United States Minor Outlying Islands
April 2004
Abu Bakar Bashir Rearrested After Release from Prison - 2004-04-30
Abu Bakar Bashir, a Muslim cleric suspected of terrorism, was re-arrested in Indonesia immediately after being released from prison due to new evidence against him.…
The U.S. Condemns the Islamic Government of Sudan - 2004-04-29
The U.S. has criticized the Sudanese government for neglecting the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, where thousands have died and millions are displaced. The Sudanese government…
Coalition Forces Shell Targets in Fallujah After Ceasefire Deadline Expired - 2004-04-28
Coalition forces led by the U.S. shelled targets in Fallujah after a ceasefire deadline expired, resulting in explosions and smoke in the city. General Mark…
The United States' Intent to Reduce Military Presence Along the Korean Border - 2004-04-27
The U.S. plans to reduce its military presence at the Korean border, withdrawing nearly all troops from Panmunjom by late October. This move aims to…
US Provides $100,000 Aid to Victims of Train Explosion in North Korea - 2004-04-27
The US is providing $100,000 in aid to North Korean train explosion victims, where 150 died and 1,300 were injured. The aid will be managed…
Iraq's Transitional Governing Council: We Will Unveil the New Flag of Iraq This Week - 2004-04-27
The Transitional Governing Council of Iraq, backed by the U.S., will unveil a new flag symbolizing a break from the Saddam Hussein era. The new…
Former British Diplomats Criticize Tony Blair's Middle East Policies
Fifty-two former British diplomats criticized Prime Minister Tony Blair's Middle East policies in a letter, urging him to abandon U.S. strategies they deem failed. They…
Ibrahimi: Although forming a new Iraqi government by June 30 will not be easy, it is possible
Lakhdar Brahimi, the UN envoy to Iraq, believes that forming a new government by June 30 is possible despite challenges. The US and UN plan…
New Effort to End the Conflict in Western Sudan - 2004-04-24
A new dialogue is set to occur in Chad to address the ongoing conflict in Darfur, Western Sudan, which has resulted in significant loss of…
The U.S. Rejects Amendments to the Resolution Criticizing Sudan
The U.S. has rejected proposed amendments to a UN resolution criticizing Sudan for human rights abuses in Darfur, emphasizing ongoing ethnic cleansing in the region.…
Calendar Day, April 21: Independence of the Island of Cuba - 2004-04-21
On April 21, 1898, the United States engaged in war with Spain to assist Cuba in achieving independence. This event marked a significant moment in…
Israeli Soldiers Open Fire on Crowd of Palestinians Throwing Stones - 2004-04-20
Israeli soldiers shot at Palestinians throwing stones in Gaza, resulting in two deaths. This incident occurred amid ongoing discussions at the UN regarding a resolution…
On This Day, April 18: The Transfer of the Panama Canal to Panama was Confirmed - 2004-04-18
On April 18, 1978, the U.S. Senate ratified a treaty to hand over the Panama Canal to Panama. This significant event involved the United States…
Saudi Security Forces Defuse Large Bomb Planted in Vehicle - 2004-04-17
Saudi security forces defused a large bomb in a vehicle in Riyadh, marking the third such incident in five days. The U.S. has warned of…
US Reiterates Request to Syria to Prevent Insurgents from Entering Iraq - 2004-04-17
The US has reiterated its demand to Syria to stop insurgents from entering Iraq, emphasizing Syria's responsibility for Iraq's stability. Richard Boucher announced that a…
The U.S. Will Contribute $400 Million to the Reconstruction of Cyprus
The U.S. has pledged $400 million for the reconstruction of Cyprus, contingent on approval of a UN proposal by both Turkish and Greek communities in…
Human Rights Advocates Criticize Torture of Terrorism Suspects
Human Rights Watch has condemned the practice of sending terrorism suspects to countries with a history of torture. Countries like Canada, Germany, the U.S., and…
U.S. Request to Pakistan for Troops Deployment to Iraq - 2004-04-14
The U.S. has requested Pakistan to send troops to Iraq to support a forthcoming UN mission amid deteriorating security conditions. Kofi Annan has indicated that…
USA: Parties in Sudan Conflict Will Face Economic Sanctions if Peace is Not Achieved
The U.S. has warned that economic sanctions may be imposed on the conflicting parties in Sudan if they do not reach a peace agreement. Ongoing…
UN Nuclear Inspectors Arrive in Tehran
UN nuclear inspectors have arrived in Tehran to assess Iran's compliance with its uranium enrichment commitments. This follows conflicting statements from Iranian officials regarding the…
Calendar of the Day, April 12: Roosevelt Passed Away - 2004-04-12
On April 12, 1945, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the President of the United States during World War II, died. His passing marked a significant moment in…
Pakistan's Angry Reaction to U.S. Diplomatic Criticism
Pakistan has reacted angrily to U.S. criticism of its efforts to combat al-Qaeda and Taliban fighters. U.S. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad warned that if Pakistan does…
The U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Arms Dealers to Iran - 2004-04-03
The U.S. has sanctioned 13 foreign companies and individuals for selling weapons-related technology to Iran, marking the largest such action since 2000. This move is…
NATO Ministers Approve Plan to Expand Union's Peacekeeping Operations in Afghanistan
NATO ministers approved an expansion of peacekeeping operations in Afghanistan, extending from Kabul to five northern cities by June. Colin Powell noted NATO's hesitance regarding…
Los Angeles Report: OPEC Countries' Decision to Reduce Oil Production - 2004-04-02
OPEC countries have decided to cut oil production, which is significant given the U.S. concerns about transportation continuity. This decision comes amid a speech by…
China asks the US to refrain from official contact with Taiwan
China has requested the US to avoid official interactions with Taiwan, emphasizing its opposition to the island's independence. This comes as Taiwan's leader seeks US…