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January 2003
18 Bus Passengers Killed in Mine Explosion in Afghanistan
A mine explosion in Afghanistan killed 18 bus passengers and injured two others. Police suspect Al-Qaeda affiliates were responsible, targeting Afghan security forces nearby. This…
Mohammad ElBaradei: Iraq Must Provide Inspectors More Opportunities to Speak Privately with Iraqi Scientists
Mohammad ElBaradei, head of the IAEA, emphasized that Iraq needs to provide more opportunities for inspectors to engage privately with Iraqi scientists and allow reconnaissance…
Ayatollah Montazeri: I Bow Only to God
Ayatollah Montazeri, a prominent dissident cleric in Iran, was released from five years of house arrest without any conditions. He emphasized his commitment to speaking…
Reactions of the US and UK Ambassadors at the United Nations - January 30, 2003
The UN Security Council discussed the report from UN inspectors, prompting reactions from the US and UK ambassadors. This session is significant as it reflects…
Report from UN Inspectors - 2003-01-30
UN inspectors submitted a report to the Security Council about their findings in Iraq, indicating limited cooperation from the Iraqi government. This matter is significant…
Bush Administration to Release Information on Iraq's Hidden Weapons - 2003-01-29
The Bush administration is set to disclose information about how Iraq concealed its banned weapons from inspectors. Secretary of State Colin Powell is expected to…
Report Witness: Colin Powell's Press Conference with European Journalists - 2003-01-28
Colin Powell held a press conference with European journalists, as reported by Le Monde. This interaction highlights the U.S. diplomatic stance in Europe during a…
In Response to Increased Likelihood of War, Stock Indices in International Markets Plummeted - 2003-01-28
Stock indices worldwide fell sharply due to fears of impending war following a UN report on Iraq's non-compliance with a Security Council resolution. The Dow…
Moscow May Take a Tougher Stance on Iraq
Vladimir Putin warned that Russia might take a tougher stance on Iraq if the Baghdad government obstructs UN weapons inspectors. This statement comes amid international…
Nazi Baghlari Report: UN Weapons Inspectors' Report in Iraq - 2003-01-27
The UN weapons inspectors' report on Iraq indicated a lack of compliance with disarmament resolutions. This report was presented to the Security Council and highlights…
Colin Powell: Washington Willing to Improve Relations with North Korea
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. is ready to improve relations with North Korea if it stops its nuclear programs. North Korea is open to…
Computer Worm Attacks Internet Information Highways
A new computer worm has significantly disrupted Internet traffic, particularly affecting Asian countries like South Korea. Experts are investigating its origins, with some pointing to…
Inspectors Submit Their Report to the Security Council on Monday - 2003-01-26
High-ranking UN weapons inspectors are set to present their findings on Iraq's compliance with disarmament to the Security Council. Key figures include Hans Blix and…
Reactions of Senior German Officials to Donald Rumsfeld's Statements - January 26, 2003
Senior German officials, including the Chancellor and President, reacted to comments made by U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld. This exchange highlights the diplomatic tensions between…
Defense Expert: The U.S. Government is Considering the Use of Nuclear Weapons Against Specific Targets in Iraq - 2003-01-26
A defense expert reveals that the U.S. government is contemplating the use of nuclear weapons against specific targets in Iraq, particularly against deep underground bunkers…
Formation of a Palestinian State by 2005 is Possible
Colin Powell announced the potential for a Palestinian state by 2005 during a speech in Davos, emphasizing U.S. involvement in Middle East peace efforts. He…
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…
Colin Powell: Washington is Willing to Improve Relations with Pyongyang - 2003-01-26
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. is open to better relations with North Korea if it fulfills its nuclear disarmament commitments. This statement was made…
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…
Colin Powell Optimistic About Resolving North Korean Nuclear Crisis Through Diplomacy - 2003-01-25
Colin Powell expresses optimism about resolving the North Korean nuclear crisis through diplomacy, despite ongoing tensions. South Korea is actively engaging in negotiations and has…
Switzerland Proposes to Facilitate Meeting Between American and Iraqi Officials - 2003-01-25
Switzerland has offered to host a meeting between U.S. and Iraqi officials to prevent war. This proposal was made during a meeting with U.S. Secretary…
Turkish Prime Minister: U.S. Use of Turkish Bases Requires International Legitimacy - 2003-01-25
Turkish Prime Minister Abdullah Gul emphasized the need for international legitimacy regarding U.S. military actions from Turkish bases against Iraq. He indicated that Turkey would…
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister: Direct Negotiations Between the U.S. and North Korea Are the Only Possible Solution
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov emphasized that direct talks between the U.S. and North Korea are essential to prevent war over North Korea's nuclear…
Reactions to Donald Rumsfeld's Remarks in Europe - 2003-01-24
Donald Rumsfeld's comments on Germany and France's stance on the Iraq crisis have sparked significant backlash in both political and cultural spheres in Europe. This…
IAEA to Hold Meeting Next Week to Intervene in North Korean Nuclear Crisis - 2003-01-24
The IAEA will meet next week to discuss intervention in the North Korean nuclear crisis, urging diplomatic solutions. If unsuccessful by February 3, the issue…
French and German Leaders React Angrily to Donald Rumsfeld's Remarks - 2003-01-24
French and German leaders expressed strong discontent over U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld's comments labeling them as 'the old Europe' and suggesting they are…
Two Armed Palestinians Killed in the West Bank of Gaza
Two armed Palestinians were killed in a confrontation with Israeli forces in Gaza, following the destruction of a metalworking shop. This incident highlights ongoing violence…
Bomb Explosion in Caracas Leaves One Dead and at Least Fourteen Injured - 2003-01-24
A bomb explosion in Caracas resulted in one death and at least fourteen injuries during a pro-government rally for President Hugo Chavez. The incident highlights…
In Britain, a group of anti-war protesters prepares to travel to Iraq - 2003-01-23
A group of 50 anti-war protesters in Britain is preparing to travel to Iraq to act as human shields against potential US and British attacks.…
The North Korea Issue Will Be Referred to the UN Security Council by the End of This Week - 2003-01-23
The U.S. plans to refer the North Korea issue to the UN Security Council amid threats from North Korea of war in response to sanctions.…
Persian Internet of Voice of America Needs Volunteers
Voice of America's Persian Internet section is seeking volunteers to contribute content on various topics. Currently, there is no financial compensation available for contributors. This…
Referral of the North Korea Issue to the United Nations - 2003-01-22
John Bolton announced that the North Korean nuclear crisis will likely be discussed at the UN Security Council soon, with the support of South Korea.…
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…
Foreign Ministers of Security Council Member States Adopt Declaration Against Terrorism - 2003-01-21
The foreign ministers of UN Security Council member states unanimously adopted a declaration urging all UN members to enhance their actions against terrorism. This declaration…
The United Nations Security Council Discusses International Counter-Terrorism Efforts - 2003-01-21
The UN Security Council convened a special meeting to address international counter-terrorism efforts and the Iraq crisis. This meeting involved foreign ministers and highlights ongoing…
U.S. Secretary of State: The World Should Not Hesitate to Act Against Baghdad if Iraq Defies Disarmament
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell warned that the international community must act against Iraq if it fails to disarm. Hans Blix reported Iraq's refusal…
France and Germany Pursue a Unified Policy in the Security Council - 2003-01-20
French President Jacques Chirac announced that France and Germany are aligned in their policy within the UN Security Council. This collaboration highlights the growing diplomatic…
Iraq Promises to Cooperate in Disclosing Information Related to Its Weapons Program - 2003-01-20
Iraq has committed to cooperating with UN weapons inspectors by facilitating private interviews with Iraqi scientists and searching for warheads. This development follows a lack…
Meeting of Foreign Ministers of UN Security Council Member States in New York - 2003-01-20
Foreign ministers from UN Security Council member states are meeting in New York to evaluate the global fight against terrorism and discuss arms programs in…
Hundreds of Thousands Worldwide Protest Against Military Attack on Iraq - 2003-01-19
Hundreds of thousands protested globally against a potential U.S. military attack on Iraq, condemning the Bush administration's policies. Demonstrations took place in Washington and other…
Interview with Dr. Ismail Adibi on the Economic Situation in America Last Year, Parts One and Two - 2003-01-18
The article features an interview with Dr. Ismail Adibi regarding the economic conditions in the United States over the past year. This discussion is significant…
Colin Powell: Iraq is not cooperating with UN weapons inspectors - 2003-01-18
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. has evidence of Iraq's non-cooperation with UN weapons inspectors, which is expected to be confirmed by the end of…
Bail for the Killer of British Anti-Terrorism Police Officer Denied by Court
A 27-year-old African man was denied bail after being accused of murdering a British anti-terrorism officer during a police raid in Manchester. The raid was…
The Saudi Arabian Government is Preparing to Carry Out a Coup in Iraq - 2003-01-17
The Saudi government is reportedly planning a coup in Iraq to avert a war with the U.S. and its allies. The strategy involves persuading Saddam…
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…
Donald Rumsfeld Orders Deployment of Thousands More American Soldiers to the Persian Gulf - 2003-01-13
Donald Rumsfeld has ordered the deployment of thousands more U.S. soldiers to the Persian Gulf as tensions rise over a potential war with Iraq. The…
Another 27,000 American Soldiers Being Deployed to the Persian Gulf in Preparation for War with Iraq - 2003-01-12
The U.S. is deploying an additional 27,000 soldiers to the Persian Gulf, increasing the total expected to 150,000 by mid-February, as tensions rise over Iraq's…
Leaders of Iraq's Neighboring Countries Emphasize Peaceful Resolution
Leaders from Iraq's neighboring countries, including Turkey and Iran, are advocating for a peaceful resolution to the conflict with the U.S. over Iraq. This stance…
According to the U.S. Secretary of Defense's order, 62,000 more soldiers are heading to the Persian Gulf - 2003-01-12
The U.S. Secretary of Defense has ordered the deployment of 62,000 additional soldiers to the Persian Gulf, aiming to raise the total to 150,000 by…
Colin Powell: North Korea has shown its indifference to the international community - 2003-01-11
Colin Powell criticized North Korea for its withdrawal from the nuclear non-proliferation treaty, indicating it has shown indifference to international norms. The U.S. remains open…
The U.S. and Turkey Have Not Yet Reached an Agreement on the Use of Turkish Bases - 2003-01-10
The U.S. and Turkey are still negotiating the use of Turkish bases for potential military action against Iraq. While Turkey has allowed U.S. military assessments…
Senior Inspectors: Baghdad is Not Fully Cooperating with UN Experts - 2003-01-10
UN weapons inspectors reported that Baghdad is not fully cooperating with their efforts, inspecting multiple sites including a pharmaceutical company and a missile workshop. This…
First Negotiations Between the Two Koreas After North Korea Resumed Nuclear Activities - 2003-01-09
North Korea has agreed to high-level negotiations with South Korea for the first time since resuming nuclear activities. South Korea aims to persuade North Korea…
Hans Blix to Submit His Report Today - 2003-01-09
Hans Blix is submitting a report to the UN Security Council regarding Iraq's weapons of mass destruction claims. He raises concerns about missing information in…
North Korea Threatens War
North Korea has issued a warning of war if international sanctions are imposed due to its nuclear program. This threat follows a final warning from…
President Bush: The United States Does Not Intend to Attack North Korea - 2003-01-07
President Bush reassured that the U.S. will not attack North Korea but expects compliance with nuclear disarmament. The IAEA has warned North Korea to allow…
U.S. National Security Group Preparing Plans for Post-War Administration of Iraq - 2003-01-06
The U.S. National Security Group is developing plans for Iraq's post-war administration and democratization, which includes a significant military presence for at least 18 months…
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…
Jordanian Court Upholds Death Sentence for Raed Hijazi
A Jordanian court has confirmed the death sentence for Raed Hijazi, who was convicted of plotting attacks against American and Israeli targets. This ruling follows…
Raelian Religious Sect and the Cloning of the First Human - 2003-01-04
The Raelian sect claims to have cloned the first human and predicts that their Imam Mahdi will arrive in 33 years to save the world.…
Restrictions on Iraqi Imports - 2003-01-01
The UN Security Council, at the behest of the US and UK, has voted to impose import restrictions on Iraq to hinder its ability to…