March 2004
Issuance of International Arrest Warrants for 5 Suspects in Madrid Bombings
International arrest warrants have been issued for five suspects linked to the March 11 Madrid bombings, including Moroccan national Abdul Karim Mujati. This development is…
Arrest of 8 Individuals and Seizure of Bomb-Making Materials in London - 2004-03-31
British authorities arrested 8 individuals and seized bomb-making materials, potentially preventing a major terrorist attack. The operation involved 700 police officers raiding multiple locations, including…
British Police Arrest Eight in London, Discover Large Quantities of Bomb-Making Materials
British police arrested eight individuals in London during a raid linked to an international terrorist conspiracy, uncovering significant bomb-making materials. The operation involved 700 officers…
Investigation into Moroccan Islamic Fighters Group Regarding Madrid Bombing - 2004-03-30
Spanish authorities are investigating a Moroccan Islamic group linked to the March 11 Madrid train bombings that killed 191 people. Arrests have been made, including…
Spanish Police Find Traces of Explosives Used in March 11 Attack - 2004-03-27
Spanish police discovered traces of explosives linked to the March 11 attacks during a raid near Madrid. Eighteen individuals, mostly Moroccan, have been arrested in…
Suspects of Recent Bombing in France to Be Released
Three suspects connected to a bomb threat against the French railway system are likely to be released due to lack of evidence. The threat came…
European Union Appoints First Anti-Terrorism Official
The European Union has appointed Gijs de Vries as its first anti-terrorism official to enhance continental defense after the Madrid bombings. This move is part…
Bomb Threat to French Railway System - 2004-03-25
A group named A-Z-F has threatened to bomb the French railway system unless a ransom of $5 million is paid. They have temporarily halted their…
London Report: Increased Likelihood of Terrorist Attacks in Europe - 2004-03-24
Following the March 11 suicide bombing in Madrid, concerns have risen regarding Al-Qaeda's activities in Europe. British police officials have warned of an increased likelihood…
Under the Microscope: The Fight Against Terrorism in Europe - Ms. Haghighatjou's Travel Ban - 2004-03-24
This article discusses a meeting of U.S. and European foreign ministers in Madrid and the travel ban placed on Fatemeh Haghighatjou, a former Iranian parliament…
French Police Defuse Bomb on Railway Track
French police successfully defused a bomb on the railway track from Paris to Basel after receiving multiple threats against railway facilities. The threats came after…
Global Political Leaders Attend Official Ceremony for Madrid Bombing Victims - 2004-03-24
An official ceremony was held in Madrid for the victims of the March 11 terrorist bombings, attended by global political leaders including Colin Powell and…
190 Victims of Terrorist Explosions in Madrid Identified - 2004-03-23
Spain has identified 190 victims of the terrorist attacks in Madrid, with no further increases in fatalities expected. Initial reports indicated 202 deaths, and 9…
U.S. Railroad Security Alert Raised to 'Highest Level'
U.S. officials have raised the railroad security alert to the highest level following a bombing in Madrid. Secretary Tom Ridge announced plans for passenger luggage…
Basque Separatist Group ETA Calls for Dialogue with New Spanish Government - 2004-03-21
The Basque separatist group ETA has requested dialogue with Spain's new Socialist government, which has rejected any engagement with them. This comes in the wake…
With the death of a woman from Peru, the death toll from the Madrid bombings reaches 202
A 22-year-old woman from Peru has died, raising the death toll from the Madrid bombings to 202. Spanish authorities have arrested new suspects while addressing…
Spain Releases Secret Documents Related to Last Week's Attacks in Madrid - 2004-03-18
Spain is releasing secret documents to counter accusations against officials regarding their response to the recent attacks in Madrid. Initially blamed on Basque separatists, the…
U.S. Officials Express Concern Over Impact of Madrid Bombings on War on Terror - 2004-03-18
U.S. officials, including Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert and Deputy Secretary of Defense Paul Wolfowitz, are concerned that the recent Madrid bombings and subsequent…
Abu Hafs al-Masri Brigades: We Will Halt Attacks Until the Policies of the New Spanish Government Are Clarified - 2004-03-18
The Abu Hafs al-Masri Brigades have announced a temporary halt to their attacks in Spain, pending the new government's policies. They claim responsibility for recent…
March of 4,000 Supporters of Spain's Prime Minister in Madrid - 2004-03-17
Approximately 4,000 supporters of Prime Minister José María Aznar protested in Madrid against the Socialist Party's election victory. They criticized José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero for…
Tony Blair Urges the International Community to Stand Firm in the Fight Against Terrorism - 2004-03-17
British Prime Minister Tony Blair has called for a stronger international response to terrorism, rejecting the idea that leaving Iraq would resolve the issue. His…
Ronaldo Called Up for Brazil's Next Match Against Paraguay
Ronaldo has been called up to the Brazilian national team for their World Cup qualifying match against Paraguay despite recent injuries. Rivaldo, another star player,…
Spanish Soldiers Will Leave Iraq by June 30 - 2004-03-17
Spain's Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero announced that Spanish troops will be withdrawn from Iraq by June 30, 2004, despite pressure from President Bush…
President Bush: The U.S. Will Collaborate with Allies to Bring Terrorists to Justice - 2004-03-17
President Bush affirmed U.S. collaboration with allies to combat terrorism following recent attacks in Madrid. The comments came after a meeting with Dutch Prime Minister…
Memorial Ceremony for Over 200 Victims of Madrid Bombings - 2004-03-16
A memorial was held in Madrid for over 200 victims of recent bombings, with the death toll now at 201. Spanish authorities have arrested suspects…
Meeting of the French President and the German Chancellor in Paris - 2004-03-16
French President Jacques Chirac and German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder met in Paris to discuss the need for European unity against terrorism following recent attacks. They…
Arrest of Another Algerian Man in Connection with Recent Attacks in Spain - 2004-03-16
An Algerian man has been arrested in Spain in connection with the recent bombings that killed 201 people. He had previously warned police about planned…
President Bush's Meeting with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands at the White House - 2004-03-16
President Bush met with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands to discuss the fight against terrorism following recent bombings in Madrid. The Prime Minister expressed…
Report Witness: France's Sympathy for the Victims of Madrid - 2004-03-15
France has shown its condolences to Spain and the victims of the Madrid terrorist attacks. This expression of solidarity highlights international responses to terrorism. It…
Proposal for Emergency Meeting of EU Security Officials - 2004-03-15
In response to recent terrorist attacks in Spain, EU officials are considering urgent meetings to coordinate security responses. French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin and…
Arab and European Intelligence Officials' Views on Responsibility for Recent Bombings in Spain - 2004-03-15
Investigators suspect that recent bombings in Spain were executed by a multinational group of al-Qaeda loyalists, with initial arrests revealing Moroccan and Indian suspects. This…
Withdrawal of 1300 Spanish Troops from Iraq - 2004-03-15
Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, the newly elected Prime Minister of Spain, plans to withdraw 1300 troops from Iraq, calling the war a disaster. His Socialist…
Ronaldo's Absence Against Monaco in the UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals
Ronaldo will miss the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal match against Monaco due to a thigh injury. He is currently in Brazil for treatment but aims…
Spaniards Remove Ruling Party from Power - 2004-03-15
In the wake of a devastating terrorist attack in Madrid, Spanish voters ousted the ruling People's Party in favor of the Socialist Party, which received…
German Interior Minister: Europe Faces a New Type of Islamic Terrorists
The German Interior Minister has highlighted a new threat from Islamic terrorists in Europe following Al-Qaeda's claim of responsibility for the Madrid bombings that killed…
Pope John Paul II Condemns Recent Bombings in Madrid - 2004-03-14
Pope John Paul II condemned the recent bombings in Madrid, describing them as brutal and a shock to the world. This statement comes as he…
Identity of Al-Qaeda Spokesman Not Established in Video - 2004-03-14
The Spanish government is unable to identify an Al-Qaeda spokesman who claimed responsibility for the Madrid bombings in a recently discovered video. The video was…
Increased Security Measures at Major Railway Stations and Terminals in Europe and America - 2004-03-14
Following deadly bombings in Madrid, security measures at major railway stations in Europe and America have been significantly increased. Countries like France, Britain, Italy, and…
Arrest of Five Individuals in Connection with Thursday's Bombings in Madrid - 2004-03-14
Five individuals have been arrested in Spain following the deadly bombings in Madrid that killed 200 people. Among the arrested, three are Moroccan and two…
Funeral and Burial Ceremony for the Victims of the Madrid Bombings - 2004-03-13
Funeral ceremonies for the victims of the Madrid bombings are taking place across Spain. The Basque separatist group is the main suspect, but investigations into…
Thousands of Spaniards Gather for Anti-Terrorism Demonstration - 2004-03-12
Following the devastating bombings in Madrid, which resulted in 199 deaths, thousands of Spaniards participated in an anti-terrorism demonstration. The Spanish government is investigating both…
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security: Madrid Bombings Will Strengthen Global Resolve Against Terrorism - 2004-03-12
The U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Tom Ridge, stated that the bombings in Madrid will enhance global efforts against terrorism. The U.S. is committed to…
World Leaders Condemn Bombings in Madrid - 2004-03-11
World leaders condemned the bombings in Madrid, expressing condolences to the victims' families and denouncing the violence. Key figures such as President Bush, Kofi Annan,…
Spanish Security Officials Searching for Those Responsible for Deadly Bombings in Madrid - 2004-03-11
On March 11, 2004, a series of bombings in Madrid resulted in 186 deaths and over a thousand injuries, occurring just days before parliamentary elections.…