April 2004
March by Families of Three Italian Hostages Taken in Iraq - 2004-04-29
Families of three Italian hostages in Iraq marched in Rome demanding their release, supported by a message from the Pope. The kidnappers threatened to release…
Maradona Once Again Connected to Life Support
Diego Maradona has been placed on life support again due to respiratory issues and a lung infection. He has a long history of health problems,…
Standing Up to Al-Qaida
European leaders have rejected Osama bin Laden's proposal for a truce, emphasizing unity against terrorism. Leaders from France, Germany, Italy, and the UK reaffirm their…
UEFA Lifts Ban on Matches in Israel - 2004-04-22
UEFA has lifted its ban on matches in Israel, citing improved security conditions. This decision follows a request from Israel and support from several European…
Italy Reaffirms Commitment to Keeping Troops in Iraq
Italy has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining its military presence in Iraq, while Poland is reconsidering its involvement amidst troop withdrawals from other nations like…
Cancellation of Deportation Order for a Kurdish Man from Turkey in Japan
A Japanese court has granted refugee status to a 39-year-old Kurdish man from Turkey, reversing a deportation order due to fears of torture upon his…
Italian Authorities Seize 7,500 Kalashnikovs Intended for Shipment to the U.S.
Italian customs officials seized 7,500 Kalashnikov rifles meant for shipment to a Georgia-based company in the U.S. The seizure occurred during a routine inspection, and…
Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of Italy and Iran Regarding Iraq - 2004-04-19
The Foreign Ministers of Italy and Iran issued a joint statement advocating for the immediate transfer of power in Iraq to its citizens and a…
Shamsai Tops Scoring Table in Asian Futsal Championship
Vahid Shamsai leads the scoring table in the Asian Futsal Championship, having scored 13 goals in just two matches. This performance highlights his significant contribution…
Transfer of Maradona to a Private Clinic - 2004-04-19
Diego Maradona was hospitalized after watching a match of his former team, Boca Juniors, which won 2-0. At 43, Maradona has a history of medical…
Interview with Mohammad Reza Shahid and Monica Margioni, Italian Journalist Recently Returned from Tehran - 2004-04-17
Mohammad Reza Shahid interviews Monica Margioni, an Italian journalist who has just returned from Tehran and Baghdad. The discussion likely covers recent events in these…
Three Czech Hostages Abducted in Iraq on Sunday Have Been Released - 2004-04-16
Three Czech journalists kidnapped in Iraq have been released and are safe at their embassy. A Chinese national was also freed recently, while Japanese hostages…
Kidnappers Release Chinese National in Iraq - 2004-04-16
A Chinese national kidnapped in Iraq has been released and returned to the Chinese embassy. The situation remains tense as kidnappers still hold numerous foreign…
Three Japanese Hostages Released in Iraq - 2004-04-16
Three Japanese hostages were released in Iraq after a week, while many others remain captive, including Italian hostages. The situation highlights ongoing violence and the…
Iraqi Rebels Kill One of Four Italian Hostages
Iraqi rebels have killed one of four Italian hostages and demanded the withdrawal of Italian troops from Iraq. This incident follows the release of a…
Release of Three Japanese Hostages in Iraq - 2004-04-15
Three Japanese hostages were released in Iraq after a week, while many others remain captive, including reports of additional kidnappings. Italian Prime Minister Berlusconi reaffirmed…
Insurgents in Iraq Currently Hold About 40 Individuals from 12 Countries Hostage - 2004-04-14
Insurgents in Iraq are holding around 40 hostages from various countries, while the U.S. coalition refuses to negotiate for their release. The situation escalated after…
About 40 nationals from 12 countries are held captive in Iraq - 2004-04-13
Approximately 40 individuals from 12 different countries are being held hostage in Iraq by insurgents. The U.S.-led coalition refuses to negotiate for their release, while…
Didier Deschamps Prefers to Remain Head Coach of Monaco
Didier Deschamps expresses his desire to remain as head coach of Monaco, contingent on the club's ambition for success. Despite speculation about a move to…
Pope John Paul II inaugurated Easter celebrations with a sermon at St. Peter's Basilica - 2004-04-11
Pope John Paul II opened the Easter celebrations with a sermon at St. Peter's Basilica, baptizing seven new Catholics. The event was attended by thousands…
Leaders of Italy, Poland, and El Salvador Emphasize Commitment to a Free Iraq
Leaders from Italy, Poland, and El Salvador reaffirmed their commitment to a free Iraq during a call with President Bush. This discussion highlights their ongoing…
U.S. Defense Secretary: American Soldiers Have Besieged Fallujah to Crush Insurgents - 2004-04-06
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld announced that American forces have besieged Fallujah to combat insurgents following the murder of four American contractors. The situation escalated…
Clashes Between Italian Soldiers and Supporters of an Extremist Shia Cleric in Southern Iraq - 2004-04-06
Clashes erupted in Nasiriyah between Italian soldiers and supporters of extremist Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr, resulting in injuries to Italian troops and fatalities among Iraqis.…
Italian Police Arrest 61 Suspected Muslims
Italian police arrested 61 individuals suspected of extremism in coordinated raids. The majority of those detained are Moroccan, with some facing deportation for illegal residency.…
Release of 50-Page Document by Al-Qaeda Terror Network on the Internet - 2004-04-02
Al-Qaeda has released a 50-page document instructing its followers to target Jews, Christians, and Americans, emphasizing a focus on various societal figures. The document, signed…
Arrest of Dozens of Terrorism Suspects in Europe - 2004-04-01
Dozens of suspects linked to a Turkish Marxist extremist group were arrested across five European countries. The arrests involved 41 individuals in Italy, Turkey, Germany,…