October 2003
Under the Microscope: Israeli General's Criticism of Sharon - 2003-10-31
Israeli General Moshe Yaalon criticized military tactics in Palestinian areas for harming innocent lives and jeopardizing Israeli interests. The Press Freedom Defense Association also demanded…
Trial of Two Men Accused of Involvement in Deadly Bali Bombings Begins
The trial of two men linked to the 2002 Bali bombings has commenced in Indonesia, where they face charges of aiding in bomb construction and…
Yasser Arafat has asked Ahmad Qurei to continue as Prime Minister
Yasser Arafat has requested Ahmad Qurei to remain as Prime Minister following his emergency cabinet term. Nabil Shaath confirmed Qurei's agreement to form a larger…
U.S. Secretary of State: Syria Should Not Escalate 'Artificial Tensions'
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell warned Syria against escalating tensions with Israel after Syrian Foreign Minister Farouk al-Sharaa threatened retaliation for Israeli attacks. This…
Trial of Two Indonesians Linked to Last Year's Deadly Bali Bombings Has Begun
The trial of two Indonesians accused of aiding the main suspects in the Bali bombings has commenced. One has been linked to renting a house…
Hambali to be Extradited for Trial to Indonesia
The U.S. has agreed to extradite Hambali, a key figure in the Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist group, to Indonesia for trial after completing his interrogation. This…
Interview with Ghasem Shole Saadi After His Release from Prison - 2003-10-20
Dr. Ghasem Shole Saadi, an Iranian lawyer, is set to appear in court tomorrow following his release from prison. The interview conducted by Setareh Derakhshesh…
Weekly Discussion: Interview with Shoaleh Saadi - 2003-10-17
The article features an interview with Shoaleh Saadi discussing the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Shirin Ebadi and the situation of political prisoners in Iran.…
An Indonesian Armed Rebel Killed in Southern Philippines
An Indonesian rebel named Fathur Rahman Al-Qozi was killed in a clash in the southern Philippines after escaping police custody. He was linked to the…
Gathering of Thousands in Indonesia to Commemorate Victims of Bali Terrorist Attack - 2003-10-12
Thousands gathered in Bali to honor the victims of the October 12 terrorist attack, attended by Australian PM John Howard. The event highlighted ongoing concerns…
Israel Plans to Build 550 New Homes in Jewish Settlements
Israel plans to construct 550 new homes in Jewish settlements in the West Bank, contradicting the U.S.-backed peace roadmap that seeks to halt such activities.…
Review of the Continued Construction of Security Barriers Around Palestinian Territories - 2003-10-01
The Israeli government is discussing the ongoing construction of security barriers in the West Bank, with Ariel Sharon advocating for barriers around Jewish settlements. The…