January 2004
Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia Calls on Muslims to Reject Violence and Terrorism
The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Abdulaziz Al Sheikh, called on Muslims participating in the Hajj to denounce violence and terrorism. This statement comes amid…
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…
Colin Powell: Islamic Schools Should Avoid Promoting and Teaching 'Hatred'
Colin Powell urged Islamic schools to broaden their curricula and avoid teaching hatred, emphasizing the need for education relevant to the 21st century. He communicated…
Saudi Arabia Suppresses Groups Sending Money to Chechen Separatists - 2004-01-19
Ahmad Kadyrov, the leader of Chechnya, reported that Saudi Arabia is cracking down on groups that financially support Chechen separatists. This action follows a meeting…
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.…
Saudi Government Prepares to Host Pilgrims to Mecca - 2004-01-09
The Saudi government is gearing up to welcome more than 3 million pilgrims to Mecca. This preparation is significant as it reflects Saudi Arabia's ongoing…