May 2004
The View from Washington: DeSutter on Iran’s Nuclear Program
Paula DeSutter, a U.S. official, expresses deep concern over Iran's nuclear weapons program, emphasizing its violation of the Non-Proliferation Treaty. The IAEA has confirmed Iran's…
White House: The Constitutional Review Assembly of Burma Lacks Legitimacy - 2004-05-22
The White House has declared the Constitutional Review Assembly of Burma illegitimate and will extend sanctions against the military government for another year. The U.S.…
U.S. Lawmakers Propose Annual Review of Trade Sanctions Against Cuba - 2004-05-21
U.S. lawmakers have introduced a bill for an annual review of trade sanctions against Cuba following President Bush's announcement to intensify sanctions. Senator Max Baucus…
Australia Opens Diplomatic Office in Libya - 2004-05-17
Australia is reopening its diplomatic office in Libya after 17 years, appointing a consul in Tripoli due to strong economic relations. This move marks a…
Hundreds of Thousands of Cubans Protest U.S. Plans for Economic Sanctions - 2004-05-14
On May 14, 2004, hundreds of thousands of Cubans protested in Havana against U.S. plans for stricter economic sanctions. The demonstration was organized by Fidel…
Syrian Officials Criticize New US Economic Sanctions Against Damascus
Syrian officials have condemned new US economic sanctions, asserting they will not impact Syria. Prime Minister Otri emphasized the need for better US-Syria relations, while…
Export of American Goods to Syria Banned Except for Food and Medicine - 2004-05-12
President Bush has banned the export of American goods to Syria, with exceptions for food and medicine, as part of intensified sanctions due to Syria's…
New Economic Sanctions Against Syria to Be Announced This Week - 2004-05-11
The U.S. is set to announce new economic sanctions against Syria due to its continued support for Palestinian militants and failure to curb terrorist movements…
China Calls for Lifting EU Arms Sales Ban
China's Prime Minister Wen Jiabao has called on the EU to lift its arms sales ban, citing progress in human rights. This request follows discussions…