April 2003
Secretary of State Colin Powell Responds to the U.S. Senate on NATO Expansion and Role - April 29, 2003
Secretary of State Colin Powell addressed the U.S. Senate on NATO's expansion and the situation in Iraq, emphasizing the need for both NATO and the…
Four European Countries Opposed to the War in Iraq Seek to Increase Military Cooperation
Four European nations opposed to the Iraq war—Belgium, France, Germany, and Luxembourg—are increasing military cooperation to lessen reliance on the U.S. They plan to create…
Senator Sam Brownback's Comments Opposing the French Foreign Minister's Visit to Iran - 2003-04-25
Senator Sam Brownback has publicly opposed the visit of the French Foreign Minister to Iran, citing concerns over meetings with Iranian officials. This opposition reflects…
NATO Supreme Commander: NATO is Ready to Undertake Missions in Iraq
NATO's Supreme Commander announced the organization's readiness to assist in Iraq after the war, with 2,000 rapid reaction forces set to be ready by October.…
NATO Ready to Operate in Iraq - April 24, 2003
NATO is prepared to assist in stabilizing post-war Iraq but has not yet received a formal request. General James Jones announced that NATO has the…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: NATO Command over Peacekeeping Forces in Afghanistan - 2003-04-16
NATO's command over international peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan has been officially approved by the North Atlantic Military Council. This decision is significant as it marks…
Discussion and Examination of the Role of the United Nations in Iraq After the War - 2003-04-04
U.S. officials are debating the role of the United Nations in providing humanitarian aid to Iraq post-war. Colin Powell emphasized that the U.S.-led coalition should…
Colin Powell: International Cooperation Will Be Crucial in Determining Post-War Iraq's Fate - 2003-04-03
Colin Powell emphasized the importance of international cooperation for Iraq's post-war future during talks with EU and NATO foreign ministers. The stabilization process is set…
Colin Powell: Agreement Reached for Fuel Supplies to Coalition Forces via Turkey - 2003-04-03
Colin Powell announced an agreement with Turkey to facilitate the transport of fuel and humanitarian aid to coalition forces in northern Iraq. This agreement follows…
Bosnian Serb President of the Collective Presidency Resigns
Mirko Sarovic, the Bosnian Serb President of the Collective Presidency, resigned amid allegations of espionage and illegal arms sales to Iraq. NATO officials have presented…
Colin Powell Arrives in Turkey Today - 2003-04-02
Colin Powell visited Turkey to mend relations strained by the Iraq war. Turkish leaders are open to reconsidering the deployment of U.S. forces if the…
Colin Powell Begins Diplomatic Trip to Turkey
Colin Powell, U.S. Secretary of State, has started a diplomatic trip to Turkey aimed at mending relations strained by the Iraq war. He is expected…