United States Minor Outlying Islands
May 2004
President Bush Promises Continued Opposition to Taiwan Independence - 2004-05-29
President Bush assured Chinese President Hu Jintao that the U.S. will maintain its opposition to Taiwan's independence and adhere to the One China policy. The…
North Korea Denies Uranium Exports to Libya - 2004-05-29
North Korea has refuted claims that it exported uranium to Libya, as reported by the New York Times, which cited evidence from the IAEA. The…
America's Plan to Secure Nuclear Materials Worldwide - 2004-05-26
The U.S. has announced a $450 million initiative to secure nuclear materials globally to prevent their misuse by terrorists or rogue states. Secretary of Energy…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Draft Resolution by the US and UK on the Future of Iraq - 2004-05-25
The US and UK have presented a draft resolution concerning Iraq's future to the UN Security Council. This involves significant international diplomatic efforts regarding Iraq…
President Bush and Jacques Chirac Call for a Free, Stable, and Peaceful Iraq - 2004-05-25
President Bush and French President Jacques Chirac are advocating for a free and stable Iraq following a draft resolution presented to the UN by the…
London Strategic Studies Institute; Al-Qaeda has over 18,000 militants ready to attack
A report from the London Strategic Studies Institute reveals that Al-Qaeda has over 18,000 militants ready to attack, with numbers increasing due to the Iraq…
The United States and Britain Have Submitted a Draft Resolution to the United Nations - 2004-05-24
The US and UK have proposed a UN resolution to support the Iraqi interim government's sovereignty and the ongoing presence of US-led forces until the…
Draft Resolution Submitted to the United Nations Regarding the Scope of Iraq's Sovereignty - 2004-05-24
The U.S. is set to present a draft resolution to the UN regarding Iraq's sovereignty after the power transfer on June 30. The resolution promises…
Islamabad Protests American Soldiers' Incursion into Pakistani Territory - 2004-05-21
Islamabad has lodged a protest against the U.S. for a military incursion into Pakistan's territory, which occurred during a search for al-Qaeda and Taliban suspects.…
US Request for Resolution Supporting American Peacekeepers in UN Security Council - 2004-05-21
The US is seeking to renew a resolution in the UN Security Council that protects American peacekeepers from prosecution by the International Criminal Court. This…
Iraqis to Determine Government Powers After June 30
The U.S. has stated that the Iraqi people will decide the powers of their new government set to take over on June 30. James Cunningham…
UN Security Council Condemns Killing of Palestinian Civilians in Gaza - 2004-05-20
The UN Security Council condemned Israel for the killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza and called for an end to home demolitions. The US abstained…
The First Meeting of the Six Countries Achieves Expected Goals - 2004-05-19
The first meeting of six countries regarding North Korea's nuclear program concluded with China stating that it achieved its expected goals. North Korea indicated that…
King Abdullah: Arafat Must Reflect on His Role in the Palestinian Issue
King Abdullah of Jordan urged Yasser Arafat to reconsider his effectiveness in aiding the Palestinian cause amidst discussions of increasing the Palestinian Prime Minister's powers.…
North Korea Condemns the United States Again - 2004-05-19
North Korea has condemned the U.S. for military exercises with South Korea, claiming it escalates tensions and prepares for an attack. This statement follows the…
Witness Report: Global Phone Tapping for Counter-Terrorism - 2004-05-18
The article discusses global phone tapping as a counter-terrorism measure, investigations into terrorist attacks on Jewish prayer houses in Turkey and Argentina, and the collaboration…
China: The First Meeting of the Six-Party Working Group Achieved Its Expected Goals
China announced that the first meeting of the six-party working group on North Korea's nuclear program was successful. South Korea hopes for another round of…
Greek Army to Secure National Railway Network During Olympic Games
The Greek Army will secure the railway network during the Athens Olympic Games due to heightened security concerns following the Madrid train bombings. Over 70,000…
Amnesty International: Israel Must Immediately Halt the Destruction of Palestinian Homes
Amnesty International has urged Israel to stop demolishing Palestinian homes, arguing that such actions are disproportionate and constitute collective punishment. The organization also calls on…
The U.S. Condemns China's Threats Regarding the Use of Force Against Taiwan - 2004-05-18
The U.S. has condemned China's threats of force against Taiwan, emphasizing peaceful resolution through dialogue. This comes after China's harsh criticism of Taiwanese President Chen…
Tony Blair: Britain Will Remain in Iraq Until Mission Completion - 2004-05-18
Tony Blair affirmed that Britain will stay in Iraq until its mission is complete, emphasizing the need for a stable democracy following the assassination of…
King of Jordan: Establishing a Palestinian State is the Key to Middle East Peace
King Abdullah of Jordan emphasizes that a Palestinian state is essential for peace in the Middle East and for a united Arab response to terrorism.…
Condoleezza Rice: The U.S. and Russia Agree on Next Steps in Iraq - 2004-05-17
Condoleezza Rice announced a U.S.-Russia agreement on the next steps for Iraq, particularly regarding the transfer of sovereignty scheduled for June 30. This cooperation aims…
U.S. Stubbornness is the Main Obstacle to Reaching an Agreement on North Korea's Nuclear Program - 2004-05-15
North Korea claims that U.S. demands for it to take the first step in resolving the nuclear crisis are hindering negotiations. The North Korean delegation…
A Chinese National Residing in the U.S. Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Illegal Entry and Espionage in China - 2004-05-14
Mr. Jianli, a Chinese national living in the U.S., was sentenced to five years in prison for illegally entering China and espionage. He aimed to…
North Korea Unwilling to Withdraw Its Demands - 2004-05-12
The first meeting of the six-party talks regarding North Korea's nuclear crisis did not resolve key disagreements. North Korea remains firm on its demands for…
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…
The U.S. Expresses Concern Over Continued Violence in Western Sudan
The U.S. has raised alarms over the escalating violence in Darfur, where thousands have died and millions are displaced. The situation is compounded by slow…
Agreement Between the U.S. and Australia to Ensure Security of Air Routes Between the Two Countries - 2004-05-08
The U.S. and Australia have agreed to place armed marshals on flights between the two countries to enhance security. This decision was made in response…
UN Resolution Approving the Right of the Palestinian People to Achieve National Sovereignty - 2004-05-07
The UN General Assembly passed a resolution affirming the Palestinian people's right to national sovereignty despite US and Israeli opposition. This resolution highlights the ongoing…
The Global Community Will Take Decisive Action to End the Isolation of the Turkish Cypriot Community
The U.S. Special Coordinator for Cyprus announced that the global community will soon take decisive steps to alleviate the isolation of the Turkish Cypriot community.…
American Soldiers Enter Najaf - 2004-05-06
American soldiers have entered Najaf, increasing pressure on Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr amid ongoing violence. Heavy fighting has resulted in numerous casualties, and a video…
South Korea's Proposal to Prevent Maritime Clashes with North Korea - 2004-05-05
South Korea has proposed political negotiations to prevent maritime clashes with North Korea, particularly during the fishing season. The proposal was made during cabinet discussions…
Pakistan Protests to the US Over Incursion of American Soldiers into Its Territory - 2004-05-05
Pakistan has lodged a protest with the US regarding an incursion by American soldiers who entered its territory while pursuing suspects. The soldiers entered about…
High-Level South Korean Delegation Visits Pyongyang - 2004-05-04
A South Korean delegation is in Pyongyang to urge North Korea to soften its nuclear stance ahead of upcoming six-party talks. The visit is led…
Sharon: We Will Modify the Plan to Withdraw from Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon plans to modify his Gaza withdrawal plan to secure support from conservatives after facing opposition within his Likud party. The…
North Korea Protests Being Labeled a State Sponsor of Terrorism by the U.S.
North Korea has officially protested the U.S. designation of it as a state sponsor of terrorism, claiming it causes embarrassment and asserting its opposition to…
Some Western Nationals Leave Saudi Arabia
A brutal attack in Saudi Arabia led to the deaths of six employees of the A-B-B oil company, prompting some Western nationals, particularly Swedish employees,…
The U.S. Participates in Six-Party Talks on North Korea's Nuclear Program - 2004-05-01
The U.S. will participate in six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program but will not offer rewards unless North Korea ceases its nuclear activities. Expectations…
President Bush Thanks Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin - 2004-05-01
President Bush thanked Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin for Canada's civilian aid to Iraq and acknowledged Canada as a good ally despite its opposition to…
Deployment of Eight Thousand Soldiers and Police by the Security Council to Haiti - 2004-05-01
The UN Security Council has unanimously agreed to send over 8,000 soldiers and police to Haiti to restore order, replacing the current US-led multinational forces.…