August 2004
Explosion of Two Bombs Near an Islamic Science School in Karachi - 2004-08-09
Two bombs exploded near an Islamic school in Karachi, resulting in at least eight deaths and many injuries. The attack has not been claimed by…
Hope of Marion Jones to be Selected for the U.S. Olympic 4x100 Meter Relay Team
Marion Jones hopes to be selected for the U.S. Olympic 4x100 meter relay team after winning a pre-Olympic event in Munich. She has only qualified…
March of Tens of Thousands of Supporters of the President of Venezuela - 2004-08-09
Tens of thousands of Hugo Chavez's supporters marched in Caracas ahead of a referendum on his presidency, urging a 'no' vote. Chavez predicted victory and…
Bomb Explosion in Turkey - 2004-08-08
A bomb exploded prematurely in Van, Turkey, resulting in one Kurdish rebel's death and another's injury. The incident occurred near a police checkpoint, and the…
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…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Consensus Among Israelis and Palestinians
The article discusses a shared sentiment among Israelis and Palestinians regarding their opposition to a proposed Museum of Patience in Jerusalem. This consensus highlights a…
Basque Separatists Claim Responsibility for Recent Explosions in Spain
The Basque separatist group ETA has claimed responsibility for two small bomb explosions in northern Spain, which caused no injuries. This marks ETA's first attack…
Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate Calls Darfur Killings Genocide - 2004-08-07
Bill Frist, the Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, labeled the killings in Darfur as genocide during a visit to Sudanese refugees in Chad. He…
Iraq Grants Amnesty to Those Who Committed Minor Offenses - 2004-08-07
Iraq's interim Prime Minister Iyad Allawi announced a 30-day amnesty for minor offenses amid ongoing clashes between U.S. Marines and Shiite militants in Najaf. The…
A Turkish Transport Company Complied with Kidnappers' Demands - 2004-08-07
A Turkish transport company halted its operations in Iraq after one of its employees was kidnapped and threatened with execution. The company complied with the…
Iraqi Interim Government Orders Al Jazeera Office to Close for One Month - 2004-08-07
The Iraqi interim government has ordered Al Jazeera to close its Baghdad office for one month due to accusations of promoting violence and inciting hatred.…
Murder of Two Election Workers in Afghanistan - 2004-08-07
Two election workers were killed in an ambush by Taliban militants in Afghanistan, with one worker still missing. The incident occurred while the workers were…
Fars Al-Zahrani, a Saudi militant, arrested
Fars Al-Zahrani, a wanted Saudi militant, has been arrested by security forces. He is part of a list of suspected terrorists pursued by Saudi authorities,…
Journalists Attend Military Court for Guantanamo Bay Detainees - 2004-08-06
For the first time, journalists attended the military court for detainees at Guantanamo Bay. An Afghan detainee claimed he never attacked Americans, admitting to being…
Ayatollah Ali Sistani Arrives in London for Heart Treatment - 2004-08-06
Ayatollah Ali Sistani has traveled to London for heart treatment after experiencing health issues. He is a significant moderate Shia leader in Iraq, respected across…
Oil Price Fluctuations on Friday - 2004-08-06
On Friday, oil prices surged to record highs due to a fire at a major U.S. refinery, but later fell slightly. Concerns about oil supply…
Babar Ahmad to Remain in Custody Until Next Court Session
Babar Ahmad, a British suspect, has been ordered to remain in custody until his next court hearing on August 13 due to U.S. allegations of…
Deployment of a Team of Human Rights Observers to Darfur - 2004-08-06
The UN is sending a team of human rights observers to Darfur to oversee the disarmament of Arab militias as part of an agreement with…
Dozens Arrested on Suspicion of Al-Qaeda Membership in Pakistan - 2004-08-05
Pakistani authorities have arrested dozens of individuals suspected of being affiliated with Al-Qaeda, including two South Africans and one Nigerian. The arrests come amid concerns…
At least 9 Iraqi soldiers killed during battle in southern Iraq - 2004-08-05
A battle in southern Iraq resulted in the deaths of at least 9 Iraqi soldiers and one American soldier, with significant clashes occurring in Najaf…
Player Transfers in the National Basketball Association (NBA) - 2004-08-05
The Philadelphia 76ers traded Derrick Coleman and Ollie McCaskill to the Detroit Pistons for Corliss Williamson, while the Dallas Mavericks exchanged Antoine Walker and Tony…
Arrest of 20 Suspected Al-Qaeda Militants in Pakistan in Recent Weeks - 2004-08-05
Pakistan has arrested 20 suspected Al-Qaeda militants, with some being Pakistani and others foreign. The arrests were based on intelligence, but Pakistan denied sharing this…
Turkish Security Forces Kill Two Kurdish Guerrillas - 2004-08-05
Turkish security forces killed two Kurdish guerrillas in a clash near Diyarbakir, following an attack on a police station by Kurdish militants. This incident is…
Kofi Annan Urges Sudanese Government to Comply with Darfur Resolution - 2004-08-04
Kofi Annan has called on the Sudanese government to comply with a UN resolution regarding the Darfur region, warning of consequences if they fail to…
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…
Pakistan Arrests Two Senior Al-Qaeda Members
Pakistan has arrested two senior members of Al-Qaeda, both of whom are African, and one has a substantial reward for information leading to his capture.…
British Police Interrogates 12 Individuals on Suspicion of Terrorist Activities - 2004-08-04
British police have arrested and are interrogating 12 men suspected of involvement in terrorist activities, with ties to ongoing international terrorism investigations. The arrests have…
Militants Release 4 Jordanian Truck Drivers and 2 Turkish Counterparts
Militants in Iraq released 4 Jordanian and 2 Turkish truck drivers after a local tribal leader intervened. The release followed the Turkish employer's agreement to…
Improvements in the Quality of New North Korean Missiles - 2004-08-04
North Korea is reportedly improving the accuracy and reliability of its missile systems, which could pose a threat to the U.S. This development occurs amid…
New FIFA Rankings - 2004-08-04
The latest FIFA rankings show Argentina rising to fourth place after their Copa America performance, while Iran has dropped to 24th. Brazil remains the top…
Life and Progress in America: Ralph Nader, Third Party Candidate - 2004-08-04
Ralph Nader, a perennial presidential candidate in the U.S., faces criticism for his role in the 2000 election, where many attribute Al Gore's loss to…
Bush Calls for Creation of National Intelligence Director Position - 2004-08-03
President Bush has called for the creation of a National Intelligence Director position and a national anti-terrorism center in response to the 9/11 Commission's recommendations.…
Financial Institution Employees in New York, Washington, and New Jersey Return to Work
Following a U.S. government warning about a potential Al-Qaeda attack on financial institutions, employees in New York, Washington, and New Jersey returned to work with…
Four Guards Killed in Suicide Bombings in Tashkent
On Friday, suicide bombings in Tashkent resulted in the deaths of four guards, including a police officer. The attacks targeted U.S. and Israeli embassies and…
Statements from a British Detainee on Torture Methods at Guantanamo Prison - 2004-08-03
Tarek Dergoul, a former British detainee at Guantanamo, has accused U.S. officials of systematic abuse and psychological torture during his detention. His lawyer claims he…
Kenyan Newspapers Criticize Their Foreign Minister
Kenyan newspapers are criticizing the Foreign Minister for falsely claiming that Kenyan hostages were released in Iraq. Calls for his resignation have emerged following the…
Two Senior Al-Qaeda Members Arrested in Pakistan - 2004-08-03
Two senior Al-Qaeda members have been arrested in Pakistan, identified as African nationals. The U.S. has placed a multi-million dollar bounty on one of the…
Commencement of Review of Independent Commission's Recommendations on September 11 Terrorist Attacks
U.S. Congressional committees have started reviewing the recommendations from the Independent Commission on the September 11 attacks. Key figures like John Lehman and Senator Susan…
Allawi: Iraq is Committed to Maintaining Brotherly Relations with Kuwait
Iyad Allawi, the Iraqi Prime Minister, reaffirmed Iraq's commitment to maintaining positive relations with Kuwait on the anniversary of the invasion. He emphasized Iraq's respect…
Bomb Explosion Near Churches in Baghdad and Mosul - 2004-08-02
On August 1, 2004, simultaneous bombings targeted churches in Baghdad and Mosul, resulting in at least 10 deaths. This marks the first attack on Iraq's…
Over 11 Killed in Indonesian Army Clashes with Separatist Rebels
Recent clashes in Aceh province between the Indonesian army and separatist rebels resulted in the deaths of over 11 rebels. The conflict has been ongoing…
Severe Security Measures in Washington and New York Cities - 2004-08-02
U.S. officials have heightened security in Washington and New York due to credible threats from Al-Qaeda targeting financial centers. Key locations include the New York…
Grand Ayatollah Sistani Condemns Deadly Attacks on Christian Churches
Grand Ayatollah Sistani condemned deadly car bomb attacks on Christian churches in Iraq, which resulted in at least 11 deaths. Pope John Paul II also…
Sudan Government's Reluctant Agreement to UN Security Council Resolution
The Sudanese government has reluctantly agreed to a UN Security Council resolution addressing the Darfur crisis, which threatens international action due to its inaction. This…
Two Turkish Truck Drivers Taken Hostage in Iraq
Two Turkish truck drivers have been kidnapped in Iraq by militants linked to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi while efforts continue to secure the release of seven…
Life and Progress in America: Survey of Washington Citizens - 2004-08-01
The Washington Post conducted two surveys to gauge public opinion on life in Washington, one nationally and another among suburban residents. This reflects the perceptions…
Deployment of French Personnel and Aid Shipments to Chad and Sudan - 2004-08-01
French soldiers are delivering humanitarian aid to Sudanese refugees in Chad, following a directive from President Jacques Chirac. The aid includes food, medicine, and tents,…
Dozens Killed and Injured in Violent Events in Iraq - 2004-08-01
A series of violent incidents in Iraq resulted in numerous casualties, including five deaths from a car bomb in Mosul and a U.S. soldier killed…
Conflicting Reports on the Release of Foreign Hostages in Iraq - 2004-08-01
Seven foreign truck drivers were kidnapped in Iraq, with conflicting reports about their release. The Kenyan government claims they are safe at the Egyptian embassy,…
The U.S. Government Raises Security Preparedness Level for Potential Terrorist Threats
The U.S. has elevated its security measures in Washington, New York, and northern New Jersey due to credible threats from Al-Qaeda targeting major financial institutions.…