February 2003
German Chancellor Urges Iraq to Comply with All UN Demands
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder calls on Iraq to meet UN demands, particularly regarding missile disarmament. He and Russian President Vladimir Putin share views on Iraq's…
The President of Turkmenistan Will Visit Iran Next Month - 2003-02-25
The President of Turkmenistan, Saparmurat Niyazov, will visit Iran next month to discuss natural gas exports and energy resource division with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami.…
Meeting of Yevgeny Primakov, Former Prime Minister of Russia, with Saddam Hussein - 2003-02-24
Yevgeny Primakov met with Saddam Hussein in Baghdad to discuss Iraq's cooperation with UN weapons inspectors. The meeting was requested by Russian President Vladimir Putin…
Louisiana Purchase Celebration - 2003-02-23
The article discusses the historical context of the Louisiana Purchase, highlighting how the United States acquired territories through financial transactions rather than military conquest. This…
Colin Powell: The Time to Act on Disarming Iraq Has Come - 2003-02-23
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. believes it is time to take action against Iraq for its non-compliance with UN disarmament demands. A new resolution…
Death Toll from Plane Crash in Southeastern Iran Lower than Initially Reported
A plane crash in southeastern Iran resulted in 276 fatalities, lower than the initially reported 302. All passengers were members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard…
Bad Weather Continues to Hinder Recovery of Bodies of 302 Individuals Who Died in Military Plane Crash
A military plane crash in Iran resulted in the deaths of 302 individuals, with only fifty bodies recovered so far due to ongoing bad weather.…
Russia: We Will Not Send Troops to Iraq - 2003-02-20
Russia has declared it will not send troops to Iraq in support of a potential U.S.-led war. This statement coincides with U.S. and British efforts…
United States Says It May Publicize New UN Resolution on Use of Force Against Iraq This Week - 2003-02-19
The U.S. may announce a new UN resolution this week allowing military action against Iraq, justified by Saddam Hussein's non-compliance with disarmament. While the U.S.…
Tony Blair: Britain Committed to Resolving Iraq Crisis Through the UN - 2003-02-15
Tony Blair emphasizes the UK's commitment to resolving the Iraq crisis through the UN while expressing a desire for Saddam Hussein's removal. The US is…
Yuri Fedotov: The Possibility of Finding Peaceful Solutions for the Iraq Crisis Has Increased
Yuri Fedotov, a Russian official, asserts that peaceful resolutions to the Iraq crisis are more attainable following a UN report indicating no need for military…
Japan and South Korea Welcome IAEA's Decision on North Korea's Nuclear Issue - 2003-02-13
Japan and South Korea have expressed support for the IAEA's decision to refer North Korea's nuclear issue to the UN Security Council, while China and…
Vladimir Putin Says Unilateral Use of Military Force by the U.S. is Unacceptable - 2003-02-13
Vladimir Putin criticized the U.S. for its unilateral military actions, asserting that such actions are unacceptable. He emphasized Russia's right to veto decisions in the…
International Atomic Energy Agency Decides to Refer North Korea's Nuclear Issue to the UN Security Council - 2003-02-13
The IAEA has decided to refer North Korea's nuclear activities to the UN Security Council due to violations of international nuclear safety regulations. Russia and…
Russian President: A US Attack on Iraq Without UN Approval Would Be a Major Mistake - 2003-02-12
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned against a US military attack on Iraq without UN approval, suggesting that Russia might use its veto power in the…
Announcement of Iran's Nuclear Activities by the President of Iran - 2003-02-12
The President of Iran announced the country's nuclear activities, focusing on nuclear fuel production and waste management. This announcement comes amidst a backdrop of European…
International Atomic Energy Agency Refers North Korea's Nuclear Issue to the UN Security Council - 2003-02-12
The IAEA has referred North Korea's nuclear issue to the UN Security Council due to non-compliance with international regulations. Russia and Cuba abstained from the…
In the Future, the Number of Permanent Inhabitants of the International Space Station Will Be Reduced from 3 to 2
The number of permanent crew members on the International Space Station is set to decrease from three to two due to insufficient resources. NASA's Sean…
Russia, France, and Germany Call for Intensified Weapons Inspections in Iraq - 2003-02-11
Russia, France, and Germany have called for stronger weapons inspections in Iraq, advocating for war to be a last resort. This statement was made by…
Richard Boucher: The International Atomic Energy Agency Must Investigate Iran's Nuclear Programs - 2003-02-11
Richard Boucher of the U.S. State Department expressed concerns that Iran's nuclear programs may lead to nuclear weapons development. Iranian President Mohammad Khatami announced uranium…
Vladimir Putin's Visit to France - 2003-02-10
Vladimir Putin visited Paris to discuss Iraq with French President Jacques Chirac. They focused on peaceful disarmament proposals from Germany and France, emphasizing the need…
Vladimir Putin and Gerhard Schröder Renew Call for Peaceful Solution to Iraq Crisis - 2003-02-09
Vladimir Putin and Gerhard Schröder have called for more time for UN weapons inspectors in Iraq during talks in Berlin. This comes after the U.S.…
Donald Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, is in Germany - 2003-02-08
Donald Rumsfeld is in Germany to speak at a security conference and promote the U.S. stance on war with Iraq. He is expected to meet…
France's Position on Iraq Remains Unchanged - 2003-02-07
French President Jacques Chirac reaffirmed France's unchanged position on Iraq following Colin Powell's report to the UN, emphasizing the need for continued inspections. Chirac's discussions…
Jacques Chirac Warned America Not to Go to War Against Iraq Without a Second Resolution - 2003-02-07
French President Jacques Chirac warned the U.S. against initiating war with Iraq without a second UN resolution, emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions. This warning…
Donald Rumsfeld: Possible Military Operations to Pressure Iraq Accelerate - 2003-02-07
Donald Rumsfeld announced that military operations to pressure Iraq regarding its weapons of mass destruction are intensifying. This statement follows discussions with Italian officials and…
Poll Results Show 61% of Russians Favor Neutrality in War with Iraq - 2003-02-06
A recent poll shows that a majority of Russians prefer neutrality in the potential U.S. conflict with Iraq, while Kyrgyz citizens support constitutional reforms and…
Pakistan Promises to Collaborate with Russia in the Fight Against International Terrorism - 2003-02-06
Pakistan has pledged to work with Russia to combat international terrorism following a visit by President Pervez Musharraf to Moscow. This collaboration includes assurances against…
UN Security Council Members' Opinions on Colin Powell's Remarks - 2003-02-05
After Colin Powell's speech regarding Iraq's weapons programs, key UN Security Council members expressed differing opinions on how to proceed. While some call for continued…
Russia: Tourist Visits to the International Space Station Will Be Suspended
Russia has suspended tourist visits to the International Space Station to focus on astronaut replacements and logistics after NASA halted American flights following the Columbia…
Pervez Musharraf, President of Pakistan, Arrives in Moscow for a Three-Day Visit
Pervez Musharraf, the President of Pakistan, has begun a three-day visit to Russia, aiming to strengthen ties between the two nations after decades of strained…
White House: President Bush to Attend Memorial for Columbia Astronauts Today - 2003-02-04
President Bush is attending a memorial for the Columbia astronauts who died in a tragic accident during their mission. The event highlights the impact of…
NASA Officials See No Reason for International Space Station to Be Uncrewed
NASA officials confirm that the ISS will remain crewed despite the emotional challenges faced by the astronauts following the Columbia disaster. Russian officials express concerns…
Russia to Reduce Work on Its Space Station Due to Suspension of U.S. Spacecraft Flights and Columbia Disaster - 2003-02-02
Following the Columbia disaster, Russia announced a significant reduction in work on the International Space Station due to the suspension of U.S. spacecraft flights. Russia…
Russia Launched an Unmanned Cargo Ship into Space - 2003-02-02
Russia launched an unmanned cargo ship into space following the tragic disintegration of the American shuttle Columbia, which killed seven astronauts. This cargo ship is…
Russia Prepares to Send Cargo Ship to International Space Station Tomorrow
Russia is set to launch a cargo ship to the International Space Station despite the recent tragedy of the Columbia spacecraft. The Russian Space Agency…