January 2003
Report from UN Inspectors - 2003-01-30
UN inspectors submitted a report to the Security Council about their findings in Iraq, indicating limited cooperation from the Iraqi government. This matter is significant…
Intense Clashes of American Forces in Afghanistan - 2003-01-28
American forces are engaged in intense clashes with insurgents in southern Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of 18 insurgents with no American casualties reported. This…
In Response to Increased Likelihood of War, Stock Indices in International Markets Plummeted - 2003-01-28
Stock indices worldwide fell sharply due to fears of impending war following a UN report on Iraq's non-compliance with a Security Council resolution. The Dow…
President Bush to Present Annual Report on National Situation to Congress
President Bush is set to deliver his annual report to Congress, focusing on Iraq and the U.S. economy. The report will not declare war but…
Government Supporters Riot in Abidjan - 2003-01-26
Government supporters in Abidjan rioted against a peace plan that grants significant power to northern rebels. President Laurent Gbagbo called for calm and urged citizens…
USA: We will wait for inspectors to submit their report to the Security Council - 2003-01-26
The US government is waiting for UN inspectors to submit their report on Iraq before considering military action. Iraqi scientists are refusing private interviews with…
Science and Society: Interview with Dr. Kazem Omidvar on Proving the Speed of Gravity - 2003-01-25
Astronomers have successfully measured the speed of gravity, confirming another of Einstein's theories. The article features an interview with Dr. Kazem Omidvar from NASA, who…
Iraqi Scientists Refuse to Interview with UN Inspectors - 2003-01-23
Iraqi scientists are refusing to interview with UN weapons inspectors, despite government encouragement. The U.S. has requested interviews with these scientists outside Iraq to gather…
65% of Britons Believe War with Iraq is Inevitable - 2003-01-19
A recent survey reveals that 65% of Britons think war with Iraq is unavoidable, with 75% believing Saddam Hussein has developed weapons of mass destruction.…
French Scientists Develop New Method for Diagnosing and Treating Plague - 2003-01-17
French scientists have created a rapid testing method for the plague that provides results in 15 minutes, significantly improving diagnosis and treatment. This innovation is…
USA: Can Closing Palestinian Colleges Contribute to Peace and Security?
The U.S. has criticized Israel's closure of Palestinian universities in response to recent violence, questioning its effectiveness for peace. Israel argues the closures are necessary…
Senior Inspectors: Baghdad is Not Fully Cooperating with UN Experts - 2003-01-10
UN weapons inspectors reported that Baghdad is not fully cooperating with their efforts, inspecting multiple sites including a pharmaceutical company and a missile workshop. This…
Tony Blair: UN Weapons Inspectors in Iraq Must Be Given Enough Time and Space to Fulfill Their Duties
Tony Blair emphasizes the need for UN weapons inspectors to have sufficient time to report on Iraq's disarmament, stating that the January 27 deadline should…
Seventy-Five Dead and Five Injured in Turkish Plane Crash - 2003-01-09
A Turkish airline plane crashed in southeastern Turkey, resulting in seventy-five fatalities and five injuries. The RJ100 jet was flying from Istanbul to Diyarbakir when…
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…
UN Weapons Inspectors Expand Searches in Northern and Southern Iraq - 2003-01-05
UN weapons inspectors are intensifying their search for banned weapons in Iraq, establishing a new office in Mosul and inspecting locations in Basra. This is…
UN Weapons Inspectors Extend Inspections to Northern and Southern Regions of Iraq - 2003-01-04
UN weapons inspectors have expanded their operations in Iraq to include northern and southern regions, with teams deployed to Mosul and Basra. This development is…
President Bush: The Day of Reckoning for Saddam Hussein is Approaching - 2003-01-03
President Bush indicates that Saddam Hussein's accountability is imminent, while expressing hope for a peaceful resolution. The U.S. is preparing for potential military action as…