September 2003
Opposition Strike Against President Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada Escalates in Bolivia - 2003-09-30
Opposition strikes against President Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada have intensified in Bolivia, led by the largest labor union. The strikes have disrupted traffic and closed…
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…
EU Allocates $75 Million to Support Afghan Police Force
The European Union is providing $75 million to help establish the Afghan police force, with immediate funds allocated for police salaries and election security. This…
Afghanistan Still Faces Threat from Overthrown Taliban Regime - 2003-09-24
Hamid Karzai, the head of Afghanistan's transitional government, warns that the country still faces threats from the Taliban and terrorism, despite international support for reconstruction.…
Israeli Soldiers Kill Member of Palestinian Militant Group Hamas - 2003-09-22
Israeli soldiers killed a Hamas member in Hebron, claiming he was involved in planning attacks. Yasser Arafat proposed a ceasefire but was accused by Israel…
The European Union Expresses Discontent Over Sweden's Vote to Retain the Krona as Its Currency
The Swedish people voted to keep the Krona instead of adopting the Euro, prompting discontent from EU officials. The Swedish government is urging citizens to…
Sweden Holds Nationwide Referendum on Euro Adoption - 2003-09-14
Sweden is conducting a referendum on adopting the euro following the assassination of Foreign Minister Anna Lindh, a supporter of the euro. Her death may…
Ceremonies Held Worldwide on the Second Anniversary of September 11
Global ceremonies commemorated the second anniversary of the September 11 attacks, highlighting international solidarity against terrorism. Key figures included EU ambassadors, Russian Foreign Minister Igor…
EU Foreign Ministers Express Concern Over Mahmoud Abbas's Resignation - 2003-09-06
European Union foreign ministers have voiced concerns regarding the resignation of Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas, warning it could lead to instability in Palestinian leadership.…
Donors Urge the U.S. to Reduce Control Over Iraq's Reconstruction Process
Potential donors are calling on the U.S. to lessen its control over Iraq's reconstruction to attract more international support. Key players, including the EU and…