March 2003
If the Table and Position Were Loyal, They Wouldn't Reach You - 2003-03-31
During the early days of the Iranian Revolution, a radio and television manager was unjustly expelled for alleged collaboration with the previous regime. In a…
March 29, 1976: The First Line of Washington Metro Opened
On March 29, 1976, the first line of the Washington Metro was opened, representing a major advancement in public transportation. This development is significant for…
Calendar Day, March 28: Formation of the Ringling Circus - 2003-03-29
On March 28, 1884, the Ringling brothers established a traveling circus in the United States, which provided entertainment for many years. This historical event highlights…
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…
Change in Iraqi Forces' Tactics Since Defeat in the 1991 Gulf War
Iraqi forces have adapted their tactics since the 1991 Gulf War defeat, shifting to guerrilla warfare and attrition strategies. This change has led to some…
Syria's Foreign Ministry Protests the Death of Five Nationals in a Missile Attack in Iraq
The Syrian Foreign Ministry protested the deaths of five Syrian nationals in a U.S. missile attack in Iraq, claiming the right to seek compensation. The…
Saddam Hussein Video Likely Authentic - 2003-03-21
A U.S. intelligence official indicated that a video of Saddam Hussein is likely authentic, raising questions about his fate following a missile attack on an…
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…
The Deadline Set by President Bush for Saddam Hussein Has Expired - 2003-03-20
The deadline set by President Bush for Saddam Hussein to leave Iraq has passed without any action from him, while U.S. and British forces are…
Final Decisions for Forming a New Government in China Are Made - 2003-03-17
China's National People's Congress has approved a new cabinet with younger leaders, including Hu Jintao as president and Wen Jiabao as prime minister. Key appointments…
Saddam Hussein: Iraq Once Had Weapons of Mass Destruction, But No Longer Does - 2003-03-17
Saddam Hussein acknowledged that Iraq once had weapons of mass destruction but claimed they no longer exist, amid rising tensions with the US and UK,…
Saddam: If Iraq is attacked, we will strike the U.S. everywhere in the world - 2003-03-17
Saddam Hussein warned that Iraq would retaliate against the U.S. globally if attacked. He dismissed accusations of possessing weapons of mass destruction as lies. The…
Pakistan Welcomes Washington's Decision to Lift Economic Sanctions
Pakistan has welcomed the U.S. decision to lift economic sanctions imposed in 1999, allowing for $250 million in aid. This move is part of ongoing…
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…
The U.S. is Prepared to Postpone Voting on the Proposed Resolution Until Next Week - 2003-03-14
The U.S. is considering postponing a vote on a resolution concerning Iraq, amid diplomatic efforts and potential veto threats from France. This situation highlights ongoing…
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…
An Inside Look: Nuclear Weapons Conference at the Washington Press Club - March 12, 2003
A nuclear weapons proliferation conference took place at the Washington Press Club on March 12, 2003, with coverage by Voice of America's Persian section. The…
Under the Microscope: Reflection of Iran's Nuclear Programs in American Newspapers - 2003-03-10
The article discusses the Washington Post's report on Iran's advancing nuclear program and the potential for Iran to develop its first atomic bomb within a…
Chilean President: The March 17 Deadline for Disarming Iraq is Short - 2003-03-09
Chilean President Ricardo Lagos expressed concerns about the short deadline of March 17 for disarming Iraq, suggesting that more time is needed for UN inspectors…
Iranian Anti-Stoning Committee - March 9, 2003
The Iranian Anti-Stoning Committee convened in Paris with several Iranian speakers present. Mohammad Reza Shahid from Voice of America interviewed Ms. Jamileh Nedaei. This meeting…
International Peacekeeping Forces Increase Patrols Around Kabul - 2003-03-09
International peacekeeping forces are increasing their patrols around Kabul following a deadly bombing that killed an Afghan translator and injured a Dutch soldier. The attack…
French Foreign Minister's Visit to Three African Security Council Member Countries - 2003-03-08
French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin is visiting Angola, Cameroon, and Guinea to persuade them to oppose a draft UN resolution on Iraq that sets…
The US and UK Claim Iraq Attempted to Purchase Uranium from Niger
The US and UK allege that Iraq sought to buy uranium from Niger, but the IAEA's director has dismissed the evidence as inauthentic. This situation…
Protests in Armenia Against Robert Kocharian's Reelection as President - 2003-03-08
Thousands protested in Armenia against Robert Kocharian's reelection, claiming electoral fraud. Opposition leaders plan to file a criminal case against the Central Election Commission. The…
Two Million Dollar Fine for Serbian Officials for the Srebrenica Massacre - 2003-03-07
The Bosnian human rights court has fined Serbian officials two million dollars for their role in the Srebrenica massacre and ordered them to provide information…
Per Capita Income in America - March 7, 2003
The magazine Parade has released a report on per capita income in the United States, highlighting economic conditions as of March 2003. This report is…
Russia Will Not Support Actions Leading to War with Iraq - 2003-03-04
Russia's Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov announced that Russia will not support any actions that could lead to war with Iraq and may exercise its veto…
Hundreds of Thousands of Yemenis March in Protest Against War on Iraq - 2003-03-02
Hundreds of thousands of Yemenis protested in Sana'a against the impending war on Iraq, urging Arab leaders to condemn U.S. military threats. The protests highlight…
Human Rights Defenders Say Chinese Dissident Zhang Qi Residing in the U.S. Has Been Released - 2003-03-02
Zhang Qi, a Chinese dissident living in the U.S., has been released from detention in China after eight months. Her release follows the denial of…
February, the Month of American Presidents - 2003-03-02
February is recognized as the month of American Presidents, highlighting the births of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. This acknowledgment is presented by Abbas Malayeri…