June 2003
Was the Goblin in the Harry Potter Film Based on the Face of the Russian President?
A Russian law firm claims that the character Dobby from the Harry Potter film was modeled after President Vladimir Putin and is preparing a lawsuit…
Tony Blair: Britain and Russia Have Put Their Differences Over Iraq Behind Them
Tony Blair announced that Britain and Russia have resolved their differences regarding Iraq and are now collaborating internationally. This statement came after talks with Russian…
Vladimir Putin: Russia and Europe Must Build a Common Economic Space
Vladimir Putin called on European nations to avoid new divisions and to create a common economic space with Russia during his visit to Scotland. He…
Russian President's Visit to London - 2003-06-24
Russian President Vladimir Putin has begun a historic four-day visit to London, marking the first visit by a Russian leader to the UK in 129…
Powell: The U.S. Has No Plans to Attack Iran - 2003-06-23
Colin Powell reassured that the U.S. does not plan to attack Iran while reiterating accusations against Iran regarding terrorism and nuclear weapons. He also expressed…
Vladimir Putin: We Will Not Allow International Concerns About Iran's Nuclear Programs to Harm Russia's Trade Interests - 2003-06-22
Vladimir Putin has stated that Russia will not let international concerns about Iran's nuclear program affect its trade interests, despite acknowledging serious questions about the…
Putin Denies That Misinformation Led to Opposition Against the Iraq War - 2003-06-21
Vladimir Putin refuted claims that he opposed the Iraq War due to misinformation about its duration. He asserted that his intelligence provided accurate forecasts of…
Iran's President Personally Promises Putin Regarding Iran's Nuclear Facilities - 2003-06-20
Iran's President Khatami assured Russian President Putin that Iran will not pursue nuclear weapons and is open to IAEA inspections. This commitment comes amid ongoing…
Moscow Will Not Send Nuclear Fuel to Iran Until Tehran Signs an Additional Protocol
Russia has stated it will not provide nuclear fuel to Iran until the country agrees to an additional protocol for stricter inspections of its nuclear…
World and Iran, June 5, 2003: Russia says it will supply Bushehr nuclear fuel even if Iran does not allow further inspections
On June 5, 2003, Russia affirmed its commitment to supply nuclear fuel to Iran's Bushehr facility despite Iran's refusal for further inspections. This contradicts statements…
Tehran Must Accept Unconditional UN Nuclear Inspections - 2003-06-04
The UK Prime Minister announced that Russia will stop nuclear fuel deliveries to Iran unless it complies with IAEA regulations. Putin emphasized the need for…
Vladimir Putin: Moscow Will Continue Cooperation with the Iranian Government
Vladimir Putin announced that Russia will maintain its nuclear cooperation with Iran while emphasizing the need for stricter international oversight of Iran's nuclear activities. The…
Bush: The U.S. and Russia are cooperating to prevent Iran from accessing nuclear weapons - 2003-06-01
President Bush announced U.S. and Russian cooperation to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, emphasizing the need for Iran to comply with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation…
Opening of the Annual Meeting of Leaders of the Eight Major Industrial Countries - 2003-06-01
The annual meeting of the leaders of the eight major industrial countries has begun, hosted by French President Jacques Chirac. Key discussions will focus on…
Leaders of the United States and Russia Urge North Korea to Abandon Its Nuclear Programs - 2003-06-01
U.S. President Bush and Russian President Putin have jointly called on North Korea to abandon its nuclear weapons program ahead of a major international summit.…
Today's Meeting Between President Bush and Vladimir Putin, President of Russia - 2003-06-01
President Bush and President Putin are meeting in St. Petersburg to address differences over Iraq and to strengthen bilateral relations. The meeting comes amid tensions…