March 2003
Deployment of Two Japanese Spy Satellites in Earth's Orbit - 2003-03-28
Japan has launched two spy satellites to monitor North Korea's weapons programs, a move prompted by North Korea's previous missile tests. The launch was heavily…
Report on Reactions of the French Government, People, and Press to the Iraq War - March 27, 2003
The article discusses the reactions of the French government, citizens, and media to the Iraq War in 2003. It highlights the sentiments and opinions prevalent…
North Korea Withdraws from Negotiations with the United Nations Command in South Korea
North Korea has exited negotiations with the UN Command in South Korea, protesting against US-South Korea military exercises. Additionally, it has warned Japan against launching…
Japan Warns of Abandoning 2002 Joint Declaration with North Korea
Japan is warning North Korea that continued missile tests could lead to the abandonment of a 2002 joint declaration aimed at improving relations. North Korea…
Senior Iraqi Official: Baghdad is Preparing for War - 2003-03-17
A senior Iraqi official, General Hosam Amin, announced that Baghdad is preparing for a possible attack from the United States, despite efforts to prove disarmament…
NATO Defense Ministers Meeting Discusses Increasing Likelihood of War in Iraq - 2003-03-15
NATO defense ministers met to discuss the escalating likelihood of war in Iraq, expressing low hopes for a diplomatic resolution. Key figures included defense ministers…
An American Aircraft Carrier Arrives on the Shores of South Korea - 2003-03-14
An American aircraft carrier has arrived in South Korea ahead of joint military exercises with South Korean forces. This deployment follows the dispatch of a…
Iraq's Report to the United Nations on the Destruction of Its Deadly VX Gas Stockpiles - 2003-03-14
Iraq is submitting a report to the UN about the destruction of its VX gas stockpiles, claiming they were eliminated in 1991. Iraqi officials have…
Tokyo Government Deploys Japanese Destroyer in Korean Peninsula Waters - 2003-03-13
The Tokyo government has deployed a destroyer to the Korean Peninsula amid reports that North Korea plans to test a ballistic missile capable of striking…
The United States Sends Stealth Bombers to the Persian Gulf for Possible War Against Iraq - 2003-03-13
The U.S. has deployed stealth bombers to the Persian Gulf in preparation for a potential conflict with Iraq, joining a significant military presence in the…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with a Commentator from Al-Ahram Newspaper, Egypt - 2003-03-12
Nazi Baghlari reports on an interview conducted by a Voice of America journalist with a commentator from the Egyptian newspaper Al-Ahram. The discussion likely covers…
The U.S. Warns Baghdad That Using Civilians as Human Shields Will Be Considered a War Crime - 2003-03-12
The U.S. has issued a warning to Iraq regarding the use of civilians as human shields, labeling it a war crime. A group of South…
U.S. Federal Court Ruling: Detainees at Guantanamo Are Not Entitled to U.S. Legal Rights - 2003-03-12
The U.S. Court of Appeals ruled that Guantanamo detainees, suspected of terrorism, do not have U.S. legal rights. This decision affects foreign nationals from countries…
Kofi Annan's Efforts to Resolve the Cyprus Crisis Have Failed
Kofi Annan's recent attempt to mediate the Cyprus crisis has failed after extensive negotiations with both Greek and Turkish leaders. Despite this setback, Turkish and…
Kofi Annan Opens Negotiations on the Fate of Divided Cyprus - 2003-03-10
Kofi Annan has initiated negotiations to address the division of Cyprus, involving leaders from both the Turkish and Greek communities. The discussions are crucial as…
Oscar Web Contest
A contest is being held for predicting the winners of the 75th annual Oscar awards, with participants able to win a prize from the Persian…