United States Minor Outlying Islands
June 2004
French Foreign Minister Calls on Israel to End Yasser Arafat's Imprisonment - 2004-06-30
French Foreign Minister Michel Barnier urged Israel to end the imprisonment of Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, calling him the legitimate representative of the Palestinian people.…
ElBaradei: Inspectors Have Visited an Abandoned Nuclear Site in Iran
Mohamed ElBaradei announced that IAEA inspectors visited an abandoned nuclear site in Iran amid U.S. suspicions of secret nuclear weapons tests. Iran has agreed to…
Under the Microscope: The Official Transfer of Power in Iraq to the Transitional Government - 2004-06-28
The article discusses the official transfer of power in Iraq to a transitional government and the coordination of U.S. positions with the EU and NATO…
President Bush Arrives in Ankara, Turkey - 2004-06-27
President Bush visited Ankara to express U.S. and EU support for Iraq's interim government. He emphasized the end of disagreements over the Iraq war and…
NATO is Likely to Approve Military Training Plan for New Iraqi Army - 2004-06-27
NATO is expected to approve a military training plan for the new Iraqi army, reflecting increased support for Iraq's governing authority. Interim Prime Minister Iyad…
The U.S. Urges Israel and Palestinians to Seize Opportunities - 2004-06-26
The U.S. is encouraging Israel and the Palestinians to utilize the opportunity for withdrawal from Gaza, as violence persists in the region. William Burns, the…
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 to Extend Immunity for American Peacekeepers
The U.S. has withdrawn its resolution to extend immunity for American peacekeepers from war crimes prosecution to avoid disputes in the UN Security Council. This…
The U.S. Warns Citizens Again About Travel to Saudi Arabia - 2004-06-24
The U.S. has issued a renewed travel warning for Saudi Arabia due to recent attacks against Americans, urging citizens to avoid travel and leave the…
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…
The U.S. Gives North Korea Three Months to Begin Dismantling Its Nuclear Program - 2004-06-23
The U.S. has given North Korea a three-month deadline to start dismantling its nuclear program and report on its nuclear activities. This proposal was made…
Possibility of Renewed War Between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda - 2004-06-23
Tensions are escalating between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, with Congo accusing Rwanda of supporting dissidents and sending troops to the border. Rwanda…
South Korea: We Will Take Any Diplomatic Actions for the Release of Kim Sun-il
South Korea is facing a hostage crisis as Kim Sun-il, a South Korean businessman, has been taken by Iraqi militants who threaten to kill him…
Two Fighter Pilots Killed During Training Mission in Iran - 2004-06-21
Two fighter pilots died in a training mission due to the crash of a Tomcat F-14 jet near Isfahan airbase. This incident highlights ongoing issues…
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…
The United States Criticizes the Sudanese Government - 2004-06-15
The U.S. has condemned the Sudanese government for hindering humanitarian aid in Darfur, despite prior assurances to facilitate such efforts. Richard Boucher highlighted ongoing harassment…
Syrian President to Visit China Next Week - 2004-06-14
Bashar al-Assad, the President of Syria, is set to visit China next week at the invitation of Hu Jintao. The visit highlights the close ties…
U.S. Secretary of State: Saudi Arabia is Collaborating Seriously
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell announced that Saudi Arabia is actively working to address attacks on foreign workers. He highlighted the recent killing 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…
New Round of Six-Party Talks Likely to Begin Before End of June
A new round of six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program is expected to start before the end of June, with a tentative date set…
UN Security Council Approves Transfer of Sovereignty in Iraq to a Temporary Iraqi Government - 2004-06-09
The UN Security Council has approved the transfer of sovereignty in Iraq to a temporary government, marking a significant step in Iraq's political transition. The…
Negotiations on the Relocation of U.S. Forces in South Korea End Without Agreement - 2004-06-08
Negotiations between the U.S. and South Korea regarding the relocation of American troops ended without an agreement. While some issues were discussed, key points, including…
The United States Will Withdraw One Third of Its Forces from South Korea by the End of Next Year
The U.S. is set to withdraw one third of its military forces from South Korea by the end of next year, amounting to 12,500 troops.…
Report on France-US Relations Regarding Iraq - 2004-06-07
The report highlights the dynamics of France and the United States' relationship in the context of Iraq, reflecting the broader geopolitical tensions of the time.…
The U.S. Plans to Withdraw One Third of Its Troops from South Korea by the End of Next Year
The U.S. plans to withdraw one third of its troops from South Korea by the end of next year, marking the first significant reduction in…
The Security Council is on the verge of agreeing on the text of the Iraq resolution - 2004-06-06
The UN Security Council is nearing agreement on a resolution regarding Iraq's future, as stated by Condoleezza Rice. The resolution, proposed by the US and…
New Draft Resolution of the Security Council Further Guarantees Iraq's Sovereignty - 2004-06-05
The US and UK have proposed a new Security Council resolution to enhance Iraq's sovereignty, set to expire at the end of 2005. The interim…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Security Council Meeting on Iraq Draft Resolution - 2004-06-03
The UN Security Council is meeting to discuss a draft resolution concerning Iraq proposed by the US and UK, with the Iraqi Foreign Minister set…
Mexico and the United States Reach Agreement on Long-Distance Phone Call Rates
Mexico and the United States have agreed on long-distance phone call rates, which is expected to save millions for subscribers. This agreement follows a case…
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…
Russia Joins U.S. Initiative to Combat the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction - 2004-06-01
Russia has officially joined the U.S.-led Proliferation Security Initiative aimed at combating the spread of weapons of mass destruction. This move marks Russia as the…
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…