December 2003
Terrorists Planned to Attack the Vatican on Christmas Day - 2003-12-27
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi revealed that there were plans for a terrorist attack on the Vatican during Christmas, involving a hijacked airplane. He remained…
Russia is Ready to Forgive Iraq's $8 Billion Debt to Moscow - 2003-12-19
Russia is prepared to forgive an $8 billion debt owed by Iraq as part of negotiations to reduce Iraq's overall liabilities. U.S. envoy James Baker…
James Baker's Fruitful Meeting with Berlusconi on Iraq's Debt - 2003-12-18
James Baker met with Italian Foreign Minister Silvio Berlusconi to discuss significant reductions in Iraq's multi-billion dollar debts. The U.S. is seeking to collaborate with…
Announcement of Cooperation Between the U.S., France, and Germany to Reduce Iraq's Foreign Debt - 2003-12-17
The U.S., France, and Germany have agreed to work together to reduce Iraq's foreign debt to aid in its reconstruction. James Baker, the U.S. Special…
France and the U.S. Collaborate to Reduce Iraq's Debt - 2003-12-16
France and the U.S. have formed a partnership to address Iraq's significant debt issues, particularly a $120 billion obligation to various countries. This initiative, led…
Iraq - Continued Resistance Against Coalition Forces - 2003-12-16
On December 16, 2003, two suicide bombings in Baghdad highlighted ongoing resistance against coalition forces following Saddam Hussein's arrest. Protests erupted in Tikrit, while James…
Efforts to Approve the European Union Constitution Have Reached a Deadlock - 2003-12-13
European Union leaders have failed to resolve disagreements over voting rights, leading to a deadlock in the approval of the EU constitution. Silvio Berlusconi, the…
Driver Killed in Car Explosion Outside Synagogue in Northern Italy
A car explosion occurred outside a synagogue in northern Italy, resulting in the death of the driver who reportedly set himself on fire. Italian police…
Failure of EU Foreign Ministers to Draft Constitution
EU foreign ministers failed to make progress on a draft constitution before an upcoming summit, with key issues including voting reform and the power of…
Germany and Italy: We Will Not Abandon Our Efforts to Join the European Union Voting System
Germany and Italy reaffirmed their commitment to rejoin the EU voting system during a meeting between Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder and Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi. The…
The Isolation of Rivaldo, Famous Brazilian Forward, in a Small Town - 2003-12-08
Rivaldo, the renowned Brazilian forward, has isolated himself in a small town in Brazil to contemplate his future in football after terminating his contract with…
Match Between Turkey's Besiktas and England's Chelsea to Be Held in Germany
The UEFA has moved the match between Turkey's Besiktas and England's Chelsea to Germany due to security concerns in Turkey following recent suicide attacks. Besiktas…
FIFA President: Premier Leagues Should Comprise 16 to 18 Teams
Sepp Blatter announced that national leagues should consist of 16 to 18 teams and plans to limit annual club matches to 45. He rejected financial…
Brazil's Championship in Men's Volleyball World Cup
Brazil won the Men's Volleyball World Cup 2003 by defeating Japan, securing their championship title with an undefeated record. Italy, Serbia, and Montenegro also qualified…
UEFA Moves Venue for Two Matches
UEFA has announced the relocation of two matches for the 2004 European Championship to larger venues in Lisbon and Porto to accommodate more fans. The…