-02-27
Vladimir Putin criticized the military intervention in Iraq, calling it a mistake due to the resulting instability that has allowed for the rise of terrorism.…
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…
Plans to Equip Russia with the Latest Types of Weaponry - 2004-02-18
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced plans to modernize the military with new weaponry, including a missile defense system, while assuring that these developments are…
The Hidden Secret, Fereydoun Hoveyda, Translated by Amir Azar - 2004-02-17
The article questions how a corrupt group of clerics has maintained control over Iran for 25 years post-Khomeini, despite numerous crises. It suggests that external…
A terrorist was responsible for the explosion in the Moscow subway system - 2004-02-17
A terrorist attack occurred in the Moscow subway, resulting in 40 deaths and over 100 injuries. The Russian government blames Chechen separatists, who deny involvement.…
Putin: Moscow is Willing to Compromise on All Disputed Issues with Georgia - 2004-02-11
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed Moscow's willingness to compromise on disputes with Georgia during a meeting with President Mikhail Saakashvili. Saakashvili, visiting Moscow for the…
Putin: Moscow and the U.S. Must Intensify Their Efforts in the War Against Terrorism
Vladimir Putin urges the U.S. to enhance anti-terrorism collaboration in a letter to President George W. Bush, expressing gratitude for support following a recent terrorist…
Two-Day Visit of the President of Georgia to Russia - 2004-02-11
Mikheil Saakashvili, the President of Georgia, is visiting Russia to discuss improving bilateral relations while insisting on the closure of Soviet-era military bases in Georgia.…
Russian Defense Minister: Subway Bomb Explosion in Moscow Linked to Elections
A bomb explosion in the Moscow subway is believed to be politically motivated and linked to the upcoming presidential elections in March. Russian officials are…
Governments Worldwide Condemn Bomb Explosion in Moscow Subway - 2004-02-07
A bomb explosion in the Moscow subway killed at least 39 people and injured over 130. President Bush and Russian President Putin condemned the attack…
Explosion on Moscow Metro Line Kills 39 People
A terrorist explosion on the Moscow Metro killed 39 people and injured over 120. Eyewitnesses reported a massive fire following the blast. The incident raises…
Azerbaijan President's Visit to Moscow - 2004-02-05
The President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, is visiting Moscow to address the ongoing conflict with Armenia over Nagorno-Karabakh. This marks his first official visit to…