March 2004
Deadline for Decision on Cyprus Issue Has Passed - 2004-03-31
The Turkish and Greek leaders of Cyprus face a deadline to accept a UN plan for reunification or let the UN Secretary-General take over the…
Public and Sworn Testimony of Condoleezza Rice, U.S. National Security Advisor - 2004-03-30
President Bush has allowed Condoleezza Rice to testify publicly under oath regarding the September 11 attacks. This decision follows significant criticism of the White House…
Commencement of Investigation into Financial Corruption and Bribery Case Against Ariel Sharon - 2004-03-29
An investigation has begun into financial corruption and bribery allegations against Ariel Sharon, with his son Gilad ordered to submit relevant documents. The case stems…
New Plan for the Reunification and Integrity of Cyprus - 2004-03-29
A new plan for the reunification of Cyprus has been introduced by UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, marking a critical moment in the long-standing dispute. If…
World Record Holder in 400m Freestyle Misses Qualification for Athens Olympics
Ian Thorpe, the Australian Olympic champion and world record holder in the 400m freestyle, has been disqualified from the Olympic qualification event in Sydney after…
New Plan for the Unity of Cyprus - 2004-03-28
A new plan for the reunification of Cyprus is set to be announced, with Kofi Annan presenting it to representatives of the Greek and Turkish…
Greetings Again, CD of Poetry Reading by Fereydoun Farah Andouz - 2004-03-28
This article announces the release of a CD featuring poetry readings by Fereydoun Farah Andouz. It highlights the cultural contribution of the artist and the…
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…
Vladimir Putin: Kosovo Serbs Must Be Protected Against Ethnic Cleansing - 2004-03-20
Vladimir Putin emphasized the need to protect Kosovo Serbs from ethnic cleansing and ordered a review of Russia's involvement in the region. NATO forces are…
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…
Bush Administration and Senator Kerry Criticize Each Other Over Iraq War - 2004-03-18
The Bush administration and Senator John Kerry exchanged criticisms regarding the Iraq war, with Kerry highlighting the ongoing human and financial toll. Cheney countered by…
Ronaldo Called Up for Brazil's Next Match Against Paraguay
Ronaldo has been called up to the Brazilian national team for their World Cup qualifying match against Paraguay despite recent injuries. Rivaldo, another star player,…
Hans Blix: Senior Members of the Bush Administration Had Already Decided on War with Iraq
Hans Blix claims that senior officials in the Bush administration had predetermined the war with Iraq, aiming to justify it by finding weapons of mass…
U.S. Women's National Soccer Team Defeats France
The U.S. Women's National Soccer Team won their opening match of the Algarve Cup against France with a score of 5-1. Abby Wambach and Mia…
On This Day, March 14: Jack Ruby Identified as Oswald's Killer - 2004-03-14
On March 14, 1964, a Texas jury declared Jack Ruby as the assassin of Lee Harvey Oswald. This event is significant as it highlights the…
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…
Calendar Day, March 9: Anniversary of the Birth of Crime Fiction Writer
On March 9, 1918, Mickey Spillane, a renowned American crime fiction writer, was born in New York City. His contributions to the genre are significant,…
Esteghlal Tehran Climbs to the Top of the Premier League Table
Esteghlal Tehran secured a comeback victory against Fajr Shiraz, winning 3-2 and moving to the top of the Premier League table. This match was part…
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…
Weekly Discussion, March 4, 2004: With Dr. Heydat Matin-Daftari and Mohammad Ali Jadari Foroughi - 2004-03-05
The weekly discussion program features Dr. Heydat Matin-Daftari and Mohammad Ali Jadari Foroughi analyzing the Iranian regime's attempts to undermine the independence of lawyers. This…