January 2003
High-ranking South Korean envoy returns to Seoul without meeting North Korean leader
A South Korean envoy returned to Seoul without meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong-il, despite hopes of delivering a private letter. North Korea rejected Russia's…
Ambush on UN Aid Convoy in Afghanistan Leaves Two Dead
An ambush on a UN aid convoy in Nangarhar, Afghanistan resulted in the deaths of two Afghan security officers. No aid workers were injured in…
Discovery of Twenty-Five Rockets in Northeast Kabul - 2003-01-26
Twenty-five rockets were discovered by International Security Assistance Force soldiers in northeast Kabul, with additional rockets found near Bagram Air Base. The presence of a…
Referendum on the Constitution of Chechnya - 2003-01-25
Vladimir Putin confirms that the referendum on Chechnya's constitution will proceed on March 23 despite calls for postponement due to ongoing violence and lack of…
U.S. Cooperation with Russia to Identify Chechen Terrorist Groups - 2003-01-23
The U.S. is collaborating with Russia to identify Chechen separatist groups potentially labeled as terrorist organizations. Richard Armitage condemned violence against civilians while urging respect…
Iran: Last month's crash of a Ukrainian plane was due to pilot error - 2003-01-22
Last month, a Ukrainian plane crashed in Iran, killing all 44 passengers, who were aviation experts. Iranian officials attribute the crash to pilot error based…
Colin Powell: The Security Council Must Address North Korea's Indifference
Colin Powell calls for the UN Security Council to address North Korea's non-compliance with arms treaties. The U.S. remains committed to a diplomatic resolution, while…
Libya Elected Chair of the UN Human Rights Commission This Year - 2003-01-21
Libya has been elected as the chair of the UN Human Rights Commission despite U.S. opposition. The vote was closed, with 33 members supporting Libya's…
Source Code of Windows Operating System Given to Russia - 2003-01-21
Microsoft has provided the source code of its Windows operating system to Russia as part of an international effort to enhance information systems. This move…
Ariel Sharon agrees with President Bush's proposal for peace with the Palestinians - 2003-01-20
Ariel Sharon supports President Bush's peace proposal for the Palestinians but criticizes the Quartet for wanting to include Yasser Arafat in the process. Both Sharon…
Ariel Sharon: The Peace Plan Prepared by the Quartet Should Not Be Taken Seriously - 2003-01-19
Ariel Sharon dismissed the Quartet's Middle East peace plan as insignificant in an interview, stating it should not be taken seriously. The Quartet, comprising the…
U.S. Officials: Claim by Future South Korean President is False - 2003-01-19
U.S. officials refuted claims by South Korea's future president that there were discussions about attacking North Korea before seeking a peaceful resolution. This statement aligns…
Remaining Steel from World Trade Center Sent to Shipyard
Steel remnants from the World Trade Center are being repurposed at a Mississippi shipyard for a new warship, which will honor the victims of the…
Russian Diplomat's Visit to North Korea - 2003-01-18
A Russian diplomat is in North Korea to discuss a plan to resolve the nuclear crisis and improve relations with the U.S. The plan includes…
Under the Microscope: Positive Steps in the Judiciary and Ministry of Intelligence - 2003-01-17
The article discusses recent positive developments in Iran's Judiciary and Ministry of Intelligence, including the acquittal of notable lawyers and the release of detained journalists.…
Under the Microscope: The Tehran City Council is Dissolved - 2003-01-16
The Tehran City Council is set to be dissolved, with officials expressing varied opinions on the matter. Additionally, Dr. Mohsen Rami and Ms. Nasrin Abadi…
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov Meets with IAEA Chief Mohamed ElBaradei - 2003-01-15
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov met with IAEA Chief Mohamed ElBaradei to discuss the Iraq crisis, emphasizing that military action should be a last resort.…
Hamid Karzai Establishes 4 Commissions for Disarmament of Regional Warlords
Hamid Karzai has established four commissions aimed at disarming regional warlords and building a national army, hoping to extend government control beyond Kabul. This move…
Interview with Mr. Saeed Rezvani Faqih about the Nationwide Referendum in Iranian Universities - Parts 1 and 2 - 2003-01-11
Mr. Saeed Rezvani Faqih discusses the ongoing efforts and objectives for organizing a nationwide referendum in Iranian universities during an interview with Behrooz Abassi. This…
Ukrainian Antonov 140 Aircraft Deviated from Its Course Before Crashing in Iran - 2003-01-10
A Ukrainian Antonov 140 aircraft crashed in Iran, killing all 44 passengers, who were aviation experts. The plane deviated from its course before colliding with…
Ariel Sharon Denies Any Wrongdoing - 2003-01-10
Ariel Sharon, the Israeli Prime Minister, has denied allegations of corruption that have emerged just weeks before elections, labeling them as lies from the opposition.…
Sri Lankan Government and Tamil Rebels Conclude Another Round of Peace Talks - 2003-01-09
The Sri Lankan government and Tamil rebels have concluded peace talks in Thailand, achieving significant progress on resettling around 100,000 displaced families and addressing foreign…
US-North Korea Relations Deteriorate
US-North Korea relations have worsened as both sides adopt harder stances instead of negotiating. The US demands North Korea outline its commitments, while North Korea…
Under the Microscope: Examination of Iran's Prisons - January 8, 2003
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the upcoming investigation into Iran's prison conditions by a UN delegation and highlights Dr. Hashem Aghajari's request for his statements…
Inauguration of Iran and the World Exhibition in Belgium - 2003-01-08
The Iran and the Contemporary World Exhibition opened in Brussels on January 7, 2003, attended by key European cultural figures and the Iranian ambassador. This…
Russia Calls on the United States Not to Undertake Military Action Against Iraq Without Prior UN Approval - 2003-01-06
Russia has urged the United States to refrain from military action against Iraq without UN approval, labeling such actions as unlawful. Russian Defense Minister Sergey…
Turkish General: War with Iraq May Incite Terrorists - 2003-01-06
Turkish General Hilmi Akin Zorlu warns that a U.S.-led war with Iraq could provoke terrorist attacks against foreigners in Afghanistan. He emphasizes that peacekeepers are…
The Return of Afghan Refugees to Their Homeland is Concerning
The UNHCR is worried about the return of Afghan refugees to a country with weak infrastructure, following the return of over two million refugees last…
Russia Warns the U.S. Against Military Action Against Iraq - 2003-01-05
Russia has issued a warning to the U.S. against launching military operations in Iraq without UN approval, emphasizing the importance of international consensus. This statement…
Senior South Korean Officials Head to Washington for Talks on North Korean Nuclear Crisis - 2003-01-05
Senior officials from South Korea are in Washington to address the North Korean nuclear crisis, with Russia offering its assistance. This meeting highlights the collaborative…
Mohammad Sadr's Remarks on Distrust of the U.S. Government - 2003-01-02
Mohammad Sadr, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, criticized the U.S. government for its irrationality and expressed distrust towards it. This statement coincides with the Iranian Parliament's…
Peace Treaty Between Japan and Russia - January 1, 2003
Japan and Russia have reached an agreement on a peace treaty to officially end World War II hostilities. The treaty involves resolving disputes over four…