August 2004
Bomb Explosion in Sylhet, Bangladesh - 2004-08-08
A bomb exploded in Sylhet, Bangladesh, killing an Awami League supporter and injuring at least 30 others. The mayor, Badreddin Kamran, was the apparent target…
Flooding in Northern India - 2004-08-08
Severe flooding in northern India has trapped at least 20 workers in a tunnel, with no updates on their condition. In Bangladesh, the death toll…
Floods in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal Have Killed Over 1,600 People
Severe flooding in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal has resulted in over 1,600 deaths and widespread displacement. The Indian army is involved in rescue and humanitarian…
Indian Government Calls Army to Rescue Flood Victims - 2004-08-04
The Indian government has mobilized its army to assist in rescue efforts for flood victims in northern and western regions. In neighboring Bangladesh, severe flooding…
Claims of Torture by Three British Released from Guantanamo Detention Center
Three British detainees released from Guantanamo allege systematic abuse during their detention, including beatings and deprivation of sleep. U.S. officials, including Secretary of the Navy…
Trial of an American Female Soldier in Connection with Abuse of Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-08-04
Lynndie England, a 21-year-old American soldier, is on trial for her involvement in the abuse of Iraqi prisoners at Abu Ghraib. The case raises questions…
UNICEF's Efforts to Assist Flood-Affected Children in Bangladesh - 2004-08-02
UNICEF is raising $13 million to help children affected by recent floods in Bangladesh, which have caused significant health issues and displacement. Over 600 people…