May 2004
Artillery Shell Found in Iraq Contained Sarin Gas
U.S. officials confirmed that an artillery shell found in Iraq contained sarin gas, suggesting it may have been manufactured before the 1991 Gulf War. The…
Mortar Shell Hits the Doors of Imam Ali's Shrine - 2004-05-25
A mortar shell hit the doors of Imam Ali's shrine in Najaf during renewed fighting between U.S. forces and militants loyal to Muqtada al-Sadr, resulting…
Casualties of Militia Forces Linked to Muqtada al-Sadr in Karbala and Najaf - 2004-05-22
U.S. forces killed at least 15 militia members linked to Muqtada al-Sadr in Karbala and Najaf, prompting protests in Iran, Lebanon, and Bahrain. Muqtada al-Sadr…
US: Traces of Zarqawi Found in the Assassination of Izz al-Din Salim
US officials are investigating the suicide bombing that killed Izz al-Din Salim, linking it to Abu Musab al-Zarqawi. President Bush condemned the act but asserted…
Rocket and Artillery Exchange Between Israeli Forces and Hezbollah Fighters - 2004-05-07
Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters exchanged rocket and artillery fire in the Shebaa border area. The clashes began early Friday morning with Hezbollah launching shells…
Tensions Near Najaf City in Iraq Remain High - 2004-05-04
Tensions are escalating near Najaf, Iraq, with armed supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr clashing with U.S. forces. While shelling continues, it is less intense than previous…