News, November 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
November 30, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Wall Blocking Dialogue, Says Qorei
Palestinian groups demonstrate against Geneva initiative
Israel must work to secure Palestinian truce — Egyptian FM
No immediate Sharon talks, Qureia says
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 30, 2003
US-UK and Iraq
Two South Koreans Shot Dead, Two Hurt in Iraq
Two Japan Diplomats killed in an ambush in Tikrit
Spanish media question “high price” being paid in Iraq
U.S. Allies Pay Heavy Price for Involvement in Iraq
US Soldier Shoots Seven-Year-Old in Leg
Iraq's interim leaders review transition plans
Britain Grants Chechen Leader Zakayev Asylum
India, EU seek key role for UN in Iraq
US Planning More Mobile Iraq Force to Tackle Unrest
Iran
Iran stands behind its candidate for OPEC chief
Iranian women win improved child custody rights
Iran won't shelve uranium enrichment forever
Tehran Pledges to Cooperate With IAEA
Al-Qaeda
Prime suspect in Istanbul synagogue attack charged
Yemen Arrests Al-Qaeda Suspect
Arab League
Shock, Dismay at Talal Al-Rashid, Well-Known Poet's Killing
Bashir Fires Chief Adviser on Peace Process
Saudi OFWs to Use Automated Polling System
Pakistan and India
Electioneering Ends in Four States
India, EU Ink Pacts to Boost Trade Vow to End WTO Row
World
EU defence deal to face US suspicions at NATO
Foreigners attacked at fire-stricken Russian university
Karunakaran to Carry On Remove-Antony Campaign
November 29, 2003
Israeli Occupation Forces Shoot Dead 6 Palestinians 'by Mistake’, Including 2 Boys
Palestinian Authority Blasts Sharon’s Ultimatum, 'Unilateral Steps'
Palestinian Authority Set to Resort to Int'l Court of Justice over Israel's Apartheid Wall
Momentum Gaining for Signing Geneva Accord Monday
Palestinians, Israelis Prepare for Qorei-Sharon Summit
US-UK and Iraq
Six Spaniard Intelligence Officers Killed, Two Taken Prisoners, in an Iraqi attack in Baghdad
Call to Prayer Echoes Across US Army Base in Saddam’s Hometown
US
Times Says ‘Sorry’ to Haramain
Arab League
Prince Talal welcomes Saudi reform process
Tunisian singer Zikra shot dead by her husband in Cairo
Sudan Govt, SPLA Extend Cease-Fire Ahead of Talks
Pakistan and India
Delhi, Islamabad Edge Closer to Dialogue
Congress Regains Ground as Campaigning Draws to Close
Subcontinental Strife Forgotten in the Rhythm of Qawwalis
World
Big three win EU over to military planning wing: Belgium
Britain grants Chechen rebel asylum
Taiwan President says sovereignty referendum possible next March
France Ponders Banning Headscarves in Schools
Zamboanga Buries Unclaimed Summary Execution Victims
November 28, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli occupation army admits to blunder killing of three unarmed Palestinians
Palestinians still far from united in support of Geneva Accord
Majority of Israelis, Palestinians support peace proposal
Sharon Vows to Speed Up Building Wall in West Bank
'Israel must cede some land for peace'
Israel withdraws first UN resolution in 25 years
Barrier cuts into Palestinian olive harvest
US-UK and Iraq
Bush Makes a 2 1/2 hour Surprise Thanksgiving Visit to Iraq
Bullets Warn Iraqis Against Working With US Forces
In Tikrit, US soldiers hope to get shot at
Top Shiite cleric wants full elections in Iraq
Iran
Iran rejoices over nuclear 'victory'
Iran Unconcerned About Tougher Nuclear Checks
Al-Qaeda
‘Osama Ally Is Turkey Attacks Mastermind’
Turkish minister links Istanbul bombers with Al Qaeda — paper
Arab League
Frozen assets: Egypt rumour mill triggers rush from dollar accounts
Amnesty blames Khartoum for violence
Pakistan and India
Two Kashmiris gunned down on border, former rebel killed
Hopes Rise as Kashmir Truce Holds for Second Day
World
6 Killed as Gunmen Attack Wedding Planners in Maguindanao Province
Eritrea Army Moves Raise Tensions in Ethiopia: UN Envoy
French School Expels Girl, 12, for Refusing to Remove Scarf
Kin of Slain OFW Assured of Benefits
Taiwan Approves Referendum Bill Despite China
November 27, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli occupation army shoots dead two Palestinians in Gaza Strip
US Punishes Israel With Little Cut in Loan Guarantees
US-UK and Iraq
Bush Makes a 2 1/2 hour Surprise Thanksgiving Visit to Iraq
Blast at Italian embassy in Baghdad, no casualties
Bullets Warn Iraqis Against Working with U.S. Forces
Iraq Road Map to Be Changed to Mollify Shi'ites
Saddam in Iraq, former bodyguard arrested
US Troops Detain Wife, Daughter of Saddam’s Deputy
US
Capitalist Corporate Corruption
Russian oil giant Yukos hit by new raid, court suit
Arab League
Pioneer of Egyptian cinema Mary Kwini dies at 90
Al-Qaeda
UK Judge Slams US Over Guantanamo Detainees
Iran
UN Censures Iran for Its Past Nuclear Cover-Ups
Pakistan and India
Nine killed in day of bloodshed in Kashmir, despite truce
‘Something dramatic’ happening in Indo-Pak peace process: Indian FM
Kashmiris Mark Eid in Peace as Cease-Fire Holds
World
Islamic Leader Urges Australia’s Muslims to Shape Up or Ship Out
Exit poll puts radicals ahead in N. Irish poll
International space station crew reports what sounded like collision
Sangh Parivar Stoking Tension in Karnataka
November 26, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli hints sign of bad faith, says Arafat
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 26, 2003
Sharon Occupation Government Dismisses Powell Nod to Symbolic Peace Plan
U.S. Trims Israeli Loans Over Barrier, Settlements
US-UK and Iraq
Rockets Fired at US HQ in the Heart of Baghdad
US
Bush Brother, Neil, Business Deals Detailed in Divorce
Democrats Ask Pentagon to Probe Iraq Oil Imports
LaRouche: "I'm for immediate withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iraq"
New Jersey Officers Assault Detained Palestinian Activist, Confiscate "Anti-Government" Publications
Capitalist Corporate Corruption
Fraud Trial of DaimlerChrysler Deal Starts Monday
Arab League
Aljazeera TV star anchorwoman puts on hijab, Islamic dress and head cover
Eid celebrated in the Middle East with prayers, food, political messages
Iran
US Yields to Euro 3 in Compromise Draft on Iran Issue
Turkey
IAEA adopts resolution, censuring Iran for past cover-ups
Nine Charged in Istanbul Over Bombings
World
China warns Taiwan of 'strong reaction' if referendum law is passed
Peace Accord on the Line in N.Irish Election
Indian, Pakistani Guns Fall Silent in Kashmir
November 25, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Qorei Urges Serious Measures From Israeli Premier Sharon
US-UK and Iraq
Three Iraqis killed by US forces while laying roadside bomb
Blair, Chirac put Iraq behind them, declare era of 'cordial trust'
Heavy US security in Iraq as Ramadan ends
Iraq Council Bans Al-Arabiya TV Channel
US slowly correcting postwar mistakes — envoy
US wages media war as Iraq insurgency deepens
Iran
US, Europeans agree on Iran nuclear resolution
US, EU drawing closer on Iran nuclear issue
Afghanistan
5 US Soldiers Die in Afghan Chopper Crash
Al-Qaeda
Bomb suspects moved to Turk state security court
S. Arabia arrests more than 10 for security threats, suspected Al Qaeda links
Pakistan and India
India and Pakistan Armies to Cease Fire in Kashmir
India Welcomes Pak Offer, Suggests Siachen Truce
Laloo on Peace Mission; Food Crisis in Northeast
PPP Leader Blames Political Bickering for Army Takeover
World
3 Men Abducted From Mosque, Killed
3 Parties Seal Alliance Behind Roco, Woo Independent Voters
36 foreign students killed in Moscow university hostel blaze
November 24, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinian Security Council Pledges Firm Measures
Sharon-Qorei meeting next week, says Israeli FM
Six Vancouver organizations protest banning three Palestinian organizations in Canada
US-UK and Iraq
Three US Soldiers Killed in Iraq
Iraqi civil defence officer attacked north of Baghdad
US-appointed Governing Council shuts Al Arabiya TV bureau in Baghdad
More US Troops Needed in Iraq, Says Top House Democrat Biden
Schroeder Hints at Support for US on Iraq
US
Colorado Peace groups rally at Fort Carson against President Bush's foreign policies.
A Reply to the Reporters Without Frontiers Report
US and Afghanistan
U.S. Helicopter Crashes in Afghanistan, 5 Killed
US and Iran
Iranian Nuclear Dossier Does Not Need to Be Referred to UN Council
Arab League
Sudan Government Accuses Opposition PCP of Sabotaging Talks about Ending Rebellion in the West
Libya deports 232 Egyptians seeking illegal immigration to Italy
Al-Qaeda
Erdogan Doubts Al-Qaeda Role in Bombings
World
End of Ramadhan Khatm Al-Qur’an Prayers Draw Record Crowd of Worshipers in Makkah
Islamabad Declares Unilateral Cease-Fire on Kashmir Border
India welcomes Pakistan's proposal of ceasefire in Kashmir
New Georgian Leaders Seek U.S. Cash for Fresh Vote
Shevardnadze Bows Out Amid ‘Velvet Revolution’
Germany offers to take in Shevardnadze
The Schwarznegger Factor: Top Actor Seeking Philippine Presidency
November 23, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israelis Shoot Dead Two Palestinians, Including 11-Year-Old
Two Israelis Guarding the Wall Killed, Peace Activists Demonstrating Against the Wall
Israelis Gun Down 10-Year-Old Boy
Israel admits it lied over missile raid on camp
Israel Used 'Banned Weapon' In Gaza
US-UK and Iraq
Three U.S. Soldiers Killed in Mosul and Baquba, Iraq, on Sunday
Baghdad donkey cart drivers squirm under suspicion of wary US military
Twin Suicide Bombs Kill 18 in Iraq
US
FBI Collecting Data on Anti-War Groups -NYT
House Passes Landmark Medicare Drug Bill (220-215)
Dean Attends Iowa Rallies with Three Union Leaders
Iran
Iran Dismisses UN Resolution on Rights as ‘Distorted’
Turkey
Turkey Arrests More Suspects as Thousands March for Peace
Turkey Fighting ‘Invisible Enemy’ After Blasts
Arab League
Sudan Govt Accused of Truce Violation
World
Georgian Army Poised to Stop 'Chaos' but no orders to use force yet
Georgia Protesters Storm Parliament, Seek New Poll
Assam Rebels Gun Down 11 in Fresh Ethnic Violence
Opposition May Seek Compromise With Musharraf
November 22, 2003
Palestine and Israel
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 22, 2003
Jenin massacre revisited: ‘Revealing … the Zionist project’
Israel scoffs at UN resolution 1515 on ‘road map’
Peace Possible in Six Months: Qorei
Hizbullah leader, Hassan Nasrallah, Vows to Retaliate to Any Israel Raid
US-UK and Iraq
Suicide Bombs in Iraq Kill 18, Plane Reported Hit
Rockets Slam Into Targets in Baghdad
Bush Takes Country Trip as Attacks Reverberate
US
Arab American News Focus: Jerusalem Burns, Kyl Bile, Ford Foundation, and Wesley Clark
Capitol Hill Forum - The "Clean Break" Plan: Implications for US Middle East Policy
Al-Qaeda
Turkish Prime Minister, Erdogan, Says Bombers Were Turks, Protesters Rap US
Several Arrested for Istanbul Bombings
Bush Renews Pledge to Crush "Terrorism"
US and Iran
US Lags on Approving Protocol Demanded of Iran
Arab League
Qatar Reshuffles Al-Jazeera TV Board
World
Mosque Attacked in Parbhani, India, 35 Hurt
Altaf Slams Pakistani Opposition
Reporters Without Borders is publishing its second world press freedom ranking
November 21, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Defiant Israel Vows to Ignore UN Resolution
Israel defiant over barrier after Washington's criticism
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 20, 2003
US-UK and Iraq
Rockets Slam Into Iraq Oil Ministry, Hotels
Bombers hit UK targets in Turkey, kill 27
Suicide Bombings Kill Nine in Iraq
Oil-for-food scheme ends in Iraq without fanfare
US
Senate Resolution to Move US Embassy to Jerusalem
Michigan Arab-American John Akouri Elected to City Council
World
Bombers hit UK targets in Turkey, kill 27
November 20, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinian Authority Urges Mechanisms to Implement UN Resolution 1515
Israel Defies Bush’s Criticism Of Apartheid Wall
UN Council Endorses ME Road Map
US-UK and Iraq
Car Bombs Hit Kirkuk Talabani Offices, Least Six Iraqis Dead
US Pounds Targets With Massive Bombs as Iraq Crackdown Continues
US to Present New Iraq Proposal to United Nations
Pageantry Gives Way to Politics in Bush Visit
Bush Tells World to Stand Up to Tyranny
Talabani Offers Olive Branch to Turkey
US
Howard Dean Cites Vermont as Model on Campaign Trail
Corporate Corruption
Fraud Is Easy in Big, Lightly Regulated Forex Market
Arab League
US Embassy revokes Jumblatt’s visa over Wolfowitz comments
Health Crisis Briefly Interrupts Mubarak Speech to Parliament
Oman Steps Up Safety Procedures to Counter West Nile Fever Threat
Summit Shows Syria Sole Arbiter of Lebanon
Al-Qaeda
Blasts Hit Istanbul, at Least 26 Dead, including British Consul-General Roger Short
Bombings in Turkey Rattle World Markets
Istanbul New Blasts Send European Stocks Down
Signs of US-UK Deal on Guantanamo Cases
World
French Muslims Reject Conditions on Mosque Subsidy Reuters
November 19, 2003
Palestine and Israel
3 Israelis killed amid push for ceasefire
Gunman Wounds Five South American Tourists at Israel-Jordan Border
EU Warns Israel Over Military Actions
US-UK and Iraq
US Jets Blast Resistance Positions
Iraqi government official, Hmud Kadhim, killed as US pounds suspected insurgent positions
Russia Criticizes U.S. Over Iraq Transition Plan
Japan PM Re-Elected, Iraq Dispatch on Hold
Manila Considers Pullout of Troops in Iraq
US
Mayor of London, Livingstone, says Bush is the 'greatest threat to life on planet'
Bush arrives in Britain on damage-control trip
Howard Dean: U.S. Vision Must Serve World Interests, Bush bankrupted the US morally and fiscally
Corporate Corruption
Former Ford Europe Chief, Martin Leach, Sues Co.
Arab League
Mubarak taken ill addressing parliament
Saudi cleric, Khudair, Repentance Likely to Wipe Out Support for Militants
Al-Qaeda
US Court to Rule on ‘Enemy Combatant’ Label
Turkey points to Al Qaeda for Istanbul attacks
Iran
Powell, EU clash over Iran's N-compliance
Ex-Iranian envoy to Argentina, Hadi Soleimanpour, back in Teheran after British legal ordeal
Resist US pressure, Iran urges IAEA
World
China warns Taiwan move towards independence may trigger war
US warship makes historic Vietnam visit three decades after war
November 18, 2003
Palestine and Israel
One Palestinian and two Israelis killed in a fire exchange near Bethlehem
Israelis raid on Rafah injuring seven Palestinians and demolishing more homes
PNA Seeks ‘Concrete Results’ for a Successful Qurei – Sharon Meeting
Israel Refuses to Dismantle Settlement Outposts, Risking "Crisis" with US
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 17, 2003
Israeli settlements continue to grow despite ‘roadmap’
A 9-member Palestinian research delegation visiting South Africa
Egyptian envoy seeks Israeli-Palestinian truce
Hezbollah Meets Mediators on Prisoner Swap
US-UK and Iraq
Six Resistance Fighters Killed in Renewed Attack on Tikrit
Blair Out Com: A new political movement is born
Saddam's deputy behind attacks — US
Fear, loyalty keep $25m Saddam bounty untouched
'Political progress needed in Iraq'
Syrian feels heat of US crackdown in Iraq
US Concedes Saddam Is More Elusive Than Ever
Iran
Iran honest on nuke programme — Solana
US
Faster Iraqi transition helps Bush election campaign
Al-Qaeda
British Guantanamo prisoners set to be tried in US
Yemeni Al Qaeda suspects extradited to US
World
Turkey says has Istanbul bomber on film
Suspects Being Questioned in Turkey Attacks
November 17, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Qorei Is Confident of Truce as Israel Maps Out Talks Strategy
Israeli Jets Violate Lebanese Airspace
Abed Rabbo Calls for Palestinian Conference to Adopt Geneva Accord
PNA Acts to End Anarchy, Reactivate Security and Judiciary
US-UK and Iraq
U.S. Says Saddam's Deputy Behind Deadly Attacks
Purported Saddam Tape Urges Iraqis to Fight U.S.
`US troops to stay in Iraq after power handover'
US forces fire satellite-guided missile in Iraq — military
Afghanistan
Six civilians killed by US bombs in Afghanistan
Iran
EU, US seek common approach to Iran atom plans
US
No evidence Saddam transferred weapons — report
Democrats Slam Bush’s Iraq Timetable
Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda Threats Unnerve World Markets
Japan, Australia on Guard After Al Qaeda Threat
‘Suicide Bombers Behind Attacks’
Al-Qaeda Seeking Dangerous Arms but Lacks Technology: UN Report
Arab League
Syria Wants to Help Set Up National Govt in Iraq
Al-Qatabi Hails Election to Omani Shoura as Historic
World
BJP Minister Videotaped Taking Bribe
Infighting Damages BJP’s Poll Prospects
November 16, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel receives state of the art F-16 fighter jets, free from US taxpayers
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 15, 2003
Israelis, Palestinians pour over alternative peace plan
Palestinian Truce Broker to Return as Hopes Grow
US-UK and Iraq
U.S. Troops Pull 17 Bodies from Iraq Two Chopper Wrecks
US to End Iraq Occupation by June 2004
Ba'ath Party's legacy gains momentum By Joseph A. Kéchichian
South Korea, US discuss troops for 'reconstruction' in Iraq
Japan will send troops to 'help rebuild' Iraq as soon as possible
US
Democrat Kathleen Blanco Wins Louisiana Governor's Race
Iowa Democrats Cheer Clinton, 2004 Hopefuls
Clark on Israel, Gore on the offensive, Democratic candidates
Arab League
September 11 Lawsuits Against Saudi Royals Dismissed
Al Azhar feted for teaching tolerance
World
US, allies differ on draft resolution over Iran
Pakistan detains dozens of Islamic activists, including Sajid Ali Naqvi
Istanbul Car Bombs Kill Dozens
Norwegian Facilitators Meet LTTE Leadership
November 15, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Is ‘Facility 1391’ Israel’s version of Guantanamo Bay?
Palestinian Truce Broker, Omar Suleiman, to Return as Hopes Grow
Israel Flexes Military Muscle on Northern Border
Hizbullah shows mastery of psychological warfare, Group’s ‘threats have substance’
Palestinians discuss Geneva peace plan with US officials
Colombia stands by Palestine, says former president Julio Cesar Torbey
US-UK and Iraq
Two U.S. Helicopters Down in Iraq, at Least 17 Dead
US Black Hawk Crashes in Iraqi City of Mosul
Bush: US troops to stay on after Iraq handover
Blast Heard in Baghdad, Smoke Near US Compound
US Aircraft Strike Iraq Targets; 7 Iraqis and 2 US Soldiers Killed
Koizumi Silent on Sending Troops to Iraq as He Meets Rumsfeld
Capitalist Corporate Corruption
Martha Stewart Seeks Dismissal of Fraud Charge
Murdoch Jr. Weathers Stormy BSkyB AGM
Schwab Part of Probe, Spitzer Blasts SEC
Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda Statement Denies Link to Saudi Blast
Yemen Asks Germany Not to Extradite Scholar to US
Arab League
Moussa to attend GCC summit in reconciliation
World
Turkish Islamist group, IBDA/C, claims responsibility for Istanbul blasts, 23 killed
Ten people killed in Kashmir, blast near holiest mosque
China's Hu, a Year in Power, Finds His Feet
November 14, 2003
Palestine and Israel
1,000 Demonstrate Against Israeli Barrier
Palestinian Cabinet holds first meeting as Qureia-Sharon summit lined up
Talks Must Yield Results: Qorei
US-UK and Iraq
Saddam's bloody legacy haunts US generals
Bush Says U.S. Is Working to Speed Iraqi Self-Rule
Britain: Blair's apologia for Iraq war on eve of Bush visit
South Korean troops to Iraq limited to 3,000 non-combatants
Spanish media warns of Iraq becoming a 'new Lebanon'
Iran
US, UN locked in row over Iran nuclear plans
IAEA Rejects US Charges on Iran Nuke Report
US
U.S. Expats in UK Hit by Wave of 'Anti-Bushism'
US wants ban on protests during Bush visit to London
LaRouche begins new blitz to dump Cheney
Arab League
OFW Missing in Riyadh Blast Confirmed Dead
Syria Open to Talks Despite US Threat of Sanctions
UN ready to repatriate Sudan refugees once peace deal signed
UN Mission Set to Visit Somalia, Neighbors to Study Arms Embargo
World
Are you a terrorist? The South Africa government joins the United States worldwide ‘terror’ campaign
Russia to Join India’s Moon Program
November 13, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Arafat, Qorei Offer Israel Olive Branch
Palestinians approve new government
German prosecutors open probe on Israel baby food
US-UK and Iraq
Some US generals believe Iraqi resistance is Saddam’s true war
Blowing up an Iraqi oil pipeline after exporting one million barrels through Turkey
US weigh new Iraq governing options as casualties mount
US Seeks Faster Transfer of Power in Iraq
Bomb at Italian base in Iraq kills 26
Iraq's attack triggers calls for Italian troops' return
Conflicting interests raise friction between US, Iraqi council
Iraqi police detain suspects in US helicopter attack
Police Mount House-to-House Raids in Saddam’s Hometown
US crows over Arab columnist's about-face on Iraq
Iran
Split could be looming between US, EU over Iran
UN Report Proves Iran Free of Nuclear Bombs: Khatami
US
Soros's Deep Pockets vs. Bush Financier Contributes $5 Million More in Effort to Oust President
US Senate clears bill to sanction Syria
US to Cease Afghan Operations If Taleban Stop Fighting
Pakistan
Islamabad Not Aiding Terrorists, Kasuri Tells India
Musharraf Has Proved His Commitment to Democracy, Says Sindh Minister
Pakistan on Charm Offensive to Advance the Cause of Peace
Arab League
Sudan peace deal unlikely by year-end — rebels
Omani Businessmen to Promote Trade Links With Russia
World
Chretien, the legacy and Arar's case
Karunakaran Insists on Assembly Session
Lanka Leaders Fail to Reach Breakthrough at Crisis Talks
Police Disperse Thousands Protesting Against Arroyo
November 12, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel, US to Work With Qorei Govt
Solana criticises Israel for 'bizarre' Arafat policy
Peace movement lacks coordination
US-UK and Iraq
14 Italians and 8 Iraqis killed in a car bomb blast in Nassiriya, Iraq
Five Iraqis Killed, three wounded by U.S. Troops, Relatives Say
Bremer holds talks on Iraq; mulls changes in Governing Council
Baghdad Bomb Attack Kills U.S. Soldier, Army Says
Newspaper: CIA Report Offers Bleak View of Iraq
Bremer in Washington, Sanchez threatens to use any weapon, Baghdad bombs kill Iraqis
Breaks from Iraq can pile on stress for US troops
Japan reportedly hesitating on Iraq troops plan
US
Democrat Dean to Get Boost from Labor Endorsements
Democrat Kerry Hit by Staff Defections
Corporate Corruption
French Court Jails Oil Giant Elf's Ex-Bosses
Russia's Richest Man in Trial of the Century?
Arab League
Hizbullah awaits word on release of Qantar
Morocco Creates Force to Tackle Illegals
Jordanians stand out as model of tolerance for others
Iran
Iran's main reformist party will not boycott elections
India and Pakistan
Muslim League to Stand by Sonia Gandhi’s Decision
Pakistan Begins Debugging London Embassy
Short, Sweet Message for Vajpayee From Pakistan
World
Opposition party launches its blueprint for Malaysia as an Islamic state
Gul blames PKK as gunmen kill Kurdish border guard in northern Iraq
KADEK Disbands to Set Up New Party
November 11, 2003
Palestine and Israel
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 9-10, 2003
Leaks and peeks key to Israel's nuke ambiguity
Blast in Basra kills at least three Iraqis
US Soldiers Kill Mayor of Sadr City
New report estimates up to 55,000 deaths on all sides from Iraq war
F-16s turn Iraqi family against US
Huge jobless rate — ticking time bomb in Iraq
Iraqis vow to meet power deadline
LaRouche is the Unnamed Candidate Who Can Beat Bush
Seven die, 48 injured as torrential rains hit Mecca
Saudi forces hold suspects in Riyadh bombing
Western intel falls 'tragically' short on Saudi
Saudi forces pour into Mecca to protect pilgrims
Syrian minister slams Bush speech in Arab press
UN says no signs of Iranian atomic bomb program
India and Pakistan
14 killed in fresh Kashmir shootouts
World
Spanish Foreign Minister Ana Palacio: US made major mistake with Guantanamo
Western nations endorse Australia as next president of UN human rights watchdog!
Mahathir says attacks will persist until Palestinians compensated for lost land
November 10, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli Cabinet Approves Hezbollah Prisoner Swap
US-UK and Iraq
Bomb Blast Kills US Soldier in Baghdad
18 Iraqis arrested in connection with Baghdad hotel attack
In Iraq, it's security Rambo-style
Iran
Iran, US have resumed talks in Geneva
Iran Not to Allow IAEA Access to Non-Nuclear Sites
Iran pledges cooperation on nuclear programme amid doubts
US
Muslims Are Urged to Enter Into Strategic Pre-Election Alliances
Arab League
UN DP pleads for 'new thinking' in Arab world
Scores Killed in Sudan Stampede
Pakistan and India
India Test Fires Supersonic Cruise Anti-Ship Missile
Bombay Police Commissioner Grilled by the SIT Once Again
World
Filipino Domestic Saved by Stairs in Riyadh Bomb Attack
Karunakaran Hits Out at Congress President
November 9, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Palestinian Death Toll Rises to Thirteen in 48 Hours
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 8, 2003
Pro-Palestinian Jews take lead in organizing anti-Israel conference
Israeli cabinet debates prisoner swap with Hezbollah
Arafat Wins Power Struggle With Qorei
Exchange deal over unless Israel frees all Lebanese prisoners — Hizbollah
‘Israel Behind Bush’s Drive for ME Democracy’
US-UK and Iraq
US soldier killed in Baghdad, British attacked in Basra
US discussing new international peacekeeping force in Iraq, Afghanistan
US shuts Saudi mission; UK sees terror threat
S. Korea Iraq troops seen as still possible
Iran
Iran to Allow Tough UN Nuke Checks
Rowhani to meet Baradei ahead of key report
US
Arab American News Focus: Supporters of Israel softening their tones
Arab Americans emerge as a political force, a report
Arab Americans Win Reelection in Mayoral, State Senate, and City Council Races
Al-Qaeda
Charges Revived Against Jordanian Student
US Warns of Al-Qaeda Cargo Plane Plot
Arab League
Suicide Attack Kills Up to 30, injures about 100, in a Riyadh Residential Complex
Polisario Front Releases 300 Moroccan Prisoners
Pakistan and India
Pakistan Won’t Change Kashmir, Nuclear Policy, Asserts Rashid
Jamali, Leghari Review Political Situation
World
Airport Siege Short-Lived but Stability Worries Linger
Malaysia Slams US for Terror Warning
November 8, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israeli Occupation Forces Kill Six Palestinians, Including a Child
Geneva Initiative Receives US, British, UN and Jordanian Support
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 7, 2003
US-UK and Iraq
US Planes, Tanks Pound Targets in Iraqi Town of Tikrit
Iraqis down 3rd US chopper, 6 US soldiers killed
US
First Arab-American Comedy Festival to Be Held in New York
Arab League
Arab states must liberalise, empower women, says Powell
Reactions to President Bush's Speech
GCC studies proposal for pipeline to Arabian Sea, Currently all oil is shipped via Straits of Hormuz
Sudan, Chad to Set Up Cooperative Border Force
Iran
Iran Rejects Argentine Court Accusations as ‘Political Plot’
World
Russia, China, S. Korea to finalise mega gas project route next week
Police Kill Former Official After Manila Siege Drama
Sri Lanka's President Calls for Unity Govt
India, Pakistan Must Set Up Cordial Relations: Vajpayee
November 7, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Baghdad Made Overture to Avert US War, but Was Rebuffed
Sharon Tries to Win Cabinet Backing for Deal With Hezbollah
US-UK and Iraq
Baghdad Made Overture to Avert US War, but Was Rebuffed
US Black Hawk Crashes in Iraq, at Least 4 Killed
Poles Suffer First Combat Death in Iraq
Iraqi Tribal Revenge Fuels Fallujah's Anti-US Rage
Slow death, slow freedom in grinding conflict on Iraq-Syria border
US
Indignant Arabs Say Bush Democracy Speech a Sham
President Bush Discusses Freedom in Iraq and Middle East, Speech Text
Plans for Mosque Brings Protest in N.J.
Two 'militants' blow themselves up in Mecca
Mauritania police arrest president's main challenger
Bush Commends Saudi Arabia for Democratic Reforms
Somalis Shocked by UN Report about Al-Qaeda
US
World Court to rule on Iranian demand for US compensation
November 6, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Israel grants citizenship to Russian tycoon who has guardianship over Yukos shares
UK MPs continue to speak out against Israeli Land-Grab Wall
Israel Eases West Bank Blockade
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 5, 2003
US-UK and Iraq
European Muslims Heading to Fight in Iraq
General Strike to Cripple Najaf
US Helicopter Had Standard Defense: Official
Afghanistan
Talabani to Mend Fences With Turkey, Iran, Syria
Al-Qaeda
Saudi security forces gun down militant in Riyadh shootout
Fil-Am Selling Weapons to Abu Sayyaf Deported
Yemeni With Al-Qaeda Links Returns Home
Arab League
Arab League Envoys Set First Visit to Postwar Iraq
World
Fatal attacks on Muslims continue in Gujarat: 3 killed, 37 injured
Delhi Voices Concern OverSri Lanka Crisis, Urges Talks
Lawless Somalia Remains Terror Threat: UN
Swiss Court Sends Benazir Case Back to Prosecutor
November 5, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Arafat-Qureia row delays Cabinet Agencies
Sharon Mission to the Kremlin Draws a Blank
Tens of thousands to mobilize for Nov 9th International Day Against the Wall
Qurei Heads Caretaker Cabinet as he Prepares to Form New Government
The Israeli Aggression on the Palestinian People, November 4, 2003
Israeli prosecutor suspended for press leaks over Sharon corruption probe
US-UK and Iraq
American HQ Shelled 2nd Night Running
Iraqis 'collaborating' with Americans face death
Turks indicate no troops for Iraq
Maternal Deaths Nearly Triple in Iraq, Survey Shows
Iraqi fishermen net bigger profits on oil smuggling
Inspection teams move in on Birmingham University, UK
US
Bush Is Set to Sign Iraq Funding Bill
Arar to break silence over U.S. arrest
Arab League
Al-Azhar Varsity's Ban on Book Stirs Controversy
World
Opposition Stages Islamabad Rally to Support Political Prisoners
November 4, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Sharon Agrees to Meeting With Palestinian PM
Australia seeks powers to ban Hamas and Lashkar-e-Taiba
US-UK and Iraq
Anti-Saddam Probe Judge Murdered
Two Iraqis killed, four wounded in Karbala blast
U.S.and UK Recruit Former Chilean Military to Work in Iraq
Annan vows changes as UN proceed with Iraq pullout
Battle for hearts of Iraqi TV viewers heats up
Bush vows no retreat from Iraq
US
Bush says God chose him to lead his nation
Iran
Khamenei says nuke cooperation has limits
US Military ‘Tortured Freed Iranians’
Arab League
Morocco Charges Over 100 With Terrorism Offences
Al-Qaeda
Saudi police foil attack, kill 2 in Mecca shoot-out
World
Putin reaffirms Russia’s right to preemptive strikes
Addis Ababa, Khartoum and Sanaa deny ganging up against Asmara
Pakistan Call for UN Monitors Is Illogical, Says Kashmir CM
November 3, 2003
Palestine and Israel
Arafat Outlines Platform of New Palestinian Government
Palestinian family finds indefinite temporary relieve in Israeli court ruling
Qureia finalises Cabinet as Sharon in Moscow
Israeli unions urged to postpone general strike for 48 hours
US-UK and Iraq
15 die as US chopper downed in Iraq
Blast kills Iraqi civilian, wounds 15 northeast of Baghdad
Damascus summit on Iraq concludes
US wants Iraqi tribunal to try Saddam officials
Iran
Iran Not to Halt Uranium Enrichment
Khamenei says Iran nuke deal no climbdown, warns Europeans
US
US official to visit S Arabia on visa security boost
Arab League
Lebanese exiles quit Israel to return home
Tunisian lawyer ready to die for human rights
Mubarak Visits Syria Today for Talks on Israeli Threats
Egypts Press Calls for Formal Protest Against US Envoy
Saudi women want full citizens rights
Pakistan and India
Three Indians Die in Sectarian Violence
Haj Becomes Cheaper for Indian Pilgrims
Pakistan Condemns Malicious Indian Newspaper Reports
Pakistans Response to Peace Initiative Disappoints Advani
World
MILF Vows to Help Govt in Hunt for Terrorists
November 2, 2003
Palestine and Israel
European poll controversy as Israel labelled biggest threats to World peace
Israel destroys shipment of vitamins for disabled Palestinian children
Halt Settlements and We’ll Talk: PA
US-UK and Iraq
Attack on U.S. Helicopter in Iraq Kills at Least 15 US soldiers, injures 21
US-led coalition looks to speed up handover of authority in Iraq
Iraqis Braced for ‘Day of Hell’
Baghdad Boycotts Neighbors Meeting in Damascus
Tribal Elders From Tikrit Give US Soldiers an Earful
US
Poll Finds Americans Split Between Bush, Democrats
Arab American News Focus: Presidential candidates, Boykin, Jewish voters
Arab League
Lebanon Rejects US Calls to Stop Hezbollah TV Serial
Indians Top Kuwait’s Foreign Manpower
Bashir Accuses Garang of Waffling on Some Issues
Al-Qaeda
Newspaper prints names of 147 Al Qaeda suspects extradited by Iran
World
JD-U Likely to Split Once Again
Maharashtra Coalition in Turmoil
Pakistan Must Show Sincerity Before Any Talks, Says Vajpayee
Storm Displaces Thousands in Luzon
November 1, 2003
Palestine and Israel
October 2003 Palestinian and Israeli deaths, injuries, and arrests, Report
Israeli Occupation Forces Restrict Palestinian Access to Al-Aqsa Mosque
Palestinian Authority Confirms But Downplays Contacts with Israel
Sharon flies to Moscow to counter Russian “roadmap” offensive
Thousands Attend Friday Prayers at Aqsa
US-UK and Iraq
Iraq Bomb Kills 2 U.S. Soldiers, More Attacks Feared
US House Passes Iraq, Afghan Aid Package
US
Senate Faults White House Over Iraq Documents
Alamoudi Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ to Helping Terror Groups
Castro Says Schwarzenegger All Muscle But No Brain
Arab League
Boycott threat lifted as Syria agrees to admit Iraq to neighbours’ meeting
Saudi Arabia to put advisory council sessions on air
Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda ‘Finds Ways to Skirt UN Sanctions
India and Pakistan
Four killed in Kashmir, army chief says operations will continue in winter
Fresh Row in Maharashtra Coalition
Kerala Minister Pillai Acquitted in Graft Case
MP Muslims Unhappy With Congress Party
Musharraf, Jamali Briefed on PTCL Privatization Hume
World
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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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