January 2003
NATO Secretary General: NATO Prepares to Defend Turkey in Case of Potential Iraqi Attack - 2003-01-28
NATO Secretary General George Robertson announced that NATO is preparing defensive plans in response to a potential Iraqi attack on Turkey. This comes as the…
The United States and Turkey Reach Preliminary Agreement - 2003-01-28
The U.S. and Turkey have reached a preliminary agreement allowing 20,000 American troops to use Turkish bases for a potential attack on Iraq. Turkish officials,…
Baltimore Mayor Criticizes President Bush - January 25, 2003
Baltimore Mayor Martin O'Malley criticized President Bush for inadequate funding to protect cities from terrorism. He highlighted the federal government's failure to allocate necessary defense…
World Economic Conference in Davos, Switzerland - 2003-01-24
The World Economic Conference in Davos addressed the slowing global economic growth and the looming threat of war with Iraq. Key figures from the U.S.…
NATO Secretary General George Robertson Downplays Disagreements Among Members Regarding Military Operations Against Iraq - 2003-01-23
NATO Secretary General George Robertson reassured that there are no significant disagreements among NATO members about supporting a potential U.S.-led military operation against Iraq, with…
A Prosecutor Suspended Over Disclosure of Information Related to Ariel Sharon's Loan - 2003-01-22
A prosecutor in Tel Aviv was suspended after revealing information about Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's alleged illegal loan. The disclosure came just weeks before…
Afshin Pirhashimi's Paintings at Seyhun Gallery
Afshin Pirhashimi's new exhibition at Seyhun Gallery showcases 10 unique black and white paintings that challenge the repetitive nature of contemporary Iranian art. The exhibition…
Preparation for Potential War with Iraq - 2003-01-21
The U.S. is ramping up military presence in the Persian Gulf with an additional 37,000 troops, totaling 100,000. Kuwait is currently hosting most of these…
International Efforts to End the North Korean Crisis - 2003-01-14
International diplomatic efforts are intensifying to address the North Korean nuclear crisis, with Russia sending a special envoy and former U.S. President Jimmy Carter advocating…
Two Palestinian Boys Injured by Gunfire
Two Palestinian boys were injured by gunfire in a Jewish settlement in Gaza, with conflicting accounts regarding the source of the gunfire. Additionally, a Palestinian…
Turkey Doubles Its Troops at the Border
Turkey has increased its military presence at the border with Iraq in anticipation of potential conflict. This move is aimed at safeguarding its resources. The…
The U.S. and Turkey Have Not Yet Reached an Agreement on the Use of Turkish Bases - 2003-01-10
The U.S. and Turkey are still negotiating the use of Turkish bases for potential military action against Iraq. While Turkey has allowed U.S. military assessments…
The French Completely Reject War - 2003-01-09
A significant majority of the French population opposes military intervention in Iraq, driven by a strong anti-war sentiment rather than support for Saddam Hussein. This…
Palestinian Witnesses: Israeli Soldiers Shot and Killed a Palestinian
Israeli soldiers reportedly shot and killed a Palestinian in Gaza, while the Israeli army remains silent on the incident. This follows a series of violent…
Turkey Adjusts Its Policy Regarding the Divided Island of Cyprus - 2003-01-08
Turkey is modifying its approach to the Cyprus issue to align with a UN proposal for power-sharing between Turkish and Greek Cypriots. This change is…
A Look at Some Moments in History Over the Past Century - 2003-01-08
The article reflects on key historical moments over the past century, highlighting the introduction of the Ford 'A' car, the Wright brothers' first flight, and…
Crash of a Turkish Airplane - 2003-01-08
A Turkish Airlines airplane with over seventy passengers crashed in southeastern Turkey while en route from Istanbul to Diyarbakir. Eyewitnesses reported thick fog in the…
Pentagon Deploys More War Planning Specialists to the Gulf - 2003-01-08
The Pentagon is sending additional war planning specialists to the Gulf amid preparations for a potential conflict with Iraq, while Britain and France also take…
Russia Calls on the United States Not to Undertake Military Action Against Iraq Without Prior UN Approval - 2003-01-06
Russia has urged the United States to refrain from military action against Iraq without UN approval, labeling such actions as unlawful. Russian Defense Minister Sergey…
Anoushiravan Rohani Concert - January 6, 2003
Anoushiravan Rohani performed a memorable concert for the Iranian community in Washington, D.C., on January 4, 2003, featuring his compositions and guest opera singers. The…
Interview with Seyyed Mohsen Hakim, Iraq Expert - 2003-01-06
The article discusses a plan by President Bush's security team for U.S. military involvement in Iraq following the potential overthrow of Saddam Hussein. Seyyed Mohsen…
Russia Warns the U.S. Against Military Action Against Iraq - 2003-01-05
Russia has issued a warning to the U.S. against launching military operations in Iraq without UN approval, emphasizing the importance of international consensus. This statement…
Global Warming
American researchers have found that global warming is forcing various species to migrate and alter their behaviors, with significant ecological consequences. The study highlights the…