August 2004
Explosion of Two Bombs Near an Islamic Science School in Karachi - 2004-08-09
Two bombs exploded near an Islamic school in Karachi, resulting in at least eight deaths and many injuries. The attack has not been claimed by…
Qari Saifullah Akhtar Handed Over to Pakistani Authorities - 2004-08-08
Qari Saifullah Akhtar, a senior Al-Qaeda operative linked to assassination plots against Pakistan's President Musharraf, was arrested in Dubai and handed over to Pakistani authorities.…
Nigeria Hosts New Round of Negotiations Between Sudanese Government and Leaders of Two Rebel Groups in the West
Nigeria is set to host negotiations between the Sudanese government and two rebel groups, the Justice and Equality Movement and the Sudanese Liberation Army, starting…
Iraq Grants Amnesty to Those Who Committed Minor Offenses - 2004-08-07
Iraq's interim Prime Minister Iyad Allawi announced a 30-day amnesty for minor offenses amid ongoing clashes between U.S. Marines and Shiite militants in Najaf. The…
Interview with Ms. Elaheh Saran, Wife of Mr. Amir Saran - 2004-08-07
Ms. Elaheh Saran speaks about the judicial issues surrounding her husband, Amir Saran, who is a political figure in Iran, and provides insights into his…
Fars Al-Zahrani, a Saudi militant, arrested
Fars Al-Zahrani, a wanted Saudi militant, has been arrested by security forces. He is part of a list of suspected terrorists pursued by Saudi authorities,…
Muqtada al-Sadr Calls for Renewed Ceasefire
Muqtada al-Sadr has called for a renewed ceasefire amid ongoing clashes between his supporters and coalition forces in Iraq. Despite this call, he had previously…
A Zimbabwean Judge Acquits Six Opposition Activists
A Zimbabwean judge acquitted six opposition activists accused of murdering a ruling party official, citing that their confessions were obtained through torture. This ruling highlights…
Indonesian President's Visit to Saudi Arabia - 2004-08-06
Indonesian President Megawati Sukarnoputri is visiting Saudi Arabia to discuss Iraq and other matters, including the potential deployment of Muslim troops to Iraq. Indonesia opposes…
Ayatollah Ali Sistani Arrives in London for Heart Treatment - 2004-08-06
Ayatollah Ali Sistani has traveled to London for heart treatment after experiencing health issues. He is a significant moderate Shia leader in Iraq, respected across…
The Interim Government of Iraq is Determined to End the Activities of Militia Groups - 2004-08-06
The Interim Government of Iraq is taking a strong stance against independent militia groups, particularly targeting the Mahdi Army linked to Muqtada al-Sadr. This move…
300 Militants Killed in Recent Clashes in Najaf
In Najaf, U.S. military operations have reportedly killed 300 militants, although al-Sadr's camp disputes this number, claiming only 36 were killed. The clashes also resulted…
At least 9 Iraqi soldiers killed during battle in southern Iraq - 2004-08-05
A battle in southern Iraq resulted in the deaths of at least 9 Iraqi soldiers and one American soldier, with significant clashes occurring in Najaf…
Another Turkish Truck Driver Killed in Iraq - 2004-08-05
A Turkish truck driver named Osman Ali San was shot and killed in Mosul, Iraq, marking the second such incident involving Turkish drivers in recent…
Two Men Arrested on Terrorism Charges in New York - 2004-08-05
Two imams in Albany, Yasin Mohiuddin Aref and Mohammad Moshref Hussain, were arrested for allegedly aiding terrorism and laundering money for a federal agent posing…
Arrest of 20 Suspected Al-Qaeda Militants in Pakistan in Recent Weeks - 2004-08-05
Pakistan has arrested 20 suspected Al-Qaeda militants, with some being Pakistani and others foreign. The arrests were based on intelligence, but Pakistan denied sharing this…
Weekly Discussion, August 5, 2004: The Judiciary and the Beginning of Mr. Shahroudi's Second Term
The weekly discussion on August 5, 2004, features a conversation about the Iranian Judiciary and the commencement of Mr. Shahroudi's second term as its head,…
Pakistan Arrests Two Senior Al-Qaeda Members
Pakistan has arrested two senior members of Al-Qaeda, both of whom are African, and one has a substantial reward for information leading to his capture.…
Militants Release 4 Jordanian Truck Drivers and 2 Turkish Counterparts
Militants in Iraq released 4 Jordanian and 2 Turkish truck drivers after a local tribal leader intervened. The release followed the Turkish employer's agreement to…
An Irish Man Killed in Riyadh
An Irish man was killed in Riyadh by unidentified attackers, with the motive still unclear. This incident highlights the ongoing threat posed by Al-Qaeda to…
Discussion on Tuesday Night, August 3, 2004, Examining the Case of Dr. Hashem Aghajari - 2004-08-04
On August 3, 2004, a discussion was held about Dr. Hashem Aghajari's legal case, featuring his lawyer and a political researcher. The case is significant…
Interview with Samira Sadri on Hijab and the Pressures from Fundamentalists - 2004-08-04
The article discusses the renewed focus on strict dress codes for women in Iran following the start of the seventh parliament. Samira Sadri, a student…
Acceleration of Secularization in Iran - Privatization of Religion - 2004-08-04
The article discusses an interview about the increasing secularization in Iran and the privatization of religion, featuring insights from Dr. Mehrdad Mashayekhi. This topic is…
Interview with Dr. Siamak Shojaei on the Impact of Unprecedented Oil Price Increase Worldwide - 2004-08-04
Dr. Siamak Shojaei discusses the significant rise in oil prices and the resulting concerns, as well as Mir Hossein Mousavi's economic capabilities and management experience…
President Bush: There is still a possibility that weapons of mass destruction will be found in Iraq - 2004-08-03
President Bush reiterated the possibility of finding weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, despite their absence since the invasion. He defended the decision to send…
Islamic Group Claims Responsibility for Deadly Attacks on Churches in Iraq
An obscure Islamic group has claimed responsibility for bomb attacks on churches in Iraq, resulting in at least 11 deaths. Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani condemned…
Unknown attackers kill an Irish man in his home in Riyadh
An Irish man was killed by unknown attackers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The motive remains unclear, and the victim's identity has not been revealed. This…
Commencement of Review of Independent Commission's Recommendations on September 11 Terrorist Attacks
U.S. Congressional committees have started reviewing the recommendations from the Independent Commission on the September 11 attacks. Key figures like John Lehman and Senator Susan…
Interview with Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi about the State of Law and Legislation in Iran - 2004-08-03
The article features an interview with Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi discussing the legal framework and legislative processes in Iran, particularly focusing on the law against…
Bomb Explosion Near Churches in Baghdad and Mosul - 2004-08-02
On August 1, 2004, simultaneous bombings targeted churches in Baghdad and Mosul, resulting in at least 10 deaths. This marks the first attack on Iraq's…
Turkish Truck Drivers' Union Halts Operations in Iraq
The Turkish Truck Drivers' Union has ceased operations in Iraq due to the increasing kidnappings of foreign drivers, highlighted by a recent video showing the…
Grand Ayatollah Sistani Condemns Deadly Attacks on Christian Churches
Grand Ayatollah Sistani condemned deadly car bomb attacks on Christian churches in Iraq, which resulted in at least 11 deaths. Pope John Paul II also…
Two Turkish Truck Drivers Taken Hostage in Iraq
Two Turkish truck drivers have been kidnapped in Iraq by militants linked to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi while efforts continue to secure the release of seven…