September 2003
Burma's Foreign Minister: The Military Council Has the Political Will to Impact a Peaceful Transition to Democracy
Burma's Foreign Minister assured the UN of the country's commitment to democracy while acknowledging the ongoing restrictions on opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi. The…
Upcoming Northeast Asia Summit and Conditional Participation of Burma - 2003-09-28
The military government of Burma is facing international criticism ahead of the Northeast Asia Summit due to its treatment of opposition leader Aung San Suu…
The US and UK Demand Unconditional Release of Aung San Suu Kyi
The US and UK have urged the military government of Burma to unconditionally release Aung San Suu Kyi, a prominent democracy leader and Nobel laureate,…
Daily Calendar, September 24: Confronting Racial Segregationists in Schools - 2003-09-25
On September 24, 1957, President Eisenhower intervened in Little Rock, Arkansas, by deploying federal troops to quell violence from segregationists opposing school integration. This event…
The U.S. is Reviewing Security Conditions at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba - 2003-09-24
The U.S. is investigating security conditions at Guantanamo Bay following the arrests of two military personnel for espionage. Ahmad al-Halabi and James Yee are involved,…
Two Killed and Several Injured in Cinema Explosion in Mosul
An explosion in a cinema in Mosul killed two and injured several others during the screening of a pornographic film. Islamic extremists have targeted cinemas…
Restrictions on News Activities of Al Jazeera and Al Arabiya Channels - 2003-09-24
The U.S.-appointed Governing Council in Iraq has decided to restrict the news activities of Al Jazeera and Al Arabiya, citing their role in inciting sectarian…
Car Bomb Explosion in Central Baghdad Near UN Headquarters - 2003-09-22
A suicide car bomb in Baghdad killed two and injured twelve, with speculation that the attacker was a supporter of Saddam Hussein. This incident follows…
Three American Soldiers Killed in Attacks Near Baghdad - 2003-09-21
Three American soldiers were killed in separate attacks near Baghdad, including a mortar strike on a U.S.-operated prison and an incident in Ramadi. The attacks…
Former Indonesian Foreign Minister Arrives in Yangon for Talks with Myanmar's Military Rulers
Former Indonesian Foreign Minister Ali Alatas has arrived in Myanmar to advocate for the release of opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi. His visit is…
Bill Clinton Opens Memorial for Bosnian Massacre - 2003-09-20
Bill Clinton inaugurated a memorial in Srebrenica for the victims of the 1995 massacre, where around 8,000 Muslims were killed. He emphasized the need for…
American Soldier Kills Rare Bengal Tiger at Baghdad Zoo - 2003-09-20
An American soldier killed a rare Bengal tiger at the Baghdad Zoo after attempting to feed it. The incident resulted in the soldier sustaining severe…
Three Afghans Killed in Explosion at House in Northern Kabul - 2003-09-19
An explosion in a house near a U.S. military base in northern Kabul resulted in the deaths of at least three Afghans, with reports suggesting…
In the past three days, 11 Taliban fighters killed in US airstrikes in southern Afghanistan - 2003-09-18
In recent US airstrikes in southern Afghanistan, 11 Taliban fighters were killed. This operation supports ongoing efforts by US and Afghan forces to combat the…
Mullah Abdul Rahim, a Senior Taliban Commander in Southern Afghanistan, Killed - 2003-09-16
Mullah Abdul Rahim, a senior Taliban commander, was killed during U.S. and Afghan military operations in Kandahar, which resulted in the deaths of at least…
One-Day Meeting of Leaders from Britain, France, and Germany on Iraq - 2003-09-16
Leaders from Britain, France, and Germany are meeting to discuss a unified approach to Iraq amidst differing positions on the war. The U.S. is pushing…
Another American Soldier Killed in Baghdad - 2003-09-16
An American soldier was killed in Baghdad during Colin Powell's visit to Iraq, marking the second American casualty. Powell also dedicated a memorial to Kurdish…
Another American Soldier Killed in Iraq - 2003-09-15
An American soldier was killed in Iraq during Colin Powell's visit, marking the second casualty in two days. The ongoing violence includes attacks on coalition…
Fifteen Taliban Members Killed in Battle in Kandahar - 2003-09-15
Fifteen Taliban members were killed in a battle in Kandahar, including a key commander, Mullah Abdul Rahim. The U.S. and Afghan forces successfully repelled an…
Storm in South Korea Leaves at Least 75 Dead - 2003-09-14
A powerful storm named 'Maami' has struck South Korea, resulting in at least 75 fatalities and extensive damage, particularly in the southeastern regions. The South…
Coup in Guinea-Bissau - 2003-09-14
The military has taken control of Guinea-Bissau, declaring a state of emergency and inviting government leaders to a meeting. Rebel soldiers have reportedly detained the…
Angry Residents of Fallujah Buried the Bodies of 8 Policemen on Saturday - 2003-09-13
On September 13, 2003, residents of Fallujah buried 8 policemen killed by American soldiers during a shooting incident. The local community expressed their anger through…
Insurgent Ambush in the Mountains of Zabul Province Against Coalition Forces - 2003-09-12
Coalition forces in Afghanistan successfully thwarted an ambush by insurgents in Zabul province, with no casualties reported. This incident follows a recent intense battle in…
End of Armed Local Militia Patrols in the Streets of Najaf - 2003-09-10
U.S. military officials have ordered local militias in Najaf to cease armed patrols by the end of the week due to security concerns raised by…
Explosion in Northern Iraq Kills One Iraqi and Leaves Many Injured
An explosion in northern Iraq resulted in the death of one Iraqi and injuries to many, including six Americans. Concurrently, American forces in Baghdad faced…
Hamas Claims Responsibility for Two Suicide Bombings on Tuesday
Hamas has taken responsibility for two suicide bombings in Israel that killed at least 13 people and injured over 50. These attacks occurred shortly after…
Arab League: Iraqi Delegation Can Attend Cairo Meetings - 2003-09-09
The Arab League has permitted the Iraqi Governing Council's delegation to attend meetings in Cairo, with Hoshyar Zebari representing Iraq until a new government is…
Attack on a Military Column in Central Baghdad - 2003-09-08
An attack in Baghdad injured two American soldiers when an explosive device was thrown at their military convoy. This incident follows the arrest of four…
Russia: We Will Hold Preliminary Talks with North and South Korea
Russia is set to conduct preliminary negotiations with North and South Korea this week in Moscow, in preparation for a six-nation summit on North Korea's…
Sheikh Ahmed Yassin Declares That Israel Will Pay a Heavy Price for Its Attack - 2003-09-07
Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, the Hamas leader, was injured in an Israeli attack, prompting him to declare that Israel would face severe consequences. The Israeli government…
Bomb Explosion in a Crowded Fruit Market in Srinagar, Summer Capital of Kashmir, India - 2003-09-06
A bomb explosion in a busy fruit market in Srinagar, Kashmir, resulted in 6 deaths and over 30 injuries. The militant group Hizbul Mujahideen has…
President Bush's Statement on the Eve of the Second Anniversary of September 11
On September 4, 2003, President George W. Bush issued a proclamation marking the second anniversary of the September 11 attacks, honoring the victims and calling…
Between 72 and 100 Suspected Taliban Fighters Killed in Afghanistan
In a joint operation in Zabul province, U.S. and Afghan forces have reportedly killed between 72 and 100 suspected Taliban fighters. The operation aims to…
The First Hundred Days of Mahmoud Abbas's Activity as Prime Minister of Palestine - 2003-09-04
Mahmoud Abbas is addressing his first hundred days as Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority, emphasizing the need for parliamentary support to avoid resignation. He…
Israeli Warplanes Strike Hezbollah Positions in Southern Lebanon - 2003-09-03
Israeli warplanes launched an attack on suspected Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon following Hezbollah's firing of projectiles into northern Israel. This incident highlights the ongoing…
Continued Clashes Between Afghan Forces and Taliban Remnants - 2003-09-03
Afghan forces, with U.S. support, are actively engaging Taliban remnants in southeastern Afghanistan, particularly in Zabul province. Approximately 300 Taliban fighters are believed to be…
Re-examination of Human Rights Violations Case in Argentina - 2003-09-02
An Argentine court has ordered a re-examination of human rights violations committed during the military dictatorship from 1976 to 1983, particularly focusing on notorious torture…
At least one Hamas militant killed in Israeli helicopter attack - 2003-09-02
Israeli helicopters targeted a car in Gaza, killing a Hamas militant and injuring many others. The incident marks the sixth such attack in recent weeks,…
Israeli Helicopters Fire Several Missiles at Vehicle Carrying Hamas Militants
Israeli helicopters targeted a vehicle with Hamas militants in Gaza, resulting in one death and 25 injuries. This incident is part of a series of…
Hunger Strike of the Leader of Democratic Struggles in Burma - 2003-09-01
Aung San Suu Kyi, the leader of democratic movements in Burma, has initiated a hunger strike to protest her detention by the military government. The…