May 2004
Continued Protests by Lebanese Demonstrators in the Suburbs of Beirut - 2004-05-28
Lebanese protesters continued demonstrations against rising gasoline prices, setting fires and blocking roads in Beirut's suburbs. Following violent clashes with soldiers that resulted in civilian…
Three Killed in Lebanon Protests - 2004-05-28
Three individuals were killed during protests in Lebanon after soldiers opened fire on demonstrators opposing government economic policies. In response, protesters set the Ministry of…
Protesters Set Fire to the Ministry of Employment and Labor Building in Beirut - 2004-05-27
In Beirut, protesters reacted violently after soldiers killed three demonstrators during an anti-government protest, setting fire to the Ministry of Employment and Labor building. The…
Three Protesters Killed During Demonstrations in Beirut - 2004-05-27
Three protesters were killed during demonstrations in Beirut against the government's economic policies, specifically rising gasoline prices. The protests were sparked by a call from…
Los Angeles Report: Shirin Ebadi's Speeches in California - 2004-05-24
Shirin Ebadi, a prominent Iranian human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, spoke about human rights at Stanford University in California. This event highlights…
Pope John Paul II Canonizes Six More Saints - 2004-05-16
Pope John Paul II canonized six new saints, including Gianna Beretta Molla, an Italian doctor who became a symbol for the anti-abortion movement. This event…
Shirin Ebadi's Speech at the University of California and Her Reception
Shirin Ebadi spoke at the University of California, receiving a positive reception from the audience. This event underscores her influence as a human rights advocate…
Rocket and Artillery Exchange Between Israeli Forces and Hezbollah Fighters - 2004-05-07
Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters exchanged rocket and artillery fire in the Shebaa border area. The clashes began early Friday morning with Hezbollah launching shells…
Exclusive Interview with Shirin Ebadi by Setareh Derakhshesh - 2004-05-03
Shirin Ebadi, a prominent Iranian lawyer and Nobel laureate, is in the U.S. for lectures and was interviewed by Setareh Derakhshesh about political prisoners, women's…