May 2004
Russia Evacuates Most of Its Citizens from Iraq - 2004-05-28
Russia has evacuated the majority of its citizens from Iraq due to escalating dangers, particularly after recent attacks that resulted in fatalities among workers. This…
Explosives Discovered Near NATO Conference Venue in Slovakia
Explosives were found near the venue of a NATO conference in Bratislava, Slovakia, where lawmakers from NATO countries will meet for five days. This discovery…
Three Killed in Lebanon Protests - 2004-05-28
Three individuals were killed during protests in Lebanon after soldiers opened fire on demonstrators opposing government economic policies. In response, protesters set the Ministry of…
Protocol Signed Between Sudanese Government and Southern Rebels
The Sudanese government and southern rebels signed agreements to facilitate a final peace deal, ending a long civil war. The agreements do not address the…
Agreement Between the Sudanese Government and Southern Rebels - 2004-05-25
The Sudanese government and southern rebels have resolved major issues and are set to sign three protocols in Kenya to end a 22-year civil war.…
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,…
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…
Nazanin Ansari Report: Rejection of Film Script License for 'Forgetting' by Mohsen Makhmalbaf by the Ministry of Culture
The Iranian Ministry of Culture has officially rejected the film script license for 'Forgetting' by renowned filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf. This decision highlights ongoing censorship issues…
Rumsfeld on Investigation
Seven American soldiers are facing charges for abusing Iraqi detainees at Abu Ghraib prison. Donald Rumsfeld expressed regret over the actions of these soldiers, emphasizing…
President of Honduras: Honduran Soldiers Have Started to Leave Iraq - 2004-05-12
Honduran President Ricardo Maduro announced that Honduran soldiers have started leaving Iraq, with some already in Kuwait. This decision follows Spain's announcement to withdraw its…
Russia Asks Its Citizens to Leave Iraq
Russia has urged its citizens to leave Iraq after an attack on Russian contractors resulted in one death and two kidnappings. The Russian embassy is…
Italy and Pakistan Strongly Condemn American Soldiers' Mistreatment of Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-05-11
Italy and Pakistan condemned the mistreatment of Iraqi prisoners by American soldiers, calling it a horrific act. Both governments urged the U.S. to apologize and…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: German Foreign Minister's Visit to the U.S. - 2004-05-11
Joschka Fischer, the German Foreign Minister, is starting a three-day visit to the United States on May 11, 2004. This visit is significant as it…
Former Haitian President Requests Asylum in South Africa
Jean-Bertrand Aristide, the former President of Haiti, has requested asylum in South Africa while currently residing in Jamaica. His request will be reviewed by the…
Spanish Police Arrest Moroccan Man in Connection with Passenger Train Bombings
Spanish police arrested a Moroccan man linked to the March 11 train bombings in Madrid. This arrest is part of a broader investigation into the…
UN Warns Afghan Warlords' Refusal to Disarm Threatens Peace Ahead of Historic Elections
The UN has issued a warning regarding Afghan warlords' refusal to disarm before upcoming elections, which could jeopardize peace. The Afghan Ministry of Defense aims…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Protests in Berlin Against Kamel Kharrazi's Visit from Germany - 2004-05-05
Hundreds of Iranians in Germany protested in Berlin against Kamel Kharrazi's visit. The demonstration took place in front of the German Foreign Ministry. This event…
Lawyers for 12 Iraqi Families Submit Petition to London Court Over Deaths of Relatives
Lawyers for 12 Iraqi families have filed a petition in London claiming their relatives were unlawfully killed by British soldiers. They seek compensation and an…
Imam of a Mosque in Paris Managed a Terrorist Group
Midhat Guler, a Turkish-born imam in Paris, was arrested for allegedly managing a terrorist group. He has requested political asylum following his arrest. His family…
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…