January 2003
North Korea's First Direct Reaction to President Bush's Speech - 2003-01-30
North Korea reacted sharply to President Bush's speech, labeling it an act of aggression and mocking him as a fraud. Bush emphasized that the U.S.…
Report Witness: Colin Powell's Press Conference with European Journalists - 2003-01-28
Colin Powell held a press conference with European journalists, as reported by Le Monde. This interaction highlights the U.S. diplomatic stance in Europe during a…
A Senior South Korean Diplomat Meets with the Isolated Leader of North Korea Today - 2003-01-28
A senior South Korean diplomat, Lim Dong-won, is meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-il today as part of efforts to persuade North Korea to…
Iraq's Non-Compliance with UN Disarmament Resolutions - 2003-01-27
The UN weapons inspectors reported to the Security Council that Iraq has not complied with disarmament resolutions, with key issues unresolved. U.S. and British officials…
Good News of Politics - 2003-01-27
The article discusses the implications of globalization on politics, emphasizing that fundamental issues cannot be ignored under the guise of political interests. It reflects on…
Continued Protests in the Capital of Ivory Coast - 2003-01-27
Protests continue in Abidjan against a peace agreement brokered by France to end the civil war in Ivory Coast. Demonstrators are demanding explanations for the…
An Inside Look: Interview with Economist Correspondent Christopher Dubleg - 2003-01-27
The Economist published a comprehensive report on Iran, covering its political, social, and economic dimensions. The report features an interview with correspondent Christopher Dubleg conducted…
Interview with Sayeh Saidi Sirjani Regarding Her Open Letter to the European Union - 2003-01-26
Sayeh Saidi Sirjani wrote an open letter to the European Parliament addressing human rights issues in Iran while Iran's Foreign Minister was in Brussels for…
OPEC Plans to Compensate for Oil Shortages in Case of War Against Iraq - 2003-01-26
OPEC, led by Saudi Arabia, is preparing to address potential oil shortages if a war against Iraq occurs. Saudi Oil Minister Ali Naimi emphasized that…
Referendum on the Constitution of Chechnya - 2003-01-25
Vladimir Putin confirms that the referendum on Chechnya's constitution will proceed on March 23 despite calls for postponement due to ongoing violence and lack of…
Turkish Prime Minister: U.S. Use of Turkish Bases Requires International Legitimacy - 2003-01-25
Turkish Prime Minister Abdullah Gul emphasized the need for international legitimacy regarding U.S. military actions from Turkish bases against Iraq. He indicated that Turkey would…
The UK International Development Committee Calls for Increased Economic Aid to Afghanistan - 2003-01-24
The UK International Development Committee has issued a warning regarding the potential chaos in Afghanistan if further economic and security assistance is not provided. The…
International Activities of the Islamic Republic - 2003-01-23
The Islamic Republic of Iran participated in an international conference in Istanbul concerning Iraq's neighboring countries, with Mr. Kamal Kharrazi attending the European Parliament where…
Peace Talks for Ivory Coast Progressing in France - 2003-01-21
Peace talks in France are advancing to resolve a four-month conflict in Ivory Coast, with the government, opposition, and rebels nearing agreement on election eligibility.…
Interview with De Bellaigue: Iran's Reformists - January 21, 2003
In an interview, Setarhe Derakhshesh speaks with Christopher De Bellaigue about the state of reformists in Iran. De Bellaigue, a seasoned journalist, provides insights into…
I Salute You, Mary
The film 'I Salute You, Mary' directed by Jean-Luc Godard faced global condemnation from the Catholic Church and protesters for its perceived blasphemy. Despite the…
Spiritual Leader of Terrorist Group Jamaah Islamiyah Responsible for Bombings - 2003-01-21
Indonesian police have recommended charging cleric Abu Bakar Bashir with treason related to deadly bombings in 2000 and a conspiracy to assassinate the president. Bashir…
Ariel Sharon agrees with President Bush's proposal for peace with the Palestinians - 2003-01-20
Ariel Sharon supports President Bush's peace proposal for the Palestinians but criticizes the Quartet for wanting to include Yasser Arafat in the process. Both Sharon…
Exhibition of Genghis Khan's Heritage at the Famous Metropolitan Museum in New York City - 2003-01-20
The Metropolitan Museum in New York is hosting an exhibition focused on Genghis Khan's heritage, featuring artifacts primarily from pre-14th century Iran. This event highlights…
Ariel Sharon: The Peace Plan Prepared by the Quartet Should Not Be Taken Seriously - 2003-01-19
Ariel Sharon dismissed the Quartet's Middle East peace plan as insignificant in an interview, stating it should not be taken seriously. The Quartet, comprising the…
The First Large Group of Peacekeepers from West African Countries Arrives in Ivory Coast - 2003-01-19
A significant contingent of West African peacekeepers has arrived in Ivory Coast to support a ceasefire agreement amid ongoing civil conflict. This group includes Senegalese…
On Sunday, the People of Cuba Went to the Polls to Cast Their Votes in Elections
On Sunday, Cubans participated in one-party elections despite opposition calls for a boycott. Fidel Castro, the long-standing president, voted in Santiago as he seeks re-election.…
Chavez's Warning to Food Producers - 2003-01-19
Hugo Chavez has threatened food producers involved in a strike, accusing them of trying to weaken the populace through hunger. He appointed a new military…
Venezuelan President Defends Army Attacks on Non-Alcoholic Beverage Factories
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has justified military actions against beverage factories to combat food hoarding by opposition groups. The country is facing a general strike…
Reduction in the Number of Soldiers to be Deployed in Turkey - 2003-01-18
The U.S. plans to reduce the number of soldiers it intends to deploy to Turkey for a potential war with Iraq from 80,000 to 15,000…
Democratic Representatives in the U.S. Congress Call for Government Aid to African Famine Victims - 2003-01-17
Democratic representatives in the U.S. Congress are advocating for increased food aid for 30 million people facing famine in Southern Africa. They proposed a new…
Alexander Lous Yukov Expresses Optimism for Mediation Between North Korea and the U.S.
Alexander Lous Yukov, Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister, is cautiously optimistic about mediating between North Korea and the U.S. regarding nuclear weapons. The U.S. has assured…
Discovery of Empty Chemical Warheads in Iraq - 2003-01-16
UN inspectors found empty chemical warheads in Iraq while searching for weapons of mass destruction. Mohamed ElBaradei is seeking an extension for the inspection mission,…
European Union Receives New Information from Hans Blix - January 16, 2003
Hans Blix visited Brussels to update EU officials on UN weapons inspectors' activities in Iraq. This meeting highlights ongoing international concerns regarding Iraq's compliance with…
Venezuelan President in New York for Talks with UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Current Crisis - 2003-01-16
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is meeting with UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan in New York to discuss the ongoing crisis in Venezuela. The talks aim to…
Oil Prices Rise Again in Global Market - 2003-01-14
Oil prices have increased due to a prolonged strike in Venezuela and the potential for U.S. military action against Iraq. OPEC's decision to boost production…
Rising Oil Prices in Global Markets - 2003-01-14
Oil prices have surged due to a general strike in Venezuela, with Brent crude reaching $30 per barrel. President Hugo Chavez is set to meet…
Oil Prices Rise in Global Markets - 2003-01-14
Oil prices have increased globally due to a general strike in Venezuela aimed at forcing President Hugo Chavez to resign. The strike has reportedly resulted…
Venezuelan Soldiers Fire Tear Gas at Marchers, Leaving 19 Injured - 2003-01-13
Venezuelan soldiers used tear gas against opposition marchers, injuring 19, including a journalist. The protest was in support of a general strike affecting the country's…
James Kelly Meets with Roh Moo-hyun, President of South Korea
James Kelly, a senior U.S. diplomat, is scheduled to meet with South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun to discuss the North Korean nuclear crisis. Bill Richardson,…
OPEC Increases Oil Production by One Million and Five Hundred Thousand Barrels per Day - 2003-01-12
OPEC has decided to increase oil production by 1.5 million barrels per day to offset declines from Venezuela's oil strike. This decision is crucial to…
Opponents of Chavez Prepare for March at Military Complex in Caracas - 2003-01-12
Opponents of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez are planning a march at a military complex in Caracas despite previous violent clashes. Chavez has warned he will…
Ali Al-Naimi: Labor Unrest in Venezuela Has Not Led to Oil Shortages in Global Markets - 2003-01-12
Saudi Oil Minister Ali Al-Naimi reassured that labor unrest in Venezuela is not causing global oil shortages. OPEC is taking measures to offset production declines…
Saudi Oil Minister: OPEC Will Compensate for Any Disruption in Global Oil Production - 2003-01-12
The Saudi Oil Minister announced that OPEC will address potential disruptions in global oil production due to the impending Iraq war and ongoing strikes in…
Dismissal of One Thousand Oil Workers in Venezuela to Break Strikes - 2003-01-11
Hugo Chavez has dismissed one thousand oil workers to counter widespread strikes disrupting Venezuela's oil industry. The strikes, initiated by the opposition, aim to remove…
Ivorian Rebels Claim Government Gunships Attacked Their Positions - 2003-01-10
Rebels in Ivory Coast report that government gunships attacked their positions, resulting in 15 deaths. The military has not commented on the claims but continues…
European Union: War with Iraq is Not Inevitable - 2003-01-10
European Union officials assert that war with Iraq is not unavoidable and emphasize the need for a peaceful resolution through the UN Security Council. Key…
Turkish General Criticizes Ruling Party's Support for Islamic Dress Code and Headscarf for Women - 2003-01-09
General Hilmi Özkök of the Turkish army criticized Prime Minister Abdullah Gül and the ruling Justice and Development Party for promoting Islamist activities and supporting…
OPEC Plans to Discuss Increasing Oil Production - 2003-01-09
OPEC is set to discuss increasing oil production to address shortfalls from Venezuelan strikes, amid rising demand due to geopolitical tensions. Richard Boucher from the…
Twenty Armed Men Attack Peshawar Cable Television Station Causing Significant Damage - 2003-01-09
Twenty armed men attacked a cable television station in Peshawar, destroying equipment and prompting the station to suspend operations indefinitely. The attack reflects rising tensions…
European Union to Send $10 Million in Food Aid to North Korea - 2003-01-09
The European Union has announced a $10 million food aid package for North Korea, increasing its humanitarian assistance significantly. The UN World Food Program has…
British Police Continue Search for Ricin Poison - 2003-01-09
British police are searching for ricin poison after traces were found in a London apartment, leading to the arrest of seven terrorism suspects. The suspects,…
Inauguration of Iran and the World Exhibition in Belgium - 2003-01-08
The Iran and the Contemporary World Exhibition opened in Brussels on January 7, 2003, attended by key European cultural figures and the Iranian ambassador. This…
Today, oil prices suddenly dropped due to news that OPEC may increase its oil production - 2003-01-07
Oil prices fell sharply today after reports that OPEC might increase production. Saudi Arabia is advocating for this increase to prevent further price rises that…
Major Terrorism Alert Ends with Arrest of Man in Germany - 2003-01-06
A man hijacked a small plane in Germany, threatening to crash it into the European Central Bank to draw attention to a historical event. The…
Storm Accompanied by Heavy Rains Sweeps Across Europe - 2003-01-05
A severe storm with heavy rainfall has impacted Europe, leading to significant casualties and damages. The report highlights the situation as covered by a Voice…
Tensions Escalate After Shooting in Caracas - 2003-01-05
Tensions in Venezuela have escalated after shootings during pro-Chavez demonstrations, injuring police officers and resulting in deaths. A general strike against President Hugo Chavez is…
Heavy Snow and Blizzard Today Caused the Cancellation of Many Flights at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris
Heavy snowfall and a blizzard in Europe have led to the cancellation of numerous flights at Paris's Charles de Gaulle Airport. The severe weather has…
Hugo Chavez: We May Resort to Martial Law to Establish Order in Venezuela
Hugo Chavez announced the possibility of imposing martial law in Venezuela following deadly clashes between opposition and government forces. The situation is exacerbated by a…
Omar Hassan al-Bashir, President of Sudan: Wishes to Achieve Community Peace with Southern Rebels to End Civil War
Omar Hassan al-Bashir, the President of Sudan, aims to negotiate peace with southern rebels to end a long-standing civil war. The proposed peace would involve…
People Around the World Celebrate Christmas Amid Tight Security - 2003-01-02
On the first day of Christmas, people worldwide celebrated with various festivities under heightened security. Major events took place in the U.S., including the Rose…
Message from the Leader of the Catholic Church for the New Year - 2003-01-01
Pope John Paul delivered a New Year message urging an end to violence in the Middle East, emphasizing the possibility of peace. He addressed worshippers…
Palestinian Authority Announces First Official Budget
The Palestinian Authority has unveiled its first official budget, committing to combat corruption and enhance transparency. Finance Minister Salam Fayyad presented the budget to the…