June 2004
Opposition of 10 Palestinian Groups to Any Security Role of Egypt in Occupied Territories
Ten Palestinian militant groups have opposed Egypt's potential security role in the West Bank and Gaza if Israel withdraws. This opposition comes in response to…
Sharon: No Final Decision Yet on the Moat Plan Between Egypt and Gaza Strip - 2004-06-21
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced that no final decision has been made on a proposed moat between Egypt and Gaza aimed at preventing weapon…
Hosni Mubarak to Travel to Germany for Surgery - 2004-06-19
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak is set to travel to Germany for surgery on a spinal issue after concerns about his health arose from canceled meetings.…
Tariq Al-Zamour Protests Court Ruling by Going on Hunger Strike
Tariq Al-Zamour, an Islamic militant imprisoned for over 20 years for the assassination of Anwar Sadat, has gone on a hunger strike to protest a…
12 Killed in Suicide Bombing in Baghdad - 2004-06-13
A suicide bombing in Baghdad resulted in the deaths of 12 people, including police officers, and injuries to 13 others. The incident highlights ongoing violence…
Athens Olympic Torch Arrives in India - 2004-06-10
The Athens Olympic torch has arrived in India as part of its global relay. The torch was handed over in a ceremonial event attended by…
Yasser Arafat Will Accept Egypt's Proposal to Help Stabilize Gaza Strip - 2004-06-09
Yasser Arafat has agreed to Egypt's proposals for stabilizing the Gaza Strip after Israel's withdrawal, which includes restructuring Palestinian security forces. This agreement was communicated…
Italian Authorities Arrest Man Suspected of Organizing Madrid Bombings - 2004-06-09
Italian authorities arrested a man suspected of organizing the Madrid bombings during a police operation targeting a terrorist cell in Belgium. The suspect, Rabi' Osman…
Arrest of Two Individuals in Italy and Belgium on Suspicion of Involvement in Madrid Bombings
Two individuals have been arrested in Italy and Belgium in connection with the Madrid bombings that killed nearly 200 people. One of the arrested is…
Agreement Between Israel and Egypt - 2004-06-07
Israeli and Egyptian officials are nearing an agreement to allow Egypt to increase its military presence along the Gaza border to curb weapon smuggling. This…
Israeli Foreign Minister Plans Trip to Cairo
Israeli Foreign Minister Silvan Shalom is set to travel to Cairo for talks with President Hosni Mubarak about Israel's potential withdrawal from Gaza. This decision…