February 2003
Iraqi General: Baghdad Has Not Yet Decided Whether to Comply with UN Order to Destroy Al-Sumoud 2 Missiles
The Iraqi government is undecided on whether to follow a UN directive to destroy its Al-Sumoud 2 missiles. General Hosam Muhammad Amin indicates that Iraq…
Thousands of Protesters Demand the Resignation of Robert Kocharian, President of Armenia - 2003-02-23
Thousands of protesters in Yerevan are calling for the resignation of President Robert Kocharian following controversial election results that favored him over opposition candidate Stepan…
The U.S. Sends Three Thousand Troops to the Philippines to Fight Abu Sayyaf Militants - 2003-02-21
The U.S. is deploying three thousand troops to the Philippines to assist in combating Abu Sayyaf militants, with a significant portion being special forces. The…
Eight Individuals Charged with Supporting and Funding a Palestinian Militant Group
Eight individuals have been charged with supporting the Islamic Jihad militant group, with four residing in the U.S. Sami al-Arian, a prominent academic, is identified…
Presidential Election in Armenia Heads to Second Round
The Armenian presidential election will proceed to a second round as no candidate achieved the required majority. Incumbent Robert Kocharian and rival Stepan Demirchyan are…
Voters in Armenia Go to the Polls to Elect Their New President - 2003-02-18
Voters in Armenia are casting their ballots to elect a new president, with eight candidates including the incumbent Robert Kocharian. Key issues include education, economic…
Jose Maria Aznar Meets President Bush on Iraq Crisis at Bush's Ranch - 2003-02-16
Spanish Prime Minister Jose Maria Aznar is set to meet with President Bush to discuss the Iraq crisis. This meeting follows an upcoming EU leaders'…
Iranian Protests in Washington Against the Actions of the Iranian Regime - 2003-02-14
Iranian expatriates held a demonstration in Washington to protest against the Iranian regime's actions. The protest took place in front of the U.S. Department of…
Germany Seeks 12.5 Years Imprisonment for Algerian Terrorists
German prosecutors are seeking a 12.5-year sentence for Algerian terrorists involved in a deadly bombing in Strasbourg in 2000. The case highlights ongoing concerns about…
Algerian Terrorists Sentenced to 12.5 Years for Bombing in France
Algerian terrorists have been sentenced to 12.5 years for a bombing in France that killed many during a Christmas market. One member admitted to training…
Clashes Violating Ceasefire Agreement Between Ivorian Rebels and Government Forces Ongoing - 2003-02-10
Clashes are occurring between Ivorian rebels and government forces, violating a ceasefire agreement. The rebels are primarily from Liberia, and the fighting has resulted in…
Tomorrow, the issue of the civil war in Côte d'Ivoire will be addressed - 2003-02-09
A summit conference is scheduled for tomorrow to address the civil war in Côte d'Ivoire, involving West African leaders, the Ivorian government, and rebels. The…
Rebels in Ivory Coast Demand President Implement Peace Accord
Rebels in Ivory Coast are urging President Laurent Gbagbo to fully implement a peace agreement that ended a civil war. Gbagbo has expressed reluctance to…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Homayoun Shajarian, Young Iranian Musician - 2003-02-08
The article features an interview with Homayoun Shajarian, a prominent young Iranian musician, conducted by Voice of America. This interview highlights his contributions to Iranian…
Bulgarian Government Cooperation with the United States in Potential War Against Iraq - 2003-02-06
The Bulgarian government has agreed to allow U.S. military operations in its airspace for a potential conflict with Iraq, specifically for the purpose of addressing…
At least thirty people killed in explosion in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial center - 2003-02-02
An explosion in Lagos, Nigeria, has resulted in at least thirty fatalities, with reports suggesting the number could be as high as fifty. The incident…