April 2004
Closure of UN Offices and US Embassy in Damascus - April 28, 2004
On April 28, 2004, the UN offices and US Embassy in Damascus were closed following a terrorist incident involving a car bomb and gunfire. The…
Clash Between Armed Men and Security Forces in Damascus Leaves 4 Dead
A violent clash in Damascus's diplomatic district resulted in the deaths of 4 individuals, including armed men, a police officer, and a civilian. The incident…
Explosion and Gunfire Near British and Iranian Embassies in Damascus, Capital of Syria - 2004-04-27
Explosions and gunfire occurred near the British and Iranian embassies in Damascus, with reports of multiple blasts. The British Foreign Office confirmed the incidents but…
Attack on Bulgarian President's Convoy During Visit to Bulgarian Troops in Iraq - 2004-04-26
Georgi Parvanov, the President of Bulgaria, faced an attack on his convoy while visiting Bulgarian troops in Iraq, but no injuries were reported. The incident…
For the Sixth Consecutive Year; Iran Became the Champion of Asian Futsal
The Iranian national futsal team won the Asian Futsal Championship for the sixth consecutive year by defeating Japan 5-3 in the final. This victory secures…
Two American Oil Workers Killed in Armed Attack in Nigeria
Two American oil workers were killed in an armed attack in Nigeria's Delta region. The attack highlights ongoing violence and kidnappings by local militants who…
Futsal Championship of Asia; Iran Reaches Final for the Sixth Time
The Iranian national futsal team defeated Thailand 6-1 in the semifinals of the 2004 Asian Championship, securing a place in the final against Japan. This…
UN Team to Assess Train Explosion Disaster Arrives in North Korea on Sunday - 2004-04-24
A UN team is arriving in North Korea to evaluate the aftermath of a devastating train explosion that killed hundreds and injured thousands. The North…
Muqtada al-Sadr's Remarks at Friday Prayer Ceremony in Kufa - April 23, 2004
Muqtada al-Sadr has threatened to deploy suicide bombers against coalition forces if they attack Shia holy cities in Iraq. This warning follows recent clashes resulting…
A U.S. Court Grants Government Permission to Reprosecute Zakaria Moussaoui - 2004-04-23
A U.S. court has allowed the government to reprosecute Zakaria Moussaoui, the only individual officially charged in relation to the September 11 attacks. While he…
Political Prisoners in the Slaughterhouse of Political Deals: EDA - April 17, 2004
The article discusses the plight of political prisoners in Iran, highlighting the government's human rights abuses and the complicity of the Syrian government in the…
US Reiterates Request to Syria to Prevent Insurgents from Entering Iraq - 2004-04-17
The US has reiterated its demand to Syria to stop insurgents from entering Iraq, emphasizing Syria's responsibility for Iraq's stability. Richard Boucher announced that a…
European Ministers' Meeting on Counter-Terrorism - 2004-04-17
European ministers convened in Vienna to address counter-terrorism efforts after rejecting a ceasefire proposal from Osama bin Laden. The meeting included representatives from 11 EU…
Report from Quds Razavi on a Speech at the American Industrialists Conference - April 16, 2004
The Norwegian Foreign Minister spoke at a conference for American industrialists, discussing international issues and Iran's nuclear energy. This event highlights the intersection of international…
Philippines Maintains Small Unit of Soldiers and Police in Iraq - 2004-04-15
The Philippines has decided to keep its small military and police unit in Iraq while evaluating the potential evacuation of civilians due to security concerns.…
Human Rights Advocates Criticize Torture of Terrorism Suspects
Human Rights Watch has condemned the practice of sending terrorism suspects to countries with a history of torture. Countries like Canada, Germany, the U.S., and…
Philippine Government Spokesperson: President to Review Security Conditions in Iraq - 2004-04-14
The Philippine government is considering whether to withdraw its troops from Iraq due to security concerns. President Gloria Arroyo and her advisors are reviewing the…
Opposition in Armenia Calls for Robert Kocharian's Resignation
Opposition leaders in Armenia are demanding the resignation of President Robert Kocharian, citing electoral fraud in his re-election. Police clashed with protesters in Yerevan, resulting…
Clashes Between Armenian Police and Protesters - 2004-04-13
Clashes erupted in Yerevan between Armenian police and protesters opposing President Robert Kocharian. The protests, fueled by allegations of election fraud, have led to injuries…
Report on This Year's 'SIRA' Conference - 2004-04-11
The SIRA conference took place in Orlando, Florida, featuring discussions on Iranian and Russian issues led by Professor Gregory Glasson. The report includes insights from…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Behzad Razaghi about the Works of Shahriar - 2004-04-11
Behzad Razaghi attended an event in Los Angeles honoring the renowned Iranian poet Mohammad Hossein Shahriar. An interview was conducted with Razaghi to discuss Shahriar's…
Thousands Protest Against Government in Armenia on Second Day of Demonstrations
Thousands of Armenians protested in Yerevan against President Robert Kocharian, demanding his resignation over alleged electoral fraud. The opposition claims the presidential elections were marred…
An Iraqi Group Claims to Have Taken 30 Foreign Hostages
An Iraqi group has claimed responsibility for taking 30 foreign hostages and threatens to execute them if U.S. forces do not lift the siege of…
Fifth Day of Coalition Forces' Battle with Sunni and Shiite Insurgents in Iraq - 2004-04-08
Coalition forces are in their fifth day of combat against Sunni and Shiite insurgents in Iraq, with significant fighting reported in Fallujah. Control of key…
Nigeria National Football Team's Training Camp in Paris - 2004-04-05
The Nigeria national football team is preparing for an important Olympic qualifying match against Tunisia by training in Paris. The team is currently leading their…
Serena Williams and Andy Roddick Win NASDAQ-100 Tennis Open - 2004-04-05
Serena Williams and Andy Roddick both won their respective finals at the NASDAQ-100 Open in Florida. Williams returned from injury to defeat Dementieva, while Roddick…