July 2004
Washington Gathering on Dialogue with the Islamic Republic - 2004-07-20
A group of U.S. foreign policy experts met in Washington to advocate for dialogue with the Islamic Republic of Iran, while some Iranians protested outside…
Yasser Arafat Appoints General Abdul Razak Mujayda as Head of Security Organizations
Yasser Arafat reappointed General Abdul Razak Mujayda as head of the Palestinian Authority's security organizations to address unrest caused by the previous appointment of Mousa…
Thousands of Brazilians March in Protest
Thousands of Brazilians protested in major cities against high unemployment and slow economic growth after a decade of recession. The government claims economic conditions are…
Many Speakers at International AIDS Conference Criticized U.S. Policy - 2004-07-14
At the International AIDS Conference in Thailand, many speakers criticized U.S. AIDS policy, particularly the Bush administration's focus on abstinence. Randall Tobias announced a $15…
Out of Six Million AIDS Patients, Only 240,000 Have Access to Medication
Only 240,000 out of six million AIDS patients in poor countries have access to medication, highlighting a significant healthcare crisis. The issue was raised at…
Kofi Annan: World Leaders Must Take More Action Against AIDS
Kofi Annan called on world leaders at the International AIDS Conference to enhance their efforts against AIDS, emphasizing the need for coordinated global action. The…
The View from Washington: Bush On Iranian Youth
President George W. Bush has expressed support for the aspirations of Iranian youth in a recent speech, highlighting their struggle against tyranny. He emphasized the…
Kenyan Police Arrest Dozens During Political Protests
Kenyan police clashed with protesters in Kisumu, resulting in one death and numerous arrests during demonstrations against President Mwai Kibaki's failure to meet a constitutional…
Iraqi Kurds Demand Death Penalty for Saddam Hussein - 2004-07-06
Iraqi Kurds are demanding the death penalty for Saddam Hussein due to the 1988 chemical attack in Halabja that killed thousands. They also seek the…
Israeli Forces Shot Dead a 9-Year-Old Palestinian Boy
Israeli forces killed a 9-year-old Palestinian boy during clashes with protesters in northern Gaza. The incident also involved the injury of an adult Palestinian, highlighting…
Police Resort to Force to Disperse Hundreds of Protesters in Kenya - 2004-07-03
Police in Kenya used force to break up protests by hundreds demanding constitutional reforms. The protests arose from frustration over the government's failure to implement…
Hong Kong Residents Protest for Greater Freedom - 2004-07-02
On July 2, 2004, hundreds of thousands of Hong Kong residents protested for greater freedoms from the Chinese government. The demonstration highlighted the ongoing struggle…
Demonstrations in Support of Greater Democracy in Hong Kong - 2004-07-01
Hundreds of thousands are expected to demonstrate in Hong Kong today, calling for more democracy from China's communist leaders. The turnout is anticipated to be…