August 2003
Ivanov: The Sinking of the Nuclear Submarine Was Due to Inaccuracy and Negligence
The Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov announced that the sinking of the K-159 nuclear submarine, which led to the deaths of nine crew members, was…
The Arrival of the First Food Shipment at the Port of Monrovia - 2003-08-15
Monrovia, Liberia, has seen a return to unity as peacekeepers take control of the port area after rebels withdrew. A food shipment has arrived for…
Palestinian Extremists: Possibility of Ceasing Ceasefire After Deadly Israeli Attack - 2003-08-08
Palestinian extremists warn that a recent deadly Israeli attack on a refugee camp could end a six-week ceasefire. The attack resulted in the deaths of…
Commander of Peacekeeping Forces in Liberia: We Will Deploy in Monrovia Starting Thursday - 2003-08-06
The commander of West African peacekeeping forces announced the deployment of 500 soldiers in Monrovia, Liberia, to assist in ending the civil war. The UN…
Liberian Government Soldiers Continue Fighting Rebels in the Capital - 2003-08-03
Liberian government forces are engaged in ongoing battles with rebels in Monrovia as peacekeepers prepare to arrive. President Charles Taylor has pledged to resign in…
UN Resolution Passed for Deployment of International Peacekeepers in Liberia - 2003-08-02
The UN Security Council has approved a resolution for a peacekeeping mission in Liberia, led by ECOWAS, amid ongoing civil conflict. The U.S. will support…
The First Unit of Peacekeeping Soldiers Will Arrive in Liberia on Monday - 2003-08-01
The first unit of peacekeeping soldiers is set to arrive in Liberia to help end a civil war that has escalated recently. President Charles Taylor…