February 2003
Pentagon Increases Estimated Costs of War with Iraq - 2003-02-27
The Pentagon has raised its estimated costs for the Iraq war to approximately $95 billion, with immediate military operations costing between $60 to $95 million.…
Preparations for Aid to One Million Potential War Victims in Iraq - 2003-02-26
The U.S. government is preparing to assist over one million Iraqis who may be affected by the impending war by stockpiling food, shelter, and medical…
Turkey Agrees to the Deployment of U.S. Forces - 2003-02-25
Turkey's cabinet has approved the deployment of U.S. forces, pending parliamentary approval, amid concerns about the implications of not participating in a potential war against…
The U.S. Claims It Has 200,000 Soldiers Ready for Possible Attack on Iraq - 2003-02-22
The U.S. has 200,000 soldiers prepared for a potential attack on Iraq, with 99,000 currently in Kuwait. This announcement follows the U.S. rejecting Iraq's offer…
The U.S. Sends Three Thousand Troops to the Philippines to Fight Abu Sayyaf Militants - 2003-02-21
The U.S. is deploying three thousand troops to the Philippines to assist in combating Abu Sayyaf militants, with a significant portion being special forces. The…
A Senior Hamas Member Killed by Israeli Security Forces - 2003-02-18
Israeli security forces killed a senior Hamas member during a raid in Gaza, following the destruction of another militant's home. This comes after an attack…
The Seven Samurai
The article discusses Akira Kurosawa's film 'The Seven Samurai,' highlighting its artistic creativity and innovative cinematic techniques. Despite similarities to John Ford's 'Stagecoach,' it was…
Four Palestinians Killed in Explosion in Southern Gaza City - 2003-02-16
An explosion in southern Gaza City has killed at least four Palestinians, destroying a house in a Hamas stronghold. This incident follows a recent attack…
France's Position on Iraq Remains Unchanged - 2003-02-07
French President Jacques Chirac reaffirmed France's unchanged position on Iraq following Colin Powell's report to the UN, emphasizing the need for continued inspections. Chirac's discussions…
Two Israeli Soldiers and Five Palestinians Killed in Nablus
In a recent escalation of violence, two Israeli soldiers and five Palestinians were killed in Nablus and Gaza. The incidents highlight ongoing tensions and conflict…
14 Al-Qaeda Prisoners Commit Suicide at U.S. Military Base in Cuba - 2003-02-05
Fourteen Al-Qaeda prisoners have committed suicide at the U.S. military base in Guantanamo, Cuba, with three recent incidents contributing to this total. Human rights organizations…
Kuwait's Defense Minister: Northern Border with Iraq to Become Restricted Area from February 15
Kuwait's Defense Minister has declared the northern border with Iraq a restricted area effective February 15, limiting access to those with special permits. This decision…
The Security Council Will Hold a Special Meeting Next Week on North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Program - 2003-02-04
The UN Security Council will convene next week to address the stalemate regarding North Korea's nuclear weapons program. Mohamed ElBaradei from the IAEA will report…
Publication of Persian Books in Electronic Format - 2003-02-04
The first international Persian e-books have been launched by RAHA, marking a significant step in the digital publishing of Persian literature. This initiative involves independent…
UN Indictment Against Thirty-Two Individuals Including Fifteen Indonesian Soldiers for War Crimes - 2003-02-04
The UN has indicted thirty-two individuals, including fifteen Indonesian soldiers, for war crimes committed during the East Timorese independence movement in 1999. All accused are…