July 2004
The U.S. Softens Its Proposed Resolution on Sudan
The U.S. has revised its proposed resolution on Sudan by removing economic sanctions but still threatens the Sudanese government with economic actions if it does…
African Union Plans to Deploy Peacekeeping Force to Sudan - 2004-07-29
The African Union plans to send a peacekeeping force to Sudan to disarm militias in Darfur and protect civilians. The U.S. is urging Sudan to…
Asian Football Cup; Iran Advances to Quarterfinals
The Iranian national football team has reached the quarterfinals of the Asian Football Championship after a goalless draw against Japan. Despite missing key defensive players…
Egypt Requests More Time from the U.S. for the Sudanese Government
Egypt has asked the U.S. to grant the Sudanese government more time to disarm Arab militias in Darfur. This request comes amid concerns from the…
European Foreign Ministers: UN Should Impose Sanctions on Sudan
European foreign ministers are urging the UN to impose sanctions on Sudan if it does not end violence in Darfur. The Sudanese government has failed…
Colin Powell and Kofi Annan Call for Crisis Reduction in Darfur - 2004-07-23
Colin Powell and Kofi Annan have urged Sudan to take action to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, where violence has led to mass displacement…
Sudan's Foreign Minister Warns the US and UK to Withdraw Their Troops from Darfur - 2004-07-22
Sudan's Foreign Minister warns the US and UK against sending troops to Darfur, suggesting it could lead to a situation similar to Iraq. British PM…
Colin Powell and Kofi Annan Meet on Sudan Crisis - 2004-07-22
Colin Powell and Kofi Annan are meeting to address the ongoing crisis in Darfur, Sudan. The U.S. plans to impose tougher sanctions on the Sudanese…
UN Weapons Inspectors Will Soon Return to Iraq - 2004-07-20
UN weapons inspectors are set to return to Iraq to prepare a final report on the absence of weapons of mass destruction. This mission, led…
Arab Countries Pursue Resolution Demanding Israel Abandon Security Wall - 2004-07-13
Arab countries are seeking a UN resolution to compel Israel to comply with an International Court of Justice ruling that deems its security wall in…
U.S. State Department: Sudan Has Not Fulfilled Its Commitment
The U.S. State Department has criticized Sudan for failing to stop human rights abuses in Darfur and plans to pursue UN sanctions. Human rights groups…
German Foreign Minister Meets with Sudanese Counterpart in Khartoum - 2004-07-12
German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer met with his Sudanese counterpart to discuss urgent actions needed to prevent a humanitarian crisis in Darfur. He emphasized the…
UN Health Workers Unable to Vaccinate Children Due to Violence in Darfur - 2004-07-11
UN health workers are unable to vaccinate over 500,000 children in Darfur due to severe violence. The situation is exacerbated by the displacement of Black…
Collaboration Between Tikrit University Medical School in Iraq and Harvard Medical School Representatives - 2004-07-10
Officials from Tikrit University Medical School are collaborating with Harvard Medical School to enhance Iraq's medical education. Harvard will provide a scientific information exchange program,…
Warning from Sudan's Foreign Minister
Sudan's Foreign Minister Mustafa Ismail warns that UN sanctions over the Darfur crisis will weaken the government's resolution efforts and undermine agreements with the UN.…
United Nations: Despite Sudan's Commitment, Attacks on Civilians in Darfur Continue - 2004-07-09
The United Nations reports ongoing attacks on civilians in Darfur despite Sudan's promises to halt violence. U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell demands an end…
U.S. Secretary of State's Warning to the Sudanese Government - 2004-07-09
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell warned Sudan to stop human rights abuses in Darfur or face serious consequences. The UN is discussing a resolution…
Colin Powell: African Governments Must Take Responsibility for Their People's Welfare - 2004-07-09
Colin Powell emphasized the need for African governments to take responsibility for their citizens' welfare while acknowledging U.S. support in various sectors. He highlighted the…
Economic sanctions against Burma will continue until human rights situation improves
The U.S. government, led by President Bush, has extended economic sanctions against Burma for another year due to a lack of progress in human rights…
Kofi Annan Warns Sudanese Government on Disarming Arab Militias - 2004-07-08
Kofi Annan warned the Sudanese government to disarm Arab militias in Darfur or face sanctions. The warning was issued during a UN Security Council meeting,…
Economic Sanctions Against Burma Extended for Another Year
President Bush has extended economic sanctions against Burma for another year to pressure the military government regarding human rights. The sanctions were initially enacted after…
The United States Calls for Punishment of Arab Militias in Sudan at the UN Security Council
The U.S. has urged the UN Security Council to impose sanctions on Arab militias in Sudan for atrocities against black civilians in Darfur. Andrew Natsios…
Kofi Annan to Pressure Sudanese Government to Improve Security Situation in Darfur - 2004-07-02
Kofi Annan is urging the Sudanese government to enhance security for displaced people in Darfur. His visit follows a warning from the U.S. about potential…
Colin Powell: North Korea Will Benefit Greatly If It Follows a Practical Path
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. would respond to North Korea's economic and security needs if it dismantles its nuclear program. This statement was made…
US Proposal for Arms and Travel Sanctions on Sudanese Arab Militias - 2004-07-01
The US has proposed UN sanctions against Sudanese Arab militias accused of atrocities in Darfur. This follows Secretary of State Colin Powell's visit to Sudan.…
New U.S. Laws Regarding Trade and Travel Sanctions Against Cuba - 2004-07-01
The U.S. has enacted new laws restricting Cuban-Americans' travel to Cuba and limiting their financial support to relatives there. These changes are framed as efforts…