April 2004
Results of a New Survey on the Thoughts of the Iraqi People Regarding Their Future - 2004-04-30
A recent survey reveals that while many Iraqis are optimistic about their future, a significant majority harbor negative feelings towards the United States. The survey…
Democracy Support Party in Burma Participates Conditionally in Constitutional Convention
The Democracy Support Party in Burma has agreed to participate in a constitutional convention next month, contingent upon the military government meeting certain conditions, including…
Agreement by U.S. Military Officials for Withdrawal of U.S. Marines from Fallujah - 2004-04-29
U.S. military officials have agreed to withdraw Marines from Fallujah, allowing a new Iraqi security force to take control. This development follows recent violence in…
Sisters of Slain American Female Soldier Will Not Return to Their Unit in Iraq
Rachel and Charity Whitmer, sisters of Michelle Whitmer, a 20-year-old soldier killed in Iraq, have decided not to return to their combat unit and will…
Leaders of Aung San Suu Kyi's Party Meet After One Year
Aung San Suu Kyi and other leaders of her party met for the first time in nearly a year to discuss participation in an upcoming…
64 Iraqi Militants Killed in Clashes Near Najaf - 2004-04-27
64 Iraqi militants were killed in clashes with coalition forces near Najaf, initiated by an attack from Muqtada al-Sadr's militants. An American soldier was also…
Spanish Soldiers Complete Withdrawal from Najaf, Iraq
Spanish soldiers have finished their withdrawal from Najaf, Iraq, and are now based in Diwaniya. Prime Minister Zapatero plans to withdraw all 1,300 troops in…
Seven Tamil Tigers Rebels Killed in Sri Lanka
Seven Tamil Tiger rebels were killed by unidentified gunmen in eastern Sri Lanka, with a splinter group leader being blamed for the attack. This incident…
Four American Military Vehicles Set on Fire in Baghdad Explosion - 2004-04-26
A significant explosion in Baghdad resulted in the destruction of a building and the burning of four American military vehicles, with American soldiers present at…
Suicide Bombers Attempted to Attack Iraqi Oil Facilities Using Boats - 2004-04-25
Suicide bombers attempted a maritime attack on Iraqi oil facilities, resulting in the deaths of two American sailors and numerous casualties among Iraqis and American…
14 Iraqis Killed in Bus Bombing - 2004-04-24
On April 24, 2004, a bus bombing in southern Baghdad killed 14 Iraqis. Concurrently, U.S. military casualties included six soldiers in Sadr City and five…
UN Team to Assess Train Explosion Disaster Arrives in North Korea on Sunday - 2004-04-24
A UN team is arriving in North Korea to evaluate the aftermath of a devastating train explosion that killed hundreds and injured thousands. The North…
Small Explosion Occurs in Bus Carrying Military Personnel on the Outskirts of Istanbul - 2004-04-22
A small explosion occurred in a military personnel bus in Istanbul, causing no injuries but damaging two other vehicles. The police are investigating and searching…
Florida Court Convicts 6 Cubans for Airplane Hijacking
A Florida court has convicted six Cubans for hijacking a Cuban airplane to escape to the U.S., sentencing them to 20 to 24 years in…
At least 68 killed in a series of explosions in Basra - 2004-04-21
A series of coordinated suicide bombings in Basra, Iraq, resulted in at least 68 deaths, primarily among students. The attacks targeted police stations and included…
Firing of Two Homemade Rockets by Palestinians in Northern Gaza - 2004-04-19
Following the assassination of Hamas leader Abdulaziz Rantisi by Israel, Palestinians fired two homemade rockets into northern Gaza, injuring one settler. This escalation reflects ongoing…
In battles across various locations in Iraq, ten American soldiers and dozens of insurgents were killed - 2004-04-18
In a series of battles in Iraq, ten American soldiers and numerous insurgents were killed, with significant fighting reported near the Syrian border. The U.S.…
Dick Cheney Appreciates South Korea for Assistance in Rebuilding Iraq - 2004-04-16
Dick Cheney thanked South Korea for its support in Iraq and efforts against North Korea's nuclear threat during his Asia trip. The discussions included troop…
Mission of 20,000 American Soldiers in Iraq Extended
The U.S. military has extended the deployment of 20,000 soldiers in Iraq by 90 days, contrary to previous commitments that no soldier would serve more…
Khalil Naeimi, Senior Iranian Diplomat in Baghdad, Shot and Killed
Khalil Naeimi, a senior Iranian diplomat, was shot and killed in Baghdad amid rising tensions involving U.S. forces and Iraqi factions. This incident highlights the…
A Senior Police Officer Injured in Bomb Explosion in Southern Kandahar
A senior police officer was injured in a bomb explosion in Kandahar, attributed to Taliban remnants. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Afghanistan,…
Suspected Taliban Militants Kill 7 Afghans
Suspected Taliban militants executed seven Afghans, including three provincial officials, in Paktika. The attackers posed as government forces and targeted individuals based on their support…
UN Activities to Assist the People of Fallujah (Iraq) - 2004-04-13
The UN is actively working to provide emergency assistance to the people of Fallujah, Iraq, amidst ongoing violence that has reportedly resulted in over 600…
Fallujah Experiences Relative Calm on the Second Day of Ceasefire - 2004-04-12
Fallujah saw relative calm on the second day of a fragile ceasefire following intense clashes between U.S. forces and insurgents. Coalition forces and Shia militias…
Javed Hashmi, Opposition Leader in Pakistan, Sentenced to 23 Years in Prison
Javed Hashmi, a prominent opposition leader in Pakistan, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for charges including inciting unrest and forgery. His arrest…
An American Helicopter Shot Down by Insurgents in Baghdad - 2004-04-11
An American helicopter was shot down by insurgents in Baghdad, killing two crew members. General Mark Kimmitt reported that this incident occurred near Baghdad International…
A 35-member delegation from the Iraqi Governing Council entered the troubled city of Fallujah
A delegation from the Iraqi Governing Council entered Fallujah to negotiate a ceasefire after six days of intense fighting with Sunni rebels. The U.S. military…
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.…
Coalition Forces in Iraq Announce Arrest Warrant for Muqtada al-Sadr
Coalition forces in Iraq have announced an arrest warrant for radical Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr, linked to a murder case. Al-Sadr is reportedly holed up…
Life and Progress in America: The Loyal Little Dog That Was with Soldiers in the Iraq War
The article recounts the story of a small dog that served alongside soldiers in the Iraq War, emphasizing the emotional connection between the animal and…
Aung San Suu Kyi to be Invited to Participate in Constitutional Review Convention
Aung San Suu Kyi is expected to be invited to a constitutional review convention in Burma next month, but her release from house arrest remains…
At least 8 more killed in insurgent attacks in Iraq within 24 hours - 2004-04-02
In a series of insurgent attacks in Iraq, at least 8 individuals, including American soldiers and Iraqi police, were killed within a 24-hour period. The…
Clashes Between Israeli Police and Palestinian Muslims at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem - 2004-04-02
On April 2, 2004, clashes erupted between Israeli police and Palestinian Muslims at Al-Aqsa Mosque, marking one of the most violent confrontations in the ongoing…