June 2004
Zarqawi-Linked Group Calls on Turkish People to Protest Against President Bush - 2004-06-26
A group linked to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi has threatened to kill three Turkish hostages in Iraq unless Turkish companies withdraw from the country. They also…
The President of the United States Departed for a Five-Day Trip to Ireland and Turkey
President George Bush is on a five-day trip to Ireland and Turkey to seek international agreement on Iraq. He will meet with EU officials in…
President Bush in Ireland - 2004-06-25
President Bush is in Ireland to meet with EU officials, focusing on trade and counter-terrorism, while also seeking support for Iraq's interim government. His visit…
South Korean Public Protests Government's Plan to Send More Troops to Iraq - 2004-06-23
South Koreans are protesting the government's decision to send more troops to Iraq following the death of a fellow citizen at the hands of militants.…
Interview with Mr. Behzad Pilavvar, Spokesman of the National Council of Freedom Seekers of Iran - 2004-06-17
An interview with Mr. Behzad Pilavvar, spokesman for the National Council of Freedom Seekers of Iran, reflects on the significance of the July 9, 1999…
Tariq Al-Zamour Protests Court Ruling by Going on Hunger Strike
Tariq Al-Zamour, an Islamic militant imprisoned for over 20 years for the assassination of Anwar Sadat, has gone on a hunger strike to protest a…
Successful Test of New Tram System in Athens Before the Olympics
The new tram system in Athens has successfully completed testing ahead of the Summer Olympics. Greek Transport Minister Michalis Liapis confirmed its readiness for public…
9 Democracy Activists in Burma Released
Nine democracy activists in Burma were released after being detained for distributing human rights materials. They are affiliated with Aung San Suu Kyi's National League…
President Bush's Meeting with Pope John Paul II at the Vatican - 2004-06-04
President Bush met with Pope John Paul II at the Vatican, where the Pope called for a swift transfer of sovereignty to Iraqis. The meeting…
Public Protests Banned in Russia
The Russian State Duma has passed a bill that bans public protests in various sensitive locations. The bill received overwhelming support from the ruling 'United…
Chinese Police Prevent Any Gatherings in Tiananmen Square - 2004-06-04
On the fifteenth anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, Chinese police prevented any gatherings in the square, while tens of thousands in Hong Kong held…
Protests by Over 100 Members of Palestinian Security Forces - 2004-06-03
Over 100 members of the Palestinian security forces protested in Gaza against corruption among senior officers, urging President Yasser Arafat to take action. They claim…
Over 10,000 Italian Police Prepared to Protect President Bush
Over 10,000 police in Italy are preparing for President Bush's visit amid anticipated protests against the Iraq war. Prime Minister Berlusconi has expressed concerns about…
Will the Death Sentence of Hashem Aghajari Be Revoked?
The Supreme Court of Iran is set to announce a decision on the potential revocation of Hashem Aghajari's death sentence, which was originally imposed for…