October 2003
US Rewards for Information Leading to Arrest of Gaza Bombing Suspects - 2003-10-31
The US is offering a $5 million reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for a bombing in Gaza that killed three…
Two Palestinians Killed Near Israel-Gaza Border
Two Palestinians, including a 12-year-old boy, were killed by Israeli soldiers in separate incidents near the Gaza border and in the West Bank. The incidents…
Israel: We Will Provide Public Services for Settlements Built by Jews Without Permits
Israel has announced it will provide public services to illegal Jewish settlements in the West Bank, despite previous commitments to dismantle them. The UN condemned…
Hamas Accepts Invitation for Dialogue
Hamas has accepted an invitation from Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmad Qurei for dialogue, following a deadly attack involving armed extremists. The discussions aim to address…
Palestinian Armed Man Killed in Gunfire Exchange in Gaza Strip - 2003-10-27
A Palestinian armed man was killed in a gunfire exchange with Israeli forces in Gaza, following a retaliatory attack by Israel that destroyed Palestinian buildings.…
An Armed Palestinian Killed in Shooting in Gaza Strip - 2003-10-26
An armed Palestinian was killed in a shooting incident in the Gaza Strip, which followed Israeli military actions that included the destruction of Palestinian residential…
Three Israeli Soldiers and Three Palestinians Killed in Multiple Incidents
In a series of violent incidents in the Gaza Strip, three Israeli soldiers and three Palestinians were killed, including an 11-year-old boy. The clashes involved…
Three Israeli Soldiers Killed by Armed Palestinian Men - 2003-10-24
Three Israeli soldiers were killed by Palestinian militants in an attack on a Jewish settlement in Gaza. The attack coincides with Israel's plans to build…
Ahmad Qurei Condemns Israeli Airstrikes
Ahmad Qurei condemned Israeli airstrikes that killed ten Palestinians, including Hamas members, and led to widespread protests in Gaza. Israel claims the strikes were retaliation…
Three Palestinians Killed in Three Consecutive Israeli Airstrikes
Israeli airstrikes resulted in the deaths of three Palestinians and injuries to at least 23 others, following the killing of three Israeli soldiers by Palestinian…
Israeli Military Forces Withdraw from Palestinian Refugee Camp in Gaza Strip - 2003-10-19
Israeli military forces have withdrawn from the Rafah refugee camp in Gaza after a four-day operation that resulted in the destruction of homes and casualties…
Ariel Sharon: Expelling Yasser Arafat is not good for Israel - 2003-10-17
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon stated that while expelling Yasser Arafat is not beneficial for Israel, he doubts peace is possible with Arafat in power.…
Bomb Explosion Kills 3 American Security Personnel
A bomb explosion in Gaza killed three American security personnel, leading to the arrest of three suspects linked to the attack. This incident increases pressure…
Palestinian Police Arrest Three in Connection with Bomb Explosion in Gaza Strip
Three members of the Popular Resistance Committees were arrested by Palestinian police following a bomb explosion in Gaza that killed three American security guards. The…
Three American Security Officers Killed in Bomb Explosion in Gaza Strip
Three American security officers were killed in a roadside bomb explosion in Gaza while accompanying U.S. diplomats. The U.S. Embassy has issued a warning for…
Expulsion of 15 Palestinians from Their Homes in the West Bank - 2003-10-14
The Israeli army has expelled 15 Palestinians from the West Bank, citing security concerns and suspicions of ties to militant groups. Palestinian leaders have condemned…
A Group of Israeli and Palestinian Activists Drafted an Informal Peace Plan
Israeli and Palestinian activists have created an informal peace plan to resolve their longstanding conflict. Ariel Sharon's government condemned the plan, which proposes a Palestinian…
Peter Hansen: Israeli Military Operations Have Caused Significant Damage to Palestinian Refugee Camps
Peter Hansen, a senior UN official, reported that Israeli military operations in Gaza have left over 1500 Palestinians homeless due to the destruction of residential…
Israeli Soldiers Withdraw from Rafah Refugee Camp in Gaza - 2003-10-12
Israeli soldiers have withdrawn from the Rafah refugee camp after an operation that killed at least 8 Palestinians. The operation aimed to destroy tunnels used…
One Armed Palestinian Leader Killed by Israeli Soldier
An armed Palestinian leader was killed by an Israeli soldier following a two-day Israeli military operation in Gaza aimed at destroying smuggling tunnels. The operation…
Israel Continues Military Operations in Southern Gaza - 2003-10-11
Israel is conducting military operations in southern Gaza to destroy tunnels used by Palestinian militants for weapon smuggling. The operations have resulted in the deaths…
Seven Palestinians Killed in Israeli Soldiers' Attack on a Camp
Seven Palestinians were killed in an Israeli military operation in Rafah, Gaza, aimed at finding smuggling tunnels. The incident has been condemned as a war…
Israeli Tanks and Armored Vehicles Enter Refugee Camp - 2003-10-10
Israeli tanks and armored vehicles entered the Rafah refugee camp in Gaza following a suicide bombing that injured two Israeli soldiers. The Israeli army has…
Bomb Explosion Near Army Base in West Bank - 2003-10-09
A suicide bomber attacked near an Israeli army base in Tulkarm, injuring soldiers and claiming responsibility by the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades. The Israeli army plans…
Israel has sent more reserve soldiers to the West Bank and Gaza Strip - 2003-10-08
Israel has increased military presence in the West Bank and Gaza due to fears of terrorist attacks and has extended the closure of occupied territories.…
Under the Microscope: The Release of Sazgara and Zeidabadi - 2003-10-06
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the recent release of political prisoners Mohsen Sazgara and Ahmad Zeidabadi, alongside Israel's military actions against Islamic Jihad and the…
A Female Suicide Bomber Detonated Herself in a Restaurant in Northern Israel - 2003-10-04
A female suicide bomber attacked a restaurant in northern Israel, killing 19 and injuring 50, leading to renewed calls for the removal of Yasser Arafat.…
Israel Blocks Palestinian Territories in the West Bank and Gaza Strip - 2003-10-03
Israel has blocked Palestinian territories in the West Bank and Gaza Strip in anticipation of Yom Kippur. The Israeli army is also creating new security…