News Links, December 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
December 31, 2003
Palestine and Israel
11 Palestinians wounded in Israeli missile strike to assassinate Hamas military leader
Sharon Increases Illegal Jewish Settlers in Palestinian Territory by 16%
Israel Seals Off Nablus; Palestinian Killed in Gaza
US-UK and Iraq
US declines comment on dialogue with Red Cross over Saddam
Iraqis, US soldiers guarded about what's in store for 2004
UK Charity Seeks Compensation Over "Lost" Cancer Drugs For Iraqi Children
Over 100 Iraqi Suspects Held; Roadside Blast Kills Civilian
Iran
‘Aid Will Not Restore Iran-US Ties’
Arab League
Lawmaker from Sharon's party invited to Syria — report
Baradei meets Qadhafi, lauds Libyan cooperation
Lebanon opens official investigation into Benin air crash
Libyans torn between joy, scepticism
Bashir expects final Sudanese peace agreement next week
‘Darfur Conflict Unlikely to Affect Talks With SPLA’
Kuwaiti MPs Oppose ‘Americanizing Textbooks’
US
Dollar Plumbs New Lows Vs Euro
Pentagon Ending Halliburton Iraq Oil Deal
Pakistan and India
Pakistan airlines to start India flights on January 1
Musharraf Under No Pressure on Nuclear, Kashmir Issues
Senate Approves Bill Giving Vast Powers to President Musharraf
BJP in Favor of Early Elections, Says Advani
World
France Within Its Rights to Ban Scarf: Al-Azhar
December 30, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinians critical of Israeli order on outposts
US-UK and Iraq
Blast in Baghdad Kills One; Troops Arrest Over 100
Troops kill 3 in Iraq suspected of Al Qaeda links
British clergy slam Blair for war on Iraq
Saddam Talks About His Billions and Weapons
Bremer Retreats From Comprehensive Iraq Plans
Japan willing to forgive Iraqi debt; China to consider idea
New Iraq army officers head for training in Jordan
'The painter of Baghdad' works prolifically during invasion
US
Ashcroft Steps Aside from CIA Leak Probe
U.S. Beef Exports Grind to Halt on Mad Cow
Democrats Urge Ban on Sick Cattle for Human Food
Capitalist Corporate Corruption
Italian Magistrates See Web of Deceit at Parmalat
Iran
GCC countries donate 400 million dollars to rebuild Bam
Dead mother's embrace saves Iranian baby's life
Arab League
Syria asks UN to help rid Mideast of nuclear arms
Baradei says Libyans were only in initial stages of nuke technology
UAE Navy to Buy Missile Corvettes
World
Second Musharraf Suicide Bomber an Afghan Fighter
Pakistan Will Not Raise Kashmir at SAARC Summit
December 29, 2003
Palestine and Israel
The day after the shooting of peace activists
Sharon wants 'disengagement' into action
Talks With Syria Must Start From Scratch: Sharon
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi Official Says: Saddam Gives Info on Conventional Weapons, $40 Billion Funds
US forces Kill 3 of Ansar Al-Islam guerilla group in Mosul
Two US soldiers, two children killed in Baghdad as Karbala death toll climbs
Iraq haunts Blair again after US doubts 'massive evidence' claim
$40m of Iraq Contract Fund Stolen
'De-Baathification hampering US reconstruction'
Violence in Iraq Shows No Letup
UK warns of possible `terror' attack in S. Arabia
Afghanistan
Iran
Iran quake survivors endure cold, sleepless nights
Looters hamper Iran quake aid efforts as health fears rise
Arab League
UN Inspectors Visit Libyan Nuke Sites
Sudan’s Emergency Law to End After Peace Deal With Rebels
Former Mauritanian president warns of civil war in plea at coup trial
Saudis mount 2nd round of 'dialogue,' include 10 women
UAE to Clamp Down on Fake Degrees, Certificates
Pakistan and India
One of Musharraf’s Attackers a Kashmiri
Troops Positioned on Hills Ahead of SAARC Summit
Sonia Says She Could Opt Out of Prime Ministerial Race
World
2 Abu Sayyaf Leaders Captured in Zamboanga
OFW Organizations Slam Labor Official Over ‘Dole-Out’ Remark
PIA Upbeat on Its South Asian Flights
December 28, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli Army Operations in the Palestinian Territories Continue
Israeli army shooting of Israeli stirs hot debate
Turkish Bombers Originally Targeted Israeli Ship: Paper
Patten Sees Turkey in EU but Not Israel
US-UK and Iraq
Baghdad Bomb Blast Kills 2 Iraqi Children, US Soldier, injures 14, including 5 US soldiers
Bremer Contradicts Blair on WMD
US
U.S., Canada at Odds Over Mad Cow Origin
Iran
1,000 people rescued from ruins of Iran quake city in two days
150 Dug Out Alive From Rubble in Bam
Death Toll in Benin Tragedy Hits 138
Rescue Workers Swamped by Corpses
Afghanistan
US Troops Kill 3 Taleban After Deadly Ambush
Arab League
Sudan Rebels Claim to Kill 621 Troops in Darfur Area
Kuwait Rewrites Textbooks to Help Fight Terror
Libya to Allow Snap Nuke Checks
Al-Qaeda
Cuba Attacks Guantanamo Use for Prisoners
Pakistan and India
Kashmir and Afghan groups target Musharraf
Musharraf, Vajpayee May Shake Hands
India Rules Out Bilateral Talks With Pakistan at the SAARC Summit
‘Arrests Are Expected Soon in Suicide Attack on Musharraf’
World
Earthquake shakes Indonesia’s Sulawesi island
Vatican Was Targeted for Dec. 25 Attack: Berlusconi
Film on Ottoman Killings to Be Shown in Turkey
December 27, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli Occupation Forces Seal off Nablus, Balata Refugee Camp
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, December 25-26, 2003
Israel Mulls More Attacks Against Jihad Leaders
US-UK and Iraq
Saddam Threatens to Expose US P.K
US Medical evacuations from Iraq near 11,000
Arab League
133 confirmed dead in the Benin Lebanese plane crash
Saudi Arabia Arrests 4,000, Seizes Arms Near Yemen Border
Iran
Foreign Teams Aid Iran Quake Rescuers, 20,000 Dead
Iran Quake Survivors Dig for Others, 20,000 Dead
Turkey
Group Behind Istanbul Blasts Put Out of Action
Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda Hand Seen in Musharraf Attacks
Pakistan
Pakistani Suicide Bomber Identified
World
Some Canada Muslims to Use Sharia in Civil Disputes
Bomb Kills Soldier in Jolo Airport
December 26, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Assassinations, Bombings Resume
US-UK and Iraq
Five U.S. Soldiers Killed in Spate of Iraq Attacks
Rockets and Mortars Rain on Baghdad
US
Afghanistan
Blast Damages UN Compound in Kabul
Arab League
Egypt Court Delays Verdict in Trial of Banned Group
UN Feeds Thousands of Drought-Hit Somalis
World
5,000 Killed in a Major Iran Quake, 30,000 injured
Rebels Execute 3 Suspected Spies in Zamboanga
December 25, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel Gives Bethlehem a Gloomy Christmas, Patriarch Slams Apartheid Wall
Palestinians delay peace meeting over Israeli raid
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi Guerrillas Hammer Baghdad, Bomb Kills U.S. Soldier
Attacks kill 3 troops, 5 Iraqis
Baghdad Christians hold Christmas Eve mass early amid security concerns
Children cry during major Baghdad raid
Iraq Violence Continues Unabated
Iraqi Kurds seek more autonomy before constitution
US
France Finds No Terror Links on Canceled Flights
Iran
Tehran threatens to riposte with missiles in event of Tel Aviv strike
Iran steps up security at foreign missions over Al Qaeda threat
Arab League
Gulf women must brush up skills to land top jobs
Qadhafi son says US committed to protecting Libya
Syria, Egypt firm on Golan, WMD
Hollywood actor finds Mideast 'fascinating'
World
Pakistan Leader Survives New Assassination Attempt, 14 Dead
Musharraf to Give Up Uniform by End of 2004
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Palestine and Israel
8 Palestinians Killed, 40 Injured in an Israeli Raid on Rafah
Attack on Maher won't affect Egyptian efforts to end violence
US-UK and Iraq
US Invaded Iraq for Oil: Castro
Blast Kills 3 Americans Near Samarra
Dozen explosions rock southern Baghdad
Suicide car bomb kills four in north Iraq
US Troops Arrest Dozens of Iraqi Rebel Suspects
Iraq debt talks must await new government — Riyadh
Iraq's new army battles its own problems as troops deploy
Iran
Tehran Hopes to Resume Egypt Ties
Iran launches probe into jails
December 24, 2003
Palestine and Israel
8 Palestinians Killed, 40 Injured in an Israeli Raid on Rafah
Attack on Maher won't affect Egyptian efforts to end violence
US-UK and Iraq
US Invaded Iraq for Oil: Castro
Blast Kills 3 Americans Near Samarra
Dozen explosions rock southern Baghdad
Suicide car bomb kills four in north Iraq
US Troops Arrest Dozens of Iraqi Rebel Suspects
Iraq debt talks must await new government — Riyadh
Iraq's new army battles its own problems as troops deploy
Iran
Tehran Hopes to Resume Egypt Ties
Iran launches probe into jails
Turkey
Turkish Police Make Major Bomb-Equipment Haul
US
France Cancels Paris-LA Flights Over Qaeda Threat
U.S. Reports First Case of Mad Cow Disease
US Airports to Fingerprint Foreign Visitors, Except for Europeans
Democrats Court Vote of Disgruntled U.S. Muslim Americans
Billionaire Soros, Independent Groups Target Bush
Arab League
Libya Confirms Baradei’s Visit ‘in Coming Days’
Sudan, Rebels Agree on Wealth-Share at Talks
Pakistan and India
Vajpayee’s Terms for Dialogue With Pakistan
AMU Raises Storm in Parliament
World
Police thwart Basque plot for Christmas Eve train bombing
Court to Hear Frenchmen’s Bail Plea Today
French Headscarf Ban Stirs Arab, Muslim Uproar
December 23, 2003
Palestine and Israel
7 Palestinians Killed, 30 Injured in an Israeli Raid on Rafah Refugee Camp
Arafat, Qurei, Palestinian Factions Condemn Attack on Egypt's FM Maher
Egypt’s Maher Attacked in Jerusalem
Israeli commandos put Sharon under fire
Patriarch urges Palestinian, Israelis to make peace
Wall May Spark Migration Back to Jerusalem
US-UK and Iraq
Iraqi ex-general nabbed; US, Polish soldiers killed
Ex-Baathists pay ultimate price
US Iraq debt envoy to hold new talks in Asia
US seeks tribal elders' help in Saddam's hometown
Iran
Israel Will Dig Own Grave If It Attacks N-Sites: Iran
Father of Pak N-Bomb Quizzed Over Iran Link
US
Bush Ratings Show Little Gain From Saddam Capture
Arab League
Libya could provide intelligence bonanza
Gulf Arabs agree joint anti-terror measures
Key North Africa summit postponed over W. Sahara
India and Pakistan
Three Kashmiris killed, activist jailed, in Kashmir
World
Italy probes possible plot against Berlusconi - paper
Khatami asks France to “cancel wrong decision” banning headscarves
Muslim Students Flock to Austria Where Headscarves Are No Problem
Eritrea Dismisses US Rap on Religious Freedom
December 22, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Egypt's Maher Assaulted at Al-Aqsa Mosque, in Occupied Jerusalem
In violation of UN resolutions, Bush Declares: ‘We Must Get Rid of Arafat’
Jewish Settlers Plan Siege to Fight Eviction
Tel Aviv Is Considering Operation Against Iran’s N-Capabilities
US-UK and Iraq
2 US soldiers and Iraqi interpreter killed, 14 US soldiers injured, more arrests among Iraqi Sunnis
Bush Meets Iraq Administrator Bremer
‘Saddam Survived on Chocolate While in Hiding’ Report
Iraqi Council Wants Anti-Terror Pact With Syria
US Arrests More Iraqis; Saboteurs Target Oil
US
U.S. Boosts Patrols to Address Terror Threat
Bush Declares: ‘We Must Get Rid of Arafat’: Report
Arab League
Gaddafi Worked for Years for Breakthrough with West
Libya Set to Allow Snap UN Nuclear Arms Inspections: Diplomat
World
Anglican Church May Slam Terror Detentions
Malaysia Blasts US Report on Religious Rights
Schroeder Opposes Public Servants Wearing Headscarves
December 21, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel considering operation to destroy Iran nuclear capabilities, Israeli war chief Mofaz
US and Iraq
US Soldiers Kill Four Iraqi Demonstrators and Three Policemen During a Pro-Saddam Protest
Myers Says Hundreds of Iraqis Detained After Saddam Capture
Cousin of Saddam seeks fair trial for ex-leader
Saddam was held by Kurds, drugged and left for US troops
US
U.S. to Raise Terror Alert to 'High', Officials Say
Clark Says Dean 'Dangled' VP Slot, Dean Camp Disputes
Democrats Press Rumsfeld for Halliburton Records
Arab League
Libya to Allow Snap UN Arms Inspections -Diplomat
Libya Dismays Arabs, Puts Syria on Spot
Bush to Reward Libya for Giving Up WMD
Arab Gulf leaders' summit in Kuwait focuses on fighting terrorism, Iraq ties
Sudan Government, SPLA Strike Deal on Wealth-Sharing
Bin Laden slams American 'crusade' against Muslims
We’re Still Chasing Americans: Zawahri
U.S. to Raise Terror Alert to 'High', Officials Say
Libya hands over intelligence on Al Qaeda militants
World
Thousands Protest in Paris Against Muslim Veil Ban
December 20, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Sharon Draws Fire for Separation Plan
US and Iraq
Operation ‘Hero Miles’ Helps US Soldiers
US
9/11 ‘Could Have Been Prevented’: Kean
Arab League
India and Pakistan
Kashmir Offer Angers Pakistanis
Musharraf to Offer Alternatives to Kashmir Plebiscite: Rashid
Iran
Nuclear Deal With IAEA Foils US Plot, Rafsanjani Says
Tapes Show Abuse of 9/11 Detainees
We’re Still Chasing Americans: Zawahri
December 19, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Sharon issues separation ultimatum to Palestinians
Sharon's Speech: Tissue of Lies and Half-Truths His "Plan" - Recipe for War and Annexation
Poll: 43 Percent of Americans Feel Israel Threatens World Peace
US and Iraq
US troops face gunfire, taunts in Saddam's town
Veteran French lawyer prepares for defence of former Iraqi deputy premier
US
US Court Orders Padilla Released
LaRouche: 50% collapse of the dollar signals bankruptcy of the nation
Iran
Iran signs protocol on snap UN nuclear inspections
World
Pakistan Ready to Drop Kashmir Plebiscite Demand
Annan wants January 15 meeting on UN role in Iraq
December 18, 2003
Palestine and Israel
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, December 17, 2003
Racist Netanyahu Inciting Hatred: Israel’s Arab Citizens a ‘Demographic Problem’
Bethlehem faces gloomy Christmas By Lara Sukhtian
Fresh Bid for Mideast Truce Fails
German Foreign Minister Condemns West Bank Barrier
Israeli Internal Intelligence, Shin Bet, Chief Warns of Jewish Militant Designs
Twelve reasons why 940 intellectuals worldwide reject the Geneva Accord
US and Iraq
Dates Clash With Saddam's Day of Destiny
Bush Staged Saddam's Arrest: Congressman McDermott
Senators were told Iraq could hit the East Coast with WMD
Despite Saddam's Capture, Iraq War Was Wrong: Experts
Saddam must have been drugged before capture, says daughter
Arab League
Turkey, Syria Sign Security Accord
Gulf Foreign Ministers Meet to Prepare Agenda for Kuwait GCC Summit
Protesters Turn Violent During Bahrain March
World
Chirac Backs Ban on Headscarves
India, Israel to Join Hands on Space Telescope
Tehran to Sign Nuke Inspection Protocol Today
December 17, 2003
Palestine and Israel
US and Iraq
Scrutinizing the Saddam capture story: US forces may have used gas in Saddam capture
Saddam must have been drugged before capture, says daughter
US Tanks Roll to Warn Iraqis in Tikrit Off Pro-Saddam Rallies
Capitalist Corporate Corruption
Pentagon Says Halliburton Must Repay if Overbilled
World
Scapegoating Muslims for Rising Anti-Semitism, Chirac Wants Law Banning Muslim Headscarf in Schools
December 16, 2003
Palestine and Israel
New Mideast Talks Planned Despite Violence
Israel Likely to Bar Arafat from Bethlehem Mass
Sharon's Son Hands Over Files in Funding Scandals
US and Iraq
US occupation forces kill 11 Iraqis in Samurra during an ambush
Saddam denies leading insurgency or having weapons of mass destruction
Saddam's family demands international trial for ousted leader
Gen. Myers Says Saddam Arrest Will Hurt Insurgents
4 US Soldiers, 5 Asian Workers, Wounded in Kuwait Shooting
Bomb Attacks on Iraqi Police Stations Kill 9
Saddam Will Be Put on Public Trial: Bush
Iraq to Stop Counting Civilian Dead
US
Dean: Iraq Views Unchanged by Saddam's Capture
Democrats Broaden Foreign Policy Attacks on Bush
World
Muslim, human rights groups denounce China’s “terrorist” list
Chirac Seen Banning Muslim Veil in Key Speech
Headscarves: The Ball Is Now in Chirac's Court
December 15, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli Occupation Forces Shoot Dead Palestinian Mother of Two On her Way to University
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, December 14, 2003
The Third Temple's Holy of Holies: Israel's Nuclear Weapons (a military paper) By Warner D Farr
Model Settlements Torched in Nablus
Israel to block Irish UN religion motion
US and Iraq
Iraq car bombs kill seven, injure 32, despite Saddam's capture
US presence no longer justified after Saddam capture: Palestinian press
Newspapers mirror Arab humiliation at Saddam's capture
Iranian press jubilant over “humiliating” capture of arch-enemy Saddam
Saddam Hussain Arrested, No Weapons of Mass Destruction Found, Car Bomb Kills 17 after the arrest
Saddam Tells Interrogators 'No WMD'
Saddam’s Capture brought jubilation to Western leaders
Americans Celebrate Capture of the 'Big Fish'
Arabs share little of world joy over Saddam's capture
Capitalist Corporate Corruption
Supreme Court to Hear Cheney Energy Case
Arab League
Arab League Voices Concern About Syria Sanctions
World
Musharraf Escapes Attempt on Life
December 14, 2003
Israelis Gun Down Palestinian Woman
Palestinians, Israelis Rally Against Barrier
US envoy meets Qureia as bloodshed continues
US and Iraq
Saddam Hussain Arrested, No Weapons of Mass Destruction Found, Car Bomb Kills 17 after the arrest
More die as Sanchez sees decrease in Iraq attacks
New Iraqi Army Pay Under Review After Mass Walkout
Georgia to send 500 more troops to Iraq by summer 2004 — US envoy
Arab League
Kenya Scrapping of the Nile pact is a declaration of war: Egypt
President Bush Signs Syria Sanctions Bill
Sudan, Cairo truce talks tackled by Arabic press, Thamer Abu Baker
US
'Halliburton may repay overcharges for Iraq work'
Arab American News Focus Boykin, Clark, Negroponte, Kucinich, Pharoan
Capitalist Political Corruption
South Korea’s Roh repeats offer to resign over fundraising scandal
Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda Suspect, Mzoudi, Seeks Asylum in Germany
Yemen Foils Embassy "Terror" Plot
Iran
Khatami Cites ‘Differences’ With Egypt
Iran's election hopefuls register for crunch vote
India and Pakistan
Musharraf Slams Delay in Development Project
Muslims in Indian Army Can Wear Beards, Court Rules
World
Muslim asylum seekers on hunger strike at Australian-run camp suffering exhaustion
Jamal Akkal: Yet another Arab-Canadian whose Canadian passport is unable to offer him protection
Abu Sayyaf Strikes Again in Basilan, Abducts 2 Men
December 13, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli occupation troops kill Palestinian woman at roadblock
Baradei tweaks Israel with call for nuke-free Mideast
Palestinian Premier Qorei Says Wall Will Kill ME Peace Plan
US and Iraq
Bush Thinks U.S. Overcharged in Halliburton Contract
Human rights group criticizes coalition tactics in Iraq war
U.S. Soldier Killed, 2 injured in Blast, near Ramadi, Iraq
Blasts kill Iraqi policeman, wound 2 Polish sappers
Mortars Hit US Army HQ in Baghdad
US officer in Iraq found guilty of mistreating detainee but avoids court-martial
Arab League
Lebanon Detains 3rd Blast Suspect
Letter Bombs Target Kuwaiti Journalists
US
White House: No Conflict for Baker in Iraq Role!
Bush signs law authorizing Syria sanctions
Dean Comes Under Renewed Attack from Rivals
Democrats Reach Out to New Hampshire Independents
EU
EU facing crisis as constitution summit collapses
Key sticking points over EU constitution
Tense EU Constitution Talks Enter Critical Phase
Iran
Four hanged in public in Iran for gang rape
World
Canada PM Martin Brings Sweeping Cabinet Changes
Annan Warns of Tensions Between West, Islam
MILF Accuses Defense Chief of Trying to Derail Peace Talks
Pakistan Reforms Start Yielding Results
December 12, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Six Palestinians Killed as Israelis Raid Rafah
'Israel quietly helps US in Iraq'
US-UK and Iraq
Baathists want role in new Iraq
Iraq may deliver Mujahedeen to Iran
Under Pressure US Delays Iraq Rebuilding Meet
Transatlantic rift deepens over Iraq
Afghanistan
Biggest Push Fails to Find Afghan Rebels, US Says
Iran
Nobel laureate overshadowed by football star in Iranian press
Iran ready to extradite some of 130 Al Qaeda detainees — Khatami
US
2 Conservatives Say Policy on Contracts Should Be Scuttled
Al-Qaeda
German Court Frees Sept. 11 Suspect
Arab League
Bomb attempt on US embassy in Lebanon shows rising anger feelings
Outspoken Kuwaiti newspaper editor targeted in explosive-containing letter
Somali Factions Urged to Attend Kenya Meeting
Sudan optimistic about year-end peace agreement — minister
Lebanon Students Rally for More School Spending
UN project in southern Egypt gets girls back to school
Pakistan and India
Officials Quiz Detained Nuclear Scientists
Pakistan’s Top Opposition Alliance Leader Dies
Indians, Arabs Should Work Together: Talal
World
French Expert Panel Favors Law Banning Headscarves in Schools
Business Leaders Deny Pushing De Castro to Seek Presidency
Kerala Protests A-I Decision to Shelve No-Frills Flights Plan
December 11, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli criminal explosion kills 3 in Tel Aviv
Arafat Dismisses ‘Sharon’s Show’
Donors Warn Israel Against Barrier
Shaath, Shalom divided over agenda for PMs' talks
US-UK and Iraq
Car Bomb Attack on US base, West of Baghdad, kilss one US soldier, injures 14
Transatlantic Rift Deepens Over Iraq Contracts
Bush Rejects Europeans on Iraq Contract Flap
Two US Soldiers Killed in Mosul
Israel trains US assassination squads
Canada Protests U.S. Snub on Iraq
Iraq Imposes Rationing on Gasoline
Iran
Tehran Welcomes Opposition Group’s Expulsion From Iraq
Ebadi receives Nobel Peace Prize, calls for democracy, human rights worldwide
Iran Authorizes Signing of Nuclear Protocol
Iran tells Germany, Ireland not to pay ransom
Afghanistan
Six More Afghan Children Die in US Raid
US
Group Contests Casino Owned By Israeli Jewish Extremists' Backer
Michigan Arab Newspaper Offices Firebombed
US Plans to Step Up Pressure on Syria
Al-Qaeda
'Al Qaeda man on Riyadh's most wanted list'
Arab League
Attack on US Embassy in Beirut Foiled
Egypt, Iran Agree for Joint Efforts on World Problems
Some Kuwaiti MPs Say No to Diplomatic Ties With Iraq
World
Car Blast Kills Man Near Italian Synagogue
Malaysian Team Coming to Monitor Philippine Truce
December 10, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israelis Want Settlements Uprooted
Settlers vow to fight evacuation as Tel Aviv slams UN over barrier vote
US-UK and Iraq
Two U.S. Soldiers Killed, four injured in Mosul, Iraq
US bars Iraq war opponents from bidding on $18.6 billion in contracts
Iraq Mosque, US Bases Targeted
US Envoy Slams Indonesian Criticism on Iraq
Shiites protest in Baghdad over death of sheikh crushed by tank
Iraq Council to Start Trial Process Soon
Annan to send Iraq team to Cyprus for now
Educated Iraqis seek hope at job fair
US
2 Republicans seek audit of US Iraq operations
Iran
Shirin Ebadi receives Nobel Peace Prize at a ceremony in Oslo
Iran Rules Out Ransom Payment to Kidnappers
Arab League
Court sentences 36 Saudis to 55 days' jail for demonstrations
Kuwait Agrees to Accept Iraq Envoy
Sudan rebels say see peace deal in December
World
Six children killed in US assault on compound in eastern Afghanistan
6 Die in Moscow Suicide Attack
Taleban Threaten to Kill Indian Captives
Musharraf Asks Britain to Resolve Bugging Row
Vajpayee Asks Party Members to Be Vigilant
Away from Politics
Jealous wife in China smashes TV in row over Miss World
USDA will not regulate first biotech pet
December 9, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel Digs Vast Nuke Shelter for Officials
Israel regrets UN vote on barrier
Israel's weapons exports skyrocket, making it friends and money
US and Iraq
American Soldier, Iraqi Policeman Killed in Attack
'Once-proud Iraqi air force reaches end of the line'
Hundreds more Iraqi refugees return home from Iran
US
Dennis Kucinich: The Progressive Vision view
LaRouche, returning after success in France, to address Washington, D.C. webcast on December 12th
Gore Endorses Dean Saying He Is Candidate to 'Take America Back'
Arab League
Aznar in Morocco to support ties
Commission needs teeth to help pull Algeria from national tragedy
Saudi forces kill 'terror suspect'
Sudan, Rebels to Include Amnesty in Peace Deal
Iran
3 Westerners Kidnapped in Southeast Iran
India and Pakistan
Commercial Lunar Project Seeks Alliance With India, Russia
Preparations in Full Swing in Kerala for Haj
Raje and Bharati Assume Office as Chief Ministers
World
Suicide Bombing Kills Six in Central Moscow
Ban on Headscarves Divides French as Key Report Due
African Conference on Access to Safe Water Opens in Ethiopia
December 8, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinian Truce Talks Collapse
Olmert’s ‘Unilateral Withdrawal’ Plan Splits Israeli Govt
US-UK and Iraq
Guerrillas Kill Policeman, U.S. Soldier in Iraq
Koreans Quit Iraq, Bangladesh Closes Embassy in Baghdad
Saddam Said Directing Attacks From Hideout West of Baghdad
Top commander vows to get Saddam
US Warns of Rise in Iraq Attacks; Soldier Killed
Hands off Iraq, symposium tells neighbours
'Japan troops necessary in Iraq for aid work'
Iran
Tehran committed to sign nuclear protocol
Iran students rally for free speech, prisoners
Arab League
Police release Lebanese TV station owner suspected of collaboration with Israel
Saudis welcome financial incentive to capture top 26 terror suspects
Brazil leader, in UAE, supports Arab causes but does not challenge US
EU-Maghreb talks leave key issues unresolved
Peace predicted as Sudan foes meet
World
Web Campaign and Petition Calling For Public Inquiry Into Maher Arar Travesty
Jogi Banned From Party for Bribery
Pakistan One of the Best Places for Investment, Says Minister
December 7, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli Occupation Forces Shoot Dead Three Palestinian Youths
Palestinian Groups Differ Over Truce
EU Pledges €32mln to Palestinian Economy, Judiciary, Elections
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, December 6, 2003
US and Iraq
Saddam commands resistance operations, says a tribal leader
Iraqi Bomb Attack Kills U.S. Soldier, Wounds Two in Mosul
South Koreans Rally Against Troops to Iraq
US Won’t Find Saddam by Chance: Rumsfeld
US and Afghanistan
9 Afghan Children killed by a US air strike in Ghazni
US
Democrats Promise Revenge in Florida
Arab League
N African Summit Ends With Vows to Fight Terrorism
Killing of German Tourist in Oman Not Linked to Terrorism: Diplomat
Al-Qaeda
Iran Refuses Revealing Names Of Al Qaeda Members Still In Prison
Iran
India and Pakistan
Six dead in Hindu-Muslim clashes in Hyderabad, South India
Kashmir Problem Is Heading Toward a Solution: Musharraf
World
Commonwealth deal on Zimbabwe expected later Sunday, says McKinnon
Lawmaker Moves to Stop OWWA From Enforcing Omnibus Policies
December 6, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Cairo Inter–Palestinian Talks Progress, Qurei Optimistic
Palestinian Factions Reject Yearlong Truce
Powell Meets With Geneva Co-Authors
American peace activist Radika Sainath arrested in Tel-Aviv, about to be deported
US and Iraq
Attacks on Iraqi Civilians are increasing, deaths and injuries by thousands
US and Afghanistan
Taliban Bomb Wounds 18 in Kandahar, Afghanistan
US
Arab American News Focus: Dean, Kris Kobach, Powell, Orlando Sanchez, Cass Ballenger
Arab Population in US Nearly Doubles
Arar case spurs new rules in Canada
Arab League
Rebel Team Makes Historic Peace Trip to Sudan Capital
Al-Qaeda
Second Lackawanna Suspect Sentenced for Training with Al-Qaeda Months Before September 11
A Briton and an American Detained in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
India and Pakistan
Authorities in Azad Kashmir Ban Six Groups
Tight Security in Ayodhya for Mosque Demolition Anniversary
World
Chirac Calls Muslim Veils 'Aggressive' in School
40 Killed in Russia Train Attack
'Terror of Sarajevo' Gets 20 Years
December 5, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinian Truce Talks Kick Off in Cairo
Israeli Minister Cites Contacts With Syria
Palestinian Museum Exhibition Lost By US Airport Security
US and Iraq
Blast kills four Iraqis and a US soldier in busy shopping street of Baghdad
Baathists join forces with Islamists to attack US troops in north Iraq
Coalition ups fight against insurgents
Powell urges greater NATO role in Iraq
A Combat Leader Gives The Inside Skinny Of The Biggest Battle Since The War Ended
Vigilante justice stalks Baghdad's backstreets
Japan poised to approve Iraq troop dispatch
Pope says he understands Iraqi aspirations for peace, security and freedom
Portuguese President Says Iraq Occupation Is Intolerable
US
Bush averts trade war with Europe
Arab League
Sudan Peace Deal With Mirghani
Syrian president backs proposal to end violence with Israel in Lebanon
Top Yemeni Official Hurt in Ambush
Immigration tops Euro-Maghreb summit agenda
Arrangements for Return of Umrah Pilgrims Finalized
Al-Qaeda
Al Qaeda ally a stubborn reminder of Algerian past
EU
Angry British Muslims Want Minister Out
World
At least 36 dead, 150 injured, in Russia Chechen suicide train blast
Early a-bomb work virtually undetectable — Baradei
Six Muslim Residents Killed in Separate Attacks in Mindanao
December 4, 2003
Palestine and Israel
EU Warns Israel "Must not Invade" Palestinian Territory
Arafat: Quartet and Arabs Support Inter-Palestinian Dialogue in Cairo
Bush Defends Abed Rabbo, Beilin Meeting with Powell, Wolfowitz
Zionist Organization of America attacks Geneva Accord and Powell's Meeting with its Authors
UN General Assembly Adopts 5 Resolutions Confirming Palestinian Rights
‘Miracle’ Baby Draws Crowds in Bethlehem
UN Votes Against Israeli Measures in Jerusalem
Israel fumes at US over peace plan
Palestinians in Cairo discuss ceasefire idea
Ramallah residents reflect on 2 years of siege
US-UK and Iraq
Powell urges greater NATO role in Iraq
Five wounded in attack on police station in western Iraq
A new US-recruited militia to fight Saddam Hussain loyalists
Al-Hakim Demands Direct Vote in Iraq
US
First Census Report on Arab Ancestry Marks Rising Civic Profile of Arab Americans
Arab League
Brazil’s President in Syrian Talks Agencies
Powell leaves Morocco for Algeria
Egyptian Media and US Exchange Barbs
Yemeni governor wounded, intelligence official killed in assassination bid
Iran
Iran drug runners ditch motor convoys for camels
Pakistan
Pakistani Opposition Calls for Session of National Assembly Next Week
World
Bhopal Tragedy Victims Remembered
EU Pledges New Support for Troubled Middle East
NATO FMs to reprise Iraq debate
December 3, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Death Toll Rises to Five in Ramallah
38 Palestinians killed, 429 injured, 394 arrested during November 2003, Report
Sabra, Shatila victims explore prosecution options, including sewing Belgium
Israel Builds New Settlement in Jerusalem, Expands Outposts
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, December 1-2, 2003
Middle East Road Map Is Not Dead, Powell Says
Buoyed by Geneva launch, Mideast peace plan backers to take campaign to US
Israel Raps US for Backing Geneva
Short, Sharp, Offensive Against Syria, Israeli General
Israeli Arabs Face Discrimination, Poverty: Report
US troops go berserk in Iraqi town of Hawija
Attacks Testing Resolve of America’s Allies
Latest barrage of attacks testing resolve of US allies in Iraq
US
Kerry Would Name A Former US President As A Top Envoy to Mideast Peace Process
After A Year of Community Concerns, US To Suspend Aspects of Special Registration
The New York Arab-American Comedy Festival
Capitalist Corporate Corruption
French Connection: Pinault Thwarts Deal with U.S.
Iran drug dealers in Karbala disguise
Court Sentences Erbakan Over Party Funds
US warns more compounds may be targeted in Riyadh
'Turkey attack suspects met Ben Laden's aide'
Powell to press for political opening on Maghreb visit
Key Mideast ministers attend EuroMed talks in Naples
Sudanese Air Raids Kill 47 Civilians in Darfur: Rebels
Arabs Must Think for Themselves: Prince Khaled
Muslims Call for Blunkett Resignation
Pakistan Offers India Mutual Withdrawal of Troops From Kashmir
India Proposes Pakistan Train Talks
Vajpayee May Face Pressure for Early National Election
US has indispensable world leadership role best exercised multilaterally: Annan
Brazil’s President Kicks Off Mideast Tour
Away From Politics
Lady, looking for love? Choose a red car to show it
December 2, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinian killed, two houses destroyed in West Bank raids
Palestinian Factions’ Truce Talks Deferred
Arafat Hails Geneva Initiative, Stresses UN Legitimacy
Palestinians step up protests against alternative peace plan
US-UK and Iraq
U.S. Denies Saddam's Deputy Captured in Iraq Raid
US troops say kill 54 fighters in Iraq firefight
Samarra Attack ‘Attempted Heist’
Japan may delay approval of troops for Iraq
Thailand to consider withdrawing Iraq troops if situation worsens
US
US changes post-9/11 foreign registration rule
Afghanistan
Amnesty Slams US Over Afghans’ Custody Death
Turkey
Turkey Police Question Suspects Handed Over by Syrian Authorities
Turkey questions suspects nabbed in Syria
Arab League
Kuwaiti MPs Ratify Cooperation Pacts With Arab States
Algeria Sacks Striking Teachers, Leaders Face Court
Pakistan and India
India and Pakistan to Restore Air Links
Mixed Results Predicted as Millions Turn Out to Vote
Pakistan Denies Any Pressure Behind India Peace Moves
World
Appeals Court Cuts Bashir’s Prison Term
Ex-Estrada Official’s Son Escapes Kidnap Try
Heavy Turnout in Kerala By-Election
Laloo Advises Ojha Not to Cross the Limit
December 1, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israelis Kill Four Palestinians, including 6-year-old boy, in a Ramallah terrorist Raid
Geneva Peace Initiative Set to Take Off
Sharon Rejects Qorei Conditions
US-UK and Iraq
U.S. Forces Say Kill 46 Iraqis Trying to Ambush Them
U.S. to Free 140 Guantanamo War Detainees -Report
Rumsfeld’s Charges Baseless: Al-Arabiya
Jewish Socialist Group Asks Labour MP to Resign
US
McCain Lashes Congress, Bush for Overspending
Clark Says Bush Iraq Trip Does Not Change Anything
Iranian Bassij Wishes for US Defeat in Iraq
Dollar fall puts pressure on GCC economies
Powell to Promote Reform in Rare North Africa Visit
Sudan Rebels, Mediators Resume Talks
University Demolishes Mogadishu’s Green Line
Pakistan Welcomes Vajpayee’s Statement of Meeting Everyone
India Awaits Mandate as Millions Prepare to Vote
Pakistan to Allow Indian Flights in Its Airspace
Canadian man returns to Canada after being released from US prison at Guantanamo
Rumsfeld Expresses Concern Over EU Defense Plan
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| The Israeli apartheid (security) wall around Palestinian population centers in the West Bank, like a Python (Alquds, 1/25/03. |
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