April 2004
USA Accuses Greek Cypriot Leaders
The USA has accused Greek Cypriot leaders of manipulating a referendum that rejected a UN reunification plan for Cyprus, while Turkish Cypriots supported it. This…
Cyprus Greek Community Rejects UN Unity Plan
The Greek community of Cyprus has rejected a UN plan aimed at unifying the island, with 76% opposing it. This decision comes as Cyprus prepares…
End of the Campaign to Encourage Participation in Two Referendums in Cyprus - 2004-04-23
The campaign to encourage participation in referendums in Cyprus has concluded, with Turkish and Greek Cypriots set to vote on a UN plan to reunify…
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…
Turkey Criticizes Canadian Parliament's Decision Regarding Armenian Genocide in World War II - 2004-04-22
Turkey has condemned the Canadian Parliament's resolution recognizing the Armenian genocide, accusing lawmakers of catering to marginal groups. This decision, passed with a significant majority,…
Kofi Annan: Our Plan for Cyprus is the Only Way to Reunify the Island
Kofi Annan emphasizes that his plan for Cyprus is the only viable solution for reunification as Greek and Turkish Cypriots prepare for separate referendums. Russia…
Revised Resolution Proposal Regarding the Cyprus Issue - 2004-04-21
British diplomats are presenting a revised resolution to the UN Security Council to support Kofi Annan's plan for Cyprus. This comes after concerns were raised…
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…
Annan: The Security Council Should Officially Approve the Plan for Resolving Ethnic Disputes in Cyprus
Kofi Annan has urged the UN Security Council to officially approve his plan to resolve ethnic disputes in Cyprus before a critical referendum. This plan…
The U.S. Will Contribute $400 Million to the Reconstruction of Cyprus
The U.S. has pledged $400 million for the reconstruction of Cyprus, contingent on approval of a UN proposal by both Turkish and Greek communities in…
International Delegations to Hold Preliminary Conference for Cyprus Donors in Brussels
International delegations are convening in Brussels to prepare for a donor conference for Cyprus, following a large demonstration by Turkish Cypriots in support of the…
President of Cyprus Rejects UN Plan for Resolving Division of Mediterranean Island
The President of Cyprus, Tassos Papadopoulos, has rejected a UN plan aimed at resolving the island's division and is urging Greek Cypriots to vote against…
Retrial of 4 Former Kurdish Legislators in Turkey
A Turkish court has postponed the retrial of four former Kurdish legislators to April 21, who were originally sentenced in 1994 for supporting Kurdish rebels.…
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,…
Annan: Final Plan for Cyprus Reunification Ready for Referendum
Kofi Annan has prepared a final plan for the reunification of Cyprus, which will be put to a referendum for both Turkish and Greek Cypriots…