March 2003
Pakistan to Legally Declare Al-Qaeda a Terrorist Organization Soon
Pakistan plans to officially designate Al-Qaeda as a terrorist organization, a move highlighted by Interior Minister Faisal Saleh Hayat. This decision follows the recognition of…
At least 10 American soldiers injured in pickup truck attack - 2003-03-30
A pickup truck attack in northern Kuwait injured at least 10 American soldiers. General Tommy Franks stated the incident is different from a recent suicide…
American Special Forces Continue Search and Pursuit of Taliban Remnants - 2003-03-30
American Special Forces, alongside local forces in Kandahar, are actively pursuing Taliban remnants following a recent ambush that resulted in American casualties. The operation has…
Tibetan Government-in-Exile Welcomes Release of Tibetan Prisoner
The Tibetan Government-in-Exile has welcomed the release of a Tibetan political prisoner due to medical reasons. This release is seen as a potential opening for…
Arrest of 11 Iranian Women Members of the People's Mujahedin Organization at Frankfurt Airport
Eleven Iranian women affiliated with the People's Mujahedin Organization were arrested at Frankfurt Airport. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between the Iranian government and the…
Seven Italian Journalists Captured by Iraqi Authorities - 2003-03-29
Seven Italian journalists have been captured by Iraqi authorities after being reported missing. They were detained near Basra and are being interrogated in Baghdad. This…
Terrorist Attack Plan Against U.S. Interests Discovered and Neutralized - 2003-03-29
U.S. officials have uncovered and neutralized an Iraqi intelligence plan to attack U.S. interests in two foreign countries, with credible threats now emerging regarding potential…
Serbian Police Shoot Dead Two Main Suspects in the Assassination of Zoran Djindjic
Serbian police have killed two suspects linked to the assassination of Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic. The suspects were known leaders of organized crime, and the…
Operation 'Desert Lion' Begins in the Northeastern Mountains of Kabul - 2003-03-28
The U.S.-led coalition has initiated 'Operation Desert Lion' to target Taliban and Al-Qaeda remnants in northeastern Kabul, following previous operations in Kandahar. The military actions…
Arrest of 65 Anti-War Protesters Outside the White House - 2003-03-27
On March 27, 2003, Washington police arrested 65 protesters against the war outside the White House, including two Nobel laureates and a prominent cleric. The…
Extradition of Terrorism Suspect to the U.S.
Kenya has extradited Suleiman Abdullah, a suspect in the 1998 Al-Qaeda bombings of U.S. embassies in East Africa, to the United States. His arrest and…
Arrest of Suspect in Assassination of Serbian Prime Minister
Serbian authorities have arrested Zvezdan Jovanovic, a former special police commander, in connection with the assassination of Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic. The police believe that…
Shahid Khalil, Former Deputy Minister of Education, is Among the Arrested
Four former Taliban officials, including Shahid Khalil, have been arrested in Ghazni province for allegedly setting fire to a school. This incident occurs amid an…
Arrest of an American Soldier for Launching a Missile at a Soldiers' Camp in Kuwait - 2003-03-24
An American soldier was arrested for launching a missile that killed another soldier and injured 15 others at a military camp in Kuwait. The U.S.…
The U.S. has released 19 Afghans detained at Guantanamo Bay
The U.S. has released 19 Afghan detainees from Guantanamo Bay, returning them to Kabul. This decision was made as they were no longer deemed a…
Extensive Searches in Southern Afghanistan for Escaped Al-Qaeda and Taliban Members - 2003-03-22
U.S. soldiers are conducting extensive searches in southern Afghanistan to find escaped Al-Qaeda and Taliban members, resulting in the detention of four insurgents and the…
Southern Afghanistan: Scene of One of the Largest Intelligence Operations to Find Remnants of the Overthrown Taliban Government and Al-Qaeda Network - 2003-03-22
U.S. forces are conducting a major intelligence operation in southern Afghanistan to locate remnants of the Taliban and Al-Qaeda, resulting in the arrest of at…
Under the Microscope: Concerns of Regional Governments and the Situation of Political Prisoners - 2003-03-19
The article discusses the concerns of Middle Eastern governments regarding the future of Iraq following the fall of Saddam Hussein, as well as the recent…
Pakistan: 6 More Al-Qaeda Suspects Arrested - 2003-03-18
Pakistan has arrested six additional suspects linked to Al-Qaeda in an effort to further crack down on the terrorist organization. The arrests were informed by…
Six More Suspects Arrested in Terrorist Network in Eastern Pakistan - 2003-03-17
Pakistani intelligence has arrested six more suspects linked to Al-Qaeda in eastern Pakistan, following information from a recently detained telecommunications expert. This operation highlights ongoing…
Afghanistan Willing to Release Pakistani Prisoners - 2003-03-16
Afghanistan has expressed its readiness to release nearly nine hundred Pakistani prisoners detained during the Taliban ousting. This move comes ahead of Hamid Karzai's upcoming…
Arrest of Another Al-Qaeda Leader
Yassir al-Jazeer, a suspected Al-Qaeda leader, was arrested in Lahore by Pakistani and U.S. security officials. His arrest is linked to information from another captured…
Arrest of an Israeli Couple in the Church of Nativity - 2003-03-15
An Israeli couple was arrested in the Church of Nativity after threatening to detonate explosives. The mayor of Bethlehem confirmed that the weapons were fake…
The number of Palestinian militants killed in less than 24 hours reaches ten
In a series of Israeli military operations, ten Palestinian militants have been killed within 24 hours, including members of Islamic Jihad and Hamas. This escalation…
Demonstrations by 'Green Peace' Members in Various Locations Against the Iraq War - 2003-03-14
Members of the 'Green Peace' movement protested across Europe against the impending Iraq War. Demonstrations occurred in Moscow, Turkey, and Germany, highlighting widespread opposition to…
Britain's Six Conditions for Iraq - 2003-03-13
Britain has outlined six conditions for Iraq amidst ongoing opposition from France to a Security Council resolution for military action. Additionally, Iran continues to suppress…
About 40 People Arrested on Charges of Involvement in the Assassination of the Prime Minister of Serbia
Approximately 40 individuals have been arrested in Serbia for their alleged involvement in the assassination of Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic, linked to organized crime. The…
Under the Microscope: Pursuing the Perpetrators of the Bombing in Argentina - 2003-03-12
The article discusses the issuance of arrest warrants for Iranian officials linked to the bombing of a Jewish cultural center in Argentina, highlighting that legal…
U.S. Officials Say No Evidence to Confirm Iran's Report on Osama bin Laden's Arrest in Pakistan
U.S. officials have dismissed Iranian claims about Osama bin Laden's arrest in Pakistan as unfounded. Pakistani authorities also denied the report, emphasizing its lack of…
A Pure Formality
The article reviews the film 'A Pure Formality,' directed by Giuseppe Tornatore, featuring Gérard Depardieu and Roman Polanski. The plot revolves around a novelist's arrest…
Summoning of Senior Iranian Diplomat in Argentina - 2003-03-11
Argentina has summoned a senior Iranian diplomat amid escalating tensions over the 1994 bombing of a Jewish community center that killed 85 people. This follows…
Australian and Indonesian Cabinet Ministers Discuss Increasing Counter-Terrorism Cooperation
Australian and Indonesian ministers are discussing ways to strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation, particularly in light of recent bombings in Bali. The meeting highlights the strong ties…
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed Provides Information to Interrogators to Locate Osama bin Laden - 2003-03-10
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, a key al-Qaeda figure, has given interrogators information that could help locate Osama bin Laden following his capture in Pakistan. While this…
Zimbabwe Police Arrest 28 Members of Main Opposition Party
Zimbabwe police have arrested 28 members of the opposition Movement for Democratic Change for organizing an illegal gathering and attacking ruling party supporters. This crackdown…
On Saturday, thousands in European cities protested against President Bush's policy towards Iraq - 2003-03-09
On March 9, 2003, thousands protested across Europe and in Washington against President Bush's Iraq policy. Demonstrators called for peaceful resolutions to the crisis, while…
Five Muslim Extremists Arrested in Spain for Funding Al-Qaeda Terrorists - 2003-03-08
Five Muslim extremists were arrested in Spain for allegedly funding Al-Qaeda terrorists. The suspects include four Spaniards and one Pakistani, linked to a bombing in…
Fifteen Arrested on Charges of Membership in the Banned Islamic Jihad Group in Egypt
Fifteen individuals have been arrested in Egypt for allegedly being part of the banned Islamic Jihad group, linked to past terrorist activities including the assassination…
Arrest Warrant Issued for Four Iranian Officials by an Argentine Judge - 2003-03-08
An Argentine judge has issued arrest warrants for four Iranian officials linked to the 1994 Buenos Aires Jewish community center bombing that killed 85 people.…
Seven Men Detained During Search Operation for Osama Bin Laden on Afghanistan-Pakistan Border - 2003-03-08
Seven men were detained by U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan during a search for Osama Bin Laden, suspected of planning attacks against coalition forces. The operation…
Israeli Soldiers Kill Three Armed Palestinians - 2003-03-07
Israeli soldiers killed three armed Palestinians who were attacking a Jewish settlement in Gaza amidst ongoing military operations in the region. This incident follows a…
Interview with Ashraf Jahangir Qazi Regarding the Terrorist Group in Pakistan - 2003-03-07
The article features an interview with Ashraf Jahangir Qazi, the Pakistani ambassador to the U.S., discussing the movements of a terrorist group into Pakistan and…
Various Interpretations of the Results of City and Village Council Elections
Ali Reza Nourizadeh discusses the differing interpretations by Iranian officials of the recent city council election results and highlights protests by journalist associations against recent…
Under the Microscope: Who is Mr. Khatami Talking To?
The article discusses former President Khatami's continued advocacy for religious democracy despite public disillusionment with reforms and the recent electoral defeat of reformists. Additionally, it…
Amnesty International Expresses Concern Over Possible Mistreatment of Qasem Shoaleh Saadi
Amnesty International is concerned about the treatment of Qasem Shoaleh Saadi, an Iranian professor arrested after criticizing the Iranian leadership. He has been denied access…
Bombing in the Port City of Haifa Leaves at Least 15 Dead - 2003-03-05
A suicide bombing in Haifa has resulted in at least 15 deaths and numerous injuries, attributed to a Palestinian bomber. The incident is viewed as…
Bomb Explosion in the Philippines Claims 21 Lives - 2003-03-05
A bomb explosion in southern Philippines resulted in 21 deaths and over 147 injuries. President Gloria Arroyo condemned the act as terrorism and suspects the…
Several Letters Handwritten by Osama bin Laden Found
Pakistani officials have discovered letters from Osama bin Laden, suggesting he is still alive and hiding in or near Pakistan. The letters were found during…
Three Palestinians Killed in West Bank and Gaza Strip
Three Palestinians were killed by Israeli gunfire in separate incidents in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. This includes a teenager in Jenin and an…
U.S. Attorney General: The Arrest of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is a Severe Blow to Al-Qaeda
U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft announced the arrest of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, a key Al-Qaeda leader, as a significant setback for the terrorist organization. This…
Kidnapping Gang Claims Responsibility for Deadly Airport Bombing in the Philippines
A kidnapping gang linked to Al-Qaeda claimed responsibility for a bombing at a Philippine airport that killed 21 and injured over 100. The Philippine government…
Explosion at an Airport Terminal in Southern Philippines - 2003-03-04
An explosion at an airport terminal in Davao City, Philippines, killed at least 19 people and injured over 144. The Philippine police have arrested several…
Under the Microscope: Proposal for a Public Referendum in Iraq by Kamal Kharrazi - 2003-03-04
Kamal Kharrazi, Iran's Foreign Minister, has proposed a public referendum in Iraq supervised by the UN for the transition of power. This proposal raises questions…
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, one of the captured leaders of the Al-Qaeda terrorist network, handed over to American officials - 2003-03-04
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, a key figure in Al-Qaeda and the alleged mastermind of the September 11 attacks, has been captured and handed over to U.S.…
Clash Between Israeli Police and Palestinian Extremist in an Internet Cafe in Jenin - 2003-03-04
A clash occurred in Jenin between Israeli police and a Palestinian extremist, resulting in the death of a Palestinian teenager and injuries to others. The…
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…
U.S. Forces in Afghanistan Arrest 12 Insurgents in the Southern Region - 2003-03-03
U.S. forces arrested 12 Taliban insurgents in Helmand Province while conducting offensive operations. This operation is part of a broader effort to capture fleeing Taliban…
Palestinians Fired Rockets Towards Israeli Settlement Sderot
Palestinians launched rockets at the Israeli settlement of Sderot in response to an Israeli military operation that killed eight Palestinians. Hamas has vowed retaliation for…
The U.S. Praises the Arrest of Sheikh Mohammed - 2003-03-02
The U.S. has praised the arrest of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is considered the mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks and a key associate of Osama…
Interview with Javad Shoaleh Saadi Regarding His Father's Arrest - 2003-03-01
Javad Shoaleh Saadi discusses the arrest of his father, Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi, during his return to Iran. This incident highlights ongoing issues related to…
Arrest of Suspect in Karachi Shooting - 2003-03-01
A suspect has been arrested in Karachi for a shooting outside the U.S. consulate that resulted in the deaths of two police officers and injuries…
An Iranian Cyclist Seeks Asylum in the United States - 2003-03-01
Reza Khushrosh Blouchi, an Iranian cyclist, has been granted political asylum in the U.S. after claiming persecution in Iran. He aims to complete his journey…
Three Suspected Terrorists Linked to Al-Qaeda Network in Pakistan Arrested - 2003-03-01
Three suspected terrorists linked to Al-Qaeda have been arrested in Pakistan, including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is wanted by the FBI for his involvement in…