March 2003
Colin Powell's Three-Day Visit to Turkey and Belgium - 2003-03-31
Colin Powell is visiting Turkey and Belgium to improve U.S. relations with Turkey and NATO allies, which have been strained by the Iraq war. He…
The European Union Plans to Allocate One Hundred Million Euros to Assist Iraqi Refugees - 2003-03-30
The European Union is set to provide significant financial aid to Iraqi refugees amid the ongoing conflict. France has also committed to accepting a specific…
European Commission's Financial Aid to the Red Cross in Iraq - March 30, 2003
The European Commission has allocated three million dollars to support the Red Cross operations in Iraq. This financial aid is significant for humanitarian efforts in…
A Turkish passenger plane was hijacked in the airspace of that country - 2003-03-29
A Turkish passenger plane was hijacked shortly after takeoff from Istanbul to Ankara, landing in Athens with 200 passengers. The hijacker, reportedly a single individual…
UN Requests Over Two Billion Dollars in Aid from Countries Worldwide
The UN is requesting over two billion dollars in humanitarian aid for Iraq, marking a significant effort in response to the country's dire situation. The…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Humanitarian Aid to Iraq - 2003-03-28
Humanitarian aid to Iraq is under consideration in Europe and the UN, as reported by Nazi Baghlari. This is significant as it highlights international efforts…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: NATO and the Issue of Turkish Military Advance into Northern Iraq - 2003-03-27
Javier Solana emphasized NATO's responsibility regarding Turkey's military actions in northern Iraq. This statement highlights the international implications of Turkey's military movements in the region.…
Signing of NATO Accession Protocol by Foreign Ministers of Seven Eastern European Countries - 2003-03-27
On March 27, 2003, foreign ministers from seven Eastern European nations signed NATO accession protocols in Brussels, marking a significant step toward their membership. NATO…
Turkish Army Chief States Ankara Will Only Send Additional Forces to Northern Iraq in Coordination with the United States
The Turkish Army Chief announced that additional troops will only be sent to northern Iraq in coordination with the U.S. This decision hinges on the…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: Gerhard Schröder Emphasizes the Development and Expansion of the European Union
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder highlighted the importance of the European Union's development and expansion, arguing it could help prevent future conflicts and humanitarian crises. This…
The Uprising of the People of Basra Led to a Decrease in Oil Prices - 2003-03-26
The uprising in Basra against Saddam Hussein's regime has inadvertently led to a decrease in global oil prices. Reports of clashes between the citizens and…
The United States and Turkey Still Disagree on the Deployment of Turkish Soldiers
The U.S. and Turkey are at an impasse over the deployment of Turkish troops to northern Iraq, with the U.S. and EU opposing the move.…
Today, Oil Prices Increased in Global Markets and Stock Values Fell - 2003-03-24
Oil prices rose today due to fears of a prolonged conflict in Iraq and unrest in Nigeria, which reduced oil production. This led to a…
U.S. and Turkey Officials Fail to Reach Agreement on Deployment of Turkish Soldiers to Northern Iraq - 2003-03-24
U.S. and Turkish officials could not agree on Turkey's plan to send troops to northern Iraq, facing opposition from the U.S., EU, and Kurds. Erdoğan…
Declaration to Address Water Scarcity Issues at the World Water Forum
Delegations at the World Water Forum in Kyoto have endorsed a declaration aimed at addressing global water scarcity. While it outlines financial and management strategies,…
Jacques Chirac: Opposes Any Resolution Allowing the United States and Britain to Govern Post-War Iraq - 2003-03-21
French President Jacques Chirac opposes any UN resolution that would allow the U.S. and Britain to govern Iraq after the war, arguing it would justify…
Witness Report: Recent Developments Regarding the War Against Iraq - 2003-03-20
The article discusses the recent developments related to the war against Iraq, focusing on the decisions made by European countries and China. This is significant…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: German Foreign Minister in New York - 2003-03-19
The German Foreign Minister is in New York to attend a UN Security Council meeting after participating in an EU Foreign Ministers meeting in Brussels.…
Iraq Identifies American and French Suppliers of Microbial Materials - 2003-03-16
Iraq has identified American and French suppliers of microbial materials in its arms declaration to the UN, including the American Type Culture Collection and the…
NATO Defense Ministers Meeting Discusses Increasing Likelihood of War in Iraq - 2003-03-15
NATO defense ministers met to discuss the escalating likelihood of war in Iraq, expressing low hopes for a diplomatic resolution. Key figures included defense ministers…
NATO Agreement Paves the Way for the Establishment of the First Joint European Peacekeeping Force - 2003-03-14
The EU and NATO have signed an agreement to exchange confidential information, facilitating the creation of a joint European peacekeeping force. This development is significant…
Turkey's Supreme Court Bans Activities of Kurdish Party Due to Links with Turkish Kurdish Rebels - 2003-03-13
Turkey's Supreme Court has banned the activities of the HDP due to its ties with Kurdish rebels, imposing a five-year political ban on its leaders.…
Criminal Group 'Ziman Tribe' Prosecuted for the Assassination of Serbian Prime Minister
The organized crime group 'Ziman Tribe' has been accused of assassinating Serbian Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic. This assassination is seen as an attempt to undermine…
Turkish Officials Say Ankara Will Appeal the Ruling
The European Court of Human Rights ruled that Abdullah Ocalan's trial was unfair due to the presence of a military judge and lack of legal…
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…
Kofi Annan's Efforts to Resolve the Cyprus Crisis Have Failed
Kofi Annan's recent attempt to mediate the Cyprus crisis has failed after extensive negotiations with both Greek and Turkish leaders. Despite this setback, Turkish and…
Positive Vote by Maltese for Referendum on Joining the European Union - 2003-03-09
Maltese voters have approved a non-binding referendum on joining the EU, with preliminary results showing over 53% in favor. The Prime Minister plans to call…
The Pope Describes War and Peace as a Choice Between Good and Evil - 2003-03-09
Pope John Paul II has called the discussion of war and peace a moral choice between good and evil, urging prayers for peace. He has…
Iraq Resumes Destruction of Prohibited Al-Samoud Missiles - 2003-03-08
Iraq has resumed destroying prohibited Al-Samoud missiles and President Saddam Hussein is urging the UN to lift sanctions, claiming compliance with disarmament orders. The U.S.…
Stem Cell Therapy Trials for Heart Disease - 2003-03-01
European scientists are investigating the effectiveness of stem cell therapy for heart disease by injecting patients' own bone marrow cells to repair heart muscle damage.…