Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
July 2004
Sudan Will Resist Foreign Forces
Sudan's Foreign Minister has declared that the country will resist any foreign intervention in Darfur aimed at ending violence. This statement comes amid discussions by…
Egypt Requests More Time from the U.S. for the Sudanese Government
Egypt has asked the U.S. to grant the Sudanese government more time to disarm Arab militias in Darfur. This request comes amid concerns from the…
UN: Ongoing Flood in Bangladesh Could Lead to Major Humanitarian Crisis - 2004-07-27
The UN has issued a warning about the severe flooding in Bangladesh, which could lead to a significant humanitarian crisis. The World Food Programme is…
Pakistani Security Officials Release Three Accused of Nuclear Technology Transfer
Pakistani security officials have released three men linked to the transfer of nuclear technology to Iran, Libya, and North Korea after more than six months…
Hashemi Rafsanjani: Many Individuals Enter the Country Illegally or with Fake Documents
Ali Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani criticized the U.S. commission investigating the September 11 attacks for lacking evidence against Iran. He argued that many individuals enter Iran…
Cuba Denies Exit to 1,350 Individuals, Mostly Medical Personnel - 2004-07-22
Cuba is refusing to let 1,350 individuals, primarily medical workers, leave the country. This statement comes from a U.S. diplomat following the announcement that the…
Iraq's Interior Ministry Denies Report of Nuclear Warhead Found Near Tikrit
The Iraqi Interior Ministry has rejected a local newspaper's claim about the discovery of nuclear warheads near Tikrit. A senior U.S. military official confirmed that…
Bush: We are investigating Iran's role in the September 11 terrorist attacks
President Bush announced ongoing investigations into Iran's potential involvement in the September 11 attacks, despite CIA claims of no direct role. He accused Iran of…
Chelsea Football Club to Pay Approximately $45 Million for Didier Drogba - 2004-07-20
Chelsea FC is set to acquire Didier Drogba from Olympique Marseille for approximately $45 million. Drogba, a key player last season, scored multiple goals in…
Iraq's Interim Prime Minister Rejects Abu Musab al-Zarqawi's Threats - 2004-07-20
Iraq's interim Prime Minister Iyad Allawi dismissed threats from Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, labeling him a mentally ill outcast. Allawi asserted his readiness to sacrifice for…
President Bush Accuses the Islamic Republic of Harboring Al-Qaeda Leaders - 2004-07-19
President Bush accused the Islamic Republic of Iran of harboring Al-Qaeda leaders and pursuing nuclear weapons while stating that investigations into Iran's potential involvement in…
Palestinian Officials Respond to Criticism from UN Envoy
Palestinian officials, led by Nasser al-Qudwa, responded to criticism from UN envoy Terje Roed-Larsen, stating that no decision has been made to bar his entry…
NATO Committed to Assisting Iraqi Security Forces
Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari has called on NATO to expedite training for Iraqi security forces due to urgent border control issues. NATO's Secretary General…
US Athletics Federation: World Women's 100m Champion's Doping Test Result is Positive - 2004-07-15
Tori Edwards, the world champion in women's 100 meters, tested positive for doping according to the US Athletics Federation. A decision on her participation in…
UN Envoy Criticizes Palestinian Leaders for Lack of Security Reforms - 2004-07-14
The UN envoy Terje Roed-Larsen criticized Palestinian leaders for failing to implement necessary security reforms, highlighting the worsening law and order situation. He noted that…
El Salvador to Deploy More Troops to Iraq
El Salvador's President Elias Antonio Saca announced the deployment of additional troops to Iraq to aid in reconstruction efforts. This decision follows previous troop deployments…
Manila Officials: We Will Withdraw Philippine Troops from Iraq as Soon as Possible
Philippine officials announced plans to withdraw troops from Iraq to save a hostage's life, following a deadline set by militants. President Arroyo previously rejected the…
First Lady of Mexico Will Not Run for Presidential Election
Marta Sahagun, the First Lady of Mexico, has declared she will not run for the presidency, ending speculation about her ambitions. Despite this, she believes…
Participants at AIDS Conference in Thailand Reject U.S. Argument
At the AIDS conference in Thailand, participants rejected the U.S. stance that abstinence is the best prevention method for AIDS. They emphasized the importance of…
President Bush Defends His Policies - 2004-07-13
President Bush defended his policies on terrorism and the Iraq war during a speech in Tennessee, asserting their justification. Meanwhile, a new poll shows a…
Colin Powell: African Governments Must Take Responsibility for Their People's Welfare - 2004-07-09
Colin Powell emphasized the need for African governments to take responsibility for their citizens' welfare while acknowledging U.S. support in various sectors. He highlighted the…
U.S. Secretary of State's Warning to the Sudanese Government - 2004-07-09
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell warned Sudan to stop human rights abuses in Darfur or face serious consequences. The UN is discussing a resolution…
Dan O’Brien, Former Olympic Champion, Announces Retirement
Dan O’Brien, a former Olympic decathlon champion, has announced his retirement due to injuries and will not compete in the upcoming U.S. Olympic trials. This…
Tamil Tigers Deny Involvement in Suicide Bombing in Sri Lanka
The Tamil Tigers have denied involvement in a suicide bombing at a police station in Colombo, which resulted in multiple casualties. President Kumaratunga is investigating…
Approval of New Security Law in Iraq - 2004-07-07
The interim Iraqi government has enacted a new security law to enhance its powers against insurgents, acknowledging potential reductions in freedoms but emphasizing human rights…
Pakistan Denies India's Recent Claim
Pakistan has rejected India's assertion that it has agreed to a wall's construction along the Kashmir Line of Control. This dispute highlights ongoing tensions between…
Pervez Musharraf: A New Iron Curtain is Emerging Between the West and the Islamic World
Pervez Musharraf, the President of Pakistan, warns of a new division between the West and the Islamic world, attributing it to political injustice and extremism.…
King Abdullah: Jordan Ready to Send Troops to Iraq
King Abdullah of Jordan expressed readiness to deploy troops to Iraq if requested by the interim government. He highlighted the importance of communication with Iraqi…
The View from Washington: Expulsion of Two Iranian Security Guards from the U.N. Mission in the U.S.
The U.S. has expelled two Iranian security guards from the U.N. mission for allegedly photographing sensitive locations in New York, marking the third such expulsion…