January 2003
Palestinians: Three killed in an Israeli missile attack in Gaza City today
In a missile attack by Israel in Gaza City, three Palestinians were killed just hours before general elections. The attack targeted a Hamas member's home,…
Israel Prohibits Palestinian Travel to Gaza Strip and West Bank Until Election Day
Israel has banned Palestinian travel to Gaza and the West Bank until after elections due to security concerns over potential attacks by Palestinian militants. This…
Formation of a Palestinian State by 2005 is Possible
Colin Powell announced the potential for a Palestinian state by 2005 during a speech in Davos, emphasizing U.S. involvement in Middle East peace efforts. He…
Germany to Deliver Missiles to Israel - 2003-01-17
Germany has signed a contract to deliver missiles to Israel, as reported by Nasrin Mahdavi from Voice of America. This development highlights the military cooperation…
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…
Conference on Reforming Palestinian Self-Government in London - 2003-01-14
A conference in London aimed at promoting peace in the Middle East concluded with Palestinians committing to draft a democratic constitution and reject terrorism. Key…
According to Palestinian reports, more than half of them reside outside the occupied territories - 2003-01-09
A Palestinian report reveals that over half of the Palestinian population lives outside the occupied territories, with a significant number in Jordan. This demographic shift…
Due to Recent Terrorist Attacks by Israel, Palestinian Participation in This Month's Meetings Banned
Israel has banned Palestinian officials from attending two key meetings this month following recent suicide bombings that killed 22 people. This decision is seen as…
Israeli Government Will Not Allow Palestinian Officials to Attend London Conference - 2003-01-06
The Israeli government has banned Palestinian officials from attending a London conference on Palestinian Authority reforms following deadly suicide bombings in Tel Aviv. This decision…
Israel Blows Up Home of Local Leader of Islamic Jihad Group in Hebron - 2003-01-03
Israel has destroyed the home of a local Islamic Jihad leader in Hebron, citing security reasons. Concurrently, clashes in a West Bank detention center involved…
The U.S. Pressures Israel Regarding Sale of Advanced Technology to China - 2003-01-03
The U.S. government is exerting pressure on Israel to stop the sale of advanced technology to China due to concerns about the balance of power…
Message from the Leader of the Catholic Church for the New Year - 2003-01-01
Pope John Paul delivered a New Year message urging an end to violence in the Middle East, emphasizing the possibility of peace. He addressed worshippers…