Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
March 2003
U.S. Defense Secretary: It is hard to believe that Saddam Hussein's recent appearance on television was real - 2003-03-31
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld expressed skepticism about the authenticity of Saddam Hussein's recent television appearance, stating that he and his sons have not been…
President Bush: Currently, a small part of Iraq is under Saddam Hussein's control - 2003-03-29
President Bush announced that U.S.-led coalition forces are close to Baghdad and that Saddam Hussein controls only a small part of Iraq. He emphasized the…
Germany to Double Humanitarian Aid to Iraq
Germany is increasing its humanitarian aid to Iraq from $43 million to $86 million following the U.S. invasion that led to the ousting of Saddam…
President Bush: U.S. Forces Will Remain in Iraq as Long as Necessary - 2003-03-28
President Bush announced that U.S. forces will stay in Iraq until the regime of Saddam Hussein is overthrown. General William Wallace highlighted unexpected enemy tactics…
Delay in South Korean Parliament Voting on Government's Proposal
The South Korean Parliament has postponed voting on a proposal to send 700 non-combat troops to Iraq due to anti-war protests. President Roh Moo-hyun is…
Why Did UN Diplomacy Fail Regarding Iraq?
The article discusses the failure of UN diplomacy regarding Iraq, primarily due to disagreements among Security Council members over the implementation of Resolution 1441. Key…
ASEAN Two-Day Summit Concludes
The ASEAN summit in Malaysia concluded with commitments from 19 countries to improve border security and combat terrorism. A new anti-terrorism training center is set…
President Bush's Weekly Radio Address on the Reconstruction of Iraq - 2003-03-22
President Bush addressed the challenges of disarming Saddam Hussein and the reconstruction of Iraq, indicating that the process may take longer than expected. He reassured…
One of the Weapons Likely to Be Used in Iraq: MOAB - 2003-03-20
The U.S. Air Force has introduced the MOAB, a powerful new bomb designed for use in Iraq, capable of causing massive destruction without radiation. This…
Pentagon Defends Use of Depleted Uranium Ammunition
The Pentagon has defended its use of depleted uranium ammunition in the upcoming war against Iraq, countering anticipated protests by emphasizing its effectiveness and safety.…
The Attack on Iraq Has Begun - 2003-03-20
The U.S. military operation against Iraq commenced with airstrikes aimed at dismantling Saddam Hussein's leadership. President Bush emphasized the involvement of over 35 allied nations…
Britain and 6 Conditions for Disarming Iraq - 2003-03-13
Britain has proposed six conditions for Iraq's disarmament to resolve a deadlock at the UN regarding a potential war. Key conditions include a confession from…
Mohammad ElBaradei: Iraq Must Cooperate with Inspectors Before It's Too Late
Mohammad ElBaradei emphasized the urgent need for Iraq to cooperate with UN weapons inspectors to avoid war. He called for Saddam Hussein to publicly commit…
Colin Powell: We Are Close to Securing the 9 Votes Needed for the Approval of a New Resolution
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. is nearing the required votes for a UN resolution that would authorize military action against Iraq. France, however, is…
Rwandan President Says Sometimes Countries Must Act Without UN Approval
Rwandan President Paul Kagame asserts that nations sometimes need to act independently of the UN, citing the failures during the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as…
U.S. State Department Protests Fidel Castro's Statements Regarding the Head of U.S. Interests Section in Cuba - 2003-03-08
The U.S. State Department has lodged a protest against Fidel Castro's remarks about the head of the U.S. Interests Section in Cuba, calling them offensive.…
Eighth Press Conference of the President of the United States - 2003-03-07
President Bush held a significant press conference addressing Iraq's disarmament and the ongoing threat posed by Saddam Hussein. He emphasized that U.S. intelligence suggests Iraq…
Pope: Decisions Regarding War Must Be Approved by the United Nations
The Pope's special envoy urged President Bush to avoid military action against Iraq, expressing concerns about the potential for war and its consequences. The Pope…
USA: Turkey Should Not Expect Financial Aid
The U.S. has informed Turkey that it should not expect significant financial aid following Turkey's refusal to allow U.S. troops to be stationed there. This…
The United States Expresses Concern Over the Destruction of Palestinian Homes
The U.S. has expressed concern over the destruction of Palestinian homes during Israeli operations, highlighting worsening humanitarian conditions. This comes after an Israeli attack in…