February 2003
Hans Blix: Completion of Inspections Will Take Months
Hans Blix, the head of UN weapons inspectors, indicated that the inspection process in Iraq will take months to complete, even with full cooperation from…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: NATO's Efforts to Address New Threats of Today's World - 2003-02-23
NATO is enhancing its readiness to tackle new global threats and is set to take on a larger role in Afghanistan with international peacekeeping forces.…
The President of Azerbaijan Departed for a Formal Visit to the United States
Heydar Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan, is visiting the U.S. for meetings with top officials including President Bush. The discussions will focus on international issues…
What is the sound quality of Voice of America on medium wave 972 kHz between 9:30 PM and 10:30 PM Tehran time? We need your quick response.
Voice of America is conducting a test broadcast on medium wave 972 kHz and is seeking feedback from listeners in Iran regarding sound quality and…
The Story of Qiu Ju
The film 'The Story of Qiu Ju' follows a determined woman in northern China who seeks justice after her husband is injured by the village…
Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara Arrested by Plainclothes Agents - 2003-02-19
Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara, a reformist journalist critical of Iran's ruling clerics, was arrested by plainclothes agents in Tehran. His arrest coincides with a UN inspection…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: In What Direction is Afghanistan's Reconstruction Progressing - 2003-02-18
Ahmed Rashid analyzes the progress of Afghanistan's reconstruction in a Wall Street Journal article, highlighting key developments and addressing various questions. His insights are significant…
President Bush: I Will Not Allow Widespread International Protests to Hinder Iraq Disarmament - 2003-02-18
President Bush asserts that international protests will not prevent the U.S. from pursuing military action against Iraq to enforce disarmament. He emphasizes the need for…
Report: EU Foreign Ministers Meet Again to Address the Iraq Issue - 2003-02-17
The foreign ministers of the European Union are meeting in Brussels to discuss the ongoing situation in Iraq. This gathering highlights the EU's continued engagement…
Jose Maria Aznar Meets President Bush on Iraq Crisis at Bush's Ranch - 2003-02-16
Spanish Prime Minister Jose Maria Aznar is set to meet with President Bush to discuss the Iraq crisis. This meeting follows an upcoming EU leaders'…
An American Diplomat Thanks the President of Georgia for His Support of U.S. Positions on Iraq - 2003-02-11
An American diplomat expressed gratitude to Georgian President Eduard Shevardnadze for supporting U.S. positions on Iraq. Stephen Rademaker delivered a message from President Bush during…
Two Million Pilgrims Gather at Arafat for Hajj Rituals
Two million pilgrims gathered at Arafat for Hajj rituals, where Saudi Arabia's top cleric warned against attacks on Islam. This event is significant as it…
U.S. Secretary of State Rejects New Proposal from France and Germany Regarding Iraq - 2003-02-09
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell has dismissed a proposal from France and Germany to extend weapons inspections in Iraq, asserting that it does not…
Colin Powell: The Main Goal Has Not Been Addressed in the Proposal by France and Germany Regarding Iraq - 2003-02-09
Colin Powell criticized the proposal by France and Germany for extending weapons inspections in Iraq, stating it fails to address the primary goal of ensuring…
Kofi Annan Warns the U.S. to Avoid Military Action Against Iraq Without UN Approval - 2003-02-09
Kofi Annan cautioned the U.S. against conducting military operations in Iraq without UN approval, emphasizing that such actions should be a last resort. President Bush,…
Tomorrow, the issue of the civil war in Côte d'Ivoire will be addressed - 2003-02-09
A summit conference is scheduled for tomorrow to address the civil war in Côte d'Ivoire, involving West African leaders, the Ivorian government, and rebels. The…
Vladimir Putin and Gerhard Schröder Renew Call for Peaceful Solution to Iraq Crisis - 2003-02-09
Vladimir Putin and Gerhard Schröder have called for more time for UN weapons inspectors in Iraq during talks in Berlin. This comes after the U.S.…
President Bush Says All Options Are Open to Address North Korea's Nuclear Crisis - 2003-02-07
President Bush emphasizes that all options are available to address North Korea's nuclear crisis while advocating for a peaceful resolution through diplomacy. North Korea warns…
African Leaders Arrive in Addis Ababa Ahead of African Heads of State Conference
African leaders have gathered in Addis Ababa for a two-day summit to discuss regional conflicts, including the Ivory Coast situation, and the potential impact of…
Possible Issue with the Left Wing of Columbia - 2003-02-01
Investigators are examining the left wing of the Columbia spacecraft following a disaster. NASA officials have acknowledged a problem identified by ground control. The situation…
Hope for Democracy in Iran?
In a State of the Union address, President Bush praised Iranian reformers, yet the struggle for democracy in Iran faces significant challenges, including government crackdowns…
President Bush's Plan to Combat Famine and Hunger - 2003-02-01
President Bush has proposed a significant increase in funding to address global famine and hunger, requesting nearly one billion dollars for emergency aid and an…
NASA says all seven crew members of the American spacecraft Columbia have died after the spacecraft disintegrated over Texas
NASA confirmed that all seven crew members of the Columbia spacecraft died after it disintegrated over Texas shortly before landing in Florida. This tragic event…