News Links, September 2003, www.aljazeerah.info
Human Price of the Israeli Occupation of Palestine
Israeli daily aggression on the Palestinian people
Mission and meaning of Al-Jazeerah
Cities, localities, and tourist attractions
September 30, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Barghouthi: End of Occupation Key to Israel’s Peace
Israeli Wall Is Terrifying, Palestinian Adviser Tarazi Says
NATO neo-imperialism
Neo-imperialism institutionalized: NATO Eyes Middle East as its new center of gravity
US-UK and Iraq
Eight-Hour Gunbattle in Iraq, one US soldier killed, three injured, 92 Iraqis arrested
Iraq dogs Blair at hostile party conference
Assad: Syria prepared to send troops to Iraq, but only if US occupation ends
Ransom kidnappings rattle Iraqi capital already beset by violence, shortages
Arab homes on Kurdish lands fuel ethnic rivalries in northern Iraq
No Hope’ of Indian Troops for Iraq, says Colin Powell
US
Hillary Clinton Denies She’s Running for President, but Rumors Persist
White House Says Rove Did Not Leak Secret Information
Arab-Americans Move to Bridge Communal Divide
Arab League
UN appeals to donors to back peace in Sudan
Warning of attacks against foreign targets in Yemen
Zayed, Mubarak assess Arab world developments
Iran
Iran Rejects Curbs on N-Program
Al-Qaeda and Afghanistan
Pakistani Opposition Leaders Snub Zawahiri
Militants Torch Two Girls’ Schools in Afghanistan
World
Russia Undecided on Kyoto, Putin Tells Climate Meet
Turkish Court Confirms Electoral Fraud
September 29, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Three years under brutal Israeli war: Palestinian mounting fears and distant dreams
Al-Aqsa Intifada Enters 4th Year
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 29, 2003
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi official escapes assassination attempt
US lawmakers tour Baghdad hospital
US to send fresh troops to Iraq
US House Investigators Slam Bush’s Iraq War Data
Blair loyalists urge PM to distance himself from Bush and right wing
US Call to Drop Iraq Debt Angers Kuwait MPs
Kuwait MPs reject call to drop Iraq debt demands
Pakistan and India
Pakistani Lawyers Begin Goodwill Visit to India
Al-Qaeda and Afghanistan
Al Zawahiri tells Muslims to resist crusade
Taleban Gun Down Guards of Afghan Governor
Seven killed in new fighting in north Afghanistan
Iran
Iran Warns Israel Against Striking Nuclear Plants
September 28, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Al Aqsa vows to continue intifada, criticises new Palestinian government
Fatah Approves New Palestinian Cabinet
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi Resistance Strikes at Heart of Occupation, Four Iraqis killed, Dozens Injured
George and Vladimir overcome differences for 'quality time' summit
Human rights groups blast US inquiries into Iraqi deaths
Iraqi force takes control of some border posts
US forces should leave Iraq — Chalabi
'No deadline over Iraq constitution'
Pentagon Orders Fresh Troops for Iraq
'Ship of death not headed for Iraq'
UN staff continue to flee Baghdad violence
Pakistan and India
Joshi to Contest Babri Charges
US
Byline: My Way, or the Highway
US to Strike Sudan From Terrorism Blacklist: Report
US won't pay for Iraq's long-term reconstruction — Bremer
Iran and N. Korea
Putin, Bush Warn Iran, N. Korea
Iran under renewed pressure from UN nuke watchdog
Khomeini’s Grandson Wants US to Overthrow Iranian Regime
Al-Qaeda
Moroccan Courts Jail 18 for "Terrorism"
World
Italy's lights come back on gradually after an entire black out, France denies blame
Acting Chechen President Popov Poisoned, Seriously Ill
Mahathir renews calls for scrapping of UN Security Council veto
British cows, Italian feed seen as cause of mad cow disease in Japan
Peace Activists around the World
Thousands in Asia, Europe protest over Iraq war
Thousands of Europeans March Against Iraq War
Turks Rally to Protest US, Israeli Policies
September 27, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel kills 6 Palestinians, including toddler
Israeli Army Closes Palestinian Territories
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi Government in a Year, US soldier killed, two injured
Top official sees likely NATO engagement in Iraq
Reuters calls for report on cameraman's death
Black day in Iraq as US seeks world help
British opposition party leader condemns Iraq war
Hoon liar; gov't to blame over Kelly — inquiry
Putin implicitly criticises US on Iraq
Iraqi council has growing pains
US
Over 34 Million Americans Live in Poverty, Says Report
Schwarzenegger Gets More Republican Support After Debate
Pakistan and India
Indian forces kill five Kashmiri Mujahedin
Vajpayee Has Created Recipe for Tension
Mosque demolished in India causes panic
Afghanistan
NATO Studying All Afghan Options, Robertson Says
Iran
UN finds more weapons-grade uranium in Iran
Arab League
Aoun charged over his anti-Syrian testimony
Sudan gov't and rebels sign key security deal
Mubarak Urges Ruling Party to Modernize
Dubai Information Technology Fair on Oct. 19-23
Al-Qaeda
Pakistan Arrests Two Suspected Al-Qaeda Men
Two Moroccan Islamists Sentenced to Death
World
Turkey wants action against Kurd rebels
Hundreds Hurt as Quakes Rattle Japan
Kris Aquino Scandal Spurs ‘Report-a-Mistress’ Campaign in Manila
September 26, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Six Palestinians Killed in Israeli Raids
Israeli Pilots’ Refusal Revives Debate Over Targeted Killings
US-UK and Iraq
Powell suggests Iraqi constitution in six months, elections next year
Bush’s Appeal Fails to Soften Resistance to Plans for Iraq
Iraq -it was part of a big lie invented within hours of 911, reveals John Pilger
Syria Urges UN to Oversee Troops Sent to Iraq Agence France Presse
US
Palestinian Intellectual Edward Said Dead
Arab Americans Mourn Professor Edward Said
Arab League
Sudanese Government and Rebels Sign Deal on Security
Al-Qaeda
US Probing Syrian Link in Guantanamo Spying
World
Muslims Must Correct Wrong Interpretations of Islam: Mahathir
Australian sick sheep cargo may now be sold to Iraq
Washington Urges Somalis to Advance Peace Process
Iran Has More Bomb-Grade Uranium
September 25, 2003
Palestine and Israel
5 Palestinians killed by Israeli Occupation Forces, raising death toll to 11 in a week
Nihad Zaqout pleads to Nasrallah after Clinton to see her father a free man
Short-of-Cash UNRWA Forced to Slash Aid to Palestinian Refugees
27 Israeli Pilots Refuse to Carry Out Airstrikes
Hamas Rules Out Truce With Israel
Israel Admits to Being at Odds With Washington Over West Bank Barrier Issue
US-UK and Iraq
Al-Sahaf's Second Interview: The 48 Hours Before and Early Days After the War
Search for Iraqi resistance in Tikrit intensified
New media rules cast a pall over coverage of US-occupied Iraq
Bush and Schroeder put rift in past
Journo claims proof of WMD lies
War Opponents Vow Constructive Approach to Iraq
US and Afghanistan
Mulla Omar Vows to Carry Out Jihad
India and Pakistan
India Supports Arabs Despite Its Israel Ties, Says Vajpayee
Musharraf Says Pakistan ‘Prepared to Help’ in Iraq
US
Microsoft to Shut Down Chat Rooms in Fight Against Child Abuse
US Adds Six to Terror Cash List
Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda member killed in Saudi raid wanted by US
Two men may be linked to Al-Qaeda arrested in Yemen
Moroccan court seeks death penalty for three men suspected of links to Al-Qaeda
Syria says US spying charges baseless
Arab League
Third Arab media summit seeks to forge closer Arab-West ties
Khartoum, Rebels Agree on Key Issues
World
OPEC Aims to Cut Output by 3.5 Percent
Court Hands Teacher Partial Victory
Fire Hits Inaugural Flight; Narrow Escape for BJP Chief Syed
Lankan Muslims Arming Against Rebels: President
Senators, Separatists Say Manila's New Defense Chief a Good Choice
September 24, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Arafat Says US Encourages Israeli Crimes
Israel: US can’t stop barrier’s construction
US-UK and Iraq
One Iraqi killed, 23 injured in Baghdad bus explosion, police
US hands over Najaf to multinational force
Bush Under Fire at a Skeptical UN
Nearly Half of Iraqis Poor, Malnourished: UN
Iraq Ban for Al-Jazeera, Al-Arabiya TV Channels
US and Afghanistan
US military bases attacked by Taleban
Arab League
Algerian army kills 15 rebels, report
Saudi policeman, three militants dead in shoot-out
Lebanese Central Bank denies targeting Hamas
Probe into Hamas accounts sparks anger in Lebanon
Israel Set to Free 400 Prisoners in Hezbollah Deal
Iran
Iran embarks on uranium enrichment, set to reject IAEA deadline
IAEA Mission Heading to Iran on Friday
World
Turkish opposition slams US loan linked to Iraq
China develops its first solid-fuel satellite rocket
More Indonesians Held in Karachi
September 23, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel Rejects Arafat’s Cease-fire
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 23, 2003
Israel Rejects Arafat Truce Offer
Wall Puts Pressure on US-Israel Alliance
APTN cameraman Nazeh Darwazeh, killed in clash, was often on the front lines
US-UK and Iraq
Time is running out, cleric warns American forces
Under Fire at U.N., Bush Seeks Aid for Iraq
President Bush's Speech in the UN General Assembly
France's Chirac Says Iraq War Caused U.N. Crisis
Germany unlikely to vote against Iraq resolution: top advisor
South Korea seeks more details on Iraq troop request
Annan Challenges U.S. Doctrine of Preventive Action
Bush Offers UN Role in Iraq Constitution, Vote
US
Bush's Approval Rating Down, Clark Rises-Poll
Clark, Dean, Bush, and Syria: Arab American News Focus
U.S. Vetoes of UN Resolutions Critical of Israel
US to Sharply Cut Number of Job Visas
Arab League
Hamas condemns Lebanon central bank inquiry into its accounts
Sudan warring factions to extend truce by 2 months
Israel set to free 400 prisoners in Hezbollah exchange deal: reports
Participation of US in Arab Judicial Forum denounced
Kuwaiti Held at Southern Airport
Al-Qaeda
Hamburg trial: convicted 9/11 man insists Al Qaeda planned attacks
Hambali’s Brother Among the Arrested
Iran
Iran Displays Missile Might Amid N-Fears
Iran to limit cooperation with IAEA – diplomat
India and Pakistan
Pakistani Troops for Iraq Unlikely
‘UN Not Doing Enough Over Kashmir’
World
Dutch Minister Named New NATO Chief
Nuclear India Remains Afflicted by Poverty
September 22, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli Occupation Chronicle Events in Palestine, Sept 22, 2003
Qorei Tries to Rally Support for His Gov.
US-UK and Iraq
Clinton says US should not dominate Iraq
Car bomb explodes killing two near UN compound in Baghdad, Bush's interview with Fox
3 Soldiers Die in Iraq Attacks
Security Issue Dims Iraqi Oil Export
US and Afghanistan
Afghanistan Prepares to Disarm Militiamen
India and Pakistan
Iran
Iran shows off missile might amid nuclear concerns
Iran Response to IAEA Ultimatum ‘When Necessary’
US
Braun Kicks Off Formal Bid for White House in 2004
LaRouche responds to warning that Sharon is planning massive Gaza raid in early October
US Struggles to Recover From Storm
Arab League
Sudan Warring Factions Extend Cease-Fire
Somalis Rally for Peace in Mogadishu
Al-Qaeda
World Leaders Warn Abuses of the War on Terror War Fuel Militants
Sept. 11 Mastermind Says Plot Began in ’96
World
Relief in Dubai over Netanyahu's absence
Koizumi keeps reformers in cabinet shake-up
Survey Shows Canadians’ Knowledge of Islam Is Rudimentary
Troops on Alert as Arroyo Visits Kidnap Capital
September 21, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Qorei criticises Bush on Arafat Ramallah
Hamas, Islamic Jihad likely to join new cabinet says lawmaker
Israel Dismisses UN Resolution
Israel, Palestinians wage diplomatic tug-of-war
G7 Aid Pledge to Palestinians ‘Unconditional’ but ‘Insufficient’: Fayyadh
US-UK and Iraq
Three U.S. Soldiers Killed in Latest Iraq Attacks
Council Member Shot in Baghdad
EU Big Three Still Differ on Iraq
Russia does not rule out sending troops to Iraq
US soldier kills rare tiger at Baghdad zoo
World Bank, IMF gear up for assisting Iraq reconstruction
US
Iraq Invasion a Major Blunder, Says Ex-NATO Commander
US and Afghanistan
Eight Afghan Civilians Among 17 Killed in US Bombing: Official
Arab League
Syria Won’t Bow to US Pressure: Khaddam
'UAE rejects Australian ship of death'
Al-Qaeda
US Army Muslim Chaplain Accused of Spying
Alluni had Hamburg Al Qaeda links — report alleges
World
Four Greenpeace activists on trial in Gibraltar
G-7 grapples with formula for balanced global growth
Clinton Urges Ethnic Amity in Bosnia, Arrest of War Criminals
Koizumi Re-Elected LDP Chief by Landslide
Killers of Australian missionary in India enraged by beef eating
September 20, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Jenin under Curfew for 3rd Consecutive Day
UN Assembly Resolution Warns Israel Over Threat to Arafat
US-UK and Iraq
Gunmen wound member of US-backed Iraqi leadership
Saddam’s Former Defense Minister Surrenders
EU’s Big Three Face Splits on Key Issues
BBC Faces a Tough Review of Charter
US and Afghanistan
US helicopters kill 10 tribesmen and 2 Taleban in Afghanistan, deputy governor says
US
Gen. Clark Says He Would Have Voted No on Iraq War
Isabel Kills 17, Cuts Power to Millions
Arab League
Syrians tired of living in US crosshairs
Arab media should put Palestine first, unified terms wanted
Sudan Reports More Progress in Kenya Peace Talks
Morocco Jails Frenchman for Life in Terror Trial
UAE rejects Australian ship carrying tainted sheep
Iran
Iran cautious on EU carrot in nuclear dispute
Tehran Govt Should Consider Leaving NPT, Janati Says
India and Pakistan
American Bombs Land on Pakistani Territory
Court Clears Advani in Babri Case
Gujarat to Seek Fresh Trial of Riot Accused
Mayawati Says She Has Been Framed
World
Mideast countries told by IMF to liberalize economies
IAEA divided over Israeli weapons of mass dstruction
World Bids Emotional Farewell to Lindh
Next Steps in Lanka Peace Historic: Norway
September 19, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Arafat Scolds Israel on Death Wish UN Body Meets Today
US-UK and Iraq
Three U.S. Soldiers Killed in Tikrit as Bush Seeks UN Backing
Former Iraqi Defense Minister gives himself in to US forces in a day of many confrontations
Anti-US attacks follow new Saddam tape
Blix attacks US, British ‘spin and hype’
Car carrying Italian diplomat fired on in Iraq, interpreter killed
Germany, France Push for Iraqi Sovereignty
Blix Slams Hype Behind Arms Claims
US
Hurricane Isabel Savages US East Coast
Arab Americans Hit the Ground Early in IA and NH
Arab League
Hizbollah, Hamas discuss prisoner swap
Morocco’s local elections keep ‘emerging democracy’ on track
Israel Ready for Conditional Talks With Syria: Report
Somali Faction Leaders Discard Federal Charter
Al-Qaeda
US Raids Kill 11 Taleban in Afghanistan
Last week Bin Laden tape voice suggests he is ill or dead: US analysts
At least three killed in explosion near US base in Afghanistan
Spain arrests five Syrians for suspected Al Qaeda ties
Al-Qaeda Suspect, Indicted in Spain Is Innocent, Wife Says
Iran
Iran vows memorable ‘slap’ if Israel strikes nuclear facilities
Rafsanjani Warns Israel Against Attacking N-Sites
3,800 Iranian Mujahideen security detainees in Iraq
India and Pakistan
Kashmir Groups Vow to Intensify Struggle
World
Bomber Imron Spared the Firing Squad
Almost 500 Bodies Exhumed From Bosnia’s Largest Mass Grave
September 18, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Arafat: I’m Ready to Die a Martyr
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 18, 2003
Israel Brings ‘Catastrophe’ to Palestine: UN Expert
US-UK and Iraq
Al-Sahaf Talks about the US-UK War on Iraq
New Saddam Tape Tells US Forces to Go Home
We Never Said Saddam Was Behind 9-11: Condoleezza Rice
US faces 'ball of fire' in Fallujah, says an Iraqi cleric
New UN arms-probe boss echoes Blix Iraq had no WMD
Iraq’s Shrine Police Deploy in Najaf
Priceless ‘Mona Lisa of Mesopotamia’ Looted From Iraq Museum Recovered
US
US Bid to Boost Image With Muslims Faltering: GAC Report
Isabel Bears Down on US East Coast
Arab League
Palestinian prisoners could be swapped for Israeli captives in a deal with Hizbollah
Arab League nations attack Israel at nuclear watchdog
Al-Qaeda
Eleven Taleban killed in southern Afghanistan
Bin Laden, 34 Others Indicted in Spain for Terrorism
On the way to war on Iran
Don't Pressure Us Over Iran Links, Russia Tells US
Rafsanjani Seeks ‘Fatwa Council’ on Major Issues
India and Pakistan
India says foils big Kashmir incursions, kills 12
Musharraf given two more days to decide on LFO
Kasuri Cancels Planned India Trip
September 17, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel Rejects Cease-fire Proposal Extended by PNA
US 'May' Reduce Loan Guarantees to Israel for Expanding Settlements
Israeli Occupation Chronicle Events in Palestine, Sept 17, 2003
U.S. Vetoes U.N. Plea That Israel not harm or deport Arafat
US Acts on Israeli Settlements
US-UK and Iraq
Saddam New Tape Demands U.S. Leave Iraq Soon
Americans offering 'simple, honourable' way out for Iraqi defense minister
US Reveals 4,000 Extra Security Detainees in Iraq
US
Commemorating the Massacre of Sabra and Shatila
Dedication of the First Deir Yassin Memorial in the United States
Bush Should Fire Someone Over Iraq, Democrats Say
Democrats Question Cheney's Halliburton Payments
Bush Suffers Defeats in Republican-Led Congress
Ex-Gen. Clark Decides to Join White House Race
N.C. Democrat Edwards Launches Presidential Bid
Two Years After Murder of Waqar Hasan
Arab League
Syria says ready to cooperate with US
Somali Factions Agree to Transitional Statute
Al-Qaeda
Rising Attacks Threaten Afghan Aid
World
Rebel Commander, 9 Others Killed in Kashmir
Islamic Preacher, Student Killed in Southern Philippines
Post-Iraq War UN Session Most Important Says Vajpayee
September 16, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel rejects ceasefire, Arafat sceptical
US Threatens UN Consensus Condemning Israel's Assassination Decision
UN Council Eyes Plea to Shield Arafat, US Veto Looms to protect Israel
EU Committed Grave Mistake, says Hamas Leader Khaled Meshaal
Saudi Arabia Calls for World Action to Rein In Israel
September 16, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel rejects ceasefire, Arafat sceptical
US Threatens UN Consensus Condemning Israel's Assassination Decision
UN Council Eyes Plea to Shield Arafat, US Veto Looms to protect Israel
EU Committed Grave Mistake, says Hamas Leader Khaled Meshaal
Saudi Arabia Calls for World Action to Rein In Israel
US-UK and Iraq
Three US soldiers wounded in attacks in northern and central Iraq
US soldier, police chief of Khalidiya, and an Iraqi civilian killed
Schroeder, Chirac, Blair to seek to end Iraq splits
Blair on Iraq rack as inquiry resumes
US
Court Delays California Election
Arab League
Saud Warns of Gulf in Saudi-US Ties
Sudanese rebels propose new integrated force for transition
Al-Qaeda
Guantanamo Reward Plan Lets Prisoners Earn Perks
Way to war on Iran
Pressure on Iran over nuclear programme is anti-Islamic: Rafsanjani
Iran Wants Nuclear Energy, Not Bombs, Khatami Says
Iran committed to nuclear pact, open to snap checks
World
Muslims must arm themselves to “strike fear into enemies”: Mahathir
Three killed, 24 injured, in Russia Truck Bomb Attack
Collapse of WTO talks dims hopes for free trade accord
Muslims in Gujarat Wait in Vain for Police Protection
Swedish PM Facing Divided Country After Euro Rejection
September 15, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Assad Supports Arafat, Powell Rejects His Exile or ‘Elimination’
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 15, 2003
Killing Arafat an Option, Says Israel
US rejects Israeli threats against Arafat
US
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi police chief shot dead, three wounded, in Khalidya
Bush Officials Defend Rising Costs Of War Amid Disenchantment
Powell Silent on End of Iraq Occupation
Book Claims Straw Warned Blair Off War Mike Peacock
Minister said to have warned Blair of Iraq war
Al-Qaeda
Pakistan Rejects US Report on Backing Al-Qaeda
Arab League
67 inmates die in blaze at Riyadh prison
Islamists sidelined in Morocco local elections
Abdallah’s US Visit to Rally Support for Road Map
Yemeni Politician’s Killer to Die
Nationalists Win Polls; Islamists Sidelined
India and Pakistan
13 Killed, Six Hurt in Kashmir Violence
Be Bold and Become Our Ally in Anti-Terror Fight, Musharraf Told
Benazir, Nawaz must be allowed to return
Peace Process With Pakistan to Continue, Says Fernandes
Minister Calls for Promoting India-Pakistan Trade
The way to war on Iran
Tehran Says It Will Cooperate With IAEA
Iran remains fully committed to NPT: Iran VP
World
Bangladesh Court Nullifies Election of Islamist Deputy
Filipino Mayor Survives 3rd Attempt on His Life
Indonesians Stage Anti-Israel Rally
Kabul Approves Investment Projects Worth $4.5 Billion
September 14, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Arafat Renews Call to Peace, Despite Israeli Incitement to Kill Him
Saeb Erekat: Israeli decision to kill Arafat is a mafia, not a government, action
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 14, 2003
Rallying Around Arafat ‘to the Death’
US-UK and Iraq
One US soldier dead, three injured in Fallujah attack
Powell arrives in Baghdad on historic mission
Amicably divided, big powers to pursue Iraq accord
Iraqi Mourners Call for Revenge
Bush Insists US Has Clear Iraq Strategy
US, Shiites say arms crisis averted
Arab League
Lebanese forces put on high alert to prevent Arafat's expulsion
Libya, UTA families disagree over payout size
Pakistan and India
Musharraf Urges India to Hold Talks Without Any Delay
Pak Business Delegation Begins India Visit
Pakistan Calls for SAARC Peace Force
Pakistan Sets Up Rapid Reaction Force
India Will Remain Secular Despite Aberrations: PM
The way to war on Iran
Iran threatens to end ties with UN nuke watchdog
Russia Backs Tough IAEA Move on Iran
US
Pentagon targets Latinos and Mexicans to man the front lines in war on terror
Jailed for Flying at Wrong Time
Schwarzenegger Looks to Woo GOP Activists
World
23 Killed in Bloody Kashmir Fighting
45 Africans Drown Off Yemen Coast
By line: Two Sides of One Coin
Former Chechen Deputies ‘Sack’ Maskhadov
Gunmen Torch Houses in Southern Philippine Villages
Indonesia Wooing Investors to Its Small Islands
September 13, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinians Rally Around Arafat as Israeli Incitement to Kill Him Continues
Thousands Throng to Defend Arafat Against Exile
Global Outrage Over Israeli Decision
US-UK and Iraq
Iraq to buy part of its wheat needs from US
MPs criticise Blair's '45-minute' Iraq claim
US military denies allowing Iran rebels to continue operations from Iraq
India Rules Out Sending Troops to Iraq, UN Mandate or Not
US
AAI Releases 2004 Presidential Voter Guide
Gore in Statistical Dead Heat with Bush, Leads All Democrats in Zogby/Draft Gore Poll
Bush Visits 3rd Infantry Division Troops
Arab League
Political reform essential for Saudi Arabia, says Prince Talal
Libyans celebrates lifting of UN sanctions with dancing, singing
Sudan peace talks continue in Kenya; no concessions yet on key issues
Sudan Talks Stumble as Rivals Refuse to Budge on Demands
Moroccans vote in local elections
Al-Qaeda
Troops in Iraq commemorate terror attacks amid new Bin Laden threats
Al-Jazeera TV airs video ‘will’ of Al-Ghamdi, a Sept. 11 hijacker
Spain to try Al Jazeera TV newsman as Al Qaeda member
US Troops Call in Bombers to Foil Afghan Ambush
Philippine soldiers kill two members of Abu Sayyaf group
Way to war on Iran
Iran Given UN Deadline Over Nuke Program
Russia calls on Iran to abide by UN nuclear watchdog resolution
World
High-Profile Board of Directors Elected to Victims Trust Fund of the International Criminal Court
Europe remembers September 11 with sorrow, but criticises US policies
Swedish foreign minister, stabbed in attack, dies from injuries King, Queen condole Swedish monarch
Pakistan Condemns Israel’s Decision to Expel Yasser Arafat
Pakistan Tells US There Is No Terrorism From Its Soil
India Strongly Disapproves Israeli Move to Expel Arafat
Indian Muslim leaders oppose regulation of Haj subsidies
Calls Growing for Australian Sheep to Be Killed
September 12, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Bush Aides Try to Salvage Middle East 'Road Map'
Israel Decides to Exile President Arafat, Palestinians Surround his Office to Prevent it
In Submission to Israel, EU Agrees to Put Hamas on Terror List
US-UK and Iraq
French foreign minister insists only Iraqi self-rule can avert violent chaos
Masked Guerrillas Battle U.S. Soldiers in Iraq
Sanchez Tells US Troops to Gird Up for Long Haul
US
U.S. Appeals Court Rejects Cheney Energy Bid
Solemn Ceremonies Mark 9-11 Attacks
Alqaeda
Al-Qaeda Call on Islamists to Oust Musharraf
Bin Laden May Be Hiding in Tribal Region
Arab League
U.N. Security Council Lifts Sanctions on Libya
France Lifts Veto Threat After UTA Libya Deal
Somali TNG Chief, Salad, Faction Leaders Hold Talks
Way to war on Iran
Atomic agency meeting moves towards setting October deadline for Iran
Tehran Rejects UN Deadline on N-Program
World
Israel offers to develop state-of-the-art submarine for India
World Trade Talks Show Little Progress
Lindh's Death Plunges Sweden Into Gloom
Mussolini Never Killed Anyone, Berlusconi Says in New Controversy
Student Killed in Kashmir Grenade Attack
September 11, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinians to set up umbrella security council
Israel mulls fresh strikes and expulsion of Arafat
US-UK and Iraq
Bush calls on UN to avoid past bickering over Iraq
More troops will not boost security in Iraq, says Schroeder
Iraqi guerillas attack a US military convoy West of Fallouja
Ex-Iraqi information minister, Sahaf, agrees to take lid off war secrets
World
Swedes Weep, World Pays Tribute to Lindh
Islamabad slams strategic India-Israel nexus
US
Communities Across the US to Mark September 11
Kerry, Lieberman Caught Pandering on Mideast, Polling Indicates Americans Support Balance
Dedication of the First Deir Yassin Memorial in the United States
Arab League
Reformist Otari Named to Replace Syrian PM
Egyptian Imam Sues State for Interference in Sermons
The Way to War on Iran
IAEA Mulls Deadline for Tehran to Comply; Iran Issues Warning
Alqaeda
Saudi Arabia denies Israeli charge
No Trials for Guantanamo Prisoners, Says Rumsfeld
Bali Mastermind Sentenced to Death
September 10, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli Air Strike Kills 2, Top Hamas Man Al-Zahar Survives Assassination
Palestinian Revenge Attacks Target Israelis
Suicide bomber kills 8 near Tel Aviv
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi Suicide Bomber in Arbil Kills Child, Wounds Scores, including six US personnel
US troops shoot dead Iraqi policeman after taking four casualties in bombing
US Soldier Killed as Blast Hits Tanker Convoy
Iraqi guerillas take aim at pipelines near Kirkuk
Neighbors Accept Iraq's New Council
Najaf governor looks to avoid standoff between militia, US sadr's army rejects disarmament deadline
US
Pro-Israel Lieberman and Kerry Blast Dean Mideast Statement
Sen. Joseph Biden Calls for Enlightened US Foreign Policy
US Congress pushed for hefty boost in Iraq funds
Arab League
Morocco suspect claims he worked for French intelligence
Mubarak to seek more active EU role in Arab-Israeli conflict, Iraq
Suspect hunted by US also wanted by Saudis
French Pressure Holds Up Vote On Lockerbie Sanctions
Way to War on Iran
Iran in Breach of UN Nuclear Obligations: US
New Attack on UK Embassy in Tehran
World
Swedish Foreign Minister Stabbed, Undergoing Surgery
13 killed, Ex-Minister Attacked in Kashmir
Hindus, Muslims Clash in Gujarat; 38 Injured
India and Israel Pledge to Fight their Enemies Together
September 9, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinian Suicide Bomber Kills Six and injures 15 in Israel
Israeli occupation forces kill two Hamas members and a 12-year-old boy in Hebron
Quorei Calls on Israel to Change Reality on Ground, Deal with Arafat
Israel Shrugs Off Qorei Plea to End Assassinations
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Hold Massive Rally in Support of Arafat
US-UK and Iraq
Five US soldiers wounded in Iraq attacks
Assassination bid on top Shiite cleric confirmed
US
Conference Examines Areas of Crisis in US-Arab Relations
Big Brother takes grip on America
Greens Call for Return of U.S. Troops From Iraq
Arab League
Israel demands Saudis move warplanes from air base, citing fears of Al Qaeda attack
Zebari Claims Iraq's Seat in Arab League
Sudan VP, rebel head set to resume talks to end Africa's longest war
France asks for delay of UN vote on Libya sanctions
Assault bid on Saudi minister Cairo
The way to war on Iran
Ignoring Israeli nuclear arsenal, UN Pressure Mounts Over Iran's Nuclear Program
Iran Wants to See Iraqis Oust Occupation Forces
World
Five killed, former minister attacked in Kashmir
India-Israel axis worries Islamabad
Spanish Police Getting More Time to Bring Proof Against Al-Jazeera TV Reporter Tayseer Alouni
Pak, Indian Foreign Ministers to Meet
Rebel Killed in Clash Not Al-Ghozi, Says Philippine Military
Sharon Arrives in Delhi to Bolster Trade, Defense Ties
Bangladesh City Crippled by Protest After Blast
September 8, 2003
Palestine and Israel
New Israeli Extra-Judicial Assassination Bid Leaves 15 Wounded, Amnesty Statement
Palestinian PM-nominee Seeks US, EU Guarantees for Peacemaking
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 8, 2003
Escalating aggression, Israeli government declares Hamas Leaders as ‘Walking Dead’
Egypt Fears Israel Will Exploit EU Stand on Hamas
Palestinian refugees back Arafat, blast Israeli killing of the resistance leaders
US-UK and Iraq
White House Breakdown of $87 Billion for war in Iraq and Afghanistan
Missiles Miss US Planes in Baghdad
Bush Needs Iraq Success to Bolster Position at Home
More Britons Want Blair to Quit
Do You Want Our Troops? Turkey Asks US and Iraq
Al-Qaeda
Al Qaeda tape pledges fresh anti-US attacks and denies killing Al-Hakim
Five Afghan soldiers killed in Taleban ambush
US
The Palestinian American Congress condemns the assassination attempt on Shaikh Ahmed Yassin
World
UK pushes for Tuesday vote to lift Libya UN sanctions
Opposition Parties Call Strike in Bangladesh
Sharon Visit to Seal Growing Military, Commercial Ties
September 7, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Shaikh Ahmed Yassin, Hamas Founder, Survives an Israeli Missile assassination Strike
Palestinian Leadership Condemns Israeli Failed Assassination of Hamas Founder
Arafat Studies Palestinian PM Mahmud Abbas' Resignation
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 7, 2003
Abbas quits as Israel wounds Hamas founder
World says Palestinian PM's decision undermines peace
Road Map in Tatters After Abbas Quits
US-UK and Iraq
Cobbling together a coalition for Iraq fraught with headaches
No troops from Gulf states to patrol Iraq — GCC
Security up to Iraqis themselves — US
Turkey reports progress in talks on Iraq troops, but worried over Kurds
Arab League
Taha, Garang Continue Peace Talks
Al-Jazeera TV protests Spain's arrest of reporter, denies Islamist slant
US
Bush to Address Nation on Iraq
California Grants Drivers Licenses to Illegal Immigrants
Iran and the West
Iran may agree to tougher nuke inspections
'Iran offered to swap Al Qaeda prisoners'
World
Car Bomb Kills Seven in Kashmir
UK MP Sparks Fury Over Sept. 12 Claims
Germany Clears One 9/11 Suspect, Says Yemeni Chief
US Army Chief Visits Mindanao to Discuss Anti-Terror Plans
India and US Hold Joint Exercises
Armed Forces Fully Capable of Defending Pakistan: Musharraf
September 6, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Abbas submitted his resignation in a letter to Arafat
Peace process fears as Palestinian PM Abbas resigns
In Violation of Roadmap, Israel Expands Illegal West Bank Settlement of Efrat
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 6, 2003
Israel Assinates Hamas Activist
Abbas tells lawmakers to back him or sack him
Palestine Wants India to Take Up Its Cause With Israeli PM
US-UK and Iraq
Three Hurt in Baghdad Mosque Attack
Russian defence minister says Russia may send troops to Iraq — report
Nasrallah Accuses Israel As Part Of Najaf Bombing
Britain reviews Iraq force numbers
France, Germany cool on US draft, Rumsfeld in Baghdad
Iraq minister rejects possible Turk troop presence
Judge in Britain's Iraq probe warns no one safe
French Suppress Schadenfreude Over US Iraq Woes
Iran and the West
Iran Says Row With UK Has Destructive Effect
Pressing Iran on nuke checks may aid hardliners
Iran weighs options against Britain as tension between two mounts
Al-Qaeda
Al-Jazeera Reporter Held in Spain
Helicopters Used in Anti-Taleban Operation
US Troops Hunting Taleban in Mountains
US Freezes Assets of JI Terror Suspects
Arab League
Sudan rebel leader, VP to meet in Kenya for peace process talks
The Sadr dispute between Lebanon and Libya widens as Arab League joins fray
Libyan diplomats leaving Lebanon
'Moroccans arrested in bomb plot are minors'
Oman ready for record historic vote
US
Arab American News Focus: Robertson Threatens Bush
Davis and Schwarzenegger Campaign as Panel OKs Recall
World
Six Die as Kashmir Standoff Continues
Protesters, Police Scuffle Outside EU Meet
F-16s, Radar Sought as Balance to India
Arroyo May Shorten Trip Abroad Amid Coup Fears
Curfew Imposed in Godhara After Communal Clashes
Women Don’t Want Islamic Law to Be Repealed
September 5, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Sharon Visit to Focus on Defense Ties
US-UK and Iraq
US Resolution Falls Short: Chirac
Rumsfeld Says More Forces Needed, but Not Americans
US-Turkish Experts Eye Iraq Deployment
Former US Army Official Faults US Iraq Preparation
Arab League
Saudi Arabia, Russia Want Stronger UN Role in Iraq
League Mediates in Lebanon-Libya Row
Rabat Bomb Plot Twins Are 14-Year-Old Girls
Somali Coastline Is Much Abused: UN Expert
US
Arnold Sits Out California Recall Debate
First Energy Chief Says System Was Stable
Two-Month Ordeal of Al-Qudhaieen Ends
Arab Americans Launch National 2004 Effort Presidential Voter Guide
World
BBC Report on Missile Seizure False
Britain Tells Its Embassy Staff, Dependents to Leave Iran
September 4, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Abbas blames Israel for crisis in peace process, offers olive branch
Kaddoumi to lead Palestinians at Arab League meeting, reflecting continuous internal conflict
PNA, EU Reconfirm Commitment to ‘Roadmap’
PLC to Meet again Sept. 10 to Decide on PM Abbas’ Report
Back Me or Sack Me, Abbas to Tell Palestinian Parliament
Police Again Interrogate Sharon's Son in Corruption Scandal
US-UK and Iraq
France, Germany reject a U.S. Draft on Iraq as Falling Short
Rumsfeld in Gulf, US troops under fire, four Iraqis killed
Annual Iraq Occupation Cost May Hit $29 Billion
Poles take over chunk of Iraq as first post-Saddam cabinet sworn in
UK intelligence officers unhappy with Iraq dossier
British govt to announce overhaul of media machine to shed image of spin
Powell sounds out allies on UN role in Iraq
EU “ready to help Iraq reconstruction - if security allows”
Ankara May Join Hands With US in Iraq
Donors Open Talks on Iraq Rebuilding
Arab League
Iraqi envoy to Arab League barred from delegates’ meeting
Abdallah, Khatami Call for Independent Palestine
Rebels, Govt to Hold Talks to End Civil War in Sudan
Twin Sisters Held for Plotting Attack in Rabat
Lebanon says Libya severs diplomatic relations
Libya Closes Embassy in Beirut
US
1.4m More Americans in Poverty: Census
Israel urges US to press Saudis to withdraw F-16s
US House Panel Begins Blackout Hearings
World
China appears ready to ratify test ban treaty: CTBT official
Erdogan Dares EU to Drop ‘Christian Club’ Image
Musharraf Rules Out Freezing N-Program
Shots Fired at UK Mission in Tehran
September 3, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Arafat: Israeli Aggression Killed ‘Roadmap’ and US Let it Die
Arafat Faces Threat of Deportation
EU Voices ‘Deep Concern’ Over Arafat-Abbas Row
Israeli Occupation Chronicle, Events in Palestine, September 3, 2003
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi scientist's death due to public outing — expert
Iraqis in Brussels to help plan donors' conference
Iraqi Shiites Accused of ‘Ethnic Cleansing’
Quit Iraq: Hakim’s Brother to US
Arab League
Saudi Crown Prince visits Russia
Khatami Greets Jordan King on First Visit to Iran
Darfur Rebels Ready to Sign Cease-Fire With Sudan Govt
French negotiators urge patience as Libya talks drag on
Qatari emir names heir apparent as deputy army head
Tourist Link Between Red Sea Resorts to Open
US
Kerry Officially Launches Candidacy for White House
US to Add 5,000 Armed Air Marshals
World
UN Court Refuses to Free Milosevic
UN nuclear watchdog urges Iran to allow snap inspections
Bihar’s Heart Care Center Gasping for Breath
First Muslim School Opens in France
Hindu Leader Kicked Out of UP Town
Panel Wants Discriminatory Laws Scrapped
September 2, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Sequel to Israel's Assassinations Leaves Palestinian Dead, 25 Injured
Member of Islamic Jihad shot dead by Israeli troops at a West Bank checkpoint
Palestinian girl wounded in Gaza raid dies, Hamas fighter clinically dead
‘Orr Panel’ Finds Decades of Discrimination Against Palestinian Israelis
Police Under Fire in Report on Riot Deaths of Arab-Israelis
Road Map Only Way to Peace, Says Solana
US-UK and Iraq
I Had Nothing to Do With Bombing: Saddam
US soldier killed, another injured in helicopter accident south of Baghdad
Kelly ‘Felt Betrayed’ by Defense Ministry
Turkey urges US action against rebel Kurds ahead of troop deployment talks
Tareq Aziz's Wife Seeks Pope's Help
Al-Qaeda
Pakistan Concedes Bin Laden May Be Hiding in Tribal Region
Kabul Denies Any Talks With Taleban; US Forces Launch Fresh Offensive
US
Kerry: Bush's rush to war with Iraq had left the United States isolated and less safe
Muslim American Leaders Make Civil Rights Top Issue
9/11 Families Face Looming Deadline to File Claims
Arab League
Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah's Historic Visit to Russia Begins Today
Syria urges larger UN role to stabilise Iraq
Tripoli Agrees to Lockerbie-Style Deal for UTA Attack
World
Blast Leave 16 Dead in Kashmir
Indian Firing Kills Six in Azad Kashmir
Islamabad Seeks Unconditional Talks With Delhi
NPT Protocol: Iran Says Wait and See
Ba'ashir found guilty of treason, jailed for four years
Demonstrations against globalization planned at EU meeting in Italy
September 1, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinian Authority Rejects Israeli, US Meddling in Palestinian Affairs
EU Rejects Severing Contacts with Arafat, Solana Confirms
Israeli Defense Minister Threatens Gaza Invasion
Shaath Asks Delhi to Reason With Sharon
US-UK and Iraq
Tape from Saddam denies Najaf bomb link
U.S. forces in Mosul hunt for Saddam; six Iraqis dead in attack
Senators Ask Bush to Spell Out Iraq Costs
Opposition Presses for Blair’s Ouster
Slain Cleric ‘Blamed US for Lack of Security’
Bombings hit UN plans to return Iraqis from Iran
French vision of Iraq future goes beyond US view
Riyadh demands proof Saudis were involved in Najaf blast
US troops launch another raid in search of Iraqi fighters, but find none
Al-Qaeda
Iran denies recent extradition of Al Qaeda members
US Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan
Officers Probed for Militant Links
US
Papers Ignite Row About Boeing Deal
US Muslims Urged to Speak Up for Faith to Dispel Misconceptions
Arab League
Put Up or Shut Up: On alleged Saudi Link to Najaf Blasts
Saudi-EU Agreement Latest Hurdle Crossed in WTO Drive
Rebel Plane Downed by Sudan Came From Kenya, Says Report
France, Libya Reach Deal on Compensation
World
US Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan
Al-Fayed Wants ‘Truth’ Behind Diana, Dodi’s Death
Uncertain Future Awaits Bombay Blast Survivors
Will Tehran Sign the Nuke Protocol?
Peace Broker Proposed for Top Philippine Defense Post
Malaysians Mark Independence as Mahathir Prepares to Quit
Beijing, Manila Discuss Joint Use of Spratlys
Tamil Tigers Mull Own Plan to Revive Talks
Tripoli urged to reveal Sadr's fate
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| The Israeli apartheid (security) wall around Palestinian population centers (Ran Cohen, pmc, 5/24/03). |
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| The Israeli apartheid (security) wall around Palestinian population centers in the West Bank (Ran Cohen, pmc, 5/24/03). |
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