July 2003
OPEC Announces No Change to Oil Production Quotas
OPEC has decided to maintain current oil production quotas while leaving the possibility of reducing production later this year. This decision comes as global oil…
Claim of Victory by the Cambodian People's Party in Parliamentary Elections - 2003-07-28
The Cambodian People's Party has declared victory in the parliamentary elections, winning most constituencies except for the capital where they lost to the opposition. The…
Idi Amin in a Coma in Saudi Arabia - 2003-07-21
Idi Amin, the former Ugandan dictator, is in a coma in Saudi Arabia due to severe hypertension. His condition is critical, and there are requests…
Saudi Police Arrest 16 Terrorist Suspects
Saudi police have detained 16 suspects believed to be planning terrorist attacks. The arrests are connected to recent suicide bombings that resulted in significant casualties.…
Tehran Agrees to Sign UN Protocol
Tehran has agreed to sign a UN protocol allowing unannounced inspections of its nuclear facilities. Deputy Foreign Minister Gholamali Khoshroo made the announcement during a…
Use of U.S. Economic Pressure to Encourage Democratic Changes in Burma - 2003-07-12
The U.S. plans to apply economic pressure on Burma to promote democratic reforms, citing a lack of progress in the country. Richard Armitage emphasized the…