September 2003
Iran's National Greco-Roman Wrestling Team Departing for 2003 World Championships in France
The Iranian national Greco-Roman wrestling team is set to depart for the 2003 World Championships in France. The team includes several notable athletes and coaches,…
Asian Basketball Championship - China - 2003-09-27
The Iranian basketball team won against Kazakhstan in the Asian Basketball Championship with a score of 85-92. They will face Qatar in the quarter-finals, and…
On This Day, September 23: Lewis and Clark, Great American Explorers - 2003-09-24
On September 23, 1806, explorers Lewis and Clark, commissioned by President Jefferson, arrived in St. Louis after their expedition into the western territories of the…
Germany Mediates Negotiations Between Israel and Hezbollah - 2003-09-23
Israel is considering releasing hundreds of Arab prisoners in exchange for Hezbollah's demands, including the release of two militant leaders. Germany is acting as a…
Israeli Soldiers Kill Member of Palestinian Militant Group Hamas - 2003-09-22
Israeli soldiers killed a Hamas member in Hebron, claiming he was involved in planning attacks. Yasser Arafat proposed a ceasefire but was accused by Israel…
Extraordinary Session of the United Nations General Assembly - 2003-09-19
The UN General Assembly is convening to address Israel's threat to expel Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, following a U.S. veto of a resolution aimed at…
Mutual Gunfire Between Israeli Soldiers and Armed Hamas Extremists in Gaza Strip - 2003-09-18
A gunfight in the Gaza Strip resulted in the death of one Hamas extremist and injuries to three Israeli soldiers. The incident highlights ongoing tensions…
Jordan's Central Bank Lifts Ban on Transactions with Hamas Officials
Jordan's Central Bank has revoked a ban on transactions with Hamas officials, which was issued without government consultation. This decision comes after the U.S. froze…
Hamas Military Wing Threatens Israel with Attacks on Residential Areas
Hamas's military wing has threatened to attack Israeli residential areas following an Israeli airstrike that killed a Hamas leader's son. This escalation comes after a…
Israeli Warplanes Attack Home of Senior Hamas Official in Gaza City - 2003-09-10
Israeli warplanes attacked the home of Hamas leader Mahmoud al-Zahar, injuring him and killing his son and bodyguard. The attack followed a deadly suicide bombing…
Shahnameh of Ferdowsi Illustrated by Bijan Ariana - 2003-09-10
The article discusses the artistic contributions of Bijan Ariana in illustrating the Shahnameh of Ferdowsi, highlighting the historical significance of various illustrators. It emphasizes Ariana's…
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…
At least 4 killed in second explosion today in Israel - 2003-09-09
Two explosions in Israel today resulted in at least 4 deaths and numerous injuries, primarily among soldiers. The incidents highlight ongoing tensions between Israelis and…
Suicide Attack by a Palestinian Outside an Israeli Military Base - 2003-09-09
A Palestinian suicide bomber attacked outside an Israeli military base in East Tel Aviv, resulting in seven deaths and at least 15 injuries. The attack…
Anniversary of Ahmad Shah Masoud's Assassination - 2003-09-09
Supporters of Ahmad Shah Masoud are marking the second anniversary of his assassination in Kabul with a large ceremony attended by over 15,000 people and…
Israel Will Judge the Future Palestinian Prime Minister
Israel has stated it will evaluate the future Palestinian Prime Minister based on his actions, particularly regarding extremist groups like Hamas. Ahmad Qurei has not…
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.…
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…
Leader of the Extremist Group Hamas Injured in Israeli Missile Attack in Gaza City - 2003-09-06
Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, the leader of Hamas, was injured in an Israeli missile strike in Gaza, which also injured 15 others. The attack is part…
EU Foreign Ministers Express Concern Over Mahmoud Abbas's Resignation - 2003-09-06
European Union foreign ministers have voiced concerns regarding the resignation of Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas, warning it could lead to instability in Palestinian leadership.…
President Bush Signs Free Trade Agreements with Singapore and Chile at the White House - 2003-09-03
President Bush signed free trade agreements with Singapore and Chile, aimed at enhancing market access for American traders. These agreements are significant as they mark…
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…
Report on the Closing Ceremony of the Ninth Amateur Athletics World Championships - 2003-09-01
The closing ceremony of the Ninth Amateur Athletics World Championships took place in Paris, highlighting the achievements of amateur athletes from around the world. This…