September 2003
Draft of Iraq's New Constitution May Take at Least One Year
Iraqi officials have indicated that drafting a new constitution will take at least a year, contradicting the U.S. six-month timeline. Disagreements among jurists and religious…
A Civilian Translator Arrested at Boston Airport - 2003-09-30
A civilian translator, Ahmad Mohalba, was arrested at Boston's Logan International Airport for allegedly lying and possessing classified documents from Guantanamo Bay. This incident marks…
U.S. Justice Department Investigation into Unauthorized Disclosure of CIA Agent's Identity
The U.S. Justice Department is investigating the unauthorized disclosure of CIA agent Valerie Plame's identity, allegedly by the White House. This incident involves President Bush's…
An American Soldier Killed in Bombings West of Baghdad - 2003-09-30
An American soldier was killed in bombings in western Baghdad, with three others injured. U.S. forces arrested several Iraqis suspected of kidnapping two American soldiers…
Condoleezza Rice Dismisses Criticism of Serious Intelligence Shortcomings as Baseless - 2003-09-29
Condoleezza Rice defended the Bush administration's use of intelligence regarding Iraq's weapons of mass destruction, calling criticisms of intelligence shortcomings unfounded. This discussion occurred amidst…
Seven Afghan Governor's Bodyguards Killed
Seven bodyguards of the Afghan governor were killed in an attack attributed to the Taliban. The incident occurred while the governor was traveling without his…
White House: Officials of this agency were not involved in the disclosure of the CIA agent's name
The White House denies any involvement of its officials in the disclosure of a CIA agent's identity linked to her husband's criticism of the Bush…
Jordanian Security Officials Arrest Two Fugitives During Operation - 2003-09-27
Jordanian security forces arrested two fugitives, including a senior Muslim preacher, during an operation in Mafraq. They are wanted for their involvement in deadly clashes…
President Bush and Vladimir Putin Begin Two-Day Talks at Camp David - 2003-09-26
President Bush and Russian President Vladimir Putin are starting two days of discussions at Camp David, focusing on Iraq's reconstruction, nuclear cooperation in Iran, and…
The European Union Will Provide $230 Million for Iraq's Reconstruction Next Year - 2003-09-26
The European Union plans to contribute $230 million to Iraq's reconstruction in the coming year, with additional funds expected from member states. Iraqi officials aim…
Arrest of an Iranian on Charges of Attempting to Export Fighter Jet Spare Parts to Iran - 2003-09-25
An Iranian named Serzeik Avazapian was arrested in Florida for attempting to export F-14 fighter jet spare parts to Iran. This action is significant as…
Ambush on a Truck Carrying Afghan Aid Workers - 2003-09-25
Suspected Taliban gunmen attacked a truck with Afghan aid workers in Helmand province, resulting in one death and injuries to the driver. This incident highlights…
Increased Withdrawal of UN International Staff from Iraq - 2003-09-25
The UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan has ordered an increased withdrawal of international staff from Iraq due to security concerns. This decision follows discussions with senior…
The Report on the Search for Iraq's Weapons of Mass Destruction Will Include No Definitive Conclusions
The CIA's upcoming report on the search for weapons of mass destruction in Iraq will not provide any definitive findings. Investigators from the U.S. and…
The U.S. is Reviewing Security Conditions at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba - 2003-09-24
The U.S. is investigating security conditions at Guantanamo Bay following the arrests of two military personnel for espionage. Ahmad al-Halabi and James Yee are involved,…
Saudi Officials Expel 9 Yemenis
Saudi Arabia has expelled 9 Yemenis linked to security issues, including some connected to the attack on the French oil tanker Limburg. This incident highlights…
Annan: If the Situation in Iraq Continues to Deteriorate, UN Activities Will Be Significantly Paralyzed
Kofi Annan warns that the worsening situation in Iraq could severely hinder UN operations. Following a suicide attack near the UN headquarters, he expressed regret…
Under the Microscope: The Dispute Between the Judiciary and the Ministry of Intelligence Over Zahra Kazemi's Death - 2003-09-23
The article discusses the ongoing conflict between Iran's Judiciary and Ministry of Intelligence regarding the circumstances surrounding Zahra Kazemi's death. Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh highlights…
Possible Terrorist Attack on the Statue of Liberty in New York - 2003-09-23
Security around the Statue of Liberty has been heightened due to reports of a potential terrorist attack in New York. Officials received information from an…
Eight Iranians Killed by Landmine Explosions at Iraq Border
Eight Iranian pilgrims were killed by landmine explosions while attempting to cross into Iraq illegally. The incident highlights the ongoing dangers posed by unexploded ordnance…
Libya Seeks Urgent Dialogue with the U.S.
Libya is eager to start talks with the U.S. to normalize relations, especially after accepting responsibility for the 1988 Lockerbie bombing and agreeing to pay…
Uganda: 21 Killed in Attack by Local Karamojong Armed Men - 2003-09-22
In Uganda, at least 21 people were killed in a sudden attack by armed Karamojong fighters in the northeastern region. This incident highlights ongoing violence…
Indian Kashmir Soldiers Kill Muslim Militant
Indian soldiers killed five suspected Muslim militants in a nighttime clash in Kashmir. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict between Indian forces and Muslim extremists…
Interview with Sudabeh Chamran Ara, Expert in Assisting Victims of Domestic Crimes - 2003-09-20
The article features an interview with Sudabeh Chamran Ara, who specializes in helping victims of domestic violence and leads a council for social workers in…
American Soldier Kills Rare Bengal Tiger at Baghdad Zoo - 2003-09-20
An American soldier killed a rare Bengal tiger at the Baghdad Zoo after attempting to feed it. The incident resulted in the soldier sustaining severe…
The Confession Extraction Project, Ata Moradi - 2003-09-20
The article discusses the coercive practices in Iranian prisons where political activists, particularly students, are pressured into making confessions that are later broadcasted on television.…
Senator Ted Kennedy: Saddam Hussein Was Not an Immediate Threat to America - 2003-09-19
Senator Ted Kennedy criticized the Bush administration for misrepresenting the reasons for the Iraq war, stating that Saddam Hussein was not an immediate threat to…
Unprecedented Storm in South Korea Causes Nearly $3 Billion in Damages - 2003-09-19
A severe storm in South Korea has resulted in nearly $3 billion in damages and 113 confirmed deaths, with many others missing. The storm has…
13 Iranians Killed in Bus Crash in Eastern Turkey
A tragic bus accident in eastern Turkey resulted in the deaths of 13 Iranians and injuries to 25 others. The bus was en route from…
Broadcast of New Video Tape of Saddam Hussein - 2003-09-17
A new video of Saddam Hussein has been broadcast, urging Iraqis to resist U.S. forces and warning Americans of dire consequences if they do not…
Multiple Shots Fired at American Diplomats' Vehicle in Lebanon - 2003-09-16
On September 16, 2003, shots were fired at a convoy of American diplomats in Lebanon, but no injuries were reported. The incident highlights rising anti-American…
Security Forces in Chechnya on High Alert Following Bomb Explosion in Ingushetia - 2003-09-16
A bomb explosion in Ingushetia has led to security forces in Chechnya being placed on high alert. The attack resulted in three fatalities, including the…
Another American Soldier Killed in Baghdad - 2003-09-16
An American soldier was killed in Baghdad during Colin Powell's visit to Iraq, marking the second American casualty. Powell also dedicated a memorial to Kurdish…
The United States Calls for Turkish Soldiers to Join Multinational Forces in Iraq - 2003-09-15
The U.S. is advocating for Turkish soldiers to join multinational forces in Iraq, aiming to alleviate Kurdish opposition. Colin Powell acknowledges the sensitivities involved but…
Fifteen Taliban Members Killed in Battle in Kandahar - 2003-09-15
Fifteen Taliban members were killed in a battle in Kandahar, including a key commander, Mullah Abdul Rahim. The U.S. and Afghan forces successfully repelled an…
Explosion of a Truck Full of Explosives in Southern Russia - 2003-09-15
A truck filled with explosives exploded near a Russian security forces headquarters in Magas, killing at least two and injuring over twenty. Local reports vary…
Colin Powell Expresses Confidence in Establishing Democracy in Iraq - 2003-09-15
Colin Powell expressed confidence in the establishment of democracy in Iraq amid ongoing security challenges. He did not provide a timeline for transferring power to…
Angry Residents of Fallujah Buried the Bodies of 8 Policemen on Saturday - 2003-09-13
On September 13, 2003, residents of Fallujah buried 8 policemen killed by American soldiers during a shooting incident. The local community expressed their anger through…
Israeli Officials Remain Committed to Decision to Expel Yasser Arafat from Palestinian Territories - 2003-09-13
Israeli officials are determined to expel Yasser Arafat from Palestinian territories, viewing him as a terrorist and an obstacle to peace. This decision comes despite…
CIA Says Osama Bin Laden Tape Likely Authentic - 2003-09-12
The CIA has indicated that a recently aired tape of Osama Bin Laden is likely authentic, although the exact timing of the recording is unclear.…
President Bush: Stricter Laws Necessary to Combat Terrorism - 2003-09-11
President Bush called for stricter laws to combat terrorism as the second anniversary of the 9/11 attacks approaches. He urged Congress to give law enforcement…
Seven Suspected Muslim Militants Killed by Police in Kashmir, India
Seven suspected Muslim militants were killed by police in Kashmir after entering an area under Indian control. The incident highlights ongoing violence in the region,…
Four Employees of a Danish Aid Organization Killed in Afghanistan
Four Afghan workers from a Danish aid organization were killed in an attack in Ghazni province, Afghanistan. The Taliban remnants are believed to be responsible…
Suicide Attack in Erbil, Northern Iraq - 2003-09-10
A suicide attack in Erbil, Iraq, resulted in at least 2 deaths and over 40 injuries, including six Americans. The incident raises concerns about U.S.…
Hamas Claims Responsibility for Two Suicide Bombings on Tuesday
Hamas has taken responsibility for two suicide bombings in Israel that killed at least 13 people and injured over 50. These attacks occurred shortly after…
Bush Discusses Iraq and Other Issues in Phone Call with Indian Prime Minister - 2003-09-09
President Bush and Indian Prime Minister discussed Iraq and the possibility of troop deployment, contingent on a UN directive. They also touched on upcoming WTO…
Human Rights Activists in Thailand Go on Hunger Strike
Human rights activists in Thailand staged a hunger strike to demand the release of Aung San Suu Kyi, a detained leader in Myanmar. This protest…
President Bush Says the U.S. Cannot Rely on Iraqi Oil Revenues in the Short Term - 2003-09-07
President Bush indicated that the U.S. cannot depend on Iraqi oil revenues for reconstruction efforts in the near term. American officials are working to secure…
Donald Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense: Saddam Hussein Will Never Return to Power - 2003-09-06
Donald Rumsfeld visited an international force in Iraq, praising the transfer of security responsibilities to them and asserting that Saddam Hussein would never return to…
Head of French Strategic Research Association Considers Iraq's Situation Dangerous
François Heisberg, the head of the French Strategic Research Association, warns that Iraq's situation is becoming increasingly perilous, drawing parallels to Lebanon's past turmoil. This…
Red Cross: Aung San Suu Kyi, Leader of the Democracy Movement in Burma, Has Not Gone on Hunger Strike - 2003-09-06
The Red Cross and Burmese officials confirm that Aung San Suu Kyi has not gone on a hunger strike, contradicting earlier claims by U.S. officials.…
Bomb Explosion in a Crowded Fruit Market in Srinagar, Summer Capital of Kashmir, India - 2003-09-06
A bomb explosion in a busy fruit market in Srinagar, Kashmir, resulted in 6 deaths and over 30 injuries. The militant group Hizbul Mujahideen has…
British Airways Resumes Flights to Saudi Arabia - 2003-09-05
British Airways is set to resume flights to Saudi Arabia after a suspension due to security threats. The decision follows the implementation of new security…
UK Prime Minister's Warning: Situation in the Middle East Will Worsen if Iraq Issues Are Not Resolved - 2003-09-04
UK Prime Minister Tony Blair warned that unresolved issues in Iraq could lead to a deteriorating situation in the Middle East. He attributed recent attacks…
Indian Kashmir Officials Say Soldiers Neutralized Two Suspected Muslim Militants
Indian Kashmir officials reported that soldiers killed two suspected Muslim militants who had previously killed a woman and injured three others. The incident occurred as…
Possibility of Deploying Turkish Soldiers to Iraq - 2003-09-04
U.S. and Turkish officials are discussing the potential deployment of Turkish troops to Iraq, with Turkey proposing to send over 10,000 soldiers. This initiative aims…
The Recent Tape is Likely Saddam's Voice - 2003-09-04
A U.S. intelligence official suggested that a recently aired tape may feature Saddam Hussein's voice. The tape denies any involvement of Saddam or his supporters…
The United States has deployed emergency aid troops to the Republic of Congo.
The United States has sent emergency aid troops to the Republic of Congo to deliver humanitarian assistance to the southwestern region known as 'Pool', which…
In Relation to Murder Due to Opposition to Abortion, Defendant Executed in Florida
Paul Hill was executed in Florida for the murder of a doctor and his security guard, marking the first execution in the U.S. related to…
Russia and Saudi Arabia Agree to Coordinate in the Fight Against Terrorism
Russian and Saudi officials have established a joint working group to combat terrorism, marking a significant development in their bilateral relations. This agreement was made…
Explosion of Two Bombs in a Passenger Train in Southern Russia - 2003-09-03
Two bombs exploded in a passenger train in southern Russia, resulting in at least 5 deaths and 30 injuries. The attack targeted a train connecting…
Continued Clashes Between Afghan Forces and Taliban Remnants - 2003-09-03
Afghan forces, with U.S. support, are actively engaging Taliban remnants in southeastern Afghanistan, particularly in Zabul province. Approximately 300 Taliban fighters are believed to be…
Iran: A Legal System That Fails to Protect Freedom of Expression and Association
The article discusses the legal restrictions and flaws in Iran's judicial system that hinder freedom of expression and association, leading to unfair trials and imprisonment…
India: Bomb Blast by Muslim Militants in Kashmir Kills Two Police Officers - 2003-09-02
A bomb blast in Kashmir, attributed to suspected Muslim militants, resulted in the deaths of two police officers. This incident coincides with accusations against four…
Two American Soldiers and Four Taliban Fighters Killed in Afghanistan
In a recent conflict in Afghanistan, two American soldiers and four Taliban fighters were killed during a firefight in Paktia province. The U.S. forces responded…