January 2003
Support of Political Leaders from Eight European Countries for the U.S. Regarding Iraq - 2003-01-31
On January 30, 2003, leaders from eight European countries expressed their support for the U.S. military action in Iraq. The countries involved include the UK,…
Tony Blair: Iraq Must Cooperate with Weapons Inspectors or Face Force - 2003-01-31
Tony Blair emphasizes that Iraq must either cooperate with UN weapons inspectors or face military disarmament. This statement comes as he meets with President Bush,…
Meeting Between President Bush and Tony Blair in Washington - 2003-01-31
President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair met to discuss military action against Iraq to dismantle its weapons of mass destruction. Both leaders agreed to…
Reactions of the US and UK Ambassadors at the United Nations - January 30, 2003
The UN Security Council discussed the report from UN inspectors, prompting reactions from the US and UK ambassadors. This session is significant as it reflects…
Fatal Attraction
The article discusses the film 'Fatal Attraction', which revolves around a love triangle involving a powerful politician, his son, and a woman who becomes romantically…
Italian Prime Minister to Meet President Bush - 2003-01-29
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi is set to meet with President Bush to discuss Iraq. This meeting follows a recent discussion between Bush and Spanish…
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…
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister: Direct Negotiations Between the U.S. and North Korea Are the Only Possible Solution
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov emphasized that direct talks between the U.S. and North Korea are essential to prevent war over North Korea's nuclear…
The UK International Development Committee Calls for Increased Economic Aid to Afghanistan - 2003-01-24
The UK International Development Committee has issued a warning regarding the potential chaos in Afghanistan if further economic and security assistance is not provided. The…
Spanish Police Arrest Sixteen Suspects Linked to Al-Qaeda Terror Network - 2003-01-24
Spanish police arrested sixteen individuals suspected of ties to Al-Qaeda, primarily Algerian nationals. The arrests are part of a broader effort by the Spanish government…
This Week's Meeting of Russia's Special Envoy with Kim Jong Il Was Constructive - 2003-01-23
This week, Russia's special envoy had a constructive meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Il, as reported by the Kremlin. Vladimir Putin informed President…
In Britain, a group of anti-war protesters prepares to travel to Iraq - 2003-01-23
A group of 50 anti-war protesters in Britain is preparing to travel to Iraq to act as human shields against potential US and British attacks.…
Iran: Last month's crash of a Ukrainian plane was due to pilot error - 2003-01-22
Last month, a Ukrainian plane crashed in Iran, killing all 44 passengers, who were aviation experts. Iranian officials attribute the crash to pilot error based…
New Soldiers and Military Equipment Deployed by the U.S. to the Persian Gulf - 2003-01-22
The U.S. is ramping up its military presence in the Persian Gulf by sending additional troops and equipment in anticipation of a possible conflict with…
Preparation for Potential War with Iraq - 2003-01-21
The U.S. is ramping up military presence in the Persian Gulf with an additional 37,000 troops, totaling 100,000. Kuwait is currently hosting most of these…
Ministerial Talks to Resolve Korean Crisis - 2003-01-21
North and South Korean representatives are meeting in Seoul for ministerial talks to address the North Korean nuclear crisis. South Korean Prime Minister Kim Suk-soo…
Spiritual Leader of Terrorist Group Jamaah Islamiyah Responsible for Bombings - 2003-01-21
Indonesian police have recommended charging cleric Abu Bakar Bashir with treason related to deadly bombings in 2000 and a conspiracy to assassinate the president. Bashir…
Under the Microscope: Conference of Neighboring Countries of Iraq to Find Ways to Oust Saddam Hussein - 2003-01-20
A conference is set to take place in Ankara involving the leaders of Iraq's neighboring countries to discuss the peaceful removal of Saddam Hussein. The…
Protests Against Potential War with Iraq Continue for Second Consecutive Day - 2003-01-19
Protests against a potential war with Iraq continued for a second day, with demonstrations in Washington and other cities worldwide. The protests involved several hundred…
65% of Britons Believe War with Iraq is Inevitable - 2003-01-19
A recent survey reveals that 65% of Britons think war with Iraq is unavoidable, with 75% believing Saddam Hussein has developed weapons of mass destruction.…
Continued Presence of Al-Qaeda-Linked Terrorists in Britain - 2003-01-19
British police have reported the ongoing presence of Al-Qaeda-linked terrorists in the UK, with recent arrests of North African men suspected of terrorism. This highlights…
Discovery of Ricin Poison in the Apartment of Two Al-Qaeda Network Members in Manchester - 2003-01-17
Two men linked to an Al-Qaeda network were arrested in Manchester for possessing ricin, a deadly poison. This incident raises concerns about the presence of…
Under the Microscope: Positive Steps in the Judiciary and Ministry of Intelligence - 2003-01-17
The article discusses recent positive developments in Iran's Judiciary and Ministry of Intelligence, including the acquittal of notable lawyers and the release of detained journalists.…
Alexander Lous Yukov Expresses Optimism for Mediation Between North Korea and the U.S.
Alexander Lous Yukov, Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister, is cautiously optimistic about mediating between North Korea and the U.S. regarding nuclear weapons. The U.S. has assured…
The Wandering of Refugees in Paris - 2003-01-16
The closure of a refugee camp in northern Paris has led to an increase in the wandering of refugees in the city. The camp housed…
Under the Microscope: The Tehran City Council is Dissolved - 2003-01-16
The Tehran City Council is set to be dissolved, with officials expressing varied opinions on the matter. Additionally, Dr. Mohsen Rami and Ms. Nasrin Abadi…
Calendar Day, January 14: Ratification of the Paris Treaty - 2003-01-15
On January 14, 1784, the U.S. Congress ratified the Paris Treaty, concluding the American Revolutionary War against Britain. This event is significant as it marked…
British Police Officer Killed in Knife Attack During Anti-Terror Raid in Manchester
A British police officer was killed and another injured during an anti-terror raid in Manchester. The operation is connected to the discovery of ricin poison…
Inspection Process in Iraq Expands with Help from US and UK Intelligence Agencies - 2003-01-14
Hans Blix, head of the UN weapons inspection team, announced an expansion of inspections in Iraq with support from US and UK intelligence. The inspectors…
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…
Mirrors of Flattery - 2003-01-13
The article uses a metaphor of mirrors to describe a lonely, self-absorbed man who seeks validation. It touches on various political themes, including the roles…
Buckingham Palace to be Equipped with Advanced Anti-Terror Technologies - 2003-01-12
The Queen of Britain has ordered the construction of advanced anti-terror rooms in Buckingham Palace to protect the royal family from potential terrorist attacks. Each…
Continued Search by UN Inspectors in Iraq - 2003-01-11
UN inspectors are actively searching for weapons of mass destruction in Iraq amidst increasing military presence from the US and UK. This situation escalates as…
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…
Ukrainian Antonov 140 Aircraft Deviated from Its Course Before Crashing in Iran - 2003-01-10
A Ukrainian Antonov 140 aircraft crashed in Iran, killing all 44 passengers, who were aviation experts. The plane deviated from its course before colliding with…
Prison Sentences for Young Political Activists in the Democratic Front of Iran - 2003-01-10
Last week, Kianoush Mahdi Sanjari was sentenced to 5 years in prison, along with severe penalties for other young political activists in Iran, leading to…
Tony Blair: UN Weapons Inspectors in Iraq Must Be Given Enough Time and Space to Fulfill Their Duties
Tony Blair emphasizes the need for UN weapons inspectors to have sufficient time to report on Iraq's disarmament, stating that the January 27 deadline should…
Minister of Information: Documents Have Confidential Stamps but No Confidential Content
The Iranian Minister of Information claims that while certain documents are stamped as confidential, they lack any actual confidential content, amidst ongoing accusations regarding the…
Seventy-Five Dead and Five Injured in Turkish Plane Crash - 2003-01-09
A Turkish airline plane crashed in southeastern Turkey, resulting in seventy-five fatalities and five injuries. The RJ100 jet was flying from Istanbul to Diyarbakir when…
Rwandan Genocide Survivors Oppose Release of Prisoners - 2003-01-08
Survivors of the Rwandan genocide oppose the release of around 40,000 prisoners suspected of involvement in the atrocities. The Ibuka organization argues that this release…
Britain to Send 14 Fighter Jets to Jordan Later This Month
Britain is sending 14 fighter jets to Jordan as part of its preparations for the US-led war against Iraq. This announcement follows the deployment of…
Pentagon Deploys More War Planning Specialists to the Gulf - 2003-01-08
The Pentagon is sending additional war planning specialists to the Gulf amid preparations for a potential conflict with Iraq, while Britain and France also take…
British Police Searching for New Suspects Related to the Discovery of Ricin Poison - 2003-01-08
British police have arrested seven suspects in connection with the discovery of ricin poison in a London apartment. The arrests follow concerns that the apartment…
British Prime Minister Defends Support for US Policy on Iraq - 2003-01-07
British Prime Minister Tony Blair defended his support for US policy on Iraq during a meeting with ambassadors, emphasizing the importance of the US-UK alliance.…
Senior South Korean Officials Head to Washington for Talks on North Korean Nuclear Crisis - 2003-01-05
Senior officials from South Korea are in Washington to address the North Korean nuclear crisis, with Russia offering its assistance. This meeting highlights the collaborative…
South Korea Sends Representatives to Moscow and Washington
South Korea is actively seeking international support to resolve the North Korean nuclear crisis by sending representatives to Moscow and Washington. The plan, which suggests…
UN Weapons Inspectors Extend Inspections to Northern and Southern Regions of Iraq - 2003-01-04
UN weapons inspectors have expanded their operations in Iraq to include northern and southern regions, with teams deployed to Mosul and Basra. This development is…
British Prime Minister Meets with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak - 2003-01-02
British Prime Minister Tony Blair met with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the Iraq crisis. This meeting occurred during Blair's…
Security Measures During New Year's Celebration - January 1, 2003
On January 1, 2003, global celebrations for the New Year occurred without any terrorist attacks, allowing officials to feel relieved. Major cities like New York…
Restrictions on Iraqi Imports - 2003-01-01
The UN Security Council, at the behest of the US and UK, has voted to impose import restrictions on Iraq to hinder its ability to…
Dr. Qasem Shoaleh Saadi's Response to Kaveh Parsi - 2003-01-01
Dr. Qasem Shoaleh Saadi addresses Kaveh Parsi's criticisms of President Khatami's administration while also discussing Iran's stake in the Caspian Sea resources. This exchange highlights…
Characteristics of the Third Force in Iran - 2003-01-01
Ali Reza Nourizadeh discusses the characteristics of the Third Force in Iran and the role of Tehran's Chief Justice, Mr. Alizadeh. This conversation highlights the…