February 2003
Fire at Fueling Facility on Staten Island in New York City - 2003-02-21
A significant fire erupted at an Exxon oil facility on Staten Island, possibly during the refueling of an oil tanker. Witnesses reported an explosion, and…
United States Says It May Publicize New UN Resolution on Use of Force Against Iraq This Week - 2003-02-19
The U.S. may announce a new UN resolution this week allowing military action against Iraq, justified by Saddam Hussein's non-compliance with disarmament. While the U.S.…
Severe Snow and Blizzard Cover Parts of the Midwest and Northeast United States - 2003-02-16
Severe snow and blizzard conditions have affected the Midwest and Northeast U.S., leading to significant disruptions in daily activities and travel. Meteorologists predict up to…
A Delegation of Human Rights Experts Has Arrived in Iran After Seven Years
A team of human rights experts has arrived in Iran for the first time in seven years to assess the situation in prisons known for…
First Human Rights Experts Mission in Iran in Seven Years Begins
A UN human rights expert delegation has begun its first mission in Iran in seven years, meeting with judiciary officials and planning visits to prisons,…
Increased Security Measures in New York and Washington - 2003-02-13
Following U.S. government warnings about a heightened risk of terrorist attacks, security measures have been intensified in New York and Washington. CIA Director George Tenet…
Pyongyang Can Attack American Targets Worldwide If Provoked - 2003-02-13
A senior North Korean diplomat claimed that the country could target American interests globally if provoked, highlighting its long-range missile capabilities. The CIA Director confirmed…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Rejects US Claim of Al-Qaeda Network Presence in the Country
Iran's Foreign Ministry has denied US allegations that Al-Qaeda has a presence in the country, calling the claims baseless. This statement follows CIA Director George…
The Presence of Osama bin Laden's Son in Iran - 2003-02-13
Ali Reza Nouri Zadeh discusses the implications of George Tenet's statements regarding Al-Qaeda's presence in Iran and the reports about Osama bin Laden's son being…
Director of U.S. Security: Terrorists May Attack Soon - 2003-02-12
George Tenet, the CIA Director, warned that Al-Qaeda may be planning imminent attacks in the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, potentially using radioactive and chemical weapons.…
Continued Search by UN Weapons Experts in Northern Iraq - 2003-02-12
UN weapons experts are in northern Iraq to destroy mustard gas-filled artillery shells that the Iraqi government has failed to eliminate. British Prime Minister Tony…
Rescuers Search for Small Plane Carrying Colombian Cabinet Minister - 2003-02-07
A small plane carrying a Colombian cabinet minister and four other passengers has gone missing in the Andes. Rescuers are actively searching for the aircraft…
Statement from Ten Central and Eastern European Countries in Support of U.S. Positions - 2003-02-06
Ten Central and Eastern European countries have expressed their support for U.S. efforts to disarm Iraq, citing convincing evidence presented by Secretary of State Colin…
Interview with Dr. Taghizadeh about Chris Patten's Visit to Tehran - 2003-02-06
Dr. Reza Taghizadeh discusses the significance of Chris Patten's visit to Tehran as the EU's Commissioner for External Relations. The conversation highlights the priorities and…
Colin Powell's Remarks at the Special United Nations Security Council Meeting - 2003-02-05
Colin Powell presented evidence at the UN Security Council claiming Iraq was not complying with disarmament requests and was deceiving inspectors. He warned of serious…
Report: Visit of the Head of the European Union's Foreign Relations Department to Iran - 2003-02-05
Mr. Chris Patten, the Head of the European Union's Foreign Relations Department, visited Iran, and a report on this visit has been prepared by a…
Chris Patten, European Union Foreign Affairs Commissioner, Visits Tehran - 2003-02-05
Chris Patten, the EU Foreign Affairs Commissioner, visited Tehran while Kamal Kharrazi traveled to London. The article also mentions the confirmation of prison sentences for…