August 2003
The Communist Party of China has demanded an immediate halt to any discussion of political changes in the country - 2003-08-27
The Communist Party of China has ordered an end to discussions on political reforms and the historical review of the 1989 pro-democracy movement. This comes…
Under the Microscope: Introduction of Officials Responsible for Zahra Kazemi's Death - Introduction of Dr. Moien's Successor - 2003-08-26
The article discusses the arrest order issued by Tehran prosecutor Saeed Mortazavi for two Ministry of Intelligence agents involved in the murder of journalist Zahra…
Investigation of Terrorist Financing in Saudi Arabia - 2003-08-26
U.S. Treasury officials are collaborating with Saudi Arabia to investigate terrorist financing in the country. This initiative is a response to a recent bombing in…
Saudi Royal Family Sends Condolences Telegrams to Idi Amin's Survivors
The Saudi royal family expressed condolences to the survivors of Idi Amin, the former Ugandan dictator who died in exile. Amin's rule was marked by…
First Court Session for Missile Traffickers Planning Attack on American Airplane - 2003-08-13
The first court session for missile traffickers involved in a plot to attack an American airplane took place in New Jersey. Key figures include Hemat…
A British Arms Dealer Arrested for Smuggling a Missile to the U.S.
A British arms dealer has been arrested for attempting to smuggle a missile into the U.S., allegedly intended to target a passenger plane. The case…
Arrest of a British National Suspected of Smuggling Russian Surface-to-Air Missiles to the U.S. - 2003-08-12
A British national was arrested in New Jersey for allegedly attempting to smuggle Russian surface-to-air missiles into the U.S. He was caught in an international…
Ansar al-Islam and Saddam Hussein Loyalists Suspected in Bombing Outside Jordanian Embassy in Baghdad
On August 9, 2003, a bombing outside the Jordanian embassy in Baghdad killed at least 17 and injured over 50. Paul Bremer identified Ansar al-Islam…
A Pakistani Suspect Charged with Conspiracy in the September 11 Terrorist Attacks Has Been in U.S. Custody Since March - 2003-08-05
Ozara Paracha, a Pakistani man suspected of al-Qaeda ties, has been in U.S. custody since March and may face conspiracy charges related to the September…
American Interrogators Interview Saudi Citizen Regarding September 11, 2001 Events - 2003-08-05
American investigators have interviewed Omar al-Bayoumi, a Saudi citizen linked to two September 11 hijackers, as part of an ongoing inquiry. Al-Bayoumi denies any involvement…
The U.S. Seeks to Interrogate Omar al-Bayoumi
The U.S. is seeking to interrogate Omar al-Bayoumi, a Saudi man linked to 9/11 hijackers, with cooperation from Saudi officials. Al-Bayoumi has expressed willingness to…
Connections Between Saudi Intelligence Officials and Some Hijackers in the September 11 Attacks
A U.S. congressional report reveals connections between suspected Saudi intelligence officials and some hijackers involved in the September 11 attacks. While two Saudi citizens received…