September 2003
Draft of Iraq's New Constitution May Take at Least One Year
Iraqi officials have indicated that drafting a new constitution will take at least a year, contradicting the U.S. six-month timeline. Disagreements among jurists and religious…
Colombian President to Meet with UN Secretary-General Today
Colombian President Alvaro Uribe is meeting with UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan and addressing the UN General Assembly as part of a three-day visit to the…
New US Resolution Regarding Iraq After War - 2003-09-29
Colin Powell announced that a new US resolution for military assistance in Iraq will be presented to the UN soon, but doubts remain about foreign…
The Beginning of Activities of Ahmad Qurei, the Elected Prime Minister of the Palestinians - 2003-09-27
Ahmad Qurei has started confirming members for the new Palestinian cabinet while discussing the cabinet list with Fatah officials. U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell…
The U.S. Hopes the New Iraqi Constitution Will Be Drafted Within Six Months - 2003-09-26
The U.S. is optimistic about drafting a new constitution for Iraq within six months, which is a step towards establishing a new government. Colin Powell…
Colin Powell: The Road Map for Peace is Still on the Agenda - 2003-09-26
The U.S. and three other countries are meeting at the UN to discuss the 'Road Map for Peace' between Israel and the Palestinians. Colin Powell…
Kofi Annan: Peace and Stability is Not Just a Local Issue but a Global One - 2003-09-25
Kofi Annan urged countries aiding Afghanistan to enhance their support for its reconstruction, emphasizing that peace and stability are global concerns. Colin Powell supported this…
Belgium's Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit Against Former U.S. President George Bush
Belgium's Supreme Court has dismissed lawsuits against former U.S. President George Bush and other officials for alleged war crimes during the Gulf War. A similar…
Colin Powell, U.S. Secretary of State, Meets with Indonesian Security Minister - 2003-09-19
Colin Powell met with Indonesia's Security Minister to commend the country's anti-terrorism efforts, especially regarding the Bali bombing investigation. The meeting comes amid concerns over…
Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the USA and Jordan - 2003-09-16
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell met with Jordanian Foreign Minister Marwan Muasher to discuss the Middle East peace process. Muasher emphasized the importance of…
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…
The United States Calls for Turkish Soldiers to Join Multinational Forces in Iraq - 2003-09-15
The U.S. is advocating for Turkish soldiers to join multinational forces in Iraq, aiming to alleviate Kurdish opposition. Colin Powell acknowledges the sensitivities involved but…
Under the Microscope: Powell in Iraq - The Bribery Case of Rafsanjani's Son - 2003-09-15
The article discusses Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh's insights on U.S. Secretary of State Powell's visit to Iraq, the IAEA's stance on Iran, and the closure of…
Ehud Olmert: Killing Yasser Arafat is Another Way to Remove Palestinian Leader - 2003-09-15
Ehud Olmert stated that killing Yasser Arafat could facilitate the Israeli government's decision to remove him as a leader. The U.S. has opposed this action,…
Colin Powell Expresses Confidence in Establishing Democracy in Iraq - 2003-09-15
Colin Powell expressed confidence in the establishment of democracy in Iraq amid ongoing security challenges. He did not provide a timeline for transferring power to…
Ehud Olmert: Assassinating Yasser Arafat is Another Way to Implement the Israeli Cabinet's Decision to Eliminate the Palestinian Leader - 2003-09-14
Ehud Olmert suggested that assassinating Yasser Arafat could be a method for Israel to eliminate the Palestinian leader. This statement drew criticism from Palestinian negotiator…
The U.S. and France Have Significant Disagreements on the Timing of Power Transfer to the People of Iraq - 2003-09-13
The U.S. and France are at odds over when to transfer power to the Iraqi people, with the U.S. advocating for a more gradual approach.…
Palestinian Officials: Arafat Proposed Prime Ministership to the Speaker of Parliament
Yasser Arafat has proposed Ahmad Qurei as the next Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority following Mahmoud Abbas's resignation over security control disputes. The U.S.…
President Bush's Speech on the Situation in Iraq and the Fight Against Terrorism - 2003-09-07
President Bush is set to address the American public about the situation in Iraq and the ongoing fight against terrorism, marking his first speech since…
US Readiness to Provide More Security Guarantees for North Korea - 2003-09-06
The US is willing to discuss additional security guarantees for North Korea, contingent on North Korea's commitment to halt its nuclear weapons program. Colin Powell…
The United States Seeks Ways to Guarantee Security for North Korea
The U.S. is attempting to find ways to ensure North Korea's security, contingent on North Korea taking steps to address its nuclear weapons program. Colin…
U.S. Secretary of State: U.S.-China Relations at Their Best
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell highlighted the strong state of U.S.-China relations, marking improvements since the early Bush administration. He emphasized China's role in…
Colin Powell: The United States is Prepared to Consider and Accept the Proposal to Form a Multinational Force in Iraq - 2003-09-05
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. is ready to consider a proposal for a multinational force in Iraq under U.N. authorization and U.S. command. This…
South Korea: North Korea Willing to Continue Negotiations - 2003-09-04
A South Korean official claims that North Korea's nuclear threats suggest a willingness to engage in further negotiations about its nuclear program. The North Korean…
Transfer of Security in Southern and Central Iraq to Forces Commanded by Bulgaria - 2003-09-03
The U.S. transferred security responsibilities in southern and central Iraq to Bulgarian-led forces while seeking broader UN involvement. Colin Powell is engaging with European allies…