January 2004
Japanese Parliament Approves Government Plan to Deploy Ground Troops to Iraq - 2004-01-30
The Japanese Parliament has approved a government plan to send ground troops to Iraq, with 600 soldiers designated for humanitarian and reconstruction efforts. The decision…
A Truck Carrying Equipment Attacked Near Baghdad - 2004-01-26
A truck carrying equipment for Japanese forces in Iraq was attacked near Baghdad, killing the Jordanian driver. The attack seems to have been unintentional, as…
Officials from the US, Japan, and South Korea Prepare for Trilateral Talks
Officials from the US, Japan, and South Korea are set to engage in trilateral talks to address North Korea's nuclear ambitions. The discussions will involve…
Japan Suspends Chicken and Chick Imports from Thailand
Japan has suspended imports of chicken and chicks from Thailand due to concerns over avian influenza, with the EU considering similar measures. This decision follows…
A Pioneering Team from Japan's Defense Forces Arrives in Baghdad - 2004-01-19
A team from Japan's Defense Forces has arrived in Baghdad to prepare for the deployment of non-combat troops, marking Japan's first military presence in a…
Most Japanese Oppose Sending Troops to Iraq - 2004-01-19
A recent poll indicates that a majority of Japanese citizens oppose the government's plan to send troops to Iraq, with 52% disapproving of Prime Minister…
Bomb Explosion Near Baghdad on Saturday - 2004-01-17
A bomb explosion near Baghdad resulted in the deaths of three American soldiers and three Iraqi security personnel, bringing the total American casualties in Iraq…
Incident Involving Iranian Boeing
An Iranian Boeing 747 heading to Japan made an emergency landing in Beijing due to engine issues and landing gear malfunctions. Fortunately, all passengers and…
Request from the US, Japan, and South Korea in the Second Round of Negotiations - 2004-01-03
The US, Japan, and South Korea are set to demand that North Korea cease all nuclear programs in upcoming negotiations aimed at curbing its nuclear…
Do Dictators Even Care About Human Lives? - Pouya Arjomand
The article questions whether dictators value human lives, particularly in the context of Iran's vulnerability to earthquakes. It argues that the government prioritizes censorship and…