April 2003
Allegations of Fraud in Yemen's Parliamentary Elections - 2003-04-29
Yemen's parliamentary elections have been marred by allegations of fraud from the opposition party, Al-Islah, against the ruling General People's Congress. The situation has led…
Tony Blair: There is no doubt that Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction - 2003-04-28
Tony Blair asserts that there is certainty regarding Saddam Hussein's possession of weapons of mass destruction and expresses confidence that coalition forces will uncover them.…
Two Venezuelan Military Personnel Seek Asylum in Peru
Two retired Venezuelan military officers have fled to Peru seeking asylum due to fears of government retaliation for their opposition to President Chavez. Their request…
Under the Microscope: Tony Blair's Press Conference on Iran - 2003-04-28
Tony Blair held a press conference in London discussing the Iranian regime and Iraq. Meanwhile, the Iranian judiciary has sent Abbas Amir Entezam back to…
Tony Blair: Disagreements Over Iraq Should Not Lead to a Cold War Between the United States and Europe - 2003-04-28
Tony Blair warns that disagreements over Iraq could lead to a Cold War-like divide between the U.S. and Europe. He emphasizes the need for partnership…
Report Shahid: Interview with Ramin Parham Regarding the Holding of a Referendum in Iran - 2003-04-27
Ramin Parham, an Iranian researcher, critiques the Islamic Republic's proposal for a referendum, labeling it as misleading. This discussion highlights concerns regarding the authenticity and…
Senator Sam Brownback's Comments Opposing the French Foreign Minister's Visit to Iran - 2003-04-25
Senator Sam Brownback has publicly opposed the visit of the French Foreign Minister to Iran, citing concerns over meetings with Iranian officials. This opposition reflects…
An Italian Newspaper Report on the Influence of Islamic Republic Spies in Iraq - 2003-04-25
An Italian newspaper reveals that Iranian spies have infiltrated Iraq to fuel a Shiite movement. This involvement highlights Iran's strategic interests in Iraq and its…
Russia's Agreement to Temporarily Lift Sanctions Imposed on Iraq - 2003-04-24
Russia's Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov announced potential support for temporarily lifting sanctions on Iraq to improve humanitarian conditions, although he did not confirm Russia's backing.…
France Proposes Immediate Lifting of UN Economic Sanctions Against Iraq - 2003-04-23
France has proposed the immediate lifting of UN economic sanctions against Iraq, a move supported by the U.S. Ambassador Jean-Marc de La Sablière emphasized the…
Under the Microscope: Have Iraqi Shiites Learned from Iran's Experience?
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses whether Iraqi Shiites will learn from Iran's political experiences as they navigate their own governance choices. He also touches on…
UN Security Council Meeting with Head of Iraqi Weapons Inspectors - 2003-04-22
The UN Security Council met with Hans Blix to discuss the role of weapons inspectors in Iraq post-war. Russia insists on confirmation of Iraq's disarmament…
Pentagon Sends Team of Weapons Experts to Iraq to Search for Weapons of Mass Destruction - 2003-04-18
The Pentagon is dispatching a team of around one thousand experts to Iraq to search for weapons of mass destruction and investigate links between the…
Iranian American Republican Council Conference - 2003-04-17
The Iranian American Republican Council held its annual conference in Washington, D.C., focusing on political participation and support for U.S. resolutions advocating democracy in Iran.…
Shahid Report: Doubtful Analyses of French-Language Publications in Arab Countries - 2003-04-16
French-language publications in Arab countries express skepticism about the narratives surrounding the Iraq War and Saddam Hussein's fall, suggesting that his escape and the rapid…
Meeting of British and French Leaders on the Sidelines of the EU Summit in Athens
Tony Blair and Jacques Chirac met for the first time since the Iraq war began, discussing Iraq's situation and the role of the UN in…
End of Meeting Between Former Iraqi Opposition Members and American Officials in Nasiriyah - 2003-04-15
A meeting between former Iraqi opposition members and U.S. officials concluded with an agreement to establish a democratic Iraq, with a follow-up meeting planned in…
Washington Aware of Contacts Between Russian and Iraqi Intelligence - 2003-04-15
Washington is aware of intelligence exchanges between Russia and Iraq but seeks more information before making conclusions. U.S. Ambassador Alexander Vershbow stated it is premature…
The United States is Reviewing Economic and Political Sanctions Against Syria - 2003-04-14
The U.S. is considering sanctions against Syria due to its wartime actions, particularly allegations of chemical weapons and support for ousted Iraqi leaders. This announcement…
Russia Expresses Concern Over Humanitarian Situation in Iraq - 2003-04-13
Russia has voiced concerns about the humanitarian crisis in Iraq, stating that the occupying forces are responsible for the needs of the Iraqi people. Additionally,…
Phone Conversation Between Chirac and Blair - April 13, 2003
French President Jacques Chirac and British Prime Minister Tony Blair discussed the outcome of a meeting between France, Germany, and Russia regarding the reconstruction of…
Looting and Plundering of the National Museum of Iraq - 2003-04-12
American and British forces are trying to establish order in Iraq while also combating resistance. The National Museum of Iraq has suffered significant looting, with…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: Investigations into Saddam Hussein's Crimes Have Begun - 2003-04-11
Investigations into the crimes of Saddam Hussein have commenced following a proposal from Human Rights Watch for an international court. The Nuremberg public prosecutor's office…
Chirac: France Welcomes the Fall of a Dictatorial Regime Like All Democracies - 2003-04-10
French President Jacques Chirac praised the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime in Iraq, hoping for a quick restoration of sovereignty with UN support. German Chancellor…
Tony Blair: I Am Pleased with the Fall of Baghdad, but the War Is Not Over Yet - 2003-04-10
Tony Blair expressed satisfaction with the fall of Baghdad but cautioned that the war is ongoing. Jacques Chirac emphasized the need for prioritizing humanitarian aid…
Bush and Blair: The UN Should Play a Vital Role in Iraq's Reconstruction - 2003-04-09
President Bush and Prime Minister Blair emphasize the importance of the UN in Iraq's post-Saddam reconstruction. While there are indications that the US seeks a…
Under the Microscope: U.S. Forces in Baghdad, Rejection of Parliamentary Resolutions, and the Arrest of Dr. Nemat Ahmadi - 2003-04-08
The article discusses the U.S. military's entry into Baghdad and the implications of this action, alongside the rejection of parliamentary resolutions by Iran's Guardian Council…
Congo's Civil War Casualties Exceed All Other Wars Since World War II
The Democratic Republic of Congo has experienced the highest number of casualties from civil wars since World War II, with over three million deaths reported…
President Bush and Tony Blair Emphasized That the Government of Iraq Should Be in the Hands of the Iraqi People - 2003-04-08
President Bush and Tony Blair announced that the Iraqi government should be established by the Iraqi people, with the UN playing a crucial role in…
Discussions on Iraq's Reconstruction After the War - 2003-04-08
President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair are discussing Iraq's post-war reconstruction, with Blair advocating for a UN role while Bush insists on immediate coalition…
Under the Microscope: Bush and Blair's Talks, Kharrazi's One-Day Trip to Turkey - 2003-04-07
Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh discusses the talks between President Bush and Prime Minister Blair regarding Iraq and Iran's Foreign Minister Kharrazi's visit to Turkey. This is…
President Bush's Meeting and Discussion with Tony Blair in Northern Ireland - 2003-04-07
President Bush is meeting with Prime Minister Tony Blair in Northern Ireland to discuss Iraq's reconstruction and peace efforts in the Middle East and Northern…
Meeting Between President Bush and Tony Blair in Northern Ireland - 2003-04-07
President Bush and Prime Minister Blair met in Northern Ireland to discuss the Iraq war, the Middle East peace process, and the political situation in…
American Journalist Dies While Reporting on Iraq War - 2003-04-06
David Bloom, an American journalist for NBC, died from a blood clot while reporting on the Iraq War. His death adds to the toll of…
Paul Wolfowitz: The Saddam Hussein Government Will Not Escape War
Paul Wolfowitz announced that the Saddam Hussein government will not survive the war and that coalition forces will take initial control of Iraq's administration. He…
President Bush Expresses Confidence that Saddam Hussein's Regime is in its Final Days - 2003-04-06
President Bush announced that he believes Saddam Hussein's regime is nearing its end, emphasizing the arrival of freedom for Iraqis. He is set to meet…
British MP and Saddam Hussein Supporter Refuses to Meet Tortured Iraqi Woman - 2003-04-06
George Galloway, a British MP known for his support of Saddam Hussein, refused to meet with Freshta Raper, an Iraqi Kurdish woman who suffered torture…
Revocation of Citizenship of a British-Yemeni National - 2003-04-05
The British government has revoked the citizenship of Abu Hamza al-Masri, a British-Yemeni Islamist extremist, due to his support for the 9/11 attacks. He will…
Approval of the Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Congo - 2003-04-05
Joseph Kabila has approved a new constitution aimed at ending a five-year civil war in the Democratic Republic of Congo through a power-sharing agreement with…
Bush and Blair Meeting This Week in Northern Ireland - 2003-04-05
President Bush and Prime Minister Blair are set to meet in Northern Ireland to discuss the ongoing war in Iraq and related humanitarian efforts. This…
Mr. Blair is interested in a constructive role for the UN in future Iraq while the US government believes this role is still undefined - 2003-04-04
President Bush and Prime Minister Blair are set to discuss the Iraq war and the UN's potential role in post-war Iraq, with differing views on…
Report by Reporters Without Borders on the Arrests of Iranian Journalists - 2003-04-04
The report by Reporters Without Borders highlights the alarming rate of journalist arrests in Iran, indicating that the Islamic Republic leads the region in such…
Under the Microscope: Tony Blair's Statements on Iran and Syria and Hashemi Rafsanjani's Remarks - April 4, 2003
The article discusses Tony Blair's comments regarding Iran and Syria alongside Hashemi Rafsanjani's statements during a Friday prayer, where he challenges the validity of Ayatollah…
Capital Steps Performers - 2003-04-03
The arrival of spring marks the beginning of musical performances in Washington, including a group called Capital Steps Players performing during the Cherry Blossom Festival.…
Thousands Protest Against War in Several Cities in Indonesia - 2003-04-03
Thousands of Indonesians protested against the U.S.-led war in Iraq across several cities, condemning world leaders as war criminals. The protests involved a diverse group…
Latest Reports Indicate US Soldiers Are Only 30 Kilometers from the Capital of Iraq - 2003-04-02
US-led forces are advancing towards Baghdad, having reportedly destroyed the Republican Guard division defending Al-Kut. Eyewitnesses report casualties from a missile strike on a Red…
Under the Microscope: Analyzing the War Situation and the Guardian Council's Rejection of the Parliament's Bill
Dr. Nouri Zadeh discusses the ongoing war situation as it reaches its third week and the Guardian Council's recent rejection of a parliamentary bill aimed…
Guardian Council Rejects Important Reform Bill from Islamic Consultative Assembly
The Guardian Council in Iran has rejected a significant reform bill aimed at limiting its power over candidate disqualifications, marking a setback for President Khatami.…
Tony Blair: Iraqis Must Take Control of Their Country as Soon as Possible - 2003-04-02
Tony Blair emphasized the need for Iraqis to take control of their country following the conflict, suggesting a temporary government will be established. Jack Straw…
Intense Airstrikes Targeting Locations in Baghdad and Republican Guard Positions - 2003-04-01
U.S.-led coalition forces launched multiple airstrikes in Baghdad, hitting Republican Guard positions and causing civilian casualties. The Iraqi government reported 19 civilian deaths and additional…
Large Clouds of Smoke Over the Iraqi Presidential Palace - 2003-04-01
On April 1, 2003, large clouds of smoke rose over the Iraqi presidential palace amid massive explosions in Baghdad as U.S. ground forces advanced into…