November 2003
President Bush Praises Georgia for Peaceful Political Transition - 2003-11-26
President Bush commended Georgia for its smooth political transition and quick scheduling of presidential elections during a phone call with interim President Nino Burjanadze. This…
The Main Leader of Protests in Georgia Will Participate in the Presidential Elections
Nino Burjanadze announced that Mikheil Saakashvili, the leader of the protests in Georgia, will run in the presidential elections on January 4. This follows the…
January 4th Set as Date for Election of Successor to Edward Shevardnadze
The Georgian Parliament has set January 4th for the presidential election following Edward Shevardnadze's resignation. Interim President Nino Burjanadze has yet to announce her candidacy,…
Georgia's Parliament Convenes to Set Election Date - 2003-11-25
Georgia's Parliament is meeting for the first time after the resignation of President Eduard Shevardnadze to set a date for new elections, which are to…
Ban on News Activities of Al-Arabiya TV Network in Iraq
The U.S. State Department supports the Iraqi Transitional Governing Council's ban on Al-Arabiya TV following a controversial audio tape linked to Saddam Hussein. This decision…
Timeline for Transfer of Sovereignty in Iraq Established - 2003-11-25
Jalal Talabani has requested the UN to confirm the timeline for transferring sovereignty to Iraqis, with a temporary government expected by June 2004 and elections…
Request for Ceasefire by Sunni Muslim Leader in Iraq on the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr - 2003-11-24
The Sunni Muslim leader in Iraq has called for a one-week ceasefire to allow for peaceful Eid al-Fitr celebrations amidst rising violence during Ramadan. The…
General Elections in Georgia to Be Held in 45 Days - 2003-11-24
Eduard Shevardnadze resigned as President of Georgia amid widespread protests following disputed parliamentary elections. Nino Burjanadze has taken over as interim president and pledged to…
Broadcasting Reports Related to Iraq from Al-Arabiya Television Channel Banned
The Iraqi Governing Council has prohibited Al-Arabiya from broadcasting reports about Iraq due to the airing of a tape linked to Saddam Hussein that incited…
Prominent Opposition Figure in Georgia Becomes Acting President - 2003-11-24
Nino Burdzhanadze has been appointed as the acting president of Georgia following a shift in political alliances. She was previously a supporter of the former…
Rocket Attack in Iraq with Cart - 2003-11-22
Insurgents in Iraq launched rocket attacks from carts, injuring several people, while coalition forces discovered additional rockets. The attacks targeted the Iraqi Ministry of Oil…
Visit of Iraqi Governing Council Members to Iran - 2003-11-17
Members of the Iraqi Governing Council are visiting Iran to discuss political and economic cooperation. Iran's Foreign Minister expressed support for a free and independent…
Eduard Shevardnadze Consults with Vladimir Putin for the Second Time in Two Days
Eduard Shevardnadze has consulted with Vladimir Putin twice in two days amid protests in Georgia over alleged electoral fraud. The situation has calmed down, with…
The U.S. Will Transfer Power to a Temporary Government in Iraq by June Next Year - 2003-11-15
The U.S. plans to transfer power to a temporary Iraqi government by June 2004, with elections set for 2005. This announcement follows discussions between Iraqi…
President Bush: The People of Iraq Must Take Greater Responsibility in Managing Their Country - 2003-11-13
President Bush emphasized the need for Iraqis to take more responsibility for their governance, announcing plans to return Paul Bremer to assist in this transition.…
President Bush Meets with Paul Bremer, Senior American Official in Iraq - 2003-11-12
President Bush met with Paul Bremer to discuss the escalating violence in Iraq and the approaching deadline for drafting a constitution. The UN has set…
Elena Dementieva from Russia Achieves Victory Against Chanda Rubin from the USA
Elena Dementieva from Russia won against Chanda Rubin from the USA in the Women's Tennis Association Championships in Los Angeles. Justine Henin-Hardenne lost to Ai…
American Fighters Bomb Area Around Fallujah - 2003-11-10
American fighter jets bombed an area near Fallujah following an attack on U.S. soldiers, resulting in the deaths of 16 soldiers in a previous helicopter…
Opposition Leaders in Georgia Agree to Meet with President Eduard Shevardnadze - 2003-11-09
Opposition leaders in Georgia have agreed to meet with President Shevardnadze amid protests demanding his resignation following flawed elections. The president has proposed dialogue but…
Victory of Justine Henin-Hardenne and Anastasia Myskina in Women's Tennis Association Championships - 2003-11-08
Justine Henin-Hardenne and Anastasia Myskina won their matches in the Women's Tennis Association Championships in Los Angeles. Henin-Hardenne defeated Jennifer Capriati, and Myskina won against…
Turkey Refuses to Send Troops to Iraq
Turkey has decided not to send troops to Iraq due to opposition from Iraqi leaders, despite previously granting permission to send over ten thousand soldiers.…
American Soldiers Arrest Two Iraqi Generals in Fallujah - 2003-11-06
American soldiers have arrested two Iraqi generals in Fallujah, accused of supporting insurgents. This comes amid ongoing attacks on U.S. military convoys in Iraq, highlighting…
Paul Bremer's Support for the Idea of Forming an Iraqi Militia - 2003-11-05
Paul Bremer has conditionally supported the formation of an Iraqi militia to bolster security forces amid ongoing attacks on U.S. troops. The Iraqi Governing Council…
Iraqi Governing Council President's Visit to Turkey - 2003-11-05
Jalal Talabani, President of the Iraqi Governing Council, is set to visit Turkey to address tensions over the potential deployment of Turkish troops to Iraq.…