May 2003
US: Iran's Response on Terrorism and Nuclear Weapons is Insufficient - 2003-05-27
The US has deemed Iran's responses to concerns over terrorism and nuclear weapons as inadequate. White House spokesman Ari Fleischer emphasized the need for Iran…
South Korean Diplomat: Pyongyang is Willing to Compromise
A South Korean diplomat indicated that North Korea may be ready to negotiate an end to its nuclear program due to economic difficulties. China has…
Expulsion of 6 French Journalists from the U.S. - 2003-05-26
Six French journalists were expelled from the U.S. after being detained and interrogated at Los Angeles International Airport. The OSCE has sought clarification from U.S.…
Possibility of Sending American Intelligence and Security Experts to the Middle East - 2003-05-24
The U.S. plans to send ten intelligence and security experts to the Middle East to aid in peace efforts between Israelis and Palestinians, as stated…
France Aims to Become Active in Middle East Peace Process - 2003-05-24
France is seeking to play a more active role in the Middle East peace process by engaging with key Palestinian leaders, including Yasser Arafat and…
Israel Ready to Accept Peace Plan - 2003-05-24
Ariel Sharon announced Israel's readiness to accept a U.S.-backed peace plan for a Palestinian state by 2005. The U.S. government has assured Israel that its…
Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Eight Major Industrialized Countries - 2003-05-23
The foreign ministers of the eight major industrialized countries convened for discussions, including a press conference featuring Colin Powell. This meeting is significant as it…
Report by Shahid: Colin Powell's Trip to Paris - 2003-05-23
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell visited Paris and participated in a televised interview with France's first channel. This visit is significant as it reflects…
Discussion Among Foreign Ministers of the G8 in Paris - 2003-05-23
The foreign ministers of the G8 countries met in Paris to discuss economic matters and the situation in Iraq ahead of their upcoming summit. Dominique…
Telephone Conversation Between President Bush and French President Jacques Chirac - 2003-05-22
President Bush and French President Jacques Chirac discussed the upcoming G8 summit and issues related to Iraq in a recent phone call. This conversation follows…
Colin Powell Welcomes France's Vote on Iraq Resolution - 2003-05-22
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell praised France's vote on the Iraq resolution at the UN. He is in Paris to discuss Iraq's reconstruction and…
Broadcast of a Tape by One of Osama bin Laden's Senior Advisors on Al Jazeera - 2003-05-21
Al Jazeera aired a tape of Ayman al-Zawahiri, a senior al-Qaeda member, urging Muslims to attack Western embassies. The U.S. responded by closing its embassy…
Germany Supports U.S. Proposal to End Sanctions Against Iraq - 2003-05-16
Germany has expressed its support for a U.S. initiative to lift sanctions on Iraq, as stated by Chancellor Gerhard Schröder after a meeting with Secretary…
Colin Powell Says He Believes the Security Council Will Quickly Agree to End Sanctions Against Iraq - 2003-05-16
Colin Powell expressed confidence that the UN Security Council would quickly agree to lift sanctions against Iraq, following discussions with German officials who also support…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Colin Powell Arrives in Berlin Amid Tight Security - 2003-05-16
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, arrived in Berlin on May 16, 2003, under heavy security. This visit is significant as it reflects the…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Widespread Reflection of Colin Powell's Visit to Germany in the Press - 2003-05-16
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, visited Germany, and his visit received extensive coverage in the German media, which viewed it as a positive…
Colin Powell's Visit to Germany - 2003-05-15
Colin Powell is visiting Germany to repair U.S.-German relations strained by opposition to the Iraq war. This visit is part of a broader diplomatic effort…
Colin Powell: The U.S. Remains Concerned About Iran's Nuclear Program
Colin Powell expressed ongoing U.S. concerns regarding Iran's nuclear program potentially leading to weaponization, while affirming that military action is not planned. He noted that…
An Inside Look: The Persian Website of the U.S. Department of State - 2003-05-14
The article discusses the Persian website of the U.S. Department of State, highlighting a message from then-Secretary of State Colin Powell. This initiative is part…
Approval of Nuclear Arms Control Treaty Between Russia and the United States by the Russian Duma - 2003-05-14
The Russian Duma has approved a nuclear arms control treaty with the U.S., which was signed by Presidents Bush and Putin in May 2002. Both…
Three Explosions Shake Western Expat Residential Complex in Riyadh
Three explosions targeted a residential complex for Westerners in Riyadh, injuring several but reportedly causing no fatalities. This incident coincided with a planned visit by…
President Bush Condemns Yesterday's Suicide Bombings in Saudi Arabia - 2003-05-13
President Bush condemned suicide bombings in Saudi Arabia that killed over 90 people, with the U.S. reporting higher casualties than Saudi officials. Colin Powell, visiting…
At least 29 killed in last night's explosions in Riyadh
At least 29 people were killed in suicide bombings in Riyadh, including 10 Americans. The attacks targeted residential areas mainly occupied by foreigners and are…
Israel Announces New Severe Curfew in Gaza Strip - 2003-05-12
Israel has imposed a new severe curfew in the Gaza Strip following a visit from U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, who had urged for…
Mohammad Khatami's Visit to Lebanon - 2003-05-12
Mohammad Khatami, the Iranian President, visited Lebanon, receiving a warm welcome from tens of thousands of people, including Lebanese leaders and Hezbollah representatives. This visit…
Iranian Government Denies Reports of Resuming Relations with the U.S.
The Iranian government has denied reports of talks with the U.S. to resume diplomatic relations after 23 years. The denial follows a report from 'USA…
Colin Powell's Visit to Israel to Discuss Resumption of Middle East Peace Process - 2003-05-10
Colin Powell is in Israel to discuss the resumption of the Middle East peace process, meeting with Israeli officials and planning to meet Palestinian Prime…
Israeli Forces Attack Office of Pro-Palestinian Group
Israeli forces raided the office of the International Solidarity Movement in the West Bank, detaining three women. This incident follows a recent suicide bombing in…
President Bush's Optimism Regarding Peace Prospects in the Middle East - 2003-05-08
President Bush is optimistic about peace in the Middle East and plans to send Secretary of State Colin Powell to Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Ariel…
Palestinian Gunmen Kill One Israeli and Injure Two Others in Surprise Attack
Palestinian gunmen attacked a vehicle in the West Bank, resulting in the death of one Israeli and serious injuries to two others. This incident highlights…
Poland Plans to Send Approximately 1500 Soldiers to Iraq - 2003-05-06
Poland intends to send about 1500 soldiers to Iraq as part of a peacekeeping mission with German and Danish forces. This move follows discussions with…
Pentagon: Teenage Detainees at Guantanamo Bay Will Be Released This Week - 2003-05-06
The Pentagon announced that 12 to 15 teenage detainees at Guantanamo Bay will be released this week. This decision was made two months prior and…
Colin Powell: The U.S. Still Seeks to Eliminate North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Programs - 2003-05-06
Colin Powell reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to eliminating North Korea's nuclear weapons programs, countering claims of a policy shift. North Korea accused the U.S. of…
Ariel Sharon: I Will Meet with the New Palestinian Prime Minister - 2003-05-06
Ariel Sharon has shown interest in meeting Mahmoud Abbas, the new Palestinian Prime Minister, but insists that Palestinians must renounce the right of return for…
Under the Magnifying Glass: Colin Powell's Visit to the Region, Ayatollah Hakim, and the Role of Velayat-e Faqih in Iraq - 2003-05-05
The article discusses Dr. Ali Reza Noori Zadeh's insights on Colin Powell's diplomatic visit to Syria and Lebanon, focusing on its implications for regional stability…
An Inside Look: Colin Powell's Warning to Bashar al-Assad - 2003-05-05
Colin Powell warned Syrian President Bashar al-Assad about the consequences of negligence following his visit to Syria. The warning highlights U.S. concerns regarding Syria's actions…
U.S. Representative Engages in Negotiations with Senior Israeli Officials - 2003-05-04
U.S. officials are engaging in negotiations with Israeli leaders to revive the peace process, with a potential meeting between Israeli PM Sharon and Palestinian PM…
Possible Meeting Between Ariel Sharon and Mahmoud Abbas - 2003-05-03
Negotiations are ongoing for a potential meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas, likely after U.S. Secretary of State…
Pakistan Says It Wants to Reduce Tensions and Disputes with India - 2003-05-03
Pakistan is set to announce measures to ease tensions with India, as Prime Minister Zafarullah Jamali communicated this during a call with U.S. Secretary of…
Colin Powell's Visit to Lebanon - 2003-05-03
Colin Powell visited Lebanon to discuss U.S. commitment to peace in the Middle East and the need for the Lebanese army to confront Hezbollah. The…
Colin Powell Arrives in Syria - 2003-05-02
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, has arrived in Syria to engage in talks aimed at persuading the Syrian government to cease its support…
Mr. Powell Signs the United States-Adriatic Charter Today - 2003-05-02
Mr. Powell signed the United States-Adriatic Charter in Tirana with the foreign ministers of Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia. This charter signifies U.S. support for these…
Colin Powell's Visit to Damascus - 2003-05-02
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, visited Syria to pressure the government to stop supporting extremist groups and support peace efforts in the Middle…
Colin Powell's Call for Israelis and Palestinians to Continue Middle East Peace Process - 2003-05-02
Colin Powell called on Israelis and Palestinians to persist in the peace process despite recent violence, which included the deaths of Palestinians in Israeli raids…
New Constitution of Qatar Approved by Citizens with Absolute Majority
Qatar's citizens have overwhelmingly approved a new constitution that enhances democratic governance while maintaining the Emir's ultimate authority. This move has been praised by U.S.…
President Bush Urges Israel and Palestinians to Collaborate - 2003-05-01
President Bush called for cooperation between Israel and the Palestinians, emphasizing the need to end terrorism and halt new settlements as part of the 'Roadmap…