North Korea admits to nuclear arms program
The United States reports North Korea acknowledged pursuing a secret nuclear weapons program using enriched uranium, breaching the 1994 Agreed Framework. Officials say Pyongyang offered no concessions, while Japan and South Korea were informed and coordination with Congress and allies continues.
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Einhorn murder case opens amid defense argument
In Philadelphia Ira Einhorn faces jury deliberations over the 1979 killing of his girlfriend. His attorney argues the discovery of a mummified corpse is circumstantial and not proof of guilt. The case centers on a shared apartment and long delays in investigation.
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Saddam wins referendum in Iraq by landslide margin
Baghdad reports Saddam Husssein wins a 11 million to 0 margin in a war shadow referendum on seven more years of rule. Izzat Ibrahim vows every home becomes a front and every Iraqi will fight if coalition forces attack. White House dismisses the vote as not credible amid a city echoing with gunfire and celebration in state broadcast.
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Bush Signs Election Reform Bill Passes Senate 92 to 2
The Senate approved a comprehensive election reform package by a 92 to 2 vote, sending it to President Bush. The measure spends 3.86 billion over four years to modernize voting equipment, administration, and voter registration. Provisional ballots will be required starting with the 2004 election for voters not listed on registration rolls.
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Bush signs Iraq resolution and backs Israel's right to respond
President Bush signed Congress's war resolution against Iraq and told Prime Minister Sharon that Israel has a right to retaliate if Saddam Hussein attacks without provocation. He urged UN support for a tough Iraqi disarmament plan amid global hesitation and clarified his remarks after questions about Israel's response.
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Nations urge U S to give inspectors a chance
The United States faced sharp criticism in the United Nations Security Council open debate as many nations urged avoiding a war with Iraq and pressed Washington to allow U N inspectors more time. Kuwait Iran Jordan and Gulf states warned a strike would destabilize the region while Japan and Australia declined to back military action. U N Secretary General Kofi Annan supported a tougher inspection resolution urging Baghdad to cooperate. The U S aims to obtain a new U N mandate and the president called on leaders to meet global responsibilities.
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