June 2003
Dutch Court Sentences Seven Members of a Chinese Criminal Gang
A Dutch court has sentenced seven members of a Chinese criminal gang for their role in the smuggling and subsequent deaths of 58 illegal immigrants.…
Interrogation of Thai Man for Possessing Radioactive Materials Usable by Terrorists - 2003-06-17
U.S. customs is interrogating a Thai man accused of possessing 30 kilograms of cesium-137, a radioactive material that could be used in a dirty bomb.…
Warning from the Tamil Tigers to the Sri Lankan Government - 2003-06-15
The Tamil Tigers have warned the Sri Lankan government of severe consequences if harm comes to their crew from a sunken ship, which sank after…
Iraqi Banknotes Featuring Saddam's Image Re-enter Circulation
American officials in Iraq are reintroducing banknotes featuring Saddam Hussein's image to alleviate a monetary shortage, despite existing bans. This decision highlights ongoing challenges in…
A North Korean Ship Believed to Be Carrying Smuggled Missile Parts Cancels Its Last Trip to Japan
A North Korean ship, suspected of carrying missile parts, has canceled its trip to Japan due to Japan's refusal to allow docking amid rising tensions…