February 2004
U.S. Department of Defense Denies Islamic Republic Media Reports on Osama bin Laden's Arrest - 2004-02-28
The U.S. Department of Defense has refuted claims from Iranian media about the arrest of Osama bin Laden, asserting that the search is ongoing but…
Richard Perle Resigns from U.S. Defense Advisory Role After 17 Years - 2004-02-26
Richard Perle, a prominent U.S. Defense advisor known for advocating the Iraq war, has resigned after 17 years, citing concerns about his controversial views impacting…
Donald Rumsfeld Praises Kazakhstan as a Model for Successful Disarmament - 2004-02-25
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld visited Kazakhstan, praising its successful disarmament and pledging support for its security in the Caspian Sea. He highlighted Kazakhstan's role…
Two Prisoners at Guantanamo Bay Officially Charged with War Crimes - 2004-02-25
Two prisoners at Guantanamo Bay have been charged with war crimes, marking the first military court trials for detainees. The individuals are linked to Osama…
Rejection of Human Rights Advocates' Request to Attend Terrorists' Trial in Guantanamo - 2004-02-24
Human rights organizations have had their request to attend the trials of suspected terrorists at Guantanamo Bay denied by the U.S. Department of Defense. This…
U.S. Defense Secretary's Visit to Uzbekistan - 2004-02-24
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is visiting Uzbekistan to discuss regional security and human rights issues with President Islam Karimov. This visit comes shortly after…
Donald Rumsfeld: The U.S. Has the Right to Detain Suspected Terrorists Without Trial
Donald Rumsfeld asserted the U.S. right to detain suspected terrorists without trial, suggesting indefinite imprisonment. He announced a commission to review Guantanamo detainees' cases, amid…
Two Bombs Shake Northern Iraq - 2004-02-01
Two suicide bombings in Erbil, northern Iraq, resulted in at least 7 deaths during an Eid al-Adha celebration. The attacks targeted political party offices, highlighting…