2003 occupation of Iraq: United States and United Kingdom officials announce a change of policy concerning the redevelopment of Iraq. The establishment of an Iraq-led national assembly will be put off indefinitely, and Allied commanders will remain in charge, reportedly because no new government would have the necessary amount of real power.
Terrorist incidents: A series of explosions occurs in Casablanca. At least 41 people are believed to be dead including 12 suicide bombers. 100 are reported injured. See: Casablanca Attacks.[1]
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2003 occupation of Iraq: The United Nations Security Council votes to lift its sanctions on Iraq and to give the United States and United Kingdom control over the country indefinitely until a democratic government is formed.
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Manchester United F.C. win the 2003 FA Premier league due to Arsenal F.C.s failure to beat Leeds United F.C. At least 19 people are killed in a series of tornadoes in the states of Colorado, Kansas and Missouri.