September 2003
British Prime Minister Defends War in Iraq Again
British Prime Minister Tony Blair defended the Iraq war during a speech, claiming it has made the world safer. Despite his defense, new polls show…
Mr. Blair: There is No Need to Apologize for Military Actions in Iraq - 2003-09-28
Tony Blair defended the UK's military actions in Iraq, asserting no apology is necessary, while a poll revealed significant public discontent with his leadership, with…
Protests of Over 10,000 Anti-War Demonstrators in the Streets of London - 2003-09-27
On September 27, 2003, over 20,000 people protested in London against the Iraq war, demanding the withdrawal of coalition forces. The protests reflect a significant…
The Report on the Search for Iraq's Weapons of Mass Destruction Will Include No Definitive Conclusions
The CIA's upcoming report on the search for weapons of mass destruction in Iraq will not provide any definitive findings. Investigators from the U.S. and…
Calendar Day, September 22: Death Sentence of a Teacher for Espionage - 2003-09-23
On September 22, 2003, a teacher in Connecticut was executed by the British Empire's army for espionage during a conflict with Americans. This event highlights…
Vice President of Zimbabwe Passes Away
Simon Muzenda, the Vice President of Zimbabwe, has died at the age of eighty due to a long-term illness. His death was announced by President…
Meeting of the Prime Ministers of Spain and Britain - 2003-09-22
On September 22, 2003, British Prime Minister Tony Blair met with Spanish Prime Minister Jose Maria Aznar to discuss European plans for Iraq's reconstruction and…
Under the Microscope: Iran-Britain Relations to be Examined in the British Parliament - 2003-09-19
The British Parliament is set to examine the relations between Iran and Britain, with Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh providing insights. Additionally, Ayatollah Montazeri has expressed a…
Hans Blix: The US and UK Exaggerated Information Regarding Iraq's Weapons Program
Hans Blix criticized the US and UK for exaggerating Iraq's weapons capabilities to justify the invasion. He suggested that more time should have been given…
Royal Food Caviar May Soon Become a Thing of the Past
A report suggests that the beluga fish population in the Caspian Sea is much lower than previously reported, potentially leading to the extinction of the…
Colombia in Search of 8 Foreign Scouts - 2003-09-16
Colombian authorities are searching for 8 foreign scouts kidnapped by suspected leftist rebels. The group includes individuals from Israel, the UK, Germany, and Spain. This…
One-Day Meeting of Leaders from Britain, France, and Germany on Iraq - 2003-09-16
Leaders from Britain, France, and Germany are meeting to discuss a unified approach to Iraq amidst differing positions on the war. The U.S. is pushing…
Two Shots Fired at the Residential Area of the British Embassy in Tehran
Two shots were fired at the British Embassy in Tehran, the third such incident this month, following tensions between Iran and Britain due to the…
Leftist Rebels Kidnap 8 Foreign Tourists in Northern Colombia - 2003-09-15
Leftist rebels in Colombia have kidnapped 8 foreign tourists, including individuals from Israel, the UK, Germany, and Spain. The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)…
Hadi Soleimanpour Released on Bail in Britain
Hadi Soleimanpour, the former Iranian ambassador to Argentina, was released on bail in Britain after being arrested for his alleged involvement in a 1994 bombing…
Ceremonies Held Worldwide on the Second Anniversary of September 11
Global ceremonies commemorated the second anniversary of the September 11 attacks, highlighting international solidarity against terrorism. Key figures included EU ambassadors, Russian Foreign Minister Igor…
Under the Microscope: Tehran's Reaction to the IAEA Report - 2003-09-10
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses Tehran's response to an IAEA report, the shooting incident at the British embassy, and the actions of fundamentalists to restrict…
Under the Microscope: Bill to Prohibit Assistance to Terrorism - 2003-09-09
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the implications of a bill aimed at prohibiting assistance to terrorism, the recent shooting incident at the British Embassy, and…
France Threatens to Veto Resolution Lifting Economic Sanctions Against Libya - 2003-09-09
The UN Security Council has delayed a vote to lift sanctions against Libya due to France's threat to veto the resolution. The resolution follows Libya's…
Attack on a Military Column in Central Baghdad - 2003-09-08
An attack in Baghdad injured two American soldiers when an explosive device was thrown at their military convoy. This incident follows the arrest of four…
Two American Soldiers Wounded in Recent Baghdad Attack - 2003-09-08
Two American soldiers were injured in a Baghdad attack involving an explosive device. The U.S. military has also arrested four suspects linked to attacks on…
Britain Adds Two Additional Battalions to Its Forces in Iraq - 2003-09-08
Britain is increasing its military presence in Iraq by adding two battalions, as stated by Defense Secretary Geoff Hoon in Parliament. This decision comes in…
Tehran Warns London Regarding the Release of Hadi Soleimanpour - 2003-09-05
Tehran has issued a warning to London regarding the potential worsening of bilateral relations if Hadi Soleimanpour, a former diplomat wanted by Argentina, is not…
British Airways Resumes Flights to Saudi Arabia - 2003-09-05
British Airways is set to resume flights to Saudi Arabia after a suspension due to security threats. The decision follows the implementation of new security…
UK Prime Minister's Warning: Situation in the Middle East Will Worsen if Iraq Issues Are Not Resolved - 2003-09-04
UK Prime Minister Tony Blair warned that unresolved issues in Iraq could lead to a deteriorating situation in the Middle East. He attributed recent attacks…
Tony Blair Urges the Islamic Republic of Iran to Comply with International Demands
Tony Blair called on Iran to accept international nuclear inspections, warning that criticism from London would continue otherwise. Following a security threat, the UK allowed…
Under the Microscope: Shooting at the British Embassy in Tehran - Power Struggle between Yasser Arafat and Mahmoud Abbas - 2003-09-03
The article discusses a shooting incident at the British Embassy in Tehran and its implications, alongside an analysis of the political dynamics between Yasser Arafat…
Approval of New Contracts for the Modernization of India's Armed Forces - 2003-09-03
India's Security Council has approved new contracts to modernize its armed forces, including the purchase of 66 Hawk training jets from Britain and the establishment…
Return of Morteza Sarmadi from Britain - 2003-09-03
Morteza Sarmadi, the Iranian ambassador to Britain, returned to Tehran due to escalating political tensions linked to the arrest of Hadi Soleimanpour, Iran's former ambassador…
Burma Government Dismisses Hunger Strike of Democratic Movement Leader as Baseless - 2003-09-02
The Burmese government has dismissed claims that Aung San Suu Kyi is on a hunger strike in protest of her detention, labeling such assertions as…