May 2004
Pakistani Foreign Minister: Indian Officials Should Not Use Media to Resolve Diplomatic Issues
The Pakistani Foreign Minister criticized Indian officials for using media to address diplomatic issues, emphasizing the need for constructive dialogue. This comes after remarks by…
US Military Officials in Afghanistan: Four American Soldiers Killed Near Pakistan Border - 2004-05-31
Four American soldiers were killed in an explosion in Zabul province, Afghanistan, attributed to a Taliban commander leading an insurgency. Additionally, clashes in Helmand province…
Two Killed and Several Injured in a Missile Attack in Southwestern Pakistan
A missile attack in southwestern Pakistan resulted in two deaths and several injuries, with the incident occurring near the Iranian border. Local officials reported that…
Deployment of Thousands of Pakistani Security Forces in Karachi - 2004-05-31
A senior Sunni cleric, Mufti Nazimuddin Shamzi, was assassinated in Karachi, leading to violent protests and fears of sectarian retaliation against Shia communities. Thousands of…
Following the assassination of a Sunni cleric in Karachi, police deployed throughout the city
A prominent Sunni cleric, Mufti Nazimuddin Shamzai, was assassinated in Karachi, leading to widespread unrest and violence from his supporters. The police have been deployed…
Arrest of Elders in the Border Area with Afghanistan by Pakistani Security Officials - 2004-05-30
Pakistani security officials have arrested local elders for not adhering to an agreement to identify and disarm foreign militants linked to Al-Qaeda. The arrests occurred…
Riots in Karachi Following the Murder of a Senior Cleric - 2004-05-30
Riots erupted in Karachi after the assassination of senior Sunni cleric Mufti Nazimuddin Shamsai. The unrest has led to injuries among both protesters and police,…
U.S. Secretary of State: Expanding Relations with India - 2004-05-30
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, affirmed the importance of strengthening U.S.-India relations under the new Congress Party government. He also praised Pakistan's President…
Four American Soldiers Killed While on Duty in Southern Afghanistan - 2004-05-30
Four American soldiers were killed in Zabul province, Afghanistan, during a military operation against Taliban and Al-Qaeda remnants. This incident follows a U.S. airstrike targeting…
Washington Newspapers May 29, 2004
An earthquake struck Iran, and a significant individual involved in the trafficking of nuclear information from a Pakistani network was arrested. This incident highlights ongoing…
US Airstrikes Target Area 220 Kilometers South of Kabul - 2004-05-29
US airstrikes targeted a region in Paktia province, 220 kilometers south of Kabul, to support coalition forces against Taliban militants. The strikes were ordered after…
North Korea Denies Uranium Exports to Libya - 2004-05-29
North Korea has refuted claims that it exported uranium to Libya, as reported by the New York Times, which cited evidence from the IAEA. The…
Malaysian Police Arrest Key Suspect in Nuclear Material Smuggling Network
Malaysian police have arrested Bohari Syed Abu Tahir, a Sri Lankan businessman, for his involvement in a nuclear smuggling network linked to Pakistan's nuclear program.…
An Islamic militant network likely responsible for recent bombings in Pakistan - 2004-05-27
Pakistani officials suspect an Islamic militant network, potentially linked to Al-Qaeda, for recent bombings in Karachi that killed one police officer and injured over 25.…
Dialogue Between Senior Military Officials of the U.S. and Pakistan in North Waziristan - 2004-05-27
Senior military officials from the U.S. and Pakistan met to discuss U.S. military incursions into Pakistan while pursuing Taliban and Al-Qaeda members. The discussions were…
One Killed and 30 Injured in Karachi Car Bomb Explosions - 2004-05-27
Two car bomb explosions in Karachi resulted in one death and 30 injuries, with police suspecting Islamist militants. The attacks occurred shortly after the arrest…
19 Injured in Two Car Bomb Explosions in Karachi
Two car bomb explosions in Karachi resulted in at least 19 injuries, including police and journalists. The attacks occurred near a cultural center, highlighting the…
U.S. Airstrikes in Southern Afghanistan - 2004-05-26
U.S. airstrikes in southern Afghanistan reportedly killed at least 20 suspected Taliban militants. This incident occurs as Afghanistan prepares for upcoming elections, amidst escalating attacks…
At least one person killed in explosion in Karachi port - 2004-05-25
An explosion at Karachi port resulted in at least one death and four injuries, with police investigating the nature of the incident. The explosion occurred…
A Taliban-supporting Cleric Elected as Opposition Leader in Pakistan - 2004-05-25
A Taliban-supporting cleric has been appointed as the opposition leader in Pakistan, raising concerns among secular groups about the rise of Islamic extremism. This move…
New Prime Minister of India Forms Cabinet - 2004-05-24
Manmohan Singh has formed his cabinet as India's new Prime Minister, focusing on stabilizing financial markets and improving relations with Pakistan. Key appointments include P.…
Pervez Musharraf's Phone Conversation with Leaders of India's New Government - 2004-05-24
Pervez Musharraf plans to call Sonia Gandhi to promote peace between India and Pakistan. Manmohan Singh, India's new Prime Minister, has expressed a strong desire…
Actions of the New Indian Government - 2004-05-24
The new Indian government is taking steps to stabilize financial markets and address terrorism in Kashmir while promoting agriculture and reducing unemployment. Key figures include…
Attack by Unknown Assailants on Military Vehicle in Southwestern Pakistan - 2004-05-24
An attack in Quetta, Pakistan, resulted in at least 14 injuries when assailants threw a grenade at a military vehicle. The injured primarily included police…
New Indian Prime Minister Pledges to Fight Terrorism - 2004-05-24
Following a deadly bomb attack in Kashmir that killed at least 28, new Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh vowed to combat terrorism. The attack targeted…
Pakistan Reaccepted into Commonwealth Membership After Five Years - 2004-05-23
Pakistan has been reaccepted into the Commonwealth after a five-year suspension due to a military coup led by General Pervez Musharraf. The Commonwealth Secretary-General noted…
Arrest of Two Suspected Islamic Militants in Pakistan - 2004-05-21
Two suspected Islamic militants were arrested in Karachi, Pakistan, with a large cache of explosives linked to the Global Mujahideen Movement. This follows the recent…
Islamabad Protests American Soldiers' Incursion into Pakistani Territory - 2004-05-21
Islamabad has lodged a protest against the U.S. for a military incursion into Pakistan's territory, which occurred during a search for al-Qaeda and Taliban suspects.…
The President of Pakistan Promises to Eliminate Al-Qaeda Militants - 2004-05-20
The President of Pakistan, General Pervez Musharraf, has vowed to eliminate Al-Qaeda militants hiding in the tribal areas near Afghanistan. He emphasized that recent efforts…
Manmohan Singh's Commitments as India's Future Prime Minister - 2004-05-20
Manmohan Singh, elected as India's future Prime Minister, has committed to helping the poor, seeking peace with Pakistan, and restoring religious harmony. He plans to…
In a Bomb Explosion in Southern Afghanistan, One Police Officer and Three Statistics Department Employees Were Injured - 2004-05-20
A bomb explosion in Khost province, Afghanistan, injured one police officer and three employees of the Central Statistics Department. The attack is attributed to Islamic…
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Emphasizes Caution in Nuclear Technology Transfer
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kenneth Juster met with Pakistani officials to discuss the importance of caution in nuclear technology transfers. This comes amid Pakistan's…
Three Lashkar-e-Taiba Militants Killed in Clash in Indian Kashmir
Three militants from the Lashkar-e-Taiba group were killed in a clash with Indian forces in Kashmir, following the earlier killing of three civilians by unidentified…
Indian National Congress Achieves Decisive Victory in Indian Parliamentary Elections - 2004-05-13
The Indian National Congress won decisively in the parliamentary elections, potentially making Sonia Gandhi the next Prime Minister. Atal Bihari Vajpayee resigned after his party's…
End of the President of Tajikistan's Visit to Pakistan - 2004-05-13
Emomali Rahmonov, the President of Tajikistan, concluded his official visit to Pakistan, where he met with Prime Minister Zafarullah Khan Jamali. They signed agreements to…
Dragon Food
The film 'Dragon Food' directed by Jan Schutte explores the struggles of foreign refugees in West Germany during the 1980s, focusing on the friendship between…
Pakistan Expects the U.S. to Release About 20 Pakistanis from Guantanamo Bay Prison
Pakistan anticipates the release of approximately 20 Pakistani detainees from Guantanamo Bay by the U.S. government. Major General Javad Iqbal Chima confirmed that these individuals…
Pakistan Returns Shahbaz Sharif to Saudi Arabia Two Hours After His Arrival in Pakistan
Shahbaz Sharif, an opposition leader and brother of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, was expelled back to Saudi Arabia just two hours after returning to…
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State's Visit to Islamabad - 2004-05-11
Christina Rocca, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State, is visiting Islamabad to discuss terrorism and the situations in Afghanistan and Iraq with Pakistani leaders. This…
Italy and Pakistan Strongly Condemn American Soldiers' Mistreatment of Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-05-11
Italy and Pakistan condemned the mistreatment of Iraqi prisoners by American soldiers, calling it a horrific act. Both governments urged the U.S. to apologize and…
Pervez Musharraf Condemns Suicide Bombing at Shia Mosque
A suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Karachi killed 14 people, prompting President Pervez Musharraf to condemn the act and call for an investigation.…
14 Killed in Bomb Blast at Shia Mosque in Karachi
A bomb explosion at a Shia mosque in Karachi resulted in 14 deaths and over 100 injuries, leading to violent protests. Shia groups are demanding…
CIA: The Voice of a New Message Likely Belongs to Osama bin Laden, Leader of al-Qaeda - 2004-05-07
The CIA has indicated that a new audio message likely from Osama bin Laden threatens high-profile officials and offers rewards for their assassination. This message…
Prisoners in Northern Afghanistan Protest Conditions
Hundreds of prisoners in northern Afghanistan protested their conditions by going on a hunger strike and were subsequently moved to a facility near Kabul. Many…
Several More Suspects Arrested in Connection with Bomb Blast in Pakistan
Several suspects have been arrested following a bomb blast in Gwadar, Pakistan, which killed three Chinese engineers. The attack highlights security concerns for Chinese workers…
Pakistan Protests to the US Over Incursion of American Soldiers into Its Territory - 2004-05-05
Pakistan has lodged a protest with the US regarding an incursion by American soldiers who entered its territory while pursuing suspects. The soldiers entered about…
Pakistani Authorities Arrest 13 Men in Connection with Bomb Blast
Pakistani authorities have arrested 13 men linked to a bomb blast that killed 3 Chinese engineers and injured 9 others. The incident occurred in Gwadar,…
Bomb Explosion at Port in Western Karachi, Pakistan - 2004-05-03
A bomb explosion in Gwadar, Pakistan, killed three Chinese engineers and injured at least eleven others. The attack occurred as workers were traveling to a…
Pakistan Extends Deadline for Amnesty of Militants Taking Refuge in South Waziristan - 2004-05-03
Pakistan has extended the amnesty deadline for foreign militants in South Waziristan, allowing them to remain if they surrender and respect the law. U.S. General…
Pakistani Security Officials Release 78 Local Elders
Pakistani security forces released 78 local elders previously detained during clashes with militants in South Waziristan. This release follows the assurance given to militants regarding…
Murder of Migrant Workers in Macedonia to Attract International Attention - 2004-05-01
Macedonian authorities have admitted that high-ranking officials, including the former Minister of Interior, were involved in the murder of seven Pakistani migrant workers in 2002,…
US Military Commander in the Middle East: Islamic Countries Should Send Forces to Iraq
General John Abizaid has urged Islamic nations to contribute troops to the US-led coalition in Iraq, emphasizing the need for international military involvement. He identified…