September 2003
Iran Will Continue Its Nuclear Energy Program, Including Uranium Enrichment - 2003-09-28
Iran has announced its intention to continue its nuclear energy program, including uranium enrichment, despite international concerns. The Iranian government insists that its nuclear facilities…
Libya Seeks Urgent Dialogue with the U.S.
Libya is eager to start talks with the U.S. to normalize relations, especially after accepting responsibility for the 1988 Lockerbie bombing and agreeing to pay…
Iran's Negotiations with the International Atomic Energy Agency - 2003-09-21
Iran is currently discussing its response to a UN deadline requiring proof that it does not pursue a nuclear weapons program. The IAEA has set…
The U.S. Reimposes Sanctions on China North Industries Corporation
The U.S. has reimposed sanctions on China North Industries Corporation for alleged missile technology sales. This follows earlier sanctions related to sales to Iran. The…
Spanish Prime Minister Visits Libya for Official Meeting
Spanish Prime Minister Jose Maria Aznar has made a historic visit to Libya, marking the first visit by a Western leader since 1992. He is…
Jose Maria Aznar, Prime Minister of Spain, Travels to Tripoli, Capital of Libya Today - 2003-09-17
Jose Maria Aznar, the Spanish Prime Minister, is visiting Libya for the first time since 1992, aiming to discuss various regional issues with Muammar Gaddafi.…
The U.S. Accuses Russia of Transferring Weapons to Iran
The U.S. has accused Russia of supplying weapons to Iran, which is labeled a state sponsor of terrorism. While the U.S. will not impose sanctions…
Sanctions Against Libya Lifted
The UN Security Council has lifted sanctions against Libya after the country accepted responsibility for a 1988 plane bombing and agreed to pay compensation. This…
France Ends Opposition to Lifting UN Sanctions Against Libya
France has lifted its opposition to the UN sanctions against Libya after an agreement on compensation was reached for the families of victims from a…
France Threatens to Veto Resolution Lifting Economic Sanctions Against Libya - 2003-09-09
The UN Security Council has delayed a vote to lift sanctions against Libya due to France's threat to veto the resolution. The resolution follows Libya's…
Families of French Airline Victims Have No Protest Against Lifting Economic Sanctions on Libya
Families of victims from the 1989 U-T-A airline bombing are not protesting the lifting of UN sanctions against Libya until they receive full compensation. The…
Under the Microscope: Donald Rumsfeld's Visit to Iraq - Tony Blair's Warning to Iran - Canada Calls for Sanctions Against Iran - 2003-09-05
The article discusses Donald Rumsfeld's visit to Iraq, Tony Blair's warning to Iran, and Canada's call for sanctions against Iran. These events highlight the increasing…
Libya and France Engaged in Drafting Compensation Agreement
Libya and France are negotiating a compensation agreement for victims of a 1989 plane explosion. This deal may influence the lifting of sanctions against Libya,…
Burma Government Dismisses Hunger Strike of Democratic Movement Leader as Baseless - 2003-09-02
The Burmese government has dismissed claims that Aung San Suu Kyi is on a hunger strike in protest of her detention, labeling such assertions as…
New Agreement Between the French Government and Libya - 2003-09-01
The French government has reached a new agreement with Libya for compensation to the families of victims of a 1989 bombing of a French passenger…