March 2004
Investigation into Moroccan Islamic Fighters Group Regarding Madrid Bombing - 2004-03-30
Spanish authorities are investigating a Moroccan Islamic group linked to the March 11 Madrid train bombings that killed 191 people. Arrests have been made, including…
The White House Takes an Aggressive Stance Against Richard Clarke - 2004-03-27
The White House is aggressively countering claims made by Richard Clarke, a former counter-terrorism advisor, who stated that President Bush did not prioritize terrorism before…
A French Lawyer Has Been Asked to Represent Saddam Hussein
A French lawyer, Jacques Vergès, has been asked to represent Saddam Hussein in a war crimes tribunal. This request comes from Saddam's nephew as Saddam…
Possibility of Peyman Piran's 10-Year Imprisonment
Peyman Piran faces a potential 10-year prison sentence amid increasing repression of political activists in Iran. He has been detained since March 2004 on multiple…
With the death of a woman from Peru, the death toll from the Madrid bombings reaches 202
A 22-year-old woman from Peru has died, raising the death toll from the Madrid bombings to 202. Spanish authorities have arrested new suspects while addressing…
Payment of $300 Million to Halliburton Suspended
The U.S. Department of Defense has suspended a $300 million payment to Halliburton due to potential overcharging for supplies to soldiers in Iraq. Halliburton is…
Memorial Ceremony for Over 200 Victims of Madrid Bombings - 2004-03-16
A memorial was held in Madrid for over 200 victims of recent bombings, with the death toll now at 201. Spanish authorities have arrested suspects…
South Korean President Impeached for Violating Parliamentary Laws - 2004-03-12
South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun has been impeached by the parliament for violating parliamentary laws, leading to his suspension. The opposition-controlled parliament voted overwhelmingly for…
Turkish Police: Attackers on Freemason Center in Istanbul Were Turkish Citizens - 2004-03-12
Two Turkish citizens carried out a suicide attack on a Freemason center in Istanbul after being trained in Afghanistan and planning to go to Chechnya.…
Investigation into Iraq Contracts by Halliburton - 2004-03-12
Pentagon auditors are investigating Halliburton for misconduct related to billions in Iraq contracts, including overcharging for food services and oil transportation. Dick Cheney's past leadership…
Two Retired Generals of the Croatian Army Surrender to the United Nations Court in The Hague
Two retired Croatian generals have surrendered to the UN court in The Hague over war crime allegations related to a military operation in 1995 that…
An American Citizen Arrested on Charges of Spying for Iraq - 2004-03-11
Susan Lindauer, a 41-year-old American citizen, has been arrested for allegedly spying for Iraq and engaging in illegal financial dealings with Saddam Hussein's government. This…
British Suspects Released After Proving Their Innocence - 2004-03-11
Four British suspects were released by police after being interrogated, following their return from Guantanamo Bay. A fifth suspect was released a day earlier, with…
Greg Rusedski Acquitted of Doping Charges
Greg Rusedski has been acquitted of doping charges related to a positive test for nandrolone, allowing him to continue competing in tennis. The decision was…
Four British Detainees in Guantanamo are Terrorists and Killers - 2004-03-09
Four British detainees in Guantanamo Bay are accused of being trained by Al-Qaeda and are alleged bomb-making experts. U.S. officials and British Prime Minister Tony…
War Crimes Court Against Former President of Liberia
The United Nations is investigating former Liberian President Charles Taylor for war crimes related to the Sierra Leone civil war. He is accused of supporting…
Nine-Day Visit of the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security to Southeast Asia - 2004-03-08
Tom Ridge, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, is on a nine-day visit to Southeast Asia, starting in Singapore, to discuss counter-terrorism efforts. Approximately 40…
Formation of a Case for War Crimes Against Saddam Hussein - 2004-03-07
The U.S. is sending a delegation to Iraq to assist in forming a case against Saddam Hussein for war crimes. This effort is part of…
Interview with Dr. Saleh Nikbakht, Lawyer of Emadeddin Baghi - 2004-03-06
Emadeddin Baghi, a journalist critical of human rights violations, has been released after being charged in connection with his protests against recent parliamentary elections. His…