May 2004
Nazi Baghlari: Interview with the Spokesperson for UN Refugee Affairs in Geneva - 2004-05-28
A group of Palestinian refugees is returning to Iraq due to dire conditions, while many Iranian Kurds remain stranded in difficult circumstances at the Jordan-Iraq…
Naming a Basketball Court in Tokyo After Michael Jordan - 2004-05-24
A basketball court in Tokyo has been named after Michael Jordan, celebrating his impact on the sport. Jordan attended the inauguration ceremony, encouraging young players…
Editorial: President Bush's Meeting with Jordan’s King
President Bush met with King Abdullah of Jordan to discuss strengthening economic ties and the pursuit of peace between Israel and Palestine. Bush emphasized the…
King Abdullah: Arafat Must Reflect on His Role in the Palestinian Issue
King Abdullah of Jordan urged Yasser Arafat to reconsider his effectiveness in aiding the Palestinian cause amidst discussions of increasing the Palestinian Prime Minister's powers.…
Jordan Denies New York Times Report on King Abdullah's Opinion Regarding Yasser Arafat's Dismissal - 2004-05-19
Jordan's Royal Palace rejected a New York Times report claiming King Abdullah suggested Yasser Arafat should resign. The palace emphasized that the king never made…
US: Traces of Zarqawi Found in the Assassination of Izz al-Din Salim
US officials are investigating the suicide bombing that killed Izz al-Din Salim, linking it to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi. President Bush condemned the act but asserted…
Colin Powell: I Wish Arab Governments Had Condemned the Killers of Nicholas Berg More Strongly
Colin Powell criticized Arab governments for not condemning the beheading of American contractor Nicholas Berg more forcefully. He noted that while some Arab nations condemned…
King of Jordan: Establishing a Palestinian State is the Key to Middle East Peace
King Abdullah of Jordan emphasizes that a Palestinian state is essential for peace in the Middle East and for a united Arab response to terrorism.…
U.S. Secretary of State: Palestinians Should Seize the Opportunity
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell encouraged Palestinians to take advantage of Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's withdrawal proposal. Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei expressed…
Ahmad Qurei's Proposal for a Ceasefire Between Palestinians and Israel - 2004-05-15
Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmad Qurei plans to propose a ceasefire between Palestinians and Israel during a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell in…
Meeting between US Secretary of State and Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmad Qurei - 2004-05-15
Colin Powell met with Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmad Qurei in Jordan during the World Economic Forum. The discussions focused on US support for a Palestinian…
Iraq's U-23 Football Team Qualifies for the Olympics
Iraq's U-23 football team qualified for the 2004 Athens Olympics by defeating Saudi Arabia 3-1, securing the last Asian spot. The victory sparked celebrations in…
Muqtada al-Sadr Says He Wants to End Current Stalemate in Some Areas of Iraq
Muqtada al-Sadr is seeking to resolve the ongoing stalemate in Iraq, contingent on negotiations with U.S. forces. U.S. officials have not responded to his proposal,…
Muqtada al-Sadr Calls for Negotiation with Coalition - 2004-05-11
Muqtada al-Sadr has called for negotiations with the coalition forces in Iraq, offering to cease hostilities if they agree. U.S. officials remain unresponsive to his…
Meeting of Palestinian Prime Minister with Condoleezza Rice, Advisor to the U.S. President - 2004-05-08
Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei is set to meet with U.S. National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice in Germany, marking a significant diplomatic engagement with the…
U.S. Secretary of State: The International Community Seems Ready to Adopt Sharon's Plan
Colin Powell indicates that the international community is ready to support Ariel Sharon's plan for Gaza as a step towards peace. He will discuss this…
Under the Microscope: President Bush's Meeting with King Abdullah of Jordan - 2004-05-07
President Bush met with King Abdullah of Jordan, discussing the treatment of Iraqi prisoners and other political matters. Dr. Alireza Noorizadeh provided insights on these…
President Bush Apologizes for American Soldiers' Humiliating Treatment of Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-05-07
President Bush publicly apologized for the humiliating treatment of Iraqi prisoners by American soldiers, expressing regret and promising justice for those responsible. This apology comes…
King Abdullah: The U.S. Will Not Prejudge the Outcomes of Future Middle East Peace Talks
King Abdullah of Jordan has expressed optimism that the U.S. will not prejudge future Middle East peace negotiations following discussions with President Bush. This comes…
President Bush's Meeting with King Abdullah of Jordan - 2004-05-06
President Bush met with King Abdullah of Jordan to discuss the Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and parts of the West Bank, which was delayed due…