June 2004
End of One-Day Meeting of Southeast Asian Ministers
The Southeast Asian ministers concluded their meeting in Jakarta, focusing on terrorism and regional stability. They rejected linking terrorism to specific groups and supported UN…
Colin Powell, U.S. Secretary of State, Meets with President Omar al-Bashir - 2004-06-29
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, is visiting Sudan to demand the disarmament of Arab militias in Darfur accused of human rights violations. He…
NATO Will Remain Committed to Its Obligations Regarding Afghanistan - 2004-06-27
NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer announced that NATO will increase its military presence in Afghanistan amid rising security concerns as elections approach. Former…
Two Women Working on Elections Killed in Bomb Blast in Afghanistan - 2004-06-26
A bomb explosion in Afghanistan killed two women working on elections and injured at least 12 others. The Taliban claimed responsibility, warning against participation in…
Kofi Annan, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Announces Soon Appointing a Special Representative to Iraq - 2004-06-26
Kofi Annan announced the imminent appointment of a special representative to Iraq as the UN prepares for a larger role there amid worsening security conditions.…
Kofi Annan Joins U.S. Secretary of State in Darfur Crisis - 2004-06-26
Kofi Annan is set to join U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell in Sudan to address the ongoing crisis in Darfur, where Arab militias are…
United Nations Takes Command of Peacekeeping Operations in Haiti - 2004-06-26
The United Nations has assumed control of peacekeeping operations in Haiti from a US-led force, aiming to stabilize the country and facilitate elections. The transition…
The U.S. Withdraws Resolution Granting Immunity to American Soldiers from Prosecution
The U.S. has retracted a resolution that would have extended legal immunity for its soldiers accused of war crimes. This decision was influenced by international…
Due to the Spread of AIDS in Southern Africa, the Region is on the Brink of Extinction
James Morris, the UN special envoy, warns that the AIDS epidemic in Southern Africa is leading to a humanitarian crisis due to the deaths of…
Dragan Cavic: The massacre of thousands of Muslims is a 'dark page in the history of the Serbian people'
Dragan Cavic publicly acknowledged the 1995 Srebrenica massacre of Muslims as a significant atrocity in Serbian history. This marks a shift in the narrative surrounding…
Human Rights Watch Warns About the Situation of Sudanese Refugees - 2004-06-22
Human Rights Watch has raised alarms about cross-border raids by Arab militants against Sudanese refugees and Chadian villagers, documenting at least 7 such incidents this…
Anonymous Group Attacks UN Electoral Office in Southern Kabul - 2004-06-21
An unidentified armed group attacked the UN electoral office in Logar province, damaging vehicles but causing no casualties. The attack is linked to threats from…
Israeli Army: A Suspected Hezbollah Headquarters in Southern Lebanon Bombed - 2004-06-21
The Israeli army bombed a suspected Hezbollah headquarters in southern Lebanon following artillery fire from the region. Hezbollah has not commented on the incident, and…
African Union: Union President to Visit War-Torn Darfur
The African Union president is set to visit Darfur to encourage adherence to a ceasefire agreement amid ongoing violence. This visit comes as the U.S.…
Despite the Risk of Violent Actions, Afghanistan Elections Will Be Held on Schedule
Hamid Karzai has committed to holding Afghanistan's national elections in September despite warnings of potential disruptions by militants. Over four million Afghans have registered to…
Iran's Ambassador to the IAEA Welcomes New Resolution
Hossein Mousavian, Iran's ambassador to the IAEA, welcomed a new resolution that acknowledges Iran's partial cooperation with inspections while expressing regret over its lack of…
Kofi Annan's Opposition to Granting Immunity to International Peacekeepers - 2004-06-18
Kofi Annan opposes extending a resolution that provides immunity to international peacekeepers accused of war crimes, criticizing U.S. pressure for renewal amid allegations of prisoner…
Plans for Holding Elections in Iraq Next Year Are Progressing Well - 2004-06-17
The UN is making progress on plans for Iraq's elections scheduled for January next year, with an independent commission already established. However, public trust remains…
Kofi Annan: Inequality Has Increased Globally Over the Past 40 Years
Kofi Annan highlighted the growing global inequality over the past four decades during a meeting in Brazil with developing nations. He criticized the reliance of…
New Delhi to Reconsider Deployment of Indian Peacekeeping Forces to Iraq - 2004-06-11
India's Foreign Minister announced that New Delhi is reconsidering its stance on sending peacekeeping troops to Iraq following a new UN resolution. This shift comes…
China Condemns the Killing of 11 of Its Citizens in Afghanistan
China condemned the murder of 11 of its construction workers in Afghanistan, who were attacked while sleeping in a labor camp. President Hu Jintao and…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Overview of Iraq - 2004-06-10
Ahmed Brahimi discussed the security challenges facing Iraq's interim government during a press conference at the UN. Nazi Baghlari reported on these developments for Voice…
President Bush and Jacques Chirac Discuss the Role of the United Nations in Iraq - 2004-06-10
President Bush and French President Jacques Chirac discussed the UN's role in Iraq during a G8 summit. Chirac expressed concerns over NATO's involvement, while Bush…
Visit of the International Development Minister to the Darfur Region in Western Sudan - 2004-06-09
Hilary Benn, the UK International Development Minister, described the Darfur crisis as a major humanitarian emergency, urging the UN and Sudanese government to protect over…
Several Missiles Fired from Southern Lebanon Towards Israel Border - 2004-06-07
Several missiles were fired from southern Lebanon towards the Israeli border, targeting an Israeli naval vessel. The UN is investigating the incident, which highlights ongoing…
President Bush's Efforts to Garner Support from G8 Leaders - 2004-06-07
President Bush is attempting to secure support from G8 leaders for his policies in Iraq and the Middle East during the upcoming summit in Georgia.…
Attack on UN Election Staff in Afghanistan - 2004-06-06
A convoy of UN election staff in Afghanistan was attacked by landmines and gunfire but managed to reach safety without injuries. The attack is believed…
16 United Nations Aid Workers Released in Western Sudan - 2004-06-06
Sixteen United Nations aid workers were released by Sudanese rebels after being taken hostage in Darfur. The rebels claimed the kidnapping was for the safety…
Rebels in Darfur State Have Kidnapped 16 UN Aid Workers
Rebels in Darfur have kidnapped 16 UN aid workers, escalating tensions in the region. The Sudanese government is accused of neglecting Darfur and enabling violence…
Colin Powell: Agreement on New UN Resolution Regarding Iraq is Very Close - 2004-06-05
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. is nearing agreement on a new UN resolution for Iraq's sovereignty. The resolution's progress was aided by a letter…
President Bush Expresses Confidence in UN Resolution on Transfer of Sovereignty to Iraq - 2004-06-05
President Bush expressed confidence in a UN resolution for transferring sovereignty to Iraq, stating that a new government will be ready for elections in January.…
Jacques Chirac: The New Draft Resolution on Iraq Needs More Changes - 2004-06-02
French President Jacques Chirac called for more changes to a UN draft resolution on Iraq, insisting it must affirm the Iraqi government's sovereignty, especially in…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Selection of Members of the Interim Government of Iraq - 2004-06-02
Kofi Annan acknowledged the formation of Iraq's interim government as a positive step but raised alarms regarding the country's security issues. This development is crucial…
UN Special Envoy Urges Iraqis to Accept Interim Government - 2004-06-02
Lakhdar Brahimi, the UN Special Envoy, is advocating for the acceptance of the interim government in Iraq amidst ongoing violence and preparations for parliamentary elections.…
First Cases of AIDS-Related Deaths Reported in Afghanistan
The Afghan Ministry of Public Health has reported the first AIDS-related deaths in the country, involving a 45-year-old man and his two children. This highlights…
Hassan Rouhani Describes UN Report on Iran's Nuclear Activities as Insignificant
Hassan Rouhani dismissed a UN report on Iran's nuclear activities as insignificant, claiming only minor issues remain. However, American officials highlighted that the report raises…
United Nations Peacekeepers Arrive in Port-au-Prince, Capital of Haiti - 2004-06-02
UN peacekeepers have arrived in Haiti to take over from US-led coalition forces following a political crisis that resulted in the ousting of former President…
Interim President of Iraq: UN Security Council Restores Iraq's 'Full Sovereignty'
The interim president of Iraq has requested the UN Security Council to restore full sovereignty to Iraq, hoping for a resolution that would allow for…
Government Troops Reach Ceasefire Agreement with Rebel Soldiers
Government troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo have reached a ceasefire agreement with rebel soldiers in Bukavu. The UN will deploy forces to monitor…
Germany Ready to Cooperate with UN Resolution on Interim Government of Iraq - 2004-06-01
Germany is willing to collaborate on a UN resolution supporting Iraq's interim government, as Chancellor Schröder communicated this intention to President Bush. This cooperation comes…
Eight Thousand UN Forces and Civilian Police Enter Haiti - 2004-06-01
The United Nations is deploying around 8,000 personnel to Haiti to stabilize the country after a recent armed uprising led to the president's resignation. The…
Battle Between Congolese Government Forces and Former Rebels - 2004-06-01
A battle erupted between Congolese government forces and former rebels near Bukavu, resulting in casualties. The UN maintains control over the airport facilities, while peacekeepers…