March 2004
UN High Commissioner for Refugees: Iran Hosts the Largest Population of Refugees in the World - 2004-03-30
Over 4,000 Iraqi refugees have returned to Iraq from Iran with UN assistance, leaving slightly more than 200,000 Iraqis still in Iran. The report highlights…
Extensive Attack by Afghan Government Soldiers on Dozens of Heroin Production Laboratories - 2004-03-30
Afghan government soldiers launched a large-scale attack on heroin production labs in Nangarhar province, arresting many and seizing drugs ahead of an international donors' conference.…
Uzbekistan: Responsibility for Bombings Lies with Foreign Terrorists and Islamic Extremists - 2004-03-30
Uzbek officials have blamed foreign terrorists and Islamic extremists for a series of bombings that killed at least 16 people. President Islam Karimov indicated that…
Commencement of Investigation into Financial Corruption and Bribery Case Against Ariel Sharon - 2004-03-29
An investigation has begun into financial corruption and bribery allegations against Ariel Sharon, with his son Gilad ordered to submit relevant documents. The case stems…
Pakistani Soldiers Have Surrounded 400 Armed Militants in South Waziristan - 2004-03-19
Pakistani soldiers have surrounded 400 armed militants in South Waziristan, believed to be protecting a high-value target linked to al-Qaeda. The situation escalated with ongoing…
Iraq's Governing Council Will Request the United Nations to Return to Iraq - 2004-03-17
The Governing Council of Iraq plans to ask the United Nations to return to assist in the transition to self-governance and upcoming elections. Ahmad Chalabi…
New Operations Launched Against Coalition-Resistant Insurgents in Iraq - 2004-03-17
The U.S. Army has initiated new military operations in Baghdad to combat insurgents opposing the coalition forces. This operation, named 'Iron Promise', focuses on finding…
Chadian Forces, with US Assistance, Defeat Al-Qaeda-Linked Terrorist Group - 2004-03-13
Chadian forces, aided by the US, have defeated a terrorist group linked to Al-Qaeda, resulting in 43 deaths during two days of fighting. This operation…
Israel's Expectations from the U.S. if Jewish Settlements are Removed from Gaza - 2004-03-12
Israeli Foreign Minister Silvan Shalom has stated that Israel expects the U.S. to provide financial compensation if Jewish settlements in Gaza are dismantled. This statement…
Spanish Security Officials Searching for Those Responsible for Deadly Bombings in Madrid - 2004-03-11
On March 11, 2004, a series of bombings in Madrid resulted in 186 deaths and over a thousand injuries, occurring just days before parliamentary elections.…
Increase in U.S. Anti-Terrorism Cooperation with African Countries - 2004-03-11
The U.S. military has enhanced its anti-terrorism collaboration with North and West African nations, particularly Algeria, where they are providing support in the fight against…
Roadside Bomb Explosion Kills American Soldier North of Baghdad - 2004-03-10
A roadside bomb killed an American soldier in Iraq, following a grenade attack in Mosul that injured several. U.S. officials are adjusting their narrative regarding…
Iraq's Temporary Constitution to be Ratified Today - 2004-03-08
The Iraqi Governing Council is set to ratify a temporary constitution today, despite previous hesitations from Shia members regarding Kurdish powers. Concurrently, U.S. forces reported…
Iraq's Interim Constitution to be Signed on Monday - 2004-03-07
An agreement has been reached between the Iraqi Governing Council and Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani regarding the interim constitution, allowing for its signing tomorrow. The…
Interview with Hojjatoleslam Dibaji, Representative of Ayatollah Sistani in Kuwait - 2004-03-06
Hojjatoleslam Dibaji, representing Ayatollah Sistani in Kuwait, discusses the recent violence in Baghdad and Karbala during an interview. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in Iraq…
Iraq's Temporary Constitution to be Signed on Monday - 2004-03-06
Shiite members of the Iraqi Governing Council met with Ayatollah Sistani's son to address last-minute issues delaying the signing of Iraq's temporary constitution. They aim…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: The Passing of Ardeshir Afshin Rad - 2004-03-04
Ardeshir Afshin Rad, a promising young assistant director, died tragically one day after finishing his first film. His untimely death highlights the risks faced by…
Kofi Annan: Establishing Stability in Haiti May Take Years
Kofi Annan highlighted the challenges of establishing stability in Haiti, indicating it may take years and calling for long-term international support. The UN is assessing…
170 Killed in Suicide Bombings During Ashura Ceremonies in Baghdad and Karbala
Coordinated suicide bombings during Ashura ceremonies in Iraq resulted in 170 deaths and over 400 injuries. The attacks were condemned by Iraqi officials and attributed…
At least 170 killed in bombings in Baghdad and Karbala - 2004-03-02
Coordinated suicide bombings in Baghdad and Karbala during Ashura ceremonies resulted in at least 170 deaths and over 400 injuries. The Iraqi Transitional Governing Council…