July 2003
President Bush: The Goal of Establishing a Palestinian State by 2005 is Realistic - 2003-07-31
President Bush asserts that establishing a Palestinian state by 2005 is still achievable, expressing confidence in Palestinian leadership and Israeli commitment. However, Palestinian officials have…
Tender for 22 New Homes in a Jewish Settlement in Gaza - 2003-07-31
Israel has announced a tender for 22 new homes in a Jewish settlement in Gaza, despite an international peace plan calling for a halt to…
Iranian Literature and Culture in Exile: The Unquenchable Voice of Iranian Protest, Mirza Agha Asgari - 2003-07-30
The article discusses the role of Iranian literature and culture in exile as a persistent form of protest against oppression. It highlights contributions from notable…
Ariel Sharon Meets with President Bush - 2003-07-29
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon met with President Bush to discuss the Middle East peace process, affirming his commitment while continuing the construction of a…
Bush and Sharon Meeting - July 29, 2003
President Bush is meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon to discuss the Middle East peace process and Israel's recent actions, including the release of…
Cancellation of the Completion Ceremony for the First Section of the Fence Separating Israel from the West Bank - 2003-07-28
Israel canceled the completion ceremony for a controversial fence separating it from the West Bank, likely to avoid upsetting President Bush ahead of his meeting…
Israel Agrees to Release 540 Palestinian Prisoners Including Members of Hamas and Islamic Jihad - 2003-07-28
Israel has agreed to release 540 Palestinian prisoners, including members of Hamas and Islamic Jihad, as a gesture of goodwill towards Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud…
Israel to Release One Hundred Palestinian Militants
Israel's cabinet has approved the release of nearly one hundred Palestinian militants as a goodwill gesture towards Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas. This decision coincides…
Ariel Sharon Expected to Request Government Approval for More Palestinian Prisoner Releases - 2003-07-27
Ariel Sharon is expected to request the Israeli government to approve the release of more Palestinian prisoners during a meeting before his talks with President…
Palestinians Praise the Efficiency of Mahmoud Abbas, Prime Minister of Palestine - 2003-07-26
Palestinians have expressed support for Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas's leadership amid ongoing tensions. Israel is defending the construction of a security barrier, which President Bush…
President Bush Identifies Terrorism as the Main Obstacle to Middle East Peace - 2003-07-25
President Bush and Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas aim to achieve peace between Israelis and Palestinians, identifying terrorism as the primary barrier to this goal.…
Calendar Day, July 24: Kitchen Debate - 2003-07-25
On July 24, 1959, Richard Nixon engaged in a famous debate with Nikita Khrushchev about capitalism at an exhibition in Moscow. This event is significant…
Sharon: The Issue of Settlements Will Be Discussed in Formal Peace Negotiations
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced that the issue of Jewish settlements will be addressed only in formal peace negotiations with the Palestinians, labeling it…
Sharon: The Cabinet Will Decide on Palestinian Prisoners on Wednesday - 2003-07-21
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced that the Cabinet will meet to decide on the release of Palestinian prisoners. The decision comes amid Palestinian demands…
Ariel Sharon and Mahmoud Abbas Meet to Discuss the Release of Imprisoned Palestinians - 2003-07-20
Ariel Sharon and Mahmoud Abbas met in Jerusalem to discuss the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. Israel plans to release several hundred prisoners…
Despite the Possibility of Releasing Some Palestinian Militants - 2003-07-19
Ariel Sharon plans to release around 60 Palestinian militants who have not engaged in terrorist activities as a gesture ahead of a meeting with Palestinian…
Ariel Sharon, Prime Minister of Israel, Meets with Prime Minister of Norway - 2003-07-17
Ariel Sharon visited Norway to discuss Middle East peace with Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg. His aim was to encourage the UK to cut ties with…
U.S. Provides $20 Million Aid to Palestinian Authority - 2003-07-16
The U.S. has allocated $20 million to the Palestinian Authority for rebuilding efforts after years of conflict with Israel. This marks a significant shift in…
Under the Microscope: Increasing Pressures of the Islamic Republic and the Suppression of Journalists - 2003-07-14
The article discusses the increasing repression of journalists in Iran, particularly under Tehran prosecutor Saeed Mortazavi, and highlights the murder of Canadian-Iranian journalist Zahra Kazemi.…
Ariel Sharon's Meeting with Tony Blair in London - 2003-07-14
Ariel Sharon met with Tony Blair in London to persuade the UK to cut ties with Yasser Arafat, whom Israel accuses of terrorism. Despite Israeli…
Ariel Sharon Arrives in London - 2003-07-13
Ariel Sharon has arrived in London to discuss the Middle East peace process with Tony Blair. He aims to pressure the UK to avoid contact…
Raan Ghisan: Yasser Arafat May Be Expelled - 2003-07-13
A senior Israeli official warned that Yasser Arafat could be expelled if he continues to obstruct Mahmoud Abbas's peace efforts. This tension has increased following…
Increased European Support for Mahmoud Abbas - 2003-07-12
European support for Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas is being emphasized, with Italy's Foreign Minister urging EU countries to strengthen his role in the peace…
Ariel Sharon's Visit to Washington - July 11, 2003
Ariel Sharon is set to visit Washington earlier than planned at the request of the White House, coinciding with a visit from Palestinian Prime Minister…
The Gateway Website, Serving Persian Literature with Diverse Content - 2003-07-06
The article discusses the Gateway website, which focuses on Persian literature and features various contributions, including a piece on Gabriel Garcia Marquez. It highlights the…
Mahmoud Abbas Negotiates with Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, Founder of Hamas in Gaza - 2003-07-06
Mahmoud Abbas is negotiating with Hamas founder Sheikh Ahmed Yassin in Gaza to address the demands for the release of Palestinian prisoners and to maintain…
Israel Released 33 Palestinian Prisoners on Thursday - 2003-07-04
Israel released 33 Palestinian prisoners, with more expected to follow. The release includes individuals detained during a recent raid in Hebron, and Prime Minister Ariel…
Palestinian Security Forces Deployed in Bethlehem - 2003-07-03
Palestinian security forces have been deployed in Bethlehem following Israel's transfer of security responsibilities. President Bush praised Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon for the withdrawal,…
Israeli Forces Prepare to Withdraw from West Bank Cities and Bethlehem - 2003-07-02
Israeli forces are set to withdraw from West Bank cities and Bethlehem following negotiations between Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas.…
Israeli and Palestinian Leaders: The Time for Difficult Decisions Has Arrived - 2003-07-02
Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Ariel Sharon and Mahmoud Abbas, have agreed to make tough decisions for peace during a joint press conference. They discussed the…