July 2004
The Deadline Set by Iraqi Insurgents for Executing One of the 7 Hostages Has Expired
The deadline for executing one of the seven hostages held by Iraqi insurgents has passed with no news on their fate. Mediators are still working…
AFC Asian Cup: Japan Advances to Semifinals by Defeating Jordan
Japan defeated Jordan in a tense match that ended in a penalty shootout, advancing to the semifinals of the AFC Asian Cup. The match saw…
AFC Asian Cup; Bahrain and China in the Semifinals - 2004-07-30
Bahrain's national football team has reached the semifinals of the AFC Asian Cup for the first time after defeating Uzbekistan in a penalty shootout. They…
Iran Becomes Champion of the Fifth West Asian Men's Basketball Championship
Iran's national basketball team won the fifth West Asian Men's Basketball Championship by defeating Lebanon 93-85 in overtime, securing their fourth victory in the tournament.…
AFC Asian Cup: Iran National Football Team Leaves Chongqing
The Iran national football team has departed from Chongqing to Jinan for their quarter-final match against South Korea in the AFC Asian Cup. This match…
Asian Football Cup; Iran Advances to Quarterfinals
The Iranian national football team has reached the quarterfinals of the Asian Football Championship after a goalless draw against Japan. Despite missing key defensive players…
A Jordanian Company Ends Its Operations in Iraq
A Jordanian company has decided to stop its operations in Iraq due to threats from insurgents who have taken two of its employees hostage. This…
AFC Asian Cup: Jordan and South Korea Reach Quarterfinals - 2004-07-27
Jordan and South Korea have advanced to the quarterfinals of the AFC Asian Cup. Jordan, making its debut in the tournament, drew with the UAE,…
Dawood Company Withdraws Employees from Iraq to Secure Release of Two Jordanian Hostages - 2004-07-27
Dawood Company is withdrawing its employees from Iraq to secure the release of two Jordanian hostages taken by insurgents. The kidnappers have threatened to kill…
Mohammad Mamdouh Qutb, the kidnapped Egyptian diplomat, announces his release
Mohammad Mamdouh Qutb, an Egyptian diplomat kidnapped in Baghdad, has been released. Militants are actively targeting foreign nationals in Iraq, demanding that their employers cease…
Militants in Iraq Threaten to Kill Two Jordanian Drivers
Militants in Iraq have kidnapped two Jordanian drivers and threatened to execute them unless their employer ceases operations within 72 hours. They have also extended…
Significant Decrease in Arab Satisfaction with America and Its Foreign Policies - 2004-07-24
A recent poll shows a drastic decline in Arab satisfaction with the U.S. and its foreign policies, with some countries reporting zero satisfaction. The survey…
Iraq's Interim Prime Minister Rejects Abu Musab al-Zarqawi's Threats - 2004-07-20
Iraq's interim Prime Minister Iyad Allawi dismissed threats from Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, labeling him a mentally ill outcast. Allawi asserted his readiness to sacrifice for…
AFC Asian Cup; Kuwait's Victory Over the UAE - 2004-07-19
Kuwait defeated the UAE 3-1 in the AFC Asian Cup, securing the top position in Group B. This match showcased Kuwait's strong performance, while the…
Iyad Allawi, Interim Prime Minister of Iraq, Arrives in Jordan
Iyad Allawi, the interim Prime Minister of Iraq, visited Jordan to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss cooperation, including the resumption of oil exports. The talks…
Nationwide Attacks on Saturday in Iraq Left 9 Dead - 2004-07-18
On Saturday, a series of attacks in Iraq resulted in 9 fatalities, including 5 bodyguards of the Iraqi Minister of Information. The attacks, claimed by…
Iraq's Interim Government Proposes Amnesty for Insurgents - 2004-07-12
The Iraqi interim government plans to offer amnesty to insurgents willing to surrender, excluding serious criminals. Meanwhile, the wife of a kidnapped Filipino is appealing…
Among the Prisoners in Iraq, Several Foreign Fighters Are Also Detained - 2004-07-08
Iraqi and U.S. officials report that out of 5,700 detainees in Iraq, only 90 are foreign fighters from various countries, including Iran. The U.S.-led coalition…
Lawsuit Against an Arab Bank for Supporting Palestinian Terrorism - 2004-07-07
Five American families have sued an Arab bank for allegedly supporting Palestinian terrorism by channeling funds from Saudi Arabia to terrorists. They are seeking $875…
An Armed Iraqi Group Calls Abu Musab al-Zarqawi a Criminal Disgracing Islam - 2004-07-06
An Iraqi armed group has threatened Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, accusing him of tarnishing Islam and killing innocents. They have announced plans to capture or kill…
German Coach of Iraq National Football Team Resigns Due to Security Concerns - 2004-07-06
Brent Stange, the German coach of the Iraq national football team, has resigned due to security concerns as the Asian Championship approaches. His departure comes…
First British Ambassador Arrives in Iraq - 2004-07-06
Edward Chaplin has arrived in Baghdad as the first British ambassador to Iraq in over ten years. He is set to present his credentials to…
At least 10 killed in US airstrike on suspected militants' hideout
A US airstrike in Fallujah targeting suspected Al-Qaeda militants resulted in at least 10 deaths and several injuries. Iraqi Prime Minister Iyad Allawi confirmed that…
Five Killed in House Explosion in Fallujah
An explosion in Fallujah, Iraq, killed at least five people, reportedly due to a U.S. military strike targeting a house. The incident has not been…
Muammar Gaddafi's Daughter Joins Defense Team for Saddam Hussein - 2004-07-03
Aisha Gaddafi, daughter of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has joined the legal defense team for Saddam Hussein, the former Iraqi leader. Despite hiring a team…
Iraq Rejects Jordan's Proposal to Send Troops to the Country
Iraq has rejected Jordan's offer to send troops, citing sensitivities around foreign military involvement. Yemen expressed willingness to send troops under specific conditions, while Bahrain…
US Welcomes Yemen and Jordan's Readiness to Send Troops to Iraq
The US has expressed support for Yemen and Jordan's willingness to deploy troops to Iraq amidst ongoing violence. Insurgent attacks continue, including rocket strikes in…
Jordan Willing to Send Troops to Iraq if Requested
King Abdullah of Jordan expressed willingness to send troops to Iraq if the interim government requests assistance. This marks a significant shift in Jordan's stance…
King Abdullah: Jordan Ready to Send Troops to Iraq
King Abdullah of Jordan expressed readiness to deploy troops to Iraq if requested by the interim government. He highlighted the importance of communication with Iraqi…