January 2003
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…
Nepalese Rebels Call for Ceasefire in Their Seven-Year War with the Kathmandu Government - 2003-01-29
Maoist rebels in Nepal have requested a ceasefire in their ongoing conflict with the government and expressed readiness for peace talks. This comes after a…
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…
Release of U.S. Intelligence Reports on the Existence of Weapons of Mass Destruction in Iraq - 2003-01-28
The U.S. government plans to release intelligence reports on Iraq's weapons of mass destruction to gain international support for a potential war. The reports are…
Iraq's Non-Compliance with UN Disarmament Resolutions - 2003-01-27
The UN weapons inspectors reported to the Security Council that Iraq has not complied with disarmament resolutions, with key issues unresolved. U.S. and British officials…
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…
USA: We will wait for inspectors to submit their report to the Security Council - 2003-01-26
The US government is waiting for UN inspectors to submit their report on Iraq before considering military action. Iraqi scientists are refusing private interviews with…
An American Spy Plane Crashed in South Korea - 2003-01-26
An American U-2 spy plane crashed in Hwaseong, South Korea, with the pilot safely parachuting to the ground and receiving medical treatment. Three local residents…
Giving More Time to Inspectors in Iraq - 2003-01-25
The Bush administration is considering giving more time to UN weapons inspectors in Iraq to find evidence of weapons of mass destruction. This decision is…
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.…
Colin Powell: No Need for Further Inspections in Iraq Before Disarmament Action - 2003-01-23
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. sees no need for additional inspections in Iraq before disarmament actions. He emphasized that ignoring the issue would be…
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…
Pioneer French Journalist Francoise Giroud Dies
Francoise Giroud, a significant figure in post-WWII French journalism, died at 86 due to a fall. She was a trailblazer for women in journalism and…
Israeli Forces and Hezbollah Fighters Clash
Israeli forces clashed with Palestinian demonstrators in the West Bank while destroying shops, claiming they were illegally built. Concurrently, for the first time in four…
High-ranking UN and Iraqi Officials Meet Today - 2003-01-20
High-ranking UN and Iraqi officials are meeting in Baghdad to discuss Iraq's cooperation with weapons inspections ahead of a crucial report due on January 27.…
Golden Globe Winners - January 20, 2003
The Golden Globe Awards held on January 20, 2003, recognized notable films and performances, with "The Hours" winning Best Drama and Nicole Kidman awarded Best…
Severe Winds in Australia May Again Cause Deadly Fires - 2003-01-20
Severe winds in Australia threaten to reignite deadly fires near Canberra, risking hundreds of homes and prompting evacuations. An investigation has been ordered into the…
Condoleezza Rice: North Korea's Nuclear Activities Are an International Threat
Condoleezza Rice emphasizes that North Korea's nuclear activities pose a global threat, not just to the U.S. The Bush administration is open to various solutions…
On Sunday, the People of Cuba Went to the Polls to Cast Their Votes in Elections
On Sunday, Cubans participated in one-party elections despite opposition calls for a boycott. Fidel Castro, the long-standing president, voted in Santiago as he seeks re-election.…
Washington Today, Sunday, was the Scene of a March by Youth Against the Possibility of War in Iraq - 2003-01-19
Youth and students in Washington marched against the potential war in Iraq, following global protests. The demonstrators called for peaceful solutions, reflecting a significant anti-war…
The Bush Administration Chooses a Diplomatic Solution to the North Korean Crisis - 2003-01-18
The Bush administration is opting for diplomacy to address the North Korean nuclear crisis, emphasizing the need for North Korea to comply with its commitments.…
Democratic Representatives in the U.S. Congress Call for Government Aid to African Famine Victims - 2003-01-17
Democratic representatives in the U.S. Congress are advocating for increased food aid for 30 million people facing famine in Southern Africa. They proposed a new…
Washington Continues Its Campaign to Win Muslim Minds - 2003-01-17
Washington is refuting claims that it has stopped its outreach to Muslims after Ramadan due to opposition from some Arab nations. The U.S. State Department…
North Korea Rejects U.S. Proposal for Negotiations - 2003-01-15
North Korea has rejected a U.S. proposal for negotiations regarding its nuclear program, labeling it a misleading tactic. The U.S. has stated it will not…
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.…
International Efforts to End the North Korean Crisis - 2003-01-14
International diplomatic efforts are intensifying to address the North Korean nuclear crisis, with Russia sending a special envoy and former U.S. President Jimmy Carter advocating…
Conference on Reforming Palestinian Self-Government in London - 2003-01-14
A conference in London aimed at promoting peace in the Middle East concluded with Palestinians committing to draft a democratic constitution and reject terrorism. Key…
An Inside Look: Interview with Hadi Kahalzadeh Regarding the Student Movement in Iran - 2003-01-13
The article features an interview with Hadi Kahalzadeh discussing the Iranian student movement and the outcomes of recent protests. Kahalzadeh, a prominent figure in the…
Report: French Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Provides Explanations on Iraq Issue - 2003-01-12
The deputy spokesperson of the French Foreign Ministry addressed questions about Iraq during a press conference. This report, sent by a special correspondent from Voice…
Production of a New Type of Agni Missile in India - 2003-01-11
India has announced the production of a new long-range Agni missile, Agni 3, which can carry a nuclear warhead and has a range of over…
The Iraq Issue from France's Perspective - January 11, 2003
The French deputy spokesperson addressed questions about Iraq during a press conference, highlighting France's perspective on the issue. This is significant as it reflects France's…
Substance in Vampire Bat Saliva May Be Effective in Stroke Treatment - 2003-01-10
An Australian scientist has discovered that a substance in vampire bat saliva may help treat strokes by dissolving blood clots. This finding, published in a…
British Foreign Secretary Urges Muslims Worldwide to Support Disarmament Efforts in Iraq - 2003-01-09
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw urged global Muslims to back disarmament efforts in Iraq, highlighting the perceived threat from the Baghdad government. His remarks were…
India Plans to Expel Millions of Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants
India plans to expel millions of illegal Bangladeshi migrants, prompting a denial from the Bangladeshi government regarding the residency of its citizens in India. This…
Turkey Adjusts Its Policy Regarding the Divided Island of Cyprus - 2003-01-08
Turkey is modifying its approach to the Cyprus issue to align with a UN proposal for power-sharing between Turkish and Greek Cypriots. This change is…
Interview with Mr. Abdollah Momeni: Iranian Students on Holding a Referendum - 2003-01-08
Mr. Abdollah Momeni discusses Iranian students' political demands for a referendum in universities. The conversation highlights the students' desire for political reform and engagement. This…
Bush Administration Says North Korea Must Take Next Step for Dialogue with U.S.
The Bush administration has indicated that North Korea must take the initiative for dialogue, emphasizing that the talks should lead to the cessation of its…
Expulsion of Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants from India - 2003-01-07
India plans to expel over twenty million illegal Bangladeshi immigrants due to security concerns. This decision follows a meeting of security officials and aims to…
IAEA Urges North Korea to Reconsider Recent Decision
The IAEA has urged North Korea to reconsider its decision to expel international observers and restart its nuclear program. The situation involves North Korea, the…
New Program to Boost the U.S. Economy - 2003-01-04
President Bush is set to unveil a $600 billion tax cut program aimed at reviving the U.S. economy and providing aid to recession-hit states. Democrats…
Turkish Foreign Minister: Exiling Saddam Hussein to End the Stalemate is the Right Move - 2003-01-04
Turkish Foreign Minister Yasar Yakis supports the idea of exiling Saddam Hussein to resolve the deadlock regarding Iraq's disarmament. He acknowledges the necessity of U.S.…
The U.S. Pressures Israel Regarding Sale of Advanced Technology to China - 2003-01-03
The U.S. government is exerting pressure on Israel to stop the sale of advanced technology to China due to concerns about the balance of power…
The U.S. Continues Food Aid to North Korea - 2003-01-02
The U.S. is continuing its food aid to North Korea amid ongoing nuclear tensions, while South Korea has rejected North Korea's calls for joint opposition…
New and Severe Security Measures in Immigration Detention Centers in Australia - 2003-01-02
The Australian government has enacted strict security measures in immigration detention centers following recent riots. Fifteen detainees near Sydney have been transferred to a high-security…
China to Send First Chinese Astronaut into Space Before the End of This Year - 2003-01-02
China plans to send its first astronaut into space with the "Shenzhou 5" mission before the end of the year, following the successful launch of…
Lula da Silva Sworn in as Brazil's First Elected Leftist President
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was inaugurated as Brazil's first elected leftist president, vowing to fight poverty and unite South America. He reflected on his…
Attacks in Australia's Immigration Camps - 2003-01-01
Detainees at the Villawood immigration detention center in Australia have set fire to the facilities amidst a series of recent attacks. The Australian Prime Minister…
Inauguration Ceremony of the President of Brazil - January 1, 2003
Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was inaugurated as the President of Brazil on January 1, 2003, after overcoming three previous electoral defeats. His election is…