August 2003
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Seminar Honoring Children's Literature in Sweden - 2003-08-31
A three-day seminar honoring children's literature took place in Stockholm, Sweden, featuring an interview with Susan Bahar, editor of the Darouk quarterly. The publication, recognized…
Tony Blair to Answer Questions Regarding the Death of Weapons Expert Before Special Inquiry Committee - 2003-08-28
Tony Blair is appearing before a special inquiry committee to address questions about the death of weapons expert David Kelly, which followed a controversial report…
British Defense Minister Summoned to Inquiry Court - 2003-08-27
British Defense Minister Geoff Hoon is summoned to explain the circumstances surrounding the death of Dr. David Kelly, who alleged that the UK government distorted…
Islamic Republic Condemns Arrest of Former Ambassador in Argentina
The Islamic Republic condemned the arrest of former ambassador Hadi Soleimanpour in the UK, who is facing extradition to Argentina for his alleged involvement in…
UK Police Arrest Former Iranian Ambassador to Argentina Hadi Soleimanpour
Hadi Soleimanpour, former Iranian ambassador to Argentina, was arrested in the UK for his alleged role in the 1994 Buenos Aires Jewish community center bombing…
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…
Voting on Lifting Sanctions Against Libya Delayed - 2003-08-21
The vote on lifting sanctions against Libya has been postponed due to disagreements between France and Britain. Libya's agreement to compensate victims of a past…
Calendar Day, August 20: Transfer of Fifty Submarines to Britain - 2003-08-21
On August 20, 1941, the United States transferred fifty submarines to Britain under the Lend-Lease Act. This event highlights the military cooperation between the US…
New Record for the Longest Life in the British Royal Family
Princess Alice, the aunt of Queen Elizabeth, has set a new record for the longest life in the British royal family at 101 years. She…
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…
Hamid Karzai Calls for the Reconstruction of Afghanistan - 2003-08-20
Hamid Karzai called on Afghans to work towards rebuilding their country during a speech marking independence day. Concurrently, a violent raid in southern Kabul resulted…
Shahid Report: Possibility of France Vetoing Economic Sanctions Against Libya - 2003-08-19
France is considering vetoing economic sanctions against Libya that have been proposed by the UK. This situation involves international diplomatic relations and the balance of…
2.7 Billion Dollars Compensation to Survivors of French Passenger Plane Explosion - 2003-08-19
Britain is pushing to lift sanctions on Libya after it accepted responsibility for a 1988 plane explosion. France threatens to veto this resolution unless better…
Preliminary Report in Britain Did Not Prove That Saddam Was an Immediate Threat to the West - 2003-08-19
A preliminary report in Britain revealed that there was no evidence to support the claim that Saddam Hussein posed an immediate threat to the West.…
Families of Two Iranian Journalists Imprisoned in Iraq Meet with UK Charge d'Affaires in Tehran - 2003-08-18
The families of two Iranian journalists detained in Iraq have met with a British diplomat to seek their release. The journalists were arrested by U.S.…
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…
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…
British Airways Suspends All Flights to Saudi Arabia - 2003-08-13
British Airways has suspended all flights to Saudi Arabia due to increased security concerns following credible threats to UK aviation. This decision was made after…
Russia Proposes a Multilateral Security Agreement with Pyongyang
Russia has proposed a multilateral security agreement with North Korea to address the nuclear crisis. This was announced by Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov during…
Russian Official: Future Six-Party Talks on North Korea's Nuclear Program Will Be Difficult
A Russian official has indicated that the upcoming six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program will face challenges, despite some positive signs from Pyongyang. The…
The First Group of Ukrainian Soldiers Has Entered Iraq - 2003-08-11
The first group of Ukrainian peacekeeping soldiers has arrived in Iraq from Kuwait, accompanied by American and British forces. Additional Ukrainian convoys are expected soon,…
Preliminary Negotiations Between Russia, North Korea, and South Korea - 2003-08-11
Russia is set to hold preliminary negotiations with North and South Korea regarding North Korea's nuclear program. This is part of a broader effort to…
Summoning Mr. Tony Blair, Prime Minister of Britain, to the Inquiry Court - 2003-08-11
The British government is set to investigate the death of weapons expert David Kelly, who alleged he was pressured to exaggerate claims about Iraq's weapons.…
Severe and Unprecedented Heat in Europe Enters Its Second Week
Europe is experiencing severe and unprecedented heat, with temperatures reaching record highs. This extreme weather has led to fatalities and significant economic losses. The situation…
Six-Party Talks on North Korea's Nuclear Program to Begin Later This Month - 2003-08-10
Preparations for six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program are ramping up, with discussions set to begin later this month. Key participants include China, both…
Indonesian President Calls for an International Coalition to Fight Terrorism
Indonesian President Megawati Sukarnoputri has called for an international coalition against terrorism following a deadly hotel bombing in Jakarta that killed 10 and injured 150.…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Interview with Majid Roshan Zadeh - 2003-08-06
Majid Roshan Zadeh, an Iranian journalist and academic in Germany, attended a significant meeting in Berlin with political and economic advisors from major Western nations.…
Tony Blair's Spokesman Apologizes to David Kelly's Family - 2003-08-05
Tony Blair's spokesman apologized to the family of David Kelly, a scientist involved in the Iraq weapons controversy, after suggesting he viewed himself as overly…
13 Killed in Bomb Explosion in Indonesia's Capital
A bomb explosion in Jakarta, Indonesia, killed 13 people and injured 149, with a Dutch citizen among the victims. The attack may be linked to…
Niger President: Iraq Did Not Attempt to Purchase Uranium from Us - 2003-08-04
The President of Niger, Mamadou Tandja, has denied allegations that Iraq sought to buy uranium from Niger, claims made by the US and UK before…
Andre Agassi Reaches Semifinals of Legg Mason Tennis Classic
Andre Agassi has reached the semifinals of the Legg Mason Tennis Classic by defeating James Blake. He aims for his sixth title in this tournament…
Telephone Conversation Between Blair and Putin - 2003-08-01
Vladimir Putin and Tony Blair discussed energy, Iraq, and the Middle East peace process in a phone call. They praised the results of Putin's recent…