August 2003
United Nations Forces Take Control of the Turbulent Ituri Province in Congo - 2003-08-31
The United Nations has assumed control of peacekeeping in Ituri province, Congo, amid renewed ethnic clashes. The transition of authority was led by a French…
Possibility of Failure in Drug Control Program in Afghanistan - 2003-08-31
Antonio Maria Costa, head of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, warned that without increased developmental aid, Afghanistan's fight against opium production may fail.…
Russia's Resolution to Increase UN Role in Iraq - 2003-08-30
Russia has finalized a draft resolution to enhance the UN's role in post-war Iraq, a move supported by President Putin following discussions with international leaders.…
France Will Support the Formation of an International Force in Iraq
France has expressed its support for the creation of a genuine international force in Iraq, but questions remain about the U.S. plan's ability to secure…
Kofi Annan Says United Nations Will Continue Its Work in Iraq - 2003-08-27
Kofi Annan announced that the UN will persist in its operations in Iraq following a bombing incident. Despite injuries to staff, only two expressed a…
Transfer of Funds from Libya to Swiss Bank for Compensation of Terrorism Victims - 2003-08-23
Libya has transferred $2.7 billion to a Swiss bank to compensate victims of the 1988 Pan Am bombing, fulfilling part of an agreement to lift…
Kofi Annan: The United Nations Will Continue to Build a Free and Self-Governing Iraq in Honor of Sergio Vieira de Mello - 2003-08-23
Kofi Annan announced the UN's commitment to building a free Iraq in memory of Sergio Vieira de Mello, who was killed in a suicide bombing…
Nazi Baghlari Report: UN Experts Relocate from Baghdad to Oman - 2003-08-23
United Nations experts are moving their operations from Baghdad to Oman, as reported by Nazi Baghlari. This relocation indicates a shift in the UN's presence…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: European Countries' Reaction to Colin Powell's Request to the Security Council - 2003-08-23
Colin Powell urged the UN Security Council to issue a new resolution supporting U.S. and British military efforts. This request prompted various reactions from European…
Under the Microscope: British Police Arrest Mr. Hadi Soleimanpour, Former Ambassador of the Islamic Republic in Argentina - Increasing Role of the United Nations in Security and Reconstruction in Iraq - 2003-08-22
British police arrested Hadi Soleimanpour, the former Iranian ambassador to Argentina, in connection with the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing. This incident follows the conviction of…
United Nations to Reduce Staff in Iraq
The United Nations is reducing its staff in Iraq following a deadly attack on its headquarters that killed its representative and 21 others. This decision…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Following the Deadly Explosion at the United Nations Office in Baghdad - 2003-08-22
A deadly explosion occurred at the United Nations office in Baghdad, raising concerns about security in the region. The report by Nazi Baghlari highlights the…
Calendar Day, August 21: Drafting a Charter for the Establishment of the United Nations by Four Military Powers - 2003-08-21
On August 21, 1944, the U.S., U.K., China, and the former Soviet Union convened to draft a charter for the United Nations. This meeting was…
Kofi Annan: The Roles of the U.S. and the United Nations in Iraq Should Not Be Confused - 2003-08-21
Kofi Annan emphasized that the roles of the U.S. and the UN in Iraq should remain distinct, stating he will not send peacekeepers. He advocates…
Under the Microscope: Negative Reactions and Discontent of the Iraqi People Regarding the Suicide Bombing - Nationalists Reject Iran's Accession to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women - 2003-08-21
The article discusses the negative reactions of the Iraqi people to a suicide bombing at the UN office in Baghdad, which resulted in the deaths…
Under the Microscope: Terrorist Attack in Iraq, Mr. Khamenei's Statements on Achieving Nuclear Energy - 2003-08-21
The article discusses a recent terrorist attack in Baghdad that resulted in significant casualties, including a UN representative. It also highlights Mr. Khamenei's unwavering commitment…
Washington is drafting a new resolution regarding assistance from UN member states in the reconstruction of Iraq - 2003-08-21
Washington is drafting a new resolution to encourage more UN member states to support the U.S.-led coalition in Iraq's reconstruction. Colin Powell emphasized the importance…
Mohammad Khatami, President of the Islamic Republic, Condemns Attack on UN Headquarters in Baghdad - 2003-08-20
Mohammad Khatami condemned the terrorist attack on the UN headquarters in Baghdad, emphasizing the UN's role in promoting peace in Iraq. He linked the military…
Libya Begins Transfer of $2.7 Billion to a Trust Account
Libya has initiated a $2.7 billion transfer for compensating families of victims from a 1988 plane explosion. In response to this, Britain and Bulgaria are…
The Interim Government of Liberia to Govern from October 2003 to January 2006
Warring factions in Liberia signed a peace agreement to end a 14-year civil war, establishing an interim government to rule until new elections in January…
The U.S. Government Says France Should Not Hinder Agreement Between Libya and Families of Pan Am Victims
The U.S. government is urging France not to obstruct a compensation agreement between Libya and the families of Pan Am Flight 103 victims. Libya has…
Nazi Baghlari Report: United Nations Response to the Explosion in Baghdad - 2003-08-19
The article discusses the United Nations' response to an attack on its headquarters in Baghdad. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Iraq post-invasion.…
Under the Microscope: Continued Terrorist Attacks in Iraq, Behzad Nabavi's Opinion on the Additional Protocol - 2003-08-19
The article discusses ongoing violent and terrorist attacks in Iraq, highlighted by a recent explosion at a UN office in Baghdad. Behzad Nabavi, a prominent…
Hostile Factions in Liberia Allow International Organizations Access to All Parts of the Country - 2003-08-19
Hostile factions in Liberia have permitted international aid organizations to access the entire country to facilitate food and medicine distribution. A UN representative brokered this…
End of 14 Years of Civil War in Liberia - 2003-08-19
A peace agreement has been signed in Liberia to end 14 years of civil war, involving rebel factions and the government. The transitional government will…
Taliban Attack on Police Base in Southeastern Afghanistan
Two hundred Taliban insurgents launched an attack on a police base in southeastern Afghanistan, resulting in multiple casualties among both Taliban fighters and Afghan security…
Libya Welcomes Closer Relations with the U.S.
Libya is seeking closer ties with the U.S. after accepting responsibility for the Lockerbie bombing. The Libyan Foreign Minister believes that issues between the two…
Libya Must Pay Over Two and a Half Billion Dollars in Damages - 2003-08-16
Libya has accepted responsibility for the Lockerbie bombing and agreed to pay over $2.5 billion in damages to the victims' families. The U.S. and UK…
Libya Hopes to Improve Relations with the U.S.
Libya is optimistic about improving its relations with the U.S. following its admission of responsibility for the 1988 Pan Am bombing. The country seeks to…
Rescue Workers in Liberia Face Severe Equipment Shortages for Food and Medicine Distribution
Rescue workers in Liberia are struggling with equipment shortages for food and medicine distribution in Monrovia. Two UN ships have arrived with supplies but cannot…
Ensuring Security in Afghanistan with NATO Assistance - 2003-08-16
The UN representative emphasizes the necessity of security for conducting free elections in Afghanistan, highlighting NATO's role in ensuring this security. This matter is crucial…
Proposal to Lift UN Sanctions Against Libya - 2003-08-16
Britain is set to propose lifting UN sanctions against Libya after it accepted responsibility for a 1988 bombing and agreed to compensate victims' families. The…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Expansion of Peace and Stability Forces in Afghanistan - 2003-08-15
Lakhdar Brahimi, the UN Special Representative in Afghanistan, is advocating for the UN Security Council to approve the expansion of peace and stability forces in…
Senior UN Official in Afghanistan Calls on Security Council to Expand Peacekeepers' Mandate Beyond Kabul
Lakhdar Brahimi, a senior UN official, has called for the expansion of peacekeepers' operations in Afghanistan beyond Kabul due to escalating violence, including recent attacks…
Iran Announces Start of Phase Two of Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant
Iran is starting the second phase of the Bushehr nuclear power plant despite international concerns about its potential military applications. The Iranian Atomic Energy Council…
Thousands of Hungry Liberians Storm the Port Area of Monrovia - 2003-08-13
Thousands of hungry Liberians raided the rebel-controlled port of Monrovia, looting essential supplies amid chaos. The rebels initially tried to control the situation but eventually…
Gholamreza Aghazadeh: Meeting Between Officials of the Organization and Experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency Went Well
Gholamreza Aghazadeh reported a successful meeting between Iranian officials and IAEA experts, which clarified many issues. He remains hopeful for ongoing negotiations but did not…
The Spanish Government Will Host a Conference to Discuss the Reconstruction of Iraq
The Spanish government is set to host an international donor conference on October 23 to address Iraq's reconstruction, responding to U.S. calls for financial support.…
Lebanon Complains to the United Nations About Israeli Violation of Its Sovereignty - 2003-08-11
Lebanon has lodged a complaint with the UN against Israel for violating its sovereignty. This follows an escalation of violence, including Israeli airstrikes in response…
Second Consecutive Day of Protests Against Fuel and Electricity Shortages in Basra - 2003-08-11
Protests against fuel and electricity shortages in Basra have turned violent for the second consecutive day, resulting in the deaths of a Nepali security guard…
Israeli Aircraft Bombard Hezbollah Positions in Southern Lebanon - 2003-08-11
Israeli fighter jets bombed Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon in retaliation for the death of an Israeli teenager caused by Hezbollah's artillery. This incident escalates…
Two Hundred and Fifty Iraqi Refugees Returned to Their Homeland
Around 250 Iraqi refugees have returned to Iraq after 13 years in a Saudi camp. They left Saudi Arabia for Basra via Kuwait, with plans…
Charles Taylor, President of Liberia, Resigns from Office
Charles Taylor, the President of Liberia, announced his resignation to end the civil war and accepted asylum in Nigeria. He accused the U.S. of supporting…
Taliban Fighters Responsible for Recent Attacks on Aid Forces in Afghanistan - 2003-08-11
NATO is taking over command of peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan amid rising violence. The UN has suspended operations in southern Afghanistan due to attacks on…
Taliban Guerrilla Attacks in Southern Afghanistan Have Intensified in Recent Months - 2003-08-10
Taliban attacks in southern Afghanistan have increased, prompting the UN to suspend its operations in certain provinces. A Taliban spokesperson has indicated plans to expand…
Leader of Pakistan's Religious Union: A Fatwa Against Sending Pakistani Soldiers to Iraq Will Be Issued Next Week
Fazlur Rehman, leader of Pakistan's main religious union, announced plans to issue a fatwa against the deployment of Pakistani soldiers to Iraq, deeming it un-Islamic.…
Calendar Day, August 8: The United States as the First Signatory of the United Nations Charter - 2003-08-08
On August 8, 1945, the United States signed the United Nations Charter, becoming the first signatory. This event marked a significant moment in international relations…
Half a Million Hungry People in the Democratic Republic of Congo - 2003-08-08
The World Food Program reports that nearly half a million people in the Democratic Republic of Congo are facing severe hunger due to ongoing conflict.…
Arrival of West African Soldiers in Liberia - 2003-08-07
West African soldiers, led by Nigerian General Festus Akon Kwo, are arriving in Liberia to help end a 14-year civil war. Their mission includes establishing…
Commander of Peacekeeping Forces in Liberia: We Will Deploy in Monrovia Starting Thursday - 2003-08-06
The commander of West African peacekeeping forces announced the deployment of 500 soldiers in Monrovia, Liberia, to assist in ending the civil war. The UN…
Thousands of People in Sudan Face Death from Hunger
Thousands of people in Sudan are at risk of starvation due to severe flooding and insufficient funding for aid. The World Food Programme has warned…
Libyan Government and Families of 270 Pan Am Victims Near Agreement
The Libyan government is close to finalizing a compensation agreement for the families of 270 victims of the 1988 Pan Am flight explosion. They plan…
Charles Taylor's Condition for Accepting Asylum
Charles Taylor, the President of Liberia, has refused asylum until an international court clears him of war crimes. The U.S. and the UN are urging…
Indonesian Court Sentences Senior Army General to Three Years in Prison
An Indonesian court has sentenced General Adam Damiri to three years in prison for human rights violations related to the violence during the 1999 East…
A United Nations Police Officer in Kosovo Killed by Unknown Shooter - 2003-08-04
A United Nations police officer was fatally shot in Kosovo, marking the first such attack in the region. The officer was Indian and was attacked…
UN Resolution Passed for Deployment of International Peacekeepers in Liberia - 2003-08-02
The UN Security Council has approved a resolution for a peacekeeping mission in Liberia, led by ECOWAS, amid ongoing civil conflict. The U.S. will support…
Nazi Baghlari Report: The United Nations Seeks Political Assistance for the Governing Council in Iraq - 2003-08-02
The United Nations is expanding its efforts to provide political support to the Governing Council in Iraq despite ongoing security concerns that affect humanitarian efforts.…