March 2004
War Crimes Court Sentences Former Serbian Police Officer to 17 Years in Prison - 2004-03-31
A former Serbian police officer has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for his involvement in a massacre during the 1992 Balkan conflict. Darko…
Iraqi Rebels Kill 4 Civilians Working for Coalition Forces - 2004-03-31
Iraqi rebels killed 4 civilians working for U.S. coalition forces in Fallujah, a city known for anti-American sentiment. The White House condemned the attacks, highlighting…
Ahmad Batebi, Imprisoned Student, in Poor Physical Condition
Ahmad Batebi, a student imprisoned in Iran, is reported to be in poor health, with his family's requests for medical treatment denied by authorities. He…
U.S.-Led Coalition Prevents Publication of Weekly Al-Hawza Magazine
The U.S.-led coalition has halted the publication of the Al-Hawza magazine, a prominent Shia publication in Iraq, after allegations that it incited violence against American…
Romano Prodi: The current occupation of Iraq cannot establish peace and security in Iraq - 2004-03-27
Romano Prodi, the President of the EU, argues that the current occupation of Iraq is ineffective in establishing peace and security. He believes a leftist…
Eleven Iraqi Police Officers Killed - 2004-03-24
On March 24, 2004, eleven Iraqi police officers were killed in two separate insurgent attacks in Iraq, highlighting the ongoing violence against those cooperating with…
Several Killed and Wounded in Two New Attacks Against Iraqi Police
Two recent attacks on Iraqi police resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, with armed men targeting police officers in Mu'ssib and Kirkuk. These incidents highlight…
Four Killed in Multiple Explosions in Central Iraq
Multiple explosions in central Iraq resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including one police officer. The attacks occurred in Baghdad and near Fallujah, highlighting…
Colin Powell Attends First Anniversary Ceremony of Iraq Invasion in Baghdad - 2004-03-19
Colin Powell visited Baghdad for the first anniversary of the Iraq invasion, asserting progress in power transfer plans to Iraqis. Arab journalists protested the event…
U.S. Allies in Asia Increase Security Measures
U.S. allies in Asia, particularly South Korea, are ramping up security measures due to threats from international terrorist groups targeting nations with troops in Iraq.…
27 Killed and Dozens Injured in Hotel Explosion in Baghdad - 2004-03-17
A hotel explosion in Baghdad killed 27 and injured many others, attributed to a vehicle bomb. This incident coincides with U.S. military operations against insurgents…
Three American Civilians Killed and Two Injured in Iraq - 2004-03-16
Three American civilians were killed and two injured in a shooting in Mosul, Iraq, amid rising attacks by Iraqi insurgents against those cooperating with U.S.-led…
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…
All Entry Points from Iran to Iraq Will Be Closed Except for Three Crossings - 2004-03-14
The U.S. plans to close all but three entry points from Iran to Iraq to enhance border security and prevent foreign fighters from entering. Paul…
Armed men kill two employees of a coalition contractor in Iraq - 2004-03-12
Armed men killed two Iraqi women working for an American contractor in Basra, Iraq, a day after three coalition civilians were shot. The FBI is…
FBI to Investigate Tuesday's Killings in Iraq - 2004-03-11
The FBI is set to investigate the targeted killings of two American civilians and their Iraqi translator in Iraq, described as a premeditated terrorist act.…
Armed Men in Iraq Kill Two American Civilian Workers and an Iraqi Translator - 2004-03-10
Armed men in Iraq killed two American civilian workers and their Iraqi translator, raising concerns about security in the region. In a separate incident, four…
Roadside Bomb Explosion Kills American Soldier North of Baghdad - 2004-03-10
A roadside bomb killed an American soldier in Iraq, following a grenade attack in Mosul that injured several. U.S. officials are adjusting their narrative regarding…
Iraq's Interim Constitution Signed
The interim constitution of Iraq was signed, allowing for the transfer of sovereignty to Iraqis by June. Key figures involved include members of the American-appointed…
President Bush: America Will Stand by the People of Iraq as Long as Necessary - 2004-03-06
President Bush expressed confidence that coalition forces will defeat terrorists in Iraq, specifically mentioning Zarqawi's plans for ethnic violence. He emphasized America's commitment to supporting…
15 People Arrested in Connection with Karbala and Kadhimayn Explosions
Fifteen individuals have been arrested in Iraq following deadly explosions in Karbala and Kadhimayn, which resulted in 170 deaths and over 400 injuries during Ashura…
Investigation Operations Regarding the Explosion of a Tanker Ship in the Atlantic Ocean - 2004-03-01
A tanker ship exploded in the Atlantic Ocean, resulting in the confirmed deaths of 27 crew members, with 6 others rescued. The U.S. Coast Guard…