May 2003
Historical Calendar: May 30, 1498 - Discovery of the Americas
On May 30, 1498, Christopher Columbus discovered a new continent while seeking gold on his third voyage. This event is significant as it marked the…
Bomb Explosion in a Court in Southern Sana'a, Capital of Yemen - 2003-05-14
A bomb exploded in a court in southern Yemen, injuring a judge and four others. The bombing occurred shortly after a man was sentenced to…
Arrest of Several Members of a Network Allegedly Plotting to Assassinate the U.S. Ambassador
The Lebanese Army has arrested several extremists suspected of plotting to assassinate U.S. Ambassador Vincent Battle. The group is also linked to previous bombings targeting…
British Diplomatic Presence in Iraq Resumed
British diplomats have returned to Iraq for the first time since the Gulf War, led by Christopher Segar. This resumption of diplomatic relations is significant…
Reopening of the British Diplomatic Office in Iraq - 2003-05-01
Britain is reopening its diplomatic office in Iraq for the first time since the Gulf War in 1991. Jack Straw announced that British diplomats will…