May 2004
Under the Microscope: Comments of the Sixth Parliament Representatives Critiquing the Seventh Parliament - 2004-05-31
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the criticisms made by representatives of Iran's Sixth Parliament towards the Seventh Parliament, alongside issues such as the political situation…
Saudi Arabia: 22 Killed in al-Khobar Incident - 2004-05-31
In a terrorist siege in al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia, 22 people, mostly foreign civilians, were killed. The siege ended with a military intervention, resulting in one…
Intense Battle Between Saudi Security Forces and Islamic Militants - 2004-05-30
An intense battle has erupted in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, where Islamic militants have taken over 50 hostages after attacking oil facilities, resulting in at least…
The Hostage Crisis in Khobar Ends with the Arrest of the Kidnappers
A hostage crisis in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, involving fifty foreign nationals taken by Islamic extremists, ended with a military assault resulting in nine deaths and…
Continued Conflict and Siege of Militants in Saudi Residential Complex - 2004-05-30
Militants have attacked oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, resulting in multiple casualties and a hostage situation in a residential complex. The attackers, linked to Al-Qaeda,…
At least 16 killed in militants' attack on foreigners in Saudi Arabia - 2004-05-29
A militant attack in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, resulted in at least 16 deaths, including a child and an American. The attackers, linked to Al-Qaeda, had…
Annual Report of Amnesty International on the Middle East - 2004-05-26
Amnesty International's annual report highlights the ongoing violence in the Middle East in 2003, particularly due to the Iraq war and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The…
Barrel at $41.72 - New Record for Crude Oil Prices - 2004-05-24
Crude oil prices reached a new record of $41.72 per barrel due to concerns that Saudi Arabia's planned production increase may not suffice to meet…
Clashes Between Fighters and Saudi Security Forces - 2004-05-24
On May 24, 2004, Saudi security forces engaged in a firefight with suspected militants in Buraidah, supported by helicopters. This incident follows a recent pattern…
Murder of a German Man in Saudi Arabia - 2004-05-23
A German man was shot and killed in Saudi Arabia, raising concerns about security in the region. Authorities are investigating the nature of the attack,…
Washington Newspapers: May 22 - 2004-05-22
On May 22, 2004, Washington newspapers reported on several key issues including the Pentagon's involvement with Ahmad Chalabi, Saudi Arabia's decision to increase oil production,…
OPEC Postpones Decision on Increasing Oil Production to Next Month - 2004-05-22
OPEC has delayed its decision on increasing oil production until next month, despite concerns over rising global oil prices. Saudi Arabia has proposed a significant…
Details of Armed Clash on Thursday in Northern Capital of Saudi Arabia - 2004-05-22
An armed clash in Buraidah, Saudi Arabia, resulted in the deaths of two police officers and four suspected terrorists. The authorities seized bomb-making materials and…
Asian Club Champions Cup; Sepahan Isfahan's Victory Against Al-Arabi Kuwait - 2004-05-18
Sepahan Isfahan secured a 3-1 victory against Al-Arabi Kuwait in the Asian Club Champions Cup, with key goals from Nasser Farshbaf and Mahmoud Karimi. This…
Statement from Al-Qaeda Leadership in Saudi Arabia - 2004-05-15
Al-Qaeda's leadership in Saudi Arabia claims to support militants fighting U.S. forces in Iraq and takes responsibility for a recent attack in Yanbu that killed…
Iraq's U-23 Football Team Qualifies for the Olympics
Iraq's U-23 football team qualified for the 2004 Athens Olympics by defeating Saudi Arabia 3-1, securing the last Asian spot. The victory sparked celebrations in…
Pakistan Returns Shahbaz Sharif to Saudi Arabia Two Hours After His Arrival in Pakistan
Shahbaz Sharif, an opposition leader and brother of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, was expelled back to Saudi Arabia just two hours after returning to…
Oil prices surpassed $40 per barrel for the first time in 13 years on Tuesday - 2004-05-12
Oil prices have risen above $40 per barrel for the first time in 13 years, driven by trader speculation amid doubts about OPEC's production adjustments.…
Saudi Arabia Urges OPEC to Increase Daily Oil Production
Saudi Arabia has called on OPEC to boost daily oil production by at least 1.5 million barrels to maintain market balance. This request follows a…
Tony Blair and the President of Poland Condemn Mistreatment of Iraqi Prisoners
Tony Blair and Polish President Aleksander Kwaśniewski condemned the mistreatment of Iraqi prisoners during a press conference, emphasizing the need for accountability while maintaining their…
AFC Champions League; Sepahan 3 - Naftchi 1 - 2004-05-04
Sepahan defeated Naftchi 3-1 in the AFC Champions League, securing their position at the top of their group with 10 points. This victory is significant…
Expulsion of Foreign Employees from an Oil Company in Saudi Arabia - 2004-05-03
Five foreign employees of a Western oil company were killed in an armed attack in Saudi Arabia, leading to the expulsion of about one hundred…
Two Americans, Two Britons, and One Australian Killed in Saudi Arabia
Five Westerners, including two Americans, two Britons, and one Australian, were killed in a shooting in Saudi Arabia while working for ABB Lummus. The attack…
Some Western Nationals Leave Saudi Arabia
A brutal attack in Saudi Arabia led to the deaths of six employees of the A-B-B oil company, prompting some Western nationals, particularly Swedish employees,…
Several People, Including Two Americans, Killed in Shooting Inside a Business Organization in Saudi Arabia
In a shooting incident in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, several individuals, including two Americans, were killed by armed assailants. The U.S. Embassy confirmed the casualties, and…
Iran's Olympic Football Team Misses Qualification for Athens
Iran's Olympic football team has been eliminated from qualifying for the Athens Olympics after South Korea defeated China 2-0. This result confirmed South Korea's place…