Corporate concept: Holding company
June 2004
Deadline for Execution of South Korean Hostage in Iraq Extended - 2004-06-22
The deadline for the execution of a South Korean hostage in Iraq has been extended as negotiations continue. The hostage-takers, linked to a prominent terrorist…
Afghan Government Deploys 700 Troops to Ghor Province
The Afghan government is deploying 700 troops to Ghor province to reinforce its authority after a recent attack by a rogue commander. This is part…
Iraqi Kidnappers Hold a South Korean Man and Several Other Foreigners Hostage - 2004-06-21
Iraqi kidnappers are holding a South Korean man and other foreigners hostage, threatening to kill him if South Korea does not cancel its troop deployment…
Despite the Risk of Violent Actions, Afghanistan Elections Will Be Held on Schedule
Hamid Karzai has committed to holding Afghanistan's national elections in September despite warnings of potential disruptions by militants. Over four million Afghans have registered to…
Plans for Holding Elections in Iraq Next Year Are Progressing Well - 2004-06-17
The UN is making progress on plans for Iraq's elections scheduled for January next year, with an independent commission already established. However, public trust remains…
Hamid Karzai Affirms Commitment to Hold Afghanistan Elections on Schedule
Hamid Karzai has confirmed that Afghanistan's elections will take place as scheduled in September, despite rumors of a delay. U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell…
Editorial: Support for an Interim Government in Iraq - 2004-06-12
The new interim government of Iraq is set to take power on June 30, 2004, as the UN Security Council has endorsed its establishment. President…
National Athletics Championships Held at Olympic Stadium
The Greek Athletics Championships commenced at the nearly completed Olympic Stadium in Athens, which is set to host the Summer Olympics. Fanny Palli Petralia emphasized…
Iran Does Not Intend to End Its Nuclear Program - 2004-06-10
Iran has reaffirmed its commitment to its nuclear program, asserting it is peaceful despite international accusations of non-cooperation with the IAEA. The G8 countries have…
Possible Delay in Holding General Elections in Afghanistan - 2004-06-09
Fierce battles between coalition forces and insurgents in Afghanistan may delay general elections again. Security issues have significantly reduced voter registration, with fewer than 30,000…
Nigerian Workers' Leaders Call for Nationwide Strike Over Fuel Price Increase - 2004-06-09
Nigerian workers' leaders are calling for a nationwide strike in response to a significant increase in fuel prices, which has angered the public. The government…
Human Rights Watch's Request from Leaders of Major Industrial Countries
Human Rights Watch has called on G8 leaders to fulfill their commitments to support security and elections in Afghanistan. The organization emphasizes the need for…