March 2004
Ahmad Qurei Welcomes Possible Israeli Withdrawal from West Bank
Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmad Qurei has cautiously welcomed the potential withdrawal of Israeli forces from the West Bank, urging that it should be part of…
Iraqi Rebels Kill 4 Civilians Working for Coalition Forces - 2004-03-31
Iraqi rebels killed 4 civilians working for U.S. coalition forces in Fallujah, a city known for anti-American sentiment. The White House condemned the attacks, highlighting…
An American soldier killed in a bomb explosion in western Baghdad - 2004-03-31
An American soldier was killed and another injured in a bomb explosion in western Baghdad, part of the Sunni Triangle. This follows a similar attack…
An American Soldier Killed in Bomb Explosion in an Area West of Baghdad - 2004-03-30
An American soldier was killed in a bomb explosion near Al-Habaniyah, Iraq, while a separate suicide bombing targeted the police chief's house in Hillah. Protests…
A Suicide Bomber in Afghanistan Shot Dead
A suicide bomber was shot dead by American soldiers in Afghanistan while attempting to attack a military convoy. This incident occurred near Jalalabad and comes…
Seven World Swimming Records Broken at U.S. College Championships - 2004-03-29
At the U.S. College Swimming Championships, seven world records were broken, primarily by swimmers from the University of Texas, including Aaron Peirsol and Ian Crocker.…
Young Boy Shot and Killed in West Bank - 2004-03-27
A young boy was shot and killed in the West Bank amidst ongoing violence between Israelis and Palestinians. His family alleges that Israeli soldiers fired…
European Union Appoints First Anti-Terrorism Official
The European Union has appointed Gijs de Vries as its first anti-terrorism official to enhance continental defense after the Madrid bombings. This move is part…
U.S. Army Aims to Enhance Mental Health of Soldiers in Iraq and Kuwait - 2004-03-26
The U.S. Army is increasing efforts to support the mental health of soldiers in Iraq and Kuwait due to low morale and higher suicide rates…
Palestinians Condemn U.S. Action in Vetoing UN Security Council Resolution
Palestinians condemned the U.S. veto of a UN resolution that condemned the assassination of Hamas leader Sheikh Ahmed Yassin. Saeb Erekat criticized the U.S. for…
Major Changes in the Deployment of U.S. Forces Worldwide - 2004-03-25
The U.S. Army plans to significantly alter its global deployment strategy, shifting focus from Europe and Asia to areas near potential conflict zones in the…
The Level of Violence in Kosovo Last Week Has Terrified Javier Solana
Javier Solana expressed his alarm over the recent violence in Kosovo, which resulted in 28 deaths and thousands displaced. He visited Kosovo to commemorate the…
Israeli Soldiers Shot Dead a Palestinian Teenager in Nablus
Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Palestinian teenager in Nablus during a clash, while a 7-year-old girl died from injuries sustained from Israeli gunfire in…
An Israeli Shot Dead by Al-Aqsa Martyrs
An Israeli was shot dead in Jerusalem by the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade, which claimed responsibility. Concurrently, Israeli military actions in Gaza resulted in injuries to…
Javier Solana Says Europeans Must Fight Terrorism Decisively - 2004-03-20
Javier Solana emphasized the need for Europeans to combat terrorism decisively while maintaining their way of life. EU security officials agreed to recommend a new…
Warplanes Called in Afghanistan to Attack Taliban Fighters - 2004-03-19
U.S. warplanes were deployed in Afghanistan to strike Taliban fighters following the death of two American soldiers in a firefight. This incident highlights ongoing military…
The United States Displays Equipment Obtained from Libya - 2004-03-16
The U.S. showcased equipment from Libya's nuclear program, marking a victory in the fight against terrorism. This follows Libya's agreement to dismantle its weapons of…
Draw Between the National Football Teams of the USA and Haiti - 2004-03-15
The USA and Haiti national football teams played to a 1-1 draw in Miami. Alexander Bousico scored for Haiti, while Dan Cliff equalized for the…
A Man Killed in a Bomb Explosion at a Store in Central Baghdad
A bomb exploded in a store in central Baghdad, killing a man related to an Iraqi Governing Council member. The incident highlights ongoing violence in…
Turkish Police: Attackers on Freemason Center in Istanbul Were Turkish Citizens - 2004-03-12
Two Turkish citizens carried out a suicide attack on a Freemason center in Istanbul after being trained in Afghanistan and planning to go to Chechnya.…
Investigation into Iraq Contracts by Halliburton - 2004-03-12
Pentagon auditors are investigating Halliburton for misconduct related to billions in Iraq contracts, including overcharging for food services and oil transportation. Dick Cheney's past leadership…
Two American Soldiers Killed in Iraq on Thursday - 2004-03-12
Two American soldiers were killed in Iraq due to a roadside bomb explosion, and another soldier was injured. This follows a similar incident the day…
Armed men kill two employees of a coalition contractor in Iraq - 2004-03-12
Armed men killed two Iraqi women working for an American contractor in Basra, Iraq, a day after three coalition civilians were shot. The FBI is…
Ariel Sharon and His Palestinian Counterpart Will Meet Next Week - 2004-03-10
Ariel Sharon and Ahmed Qurei are set to meet next week for the first time since October, with preliminary discussions planned for Sunday. This meeting…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Interview with Nahid Riazi about International Women's Day
On International Women's Day, an interview was conducted with Nahid Riazi, a political activist in Denmark, discussing the significance of the day and related programs.…
A Delegation from the Korean Peninsula Energy Development Organization Arrives in Pyongyang - 2004-03-09
A high-level delegation from the Korean Peninsula Energy Development Organization has arrived in Pyongyang to discuss the construction of two nuclear reactors. This meeting comes…
Five British Nationals Handed Over from Guantanamo Prison to the UK Government
Five British nationals have been transferred from Guantanamo Bay to the UK after being held for over two years. The UK government will assess their…
An American Soldier Killed in Bomb Explosion North of Baghdad - 2004-03-09
An American soldier was killed and another injured in a roadside bomb explosion near Baqubah, Iraq. This incident follows a grenade attack in Mosul that…
Six Killed in Clash Between Aristide Supporters and Protesters in Haiti - 2004-03-08
Supporters of former Haitian President Aristide clashed with protesters, resulting in six deaths and over 30 injuries. The protests were sparked by Aristide's departure and…
Four Palestinians Killed and at Least 15 Injured in Clashes in Gaza Strip
Four Palestinians were killed and at least 15 injured in clashes at the Erez crossing in Gaza, where militants disguised as Israeli soldiers attacked. Hamas…
Haitians Gradually Return to Work - 2004-03-05
Haitians are slowly returning to work as stores reopen in Port-au-Prince following recent unrest. U.S. and French troops are working together to restore order, while…
Shia Leaders in Pakistan Demand Resignation of Regional Police Chief and Other Officials
Shia leaders in Pakistan are demanding the resignation of a police chief following a deadly attack that killed 43 Shia individuals. The incident has sparked…
Israeli Defense Ministry Threatens Jews Living in Unauthorized Settlements in West Bank with Eviction - 2004-03-04
The Israeli Defense Ministry has threatened Jews in unauthorized West Bank settlements with eviction ahead of Ariel Sharon's visit to Washington, where he will discuss…
Three Hamas Members Killed in Israeli Airstrike
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed three members of Hamas. This incident is part of Israel's ongoing military operations against groups accused of carrying out…
Dozens of Georgian Soldiers Return from Iraq
Dozens of Georgian soldiers have returned home from Iraq after serving in peacekeeping operations. This return follows their deployment near Tikrit, and Georgia plans to…
At least 39 killed in shooting between Nepal police and Maoist rebels
A violent confrontation in eastern Nepal resulted in the deaths of at least 39 individuals, including soldiers, police, and Maoist rebels. The incident highlights ongoing…
U.S. Defense Department Places 18,000 National Guard Soldiers on Standby
The U.S. Defense Department is preparing to deploy 18,000 National Guard soldiers to Iraq, indicating a prolonged military presence in the region. This decision involves…
Results of the 76th Academy Awards Announced - 2004-03-01
The 76th Academy Awards recognized 'The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King' as Best Picture, with Peter Jackson winning Best Director. Charlize…