July 2004
An Internet Site Has Released a Photo of a Bulgarian Hostage - 2004-07-28
An internet site linked to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi released a photo of a Bulgarian hostage, claiming his death serves as a warning to allies of…
Kenya Urges Its Citizens to Leave Iraq Immediately - 2004-07-22
Kenya has called for its citizens to leave Iraq due to rising violence and hostage situations involving foreign truck drivers. Militants have threatened to execute…
Philippine Government Succumbs to Kidnappers' Demands
The Philippine government has decided to withdraw its peacekeeping troops from Iraq to meet the demands of kidnappers holding a Filipino citizen hostage. This decision…
Philippine Hostage to Be Released Upon Departure of Last Filipino Soldier from Iraq - 2004-07-15
Iraqi insurgents announced they would release a Filipino hostage once the last Filipino soldier departs Iraq. This ultimatum highlights the ongoing tensions and threats faced…
Bulgaria Will Not Withdraw Its Soldiers from Iraq - 2004-07-14
Bulgaria has decided to keep its troops in Iraq despite threats from the Zarqawi group following the beheading of a Bulgarian citizen. The Philippine government…
Powerful Suicide Bombing Leaves 10 Dead in Baghdad
A powerful suicide bombing in Baghdad killed 10 and injured 40, occurring near the heavily fortified Green Zone. The attack coincided with a national holiday…
Philippine Government Will Not Withdraw Its Military Forces from Iraq for Now - 2004-07-11
The Philippine government has decided to keep its military forces in Iraq despite threats from insurgents holding a Filipino hostage. Approximately 50 soldiers will remain…
Iraqi Militants Deny Release of Filipino Hostage
Iraqi militants have refuted claims of a Filipino hostage's release and threatened execution if Philippine troops are not withdrawn by July 20. The Philippine government…
President Bush Expresses Support for Bulgarian Government Actions - 2004-07-11
President Bush expressed support for Bulgaria's actions regarding two Bulgarian hostages in Iraq. The hostages were kidnapped by militants linked to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, who…
A Filipino Official: The Release of a Truck Driver Abducted by Rebels is Imminent - 2004-07-10
A Filipino truck driver kidnapped by rebels is expected to be released soon, as the Philippine government faces demands to withdraw troops from Iraq. The…
Bulgaria and the Philippines Will Not Change Their Policies Regarding Iraq - 2004-07-10
Bulgaria and the Philippines refuse to alter their Iraq policies despite threats from kidnappers to execute hostages. Militants have issued demands for the release of…
Bulgaria and the Philippines Will Not Change Their Policy in Iraq
Bulgaria and the Philippines refuse to alter their Iraq policies despite threats from militants who have kidnapped their citizens. The militants demand the release of…
Threat by Abu Musab al-Zarqawi's Militants to Execute Two Bulgarian Hostages in Iraq - 2004-07-09
Militants linked to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi threatened to execute two Bulgarian hostages unless the U.S. military releases all Iraqi prisoners. This group has a history…
Olympic Torch Arrives in Sofia, Capital of Bulgaria
The Olympic torch has reached Sofia, Bulgaria, as part of its global relay to Athens for the upcoming Olympic Games. Notable figures, including Olympic athletes…
Olympic Torch Arrives at Istanbul Port in Turkey - 2004-07-07
The Olympic torch has reached Istanbul as part of its journey to Athens for the 2004 Summer Olympics. Istanbul is a candidate city for the…