November 2003
USS Cole Sets Sail for the Mediterranean After Repairs
The USS Cole, which was severely damaged in a terrorist attack in Yemen three years ago, has completed repairs costing $250 million and is now…
A Greek Court Released Five Anti-Globalization Activists
A Greek court has released five anti-globalization activists on bail after they went on a hunger strike while detained. They were accused of causing disturbances…
Ali Daei Just One Goal Away from Achieving Ferenc Puskás Record
Ali Daei is just one goal away from matching Ferenc Puskás's record for international goals. However, a recent controversial match against North Korea has led…
Intensifying U.S. Airstrikes Against Iraqi Insurgents - 2003-11-19
U.S. airstrikes in Iraq have intensified against insurgents, marking a significant escalation since major combat operations were declared over. This military action coincides with U.S.…
U.S. Forces Crush Rebel Positions in Tikrit for the Third Consecutive Night - 2003-11-19
U.S. forces have conducted extensive military operations against rebel positions in Tikrit for three consecutive nights, including mortar attacks and airstrikes near Baqubah. This escalation…
U.S. Fighter Jets Bomb Several Locations in Northern Iraq - 2003-11-18
U.S. fighter jets conducted significant airstrikes in northern Iraq targeting locations used by guerrilla fighters. This comes amid ongoing military operations against insurgents, with two…
Six Afghan Citizens Killed in US Airstrike Near Pakistan Border
Six Afghan citizens were killed in a US airstrike in Paktia province near the Pakistan border. Afghan officials are uncertain about the circumstances of the…
American Forces Launch Satellite-Guided Missile in Kirkuk - 2003-11-16
American forces launched a satellite-guided missile at a paramilitary training site in Kirkuk, marking the first such strike since major combat operations were declared over.…
Hamas Leader Meets with Palestinian Prime Minister to Discuss Ceasefire
Ahmed Qurei, the Palestinian Prime Minister, is set to initiate ceasefire negotiations with Hamas following the arrival of an Egyptian mediator. The discussions come after…
Iranian Hunger Striker Sutures Lips in Belgium - 2003-11-13
An Iranian hunger striker in Belgium has sutured his lips after more than twenty-four days of fasting in protest against the Belgian government's inaction, particularly…
Georgian Police Prevents Opposition Hunger Strike in Front of Presidential Palace
Georgian police stopped an opposition hunger strike protesting alleged electoral fraud from the November 2 elections. The opposition leader is calling for a large rally…
Interview with Dr. Siamak Shojaei on the Role of Strikes and Sit-ins in the Economy of Society - 2003-11-05
Dr. Siamak Shojaei discusses the impact of strikes and sit-ins on wealth distribution and democratization in society. This conversation highlights the importance of these actions…
Mohammad ElBaradei Wants Inspectors to Return to Iraq - 2003-11-04
Mohammad ElBaradei, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, is advocating for the return of weapons inspectors to Iraq to finalize assessments of its suspected…
Presidential Institution: The Life of Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States - 2003-11-04
This article discusses the life and achievements of Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States, focusing on his response to the Boston Police…
Hunger Strike and Sit-in of Iranians in Belgium in Support of Refugees - 2003-11-02
Iranians in Belgium are staging a hunger strike and sit-in to protest human rights violations in Iran and the Belgian government's negotiations regarding the deportation…
Sudanese Liberation Movement Threatens to Withdraw from Negotiations with Government - 2003-11-01
The Sudanese Liberation Movement has threatened to exit peace negotiations with the government following airstrikes against them. The situation has escalated tensions in the Darfur…