October 2003
U.S. Secretary of State: Syria Should Not Escalate 'Artificial Tensions'
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell warned Syria against escalating tensions with Israel after Syrian Foreign Minister Farouk al-Sharaa threatened retaliation for Israeli attacks. This…
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…
Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of Israel and Germany Regarding Joschka Fischer's Trip to Iran - 2003-10-25
The Foreign Ministers of Israel and Germany met to discuss Joschka Fischer's upcoming visit to Iran and the implications of Iran's nuclear program. This meeting…
Israel has put up for tender the construction of about 300 new apartments in Jewish neighborhoods - 2003-10-23
Israel is moving forward with plans to build 300 new apartments in the West Bank despite U.S. opposition and calls for a halt to construction…
United Nations General Assembly Condemns Construction of Israel's Security Barrier - 2003-10-22
The UN General Assembly condemned Israel's construction of security walls, viewing it as an infringement on Palestinian land, and called for the demolition of existing…
End of the Islamic Countries Summit in Malaysia - 2003-10-17
The Islamic Countries Summit in Malaysia concluded with calls for a faster power transfer in Iraq and welcomed the Iraqi Governing Council supported by the…
Mahathir Mohamad Calls for Unity Among Muslims Worldwide - 2003-10-16
Mahathir Mohamad, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, urged global Muslim unity against perceived European and Jewish dominance during a summit. He emphasized the need for…
The United States Vetoed a United Nations Security Council Resolution
The U.S. vetoed a UN resolution aimed at stopping Israel's security fencing in the West Bank, which was deemed contrary to international law. This decision…
United Nations Security Council Negotiates to Prevent Israel from Building Security Barriers
The UN Security Council is negotiating a resolution to prevent Israel from building security barriers in the West Bank, which Syria claims violates international law.…
The Security Council Discussed the Resolution Presented by Syria - 2003-10-14
The UN Security Council discussed a resolution from Syria that seeks to ban Israel's construction of a security fence in the West Bank, which is…
Syria Warns Israel of Retaliation for Recent Attack
Syria has issued a warning to Israel regarding its right to retaliate for an airstrike near Damascus that targeted a Palestinian militant training base. This…
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…
Muslim Leaders Call for Withdrawal of Foreign Forces from Iraq
Muslim leaders convened in Malaysia and demanded the immediate withdrawal of foreign troops from Iraq, emphasizing the need for UN involvement in reconstruction. Turkey is…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Arab World's Reaction to Israel's Attack on Syrian Territory - 2003-10-11
Nearly a week after Israel's attack on Syrian territory, reactions from the Arab world, especially Egypt, are ongoing. This situation highlights the regional tensions and…
Pakistan's Action to Counter $1 Billion Arms Deal Between India, Israel, and Russia - 2003-10-11
Pakistan is responding to a $1 billion arms deal involving India, Israel, and Russia, which includes India's acquisition of advanced radar technology. The Pakistani Foreign…
Palestinians Have Named Israel's Fencing 'Berlin Wall'
The UN Security Council is set to discuss Syria's request regarding Israel's fencing in Palestinian territories. The U.S. ambassador indicates that the Israeli fencing is…
John Negroponte, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations: Syria's request regarding Israeli fencing will be discussed first
The U.S. Ambassador to the UN, John Negroponte, announced that the Security Council will discuss Syria's request regarding Israeli fencing in Palestinian territories. The discussion…
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.…
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…
Israel Plans to Build 550 New Homes in Jewish Settlements
Israel plans to construct 550 new homes in Jewish settlements in the West Bank, contradicting the U.S.-backed peace roadmap that seeks to halt such activities.…