May 2004
Iran Volleyball Team Defeats Australia
The Iranian volleyball team defeated Australia in the Olympic qualifying tournament held in Tokyo, securing a victory in three sets. Despite the loss, Australia qualified…
Iran National Volleyball Team Defeated by France
The Iran national volleyball team lost to France in the Olympic qualifying tournament, marking their third defeat in five matches. The team, coached by South…
Ravi Shankar's Music Selected as Olympic Competition Music
Ravi Shankar's mystical music has been chosen for the Olympic competitions, featuring a 40-member orchestra with international artists. The sitar, played by one of Shankar's…
Mortar Shell Hits the Doors of Imam Ali's Shrine - 2004-05-25
A mortar shell hit the doors of Imam Ali's shrine in Najaf during renewed fighting between U.S. forces and militants loyal to Muqtada al-Sadr, resulting…
Murder of a German Man in Saudi Arabia - 2004-05-23
A German man was shot and killed in Saudi Arabia, raising concerns about security in the region. Authorities are investigating the nature of the attack,…
Iran National Volleyball Team Arrives in Tokyo
The Iran National Volleyball Team has arrived in Tokyo to compete in the Olympic qualifying matches for Athens 2004. They will face several teams, including…
Australia Opens Diplomatic Office in Libya - 2004-05-17
Australia is reopening its diplomatic office in Libya after 17 years, appointing a consul in Tripoli due to strong economic relations. This move marks a…
Agreement Between the U.S. and Australia to Ensure Security of Air Routes Between the Two Countries - 2004-05-08
The U.S. and Australia have agreed to place armed marshals on flights between the two countries to enhance security. This decision was made in response…
Expulsion of Foreign Employees from an Oil Company in Saudi Arabia - 2004-05-03
Five foreign employees of a Western oil company were killed in an armed attack in Saudi Arabia, leading to the expulsion of about one hundred…
Two Americans, Two Britons, and One Australian Killed in Saudi Arabia
Five Westerners, including two Americans, two Britons, and one Australian, were killed in a shooting in Saudi Arabia while working for ABB Lummus. The attack…
Several People, Including Two Americans, Killed in Shooting Inside a Business Organization in Saudi Arabia
In a shooting incident in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, several individuals, including two Americans, were killed by armed assailants. The U.S. Embassy confirmed the casualties, and…