United States Minor Outlying Islands
August 2003
The Ninth World Athletics Championships Concluded in Paris
The ninth World Athletics Championships ended in Paris, with the United States leading the medal tally. Russia and Ethiopia followed in second and third places,…
Nabil Omar: Israel's Attack Destroys Chances for Resuming Peace Talks - 2003-08-31
Nabil Omar criticized Israel's missile attack on Hamas as a setback for peace talks. The attack resulted in the deaths of two Hamas members and…
Agreement on WTO Proposal for Access to Affordable Medicines
The WTO has approved a proposal enabling poor countries to access affordable medicines for diseases like malaria and AIDS. Key nations involved in the negotiations…
The U.S. Has Allowed Indonesia to Interrogate Hambali, Suspected Terrorist - 2003-08-28
The U.S. has granted Indonesia permission to interrogate Hambali, a key figure in the Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist network, who was recently arrested in Thailand. The…
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…
Washington's Message to Ilham Aliyev, Prime Minister of Azerbaijan - 2003-08-26
The U.S. has urged Azerbaijan to conduct free and fair presidential elections. Richard Armitage delivered this message to Prime Minister Ilham Aliyev in Washington. This…
Training Thousands of Iraqi Police in Hungary - 2003-08-25
U.S. officials plan to send thousands of Iraqi police for training in Hungary, with nearly 28,000 expected to participate. Bernard Kerik, the New York City…
Diplomats from Five Countries Gradually Arrive in Beijing for Talks on North Korea's Nuclear Program - 2003-08-25
Diplomats from South Korea, Japan, Russia, and the U.S. have arrived in Beijing for talks on North Korea's nuclear ambitions. However, expectations for a successful…
On This Day, August 24: Washington Set Ablaze by the British Empire Fleet - 2003-08-24
On August 24, 1812, British forces attacked and burned Washington, D.C., including the President's residence. This event marked a significant moment in the War of…
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…
North Korea Says It Will Not Abandon Its Nuclear Program
North Korea has declared it will maintain its nuclear program until the U.S. alters its hostile stance. This statement comes ahead of six-party talks in…
Palestinian Authority Requests Help from the U.S.
The Palestinian Authority has asked the U.S. for help in mediating a new ceasefire with Israel following a recent escalation of violence, including a deadly…
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…
The U.S. Assists Islamabad in Establishing a Counter-Terrorism Force - 2003-08-20
The U.S. is aiding Pakistan in forming a counter-terrorism unit to track down militants. This initiative involves the deployment of a 40-member team to monitor…
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…
Mexico's Government Files Complaints with the World Trade Organization - 2003-08-19
The Mexican government has filed complaints against the United States at the World Trade Organization, alleging unfair taxes on its imported goods. They are seeking…
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…
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…
Saudi Crown Prince Says His Country is in the Midst of a Decisive Battle Against Terrorism
Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah declared that the country is engaged in a decisive battle against terrorism and warned of severe punishments for those involved. This…
Arrest Warrant Issued for Hadi Soleimanpour, Former Iranian Ambassador to Argentina
An Argentine judge has issued arrest warrants for eight Iranians, including former ambassador Hadi Soleimanpour, related to the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing that killed 85.…
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…
Calendar Day, August 13: The Launch of America's First Communications Satellite
On August 13, 1960, the United States launched its first commercial communications satellite into orbit. This event marked a significant milestone in space technology and…
North Korea Calls for Mutual Non-Aggression Treaty with the U.S.
North Korea is demanding a mutual non-aggression treaty with the U.S. to resolve its nuclear program crisis. This statement comes ahead of a scheduled meeting…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
President Bush: America Helps the People of Iraq Transform Their Country into a Model for the Region - 2003-08-09
President Bush emphasizes America's long-term commitment to peace and democracy in the Middle East, specifically aiding Iraq to become a regional model. He acknowledges progress…
US Warning to Syria and Lebanon - 2003-08-09
The US has warned Lebanon and Syria to stop Hezbollah's attacks on Israel, which it deems unacceptable. This warning follows a missile attack by Hezbollah,…
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…
President Bush Commends Germany for Assistance in Improving Conditions in Afghanistan - 2003-08-08
President Bush praised Germany for its role in stabilizing Afghanistan, particularly its leadership in the international forces there. Despite previous tensions over Iraq, both the…
Malaysian Prime Minister Calls on Asian Governments to Address the Causes and Motivations of Terrorism - 2003-08-07
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad emphasized the need for Asian governments to focus on the root causes of terrorism rather than just military responses, especially…
USA: Sri Lankan Rebels Should Respect Ceasefire Regulations - 2003-08-06
The U.S. has called on the Tamil Tigers in Sri Lanka to cease terrorist activities and adhere to a ceasefire, expressing concern over their actions…
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.…
Discussions Between Iranian Officials and IAEA Experts Continue
Iranian officials are in talks with IAEA experts about the Additional Protocol to the NPT, which would allow for increased inspections of Iran's nuclear facilities.…
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…
Islamic Republic: We Will Not Hand Over Any Al-Qaeda Members to the U.S.
Iran has announced that it will not extradite any Al-Qaeda suspects to the U.S. and has dismissed negotiations for a prisoner exchange. This comes amid…
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…
South Korean President: North Korea is exaggerating about its nuclear bomb
South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun expressed skepticism about North Korea's claims of nearing nuclear weapon development during a U.S. television interview. He highlighted the technological…
Al-Qaeda Threatens America - 2003-08-03
Al-Qaeda has issued a warning to the U.S. regarding the treatment of detainees from the Afghanistan war, stating that the real conflict has yet to…
About 20 Extremists Wanted by Israel Arrested in Ramallah
Approximately 20 extremists wanted by Israel were arrested in Ramallah, including members of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades. The arrests were conducted with the knowledge of…
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…
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani Accuses Washington of Attempting to Undermine Iran's Government by Creating Crisis - 2003-08-01
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, a prominent Iranian political figure, accused the U.S. of trying to destabilize Iran's government through crisis creation while rejecting claims that Iran…