January 2004
Destruction of Palestinian Bomber's House - 2004-01-31
Israeli forces destroyed the home of a Palestinian suicide bomber responsible for a deadly attack in Jerusalem. They also engaged in a separate incident involving…
Microsoft Offers $250,000 Reward for Information Leading to Arrest of My-Doom Virus Creator - 2004-01-30
Microsoft has offered a $250,000 reward for information on the My-Doom virus creator, which is causing significant internet disruption. This virus, spreading via email, is…
Israeli Soldiers Destroy Home of Palestinian Bomber - 2004-01-30
Israeli soldiers destroyed the home of a Palestinian suicide bomber in Bethlehem who had killed 10 and injured over 50 in a recent attack. In…
Designer of Deadly Bombings in Turkey in November Arrested
A key suspect in the November bombings in Turkey has been arrested. The individual is believed to have connections to al-Qaeda and led a Turkish…
Nigerian Police Arrest Iranian Man on Suspicion of Espionage - 2004-01-29
An Iranian man has been arrested in Nigeria on suspicion of espionage while photographing government buildings, including the Ministry of Defense and the British consulate.…
Man Arrested on Terrorism Training Charges in Yemen
Jabir al-Baneh, a suspect in a terrorism training case, has been arrested in Yemen. He is linked to a group of men from Lackawanna, New…
An Iraqi Security Officer Killed Near Kirkuk - 2004-01-29
An Iraqi security officer was killed and over 11 others injured in multiple explosions across Iraq, including an RPG attack near Kirkuk and a bomb…
A Suspected Terrorist Arrested Following Armed Clash in Riyadh - 2004-01-29
An armed clash in Riyadh led to the death of five security personnel and the arrest of a suspected terrorist. The incident occurred just before…
Over a Thousand Schools Closed in Southern Thailand
Over a thousand schools in southern Thailand have been closed due to escalating violence between Muslims and Buddhists, resulting in multiple deaths including that of…
Release of an Al-Qaeda Member from Malaysian Prison - 2004-01-27
Yazid Sufaat, a former army captain and alleged Al-Qaeda operative, is set to be released from Malaysian prison this week unless the Prime Minister intervenes.…
Indian Police: Terrorists from 'Lashkar-e-Taiba' Arrested
Indian police arrested three members of the terrorist group 'Lashkar-e-Taiba' who planned a large-scale attack in Delhi ahead of the Republic Day celebrations. This incident…
Israel and Hezbollah to Exchange Prisoners by Thursday - 2004-01-25
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a prisoner exchange involving the return of an Israeli businessman and the bodies of Israeli soldiers in exchange for…
Arrest of a Former Taliban Governor
Pakistani security forces arrested Maulvi Abdul Manan Khwajazi, a former Taliban governor, in Chaman. His arrest is significant as it reflects ongoing efforts to combat…
Political Arrests and Torture in Azerbaijan - 2004-01-23
Since Ilham Aliyev assumed power three months ago, Azerbaijan has seen a surge in political arrests and torture, with reports indicating nearly one thousand arrests…
Assistant to the Father of Pakistan's Atomic Bomb Arrested - 2004-01-19
Major Islam-ul-Haq, an assistant to Abdul Qadeer Khan, has been arrested as part of an investigation into the transfer of nuclear information to Iran. This…
Results of Pakistan's Investigation into Transfer of Nuclear Technology to Other Countries - 2004-01-19
The Pakistani government has concluded its investigation into allegations of nuclear technology transfer, finding no evidence of wrongdoing. This follows scrutiny from the International Atomic…
Red Cross Criticism of Indifference Towards Terrorism Suspects in Guantanamo - 2004-01-17
The Red Cross has criticized the U.S. for neglecting terrorism suspects at Guantanamo, highlighting their lack of legal representation after two years of detention. This…
President Bush Laid a Wreath at Martin Luther King’s Grave
President Bush laid a wreath at Martin Luther King's grave in Atlanta, coinciding with what could have been King's 75th birthday. This act was met…
Car Bomb Explosion in Baghoubah, Central Iraq - 2004-01-14
A car bomb exploded in Baghoubah, Iraq, killing two and injuring 29, with conflicting reports on the nature of the attack. Separately, U.S. forces engaged…
Two Members of Terrorist Group Arrested in Cairo - 2004-01-14
Two members of the Red Brigades, a notorious Italian terrorist group, were arrested in Cairo after nearly two decades on the run. Rita Algranati, convicted…
Saddam Hussein's Instructions to His Followers Before Losing Power - 2004-01-14
U.S. officials revealed that Saddam Hussein instructed his followers not to join foreign fighters against American troops, believing they were more interested in jihad than…
Arrest of a Sudanese Man at Heathrow Airport for Possession of Ammunition - 2004-01-14
A Sudanese man was arrested at Heathrow Airport for carrying ammunition while traveling to Dubai from Washington. This incident highlights heightened security measures at airports…
Meeting of the Prime Minister of Pakistan with the President of Afghanistan - 2004-01-13
The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Zafarullah Khan Jamali, met with Afghan President Hamid Karzai to discuss border security and counter-terrorism efforts. This meeting signifies a…
Arrest of Over 20 Suspects Linked to the Failed Assassination of Pervez Musharraf
A police officer and over 20 suspects have been arrested in Pakistan related to the failed assassination of President Pervez Musharraf. The arrests are linked…
Zimbabwe Police Arrests Journalist
Zimbabwe police arrested journalist Aiden Weteral and two others for allegedly insulting President Mugabe after they reported on his misuse of a passenger plane for…
Arrest of Eight Foreigners in Switzerland in Connection with Suicide Attacks in Riyadh
Swiss authorities arrested eight foreigners linked to suicide attacks in Riyadh targeting Western interests. The arrests occurred during police operations across five regions in Switzerland.…
Transfer of Injured from Kandahar Terrorist Explosion to Hospital at U.S. Military Base
A terrorist explosion in Kandahar injured 18 Afghans and killed at least 15, prompting their transfer to a U.S. military hospital. The Taliban has apologized…
Release of Over 500 Prisoners in Iraq - 2004-01-07
The U.S.-led authority in Iraq announced the release of over 500 prisoners, aiming to promote reconciliation. The first 100 will be released soon, but those…
Leader of Ansar al-Islam Detained in Norway Temporarily Released
Mullah Karkar, the leader of Ansar al-Islam, was temporarily released in Norway after being arrested in connection with a suicide attack in Iraq. The prosecution's…
French Police Arrest at Least 5 Suspected Militants
French police have arrested at least 5 suspected militants in Lyon as part of an investigation into links between extremist groups and Chechen separatists. The…
Release of an Islamic Militant Leader Ordered by a Court in Norway - 2004-01-05
A Norwegian court has ordered the release of Mullah Krekar, leader of the Islamic militant group Ansar al-Islam, but he will remain in detention pending…
Baghdad Protesters Call for Jihad Following U.S. Soldiers' Attack on Mosque - 2004-01-03
In Baghdad, hundreds protested against U.S. forces following an attack on a mosque, demanding jihad due to alleged desecration of the Quran. The U.S. military…
Norwegian Officials Arrest Leader of an Extremist Muslim Group in Iraq - 2004-01-03
Norwegian police arrested Mullah Krekar, a leader of the extremist group Ansar al-Islam, in connection with suicide attacks in northern Iraq. This arrest is significant…
One American Soldier Killed in Attack on Military Base in Central Iraq - 2004-01-03
An American soldier was killed and two injured in a mortar attack on a military base in Iraq. The incident coincided with protests in Baghdad…
Leader of the Islamic extremist group Ansar al-Islam to remain in custody until Monday - 2004-01-03
The leader of Ansar al-Islam, Mullah Kareh Kar, has been ordered to remain in custody by a Norwegian court due to alleged connections with a…
An American Soldier Dies in Helicopter Crash West of Baghdad - 2004-01-02
An American soldier was killed and another injured in a helicopter crash near Fallujah, with investigations underway. This incident follows a previous helicopter downing that…