April 2004
Deployment of Three Thousand South Korean Soldiers to Iraq Delayed
South Korea has postponed the deployment of 3,000 soldiers to Iraq to allow for further discussions with U.S. and Iraqi officials. The troops will focus…
Explosion Last Week Caused Approximately $350 Million in Damages to North Korea
A train explosion in North Korea caused significant damage estimated at $350 million and resulted in 161 deaths and 1,300 injuries. North Korea has requested…
North Korea Requests Aid from South Korea
North Korea has requested aid from South Korea after a tragic train explosion that killed 161 people. The request includes construction materials and school supplies.…
North Korea Rejects South Korea's Proposal to Aid Victims of Train Explosion
North Korea has turned down South Korea's offer to provide emergency aid for victims of a recent train explosion. The rejection may be linked to…
Dick Cheney Appreciates South Korea for Assistance in Rebuilding Iraq - 2004-04-16
Dick Cheney thanked South Korea for its support in Iraq and efforts against North Korea's nuclear threat during his Asia trip. The discussions included troop…
Dick Cheney, U.S. Vice President, Arrives in South Korea Today - 2004-04-15
Dick Cheney, the U.S. Vice President, is visiting South Korea to discuss North Korea's nuclear program and to thank the South Korean government for its…
Dick Cheney's Warning About North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Program - 2004-04-15
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney warned in South Korea that failing to control North Korea's nuclear program could trigger a regional arms race. He expressed…
Iraqi Militants Release 7 South Korean Clerics
Iraqi militants released 7 South Korean clerics but are still holding three Japanese civilians and two Arabs. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and risks for…
Three Japanese Civilians Kidnapped in Iraq - 2004-04-08
Three Japanese civilians, believed to be journalists, were kidnapped in Iraq by a group called the Mujahideen Brigades, who threatened to kill them unless Japan…