September 2003
Efforts to Activate the Roadmap for Peace Between Israelis and Palestinians - 2003-09-26
The U.S. and three other nations are urging both Israel and the Palestinians to adhere to their commitments under the Roadmap for Peace. Kofi Annan…
Colin Powell: The Road Map for Peace is Still on the Agenda - 2003-09-26
The U.S. and three other countries are meeting at the UN to discuss the 'Road Map for Peace' between Israel and the Palestinians. Colin Powell…
Israel Closes West Bank and Gaza Strip to Prevent Possible Terrorist Attacks - 2003-09-25
Israel has closed the West Bank and Gaza Strip to prevent potential Palestinian terrorist attacks during the Jewish New Year. Yasser Arafat called for peace…
Germany Mediates Negotiations Between Israel and Hezbollah - 2003-09-23
Israel is considering releasing hundreds of Arab prisoners in exchange for Hezbollah's demands, including the release of two militant leaders. Germany is acting as a…
Yasser Arafat Praises Security Council Vote - 2003-09-21
Yasser Arafat praised the UN Security Council's resolution condemning Israel's threat to expel him, viewing it as significant international support for Palestinians. The resolution passed…
Life and Progress in America: Jimmy Carter's Memories of the Peace Agreement Between Egypt and Israel - 2003-09-20
The article reflects on the 25th anniversary of the peace agreement between Egypt and Israel, highlighting Jimmy Carter's recollections as the U.S. President during the…
Palestinian Officials Praise UN General Assembly Resolution
The UN General Assembly passed a resolution urging Israel to stop threatening Yasser Arafat, prompting ongoing diplomatic tensions between Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Palestinian…
Extraordinary Session of the United Nations General Assembly - 2003-09-19
The UN General Assembly is convening to address Israel's threat to expel Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, following a U.S. veto of a resolution aimed at…
United Nations General Assembly's Request to Israel - 2003-09-19
The UN General Assembly has urged Israel not to proceed with its threat to oust Yasser Arafat, following a US veto of a similar resolution…
Lebanon and Israel Negotiating Prisoner Exchange
Hezbollah's leader, Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah, announced that negotiations with Israel for a prisoner exchange are advancing, potentially involving multiple nationalities. This development indicates ongoing dialogue…
Palestinian Officials Express Concern Over Their Leader's Fate
Palestinian officials are worried about Yasser Arafat's safety after the U.S. vetoed a resolution aimed at protecting him from Israeli threats. The U.S. claims to…
The U.S. Government and the Veto of the UN Security Council Resolution - 2003-09-17
The U.S. vetoed a UN resolution urging Israel to retract threats against Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, claiming the resolution inadequately addressed Palestinian terrorism. This action…
The United States Vetoed a Resolution Proposed by Syria and Sudan at the United Nations - 2003-09-16
The U.S. vetoed a UN resolution aimed at preventing Israel from threatening Yasser Arafat, despite claiming opposition to such actions. The U.S. also plans to…
Israel Rejects Palestinian Proposal for a Bilateral Ceasefire
Israel has rejected a Palestinian proposal for a ceasefire, with Palestinian officials suggesting that violence could end if Israeli military actions cease. Israeli officials insist…
Arab Countries' Resolution Against Israel in Protest of Arafat's Dismissal - 2003-09-16
Arab countries have proposed a resolution against Israel's threat to dismiss Palestinian Authority President Yasser Arafat, citing concerns over escalating violence in the region. The…
UN Security Council Meeting on Israel's Threat to Dismiss Yasser Arafat - 2003-09-15
The UN Security Council is discussing a resolution against Israel's threat to remove Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. The meeting follows international criticism of Israel's stance,…
Cooperation Between Ariel Sharon and Atal Bihari Vajpayee in the Fight Against Terrorism - 2003-09-10
Ariel Sharon and Atal Bihari Vajpayee pledged cooperation in combating terrorism during Sharon's historic visit to India. This visit marks a significant diplomatic engagement between…
Israel Will Judge the Future Palestinian Prime Minister
Israel has stated it will evaluate the future Palestinian Prime Minister based on his actions, particularly regarding extremist groups like Hamas. Ahmad Qurei has not…
Conditions of Ahmad Qurai, Candidate for Prime Minister of Palestine to Accept His New Position - 2003-09-08
Ahmad Qurai, the new candidate for Prime Minister of Palestine, has set conditions for accepting the position, including full U.S. support and changes in Israeli…
Palestinian Officials: Arafat Proposed Prime Ministership to the Speaker of Parliament
Yasser Arafat has proposed Ahmad Qurei as the next Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority following Mahmoud Abbas's resignation over security control disputes. The U.S.…
Washington Supports Peace in the Middle East Despite Mahmoud Abbas's Resignation
Washington reaffirms its commitment to peace in the Middle East following the resignation of Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas. The U.S. emphasizes the need for…
Efforts to Establish Peace in the Middle East Have Stalled
Efforts for peace in the Middle East have halted due to a power struggle between Palestinian leaders Arafat and Abbas, while Israel continues military actions…
On This Day, September 5, 1978: Camp David Peace Accords
On September 5, 1978, significant negotiations for the Camp David Peace Accords occurred, involving key leaders from Israel and Egypt. This agreement aimed to establish…
Yasser Arafat Accepted Mahmoud Abbas's Resignation - 2003-09-06
Yasser Arafat has accepted the resignation of Mahmoud Abbas, the Palestinian Prime Minister. This development could hinder peace efforts in the Middle East and leave…
Israel stated it will not negotiate with the Palestinian Authority under Yasser Arafat's control - 2003-09-01
Israel has declared it will not engage in negotiations with the Palestinian Authority as long as Yasser Arafat is in control, particularly due to fears…