March 2003
Palestinian Refugees: Why Should Iraq Be Disarmed, but Not Israel - 2003-03-30
Palestinian refugees in Jordan express deep concern over the implications of the Iraq war on Middle Eastern peace, fearing it diverts attention from their plight…
At least thirty injured in the first suicide bombing of the month in Israel
A suicide bomber attacked a café in Netanya, Israel, injuring at least thirty people, with three in critical condition. The Palestinian group Islamic Jihad claimed…
Israeli Civilians Advised to Prepare Gas Masks - 2003-03-20
Israeli civilians have been advised to prepare gas masks due to the anticipated war against Iraq. Mahmoud Abbas has accepted the role of Prime Minister…
Two Senior Leaders of the Extremist Group Hamas Killed
Israeli soldiers killed two senior Hamas leaders during a military operation in the West Bank, escalating tensions following a recent attack by Hamas. Additionally, the…
The U.S. Calls for Investigation into the Death of an American Protecting a Palestinian Home
The U.S. has requested an investigation into the death of American peace activist Rachel Corrie, who was killed while trying to protect a Palestinian home…
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,…
Yasser Arafat Faces Setback in Palestinian Parliament
Yasser Arafat faced a setback in the Palestinian Parliament as lawmakers rejected changes to a bill regarding the Prime Minister's powers. This political turmoil coincides…
Israeli Security Measures - March 16, 2003
Israel has implemented security measures ahead of a Jewish holiday by closing access routes to Palestinian territories and restricting entry for Palestinians from the West…
An American Woman Killed by an Israeli Bulldozer - 2003-03-16
Rachel Corrie, a 23-year-old American woman, was killed by an Israeli bulldozer while protesting the demolition of Palestinian homes in Gaza. The incident highlights ongoing…
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…
The United States Will Announce Its New Plan for Peace Between Israel and the Palestinians
The U.S. plans to announce a new peace initiative for Israel and the Palestinians following the appointment of a legitimate Palestinian Prime Minister. This comes…
Two Security Guards of a Jewish Settlement Killed in Accidental Shooting by Israeli Soldiers
Two security guards at a Jewish settlement in Gaza were killed by accidental gunfire from Israeli soldiers. The incident occurred near Pnei Hever, and an…
Destruction of a Residential Complex in Hebron in the West Bank - 2003-03-11
Israeli forces demolished a residential complex in Hebron, resulting in the death of a Palestinian gunman, following a surprise attack on an Israeli patrol that…
Israel Praises Appointment of Palestinian Moderate
Israel has welcomed the appointment of Mahmoud Abbas as the new Palestinian Prime Minister, viewing it as a step towards reforming Palestinian leadership. Abbas has…
Israeli Army Begins Withdrawal from Positions in Gaza Strip - 2003-03-10
The Israeli army has started withdrawing from the Gaza Strip after occupying positions to prevent Palestinian rocket attacks. This move follows a recent escalation in…
Israeli Forces Destroy Homes of Three Hamas Palestinian Militants - 2003-03-09
Israeli forces have destroyed the homes of three Hamas militants following their involvement in deadly attacks against Israelis. The operations took place in Hebron, targeting…
One of the commanders of the Palestinian guerrilla group Hamas killed in Israeli helicopter gunship attack
Ibrahim al-Maqadma, a commander of Hamas, was killed by an Israeli helicopter gunship in Gaza, prompting Hamas to vow retaliation. This incident follows a series…
Palestinian infiltrators kill two Israelis in a Jewish settlement
Palestinian infiltrators attacked a Jewish settlement, killing two Israelis and injuring several others. This incident follows recent Israeli military actions in Gaza aimed at preventing…
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…
Israeli Helicopters Open Fire in Gaza Strip - 2003-03-06
Israeli helicopters opened fire in Gaza shortly after a suicide bombing in Haifa killed 15. Israel blames the Palestinian Authority for the attack, while Hamas…
Clashes in Jabalia Refugee Camp in Gaza Leave at Least 11 Dead
An Israeli military operation in the Jabalia refugee camp resulted in at least 11 Palestinian deaths and 100 injuries, occurring shortly after a suicide bombing…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Israeli Tanks Invade Al-Bureij Refugee Camp
Israeli tanks invaded the Al-Bureij refugee camp in Gaza following a promise from the Israeli Defense Minister to increase military operations against Palestinian militants. This…
Two Men Killed During Israeli Forces' Raid on a Settlement and a Palestinian Camp
Israeli forces conducted a raid in Khan Younis, resulting in the deaths of two Palestinian men and injuries to civilians and Israeli soldiers. The operation…
A Nine-Year-Old Palestinian Boy Shot and Killed by Israeli Soldiers
A nine-year-old Palestinian boy was killed by Israeli soldiers during a raid in Khan Younis, coinciding with the funeral of two other Palestinians killed by…