United States Minor Outlying Islands
January 2003
Italian Police Detain 28 Pakistanis on Charges of Membership in a Terrorist Group - 2003-01-31
Italian police arrested 28 Pakistanis in Naples for allegedly being part of a group planning terrorist attacks. The operation uncovered explosives and detailed maps of…
Kuwaiti Forces to Be on Full Alert Starting Saturday - 2003-01-30
Kuwait is preparing for potential conflict with Iraq by placing its forces on full alert starting Saturday. This decision follows warnings from Iraq regarding possible…
NATO Again Rejects U.S. Proposal for Assistance in Military Operations Against Iraq - 2003-01-29
NATO member countries France, Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg have rejected U.S. calls for support in potential military operations against Iraq. This decision was reiterated during…
NATO Secretary General: NATO Prepares to Defend Turkey in Case of Potential Iraqi Attack - 2003-01-28
NATO Secretary General George Robertson announced that NATO is preparing defensive plans in response to a potential Iraqi attack on Turkey. This comes as the…
Moscow May Take a Tougher Stance on Iraq
Vladimir Putin warned that Russia might take a tougher stance on Iraq if the Baghdad government obstructs UN weapons inspectors. This statement comes amid international…
Indian Prime Minister: War in Iraq Will Disrupt Global Economy - 2003-01-28
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee criticized the potential war in Iraq, asserting it would harm the global economy and raise oil prices. He urged…
The United States and Turkey Reach Preliminary Agreement - 2003-01-28
The U.S. and Turkey have reached a preliminary agreement allowing 20,000 American troops to use Turkish bases for a potential attack on Iraq. Turkish officials,…
Meeting of the U.S. Commander in the Middle East with the President of Pakistan - 2003-01-27
General Tommy Franks met with President Pervez Musharraf in Islamabad to discuss U.S.-Pakistan cooperation in Afghanistan. While Pakistan remains a key ally in the war…
Switzerland Proposes to Facilitate Meeting Between American and Iraqi Officials - 2003-01-25
Switzerland has offered to host a meeting between U.S. and Iraqi officials to prevent war. This proposal was made during a meeting with U.S. Secretary…
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…
Pakistan Rejects US Claim of Being a Base for Terrorists - 2003-01-24
Pakistan has dismissed US allegations that it serves as a base for terrorists, with officials asserting their commitment to combating terrorism. This situation highlights ongoing…
The Threat of War Has Overshadowed All Issues of the World Economic Forum in Switzerland
The World Economic Forum in Switzerland is overshadowed by the threat of war, particularly regarding Iraq. Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad criticized the potential U.S.…
Iraqi Scientists Refuse to Interview with UN Inspectors - 2003-01-23
Iraqi scientists are refusing to interview with UN weapons inspectors, despite government encouragement. The U.S. has requested interviews with these scientists outside Iraq to gather…
NATO Secretary General George Robertson Downplays Disagreements Among Members Regarding Military Operations Against Iraq - 2003-01-23
NATO Secretary General George Robertson reassured that there are no significant disagreements among NATO members about supporting a potential U.S.-led military operation against Iraq, with…
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…
Two Permanent Members of the UN Security Council Again Oppose War - 2003-01-22
France and Germany have once again expressed their opposition to military action against Iraq, emphasizing the need to prevent war. This stance was reiterated by…
Referral of the North Korea Issue to the United Nations - 2003-01-22
John Bolton announced that the North Korean nuclear crisis will likely be discussed at the UN Security Council soon, with the support of South Korea.…
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…
Libya Elected Chair of the UN Human Rights Commission This Year - 2003-01-21
Libya has been elected as the chair of the UN Human Rights Commission despite U.S. opposition. The vote was closed, with 33 members supporting Libya's…
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…
Ariel Sharon: The Peace Plan Prepared by the Quartet Should Not Be Taken Seriously - 2003-01-19
Ariel Sharon dismissed the Quartet's Middle East peace plan as insignificant in an interview, stating it should not be taken seriously. The Quartet, comprising the…
Colin Powell: Iraq is not cooperating with UN weapons inspectors - 2003-01-18
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. has evidence of Iraq's non-cooperation with UN weapons inspectors, which is expected to be confirmed by the end of…
Russian Diplomat's Visit to North Korea - 2003-01-18
A Russian diplomat is in North Korea to discuss a plan to resolve the nuclear crisis and improve relations with the U.S. The plan includes…
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…
In the Event of War with Iraq, the U.S. Has Officially Requested Help from NATO - 2003-01-16
The U.S. has formally requested NATO assistance in the event of a war with Iraq, seeking support for Turkey and access to airspace from allied…
Jimmy Carter Offers to Help Resolve North Korean Crisis - 2003-01-16
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has offered to mediate in the ongoing crisis between the U.S. and North Korea, citing his previous experience in reducing…
Venezuelan President in New York for Talks with UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Current Crisis - 2003-01-16
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is meeting with UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan in New York to discuss the ongoing crisis in Venezuela. The talks aim to…
North Korea Rejects U.S. Proposal for Negotiations - 2003-01-15
North Korea has rejected a U.S. proposal for negotiations regarding its nuclear program, labeling it a misleading tactic. The U.S. has stated it will not…
USA: Energy Aid Will Resume If North Korea Halts Its Nuclear Program - 2003-01-14
The U.S. has stated that it will only resume energy aid to North Korea if the country takes significant steps to dismantle its nuclear weapons…
North Korea: If the U.S. Attacks, North Korea Will Respond Severely - 2003-01-13
North Korea has ramped up its rhetoric against the U.S., warning of severe retaliation if attacked. Meanwhile, a U.S. envoy has urged North Korea to…
James Kelly Meets with Roh Moo-hyun, President of South Korea
James Kelly, a senior U.S. diplomat, is scheduled to meet with South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun to discuss the North Korean nuclear crisis. Bill Richardson,…
James Kelly Travels to Seoul to Address North Korean Nuclear Program Crisis - 2003-01-12
James Kelly, a senior U.S. diplomat, visited Seoul to discuss the North Korean nuclear crisis with South Korean officials, including President Roh Moo-hyun. North Korea…
Saudi Oil Minister: OPEC Will Compensate for Any Disruption in Global Oil Production - 2003-01-12
The Saudi Oil Minister announced that OPEC will address potential disruptions in global oil production due to the impending Iraq war and ongoing strikes in…
North Korea Once Again Contradicts Itself Regarding Nuclear Intentions - 2003-01-12
North Korea has issued contradictory statements about its nuclear weapons program, claiming it does not intend to produce atomic bombs while also announcing plans to…
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…
The U.S. and Turkey Have Not Yet Reached an Agreement on the Use of Turkish Bases - 2003-01-10
The U.S. and Turkey are still negotiating the use of Turkish bases for potential military action against Iraq. While Turkey has allowed U.S. military assessments…
The U.S. Seeks a Diplomatic Solution to the Political Crisis in Venezuela - 2003-01-10
The U.S. is preparing a diplomatic initiative to resolve the ongoing political crisis in Venezuela, which includes forming a group of international representatives to negotiate…
North Korea Withdraws from International Treaty on Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons - 2003-01-10
North Korea has officially withdrawn from the international nuclear non-proliferation treaty, blaming the United States for its decision. This move escalates tensions in the Korean…
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…
First Negotiations Between the Two Koreas After North Korea Resumed Nuclear Activities - 2003-01-09
North Korea has agreed to high-level negotiations with South Korea for the first time since resuming nuclear activities. South Korea aims to persuade North Korea…
US-North Korea Relations Deteriorate
US-North Korea relations have worsened as both sides adopt harder stances instead of negotiating. The US demands North Korea outline its commitments, while North Korea…
Calendar Day, January 8: Announcement of Wilson's 14 Essential Principles - 2003-01-08
On January 8, 1918, President Woodrow Wilson announced 14 principles aimed at guiding international relations at the conclusion of World War I. This announcement was…
United States Sanctions on Zimbabwe to Increase - 2003-01-08
The U.S. is set to impose more economic sanctions on Zimbabwe due to human rights abuses and corruption. This follows previous travel restrictions on President…
North Korea Accuses the United States of Driving the Korean Peninsula Towards Nuclear War - 2003-01-08
North Korea has accused the U.S. of escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula towards nuclear conflict, following a U.S. proposal for dialogue about its nuclear…
North Korea Threatens War
North Korea has issued a warning of war if international sanctions are imposed due to its nuclear program. This threat follows a final warning from…
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.…
Today, oil prices suddenly dropped due to news that OPEC may increase its oil production - 2003-01-07
Oil prices fell sharply today after reports that OPEC might increase production. Saudi Arabia is advocating for this increase to prevent further price rises that…
Russia Calls on the United States Not to Undertake Military Action Against Iraq Without Prior UN Approval - 2003-01-06
Russia has urged the United States to refrain from military action against Iraq without UN approval, labeling such actions as unlawful. Russian Defense Minister Sergey…
IAEA Gives North Korea One Last Chance to Abandon Its Nuclear Activities - 2003-01-06
The IAEA has issued a final ultimatum to North Korea regarding its nuclear program, urging compliance with international agreements and warning of a referral to…
Saddam Hussein: UN Inspectors in Iraq are Merely Engaged in Intelligence Work - 2003-01-06
Saddam Hussein accused UN weapons inspectors of conducting intelligence work rather than disarmament in Iraq, coinciding with U.S. military considerations. The U.S. and UN dismissed…
Russia Warns the U.S. Against Military Action Against Iraq - 2003-01-05
Russia has issued a warning to the U.S. against launching military operations in Iraq without UN approval, emphasizing the importance of international consensus. This statement…
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…
Twenty Killed and Eighty Injured in Two Explosions in Tel Aviv - 2003-01-05
Two suicide bombers detonated explosives in a busy bus terminal in Tel Aviv, resulting in twenty deaths and eighty injuries. The Palestinian group Islamic Jihad…
IAEA Urges North Korea to Reconsider Recent Decision
The IAEA has urged North Korea to reconsider its decision to expel international observers and restart its nuclear program. The situation involves North Korea, the…
Turkish Foreign Minister: Exiling Saddam Hussein to End the Stalemate is the Right Move - 2003-01-04
Turkish Foreign Minister Yasar Yakis supports the idea of exiling Saddam Hussein to resolve the deadlock regarding Iraq's disarmament. He acknowledges the necessity of U.S.…
U.S. Military Forces May Enter Pakistani Territory in Pursuit of Afghan Fighters - 2003-01-04
The U.S. asserts its right to enter Pakistan in pursuit of Afghan fighters, a policy reportedly not accepted by Pakistan. This situation highlights the complex…
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…
North Korea Welcomes Any Mediation to Resume Talks with the United States
North Korea is open to foreign mediation to restart talks with the U.S. but refuses to accept any preconditions. The North Korean ambassador expressed skepticism…
Iran Denies Phone Conversation Between Kamal Kharrazi and Joschka Fischer Regarding a U.S. Coup Plan in Iraq - 2003-01-03
Iran has denied a report about a phone conversation between its foreign minister Kamal Kharrazi and German foreign minister Joschka Fischer regarding a U.S. coup…
The United States Donates Over Three Hundred Vehicles to the Government of Pakistan
The U.S. has donated over three hundred vehicles to Pakistan to enhance border security against Al-Qaeda and Taliban threats. This move comes amid rising tensions…
Turkish Prime Minister Abdullah Gul to Visit Three Arab Countries
Turkish Prime Minister Abdullah Gul is set to visit Syria, Egypt, and Oman to discuss the deadlock between Iraq and the U.S. amid concerns over…
The U.S. Continues Food Aid to North Korea - 2003-01-02
The U.S. is continuing its food aid to North Korea amid ongoing nuclear tensions, while South Korea has rejected North Korea's calls for joint opposition…
North and South Korea Emphasize Peace in 2003
In 2003, North and South Korea's leaders highlighted the need for peace, with South Korea's president advocating for negotiations to resolve North Korea's nuclear issues.…
Tariq Aziz: The U.S. Has an Imperialist Plan to Attack Iraq - 2003-01-02
Tariq Aziz accused the U.S. of having an imperialist agenda to invade Iraq, disregarding UN weapons inspectors' findings. Despite military buildup in the Gulf, President…
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…
Message from the Leader of the Catholic Church for the New Year - 2003-01-01
Pope John Paul delivered a New Year message urging an end to violence in the Middle East, emphasizing the possibility of peace. He addressed worshippers…
Palestinian Authority Announces First Official Budget
The Palestinian Authority has unveiled its first official budget, committing to combat corruption and enhance transparency. Finance Minister Salam Fayyad presented the budget to the…