March 2003
Group of Senior Iraqi Religious Figures Gather in Qom
A gathering of approximately 300 Iraqi clerics in Qom condemned the U.S. invasion of Iraq, asserting that it constitutes a war against Islam. They emphasized…
Funeral and Burial Ceremony for the First Group of Victims of the Srebrenica Massacre - 2003-03-31
Thousands gathered in Srebrenica, Bosnia, for the funeral of 600 identified victims of a massacre described as the largest in Europe since World War II.…
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…
Islamic Jihad Claims to Have Sent Suicide Bombers to Baghdad - 2003-03-30
Islamic Jihad has announced the deployment of suicide bombers to Baghdad to target coalition forces, claiming they are defending Arab and Muslim territory. This comes…
Serbian Officials Have Found Evidence Linking Milosevic's Wife to the Murder of a Former President
Serbian authorities have found evidence linking Mirjana Markovic, wife of former Yugoslav president Slobodan Milosevic, to the murder of Ivan Stambolic, a former president. Stambolic…
Pope John Paul II Emphasizes the Need for Cooperation Among Different Religions - 2003-03-29
Pope John Paul II urged Muslims and Christians to work together to avert a religious catastrophe due to the Iraq war. He stressed that the…
Deployment of Two Japanese Spy Satellites in Earth's Orbit - 2003-03-28
Japan has launched two spy satellites to monitor North Korea's weapons programs, a move prompted by North Korea's previous missile tests. The launch was heavily…
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…
Interview with Ali Kashtgar Regarding the Islamic Republic's Position on the Iraq War - 2003-03-27
The article features an interview with Ali Kashtgar, who discusses the Islamic Republic of Iran's position on the Iraq War. This is significant as it…
An Inside Look: Exclusive Interview with Mohammad Ali Islami Nadushan - 2003-03-27
An exclusive interview with prominent Iranian intellectual Mohammad Ali Islami Nadushan took place during a ceremony honoring him at a poetry festival in Sweden. The…
Under the Microscope: Tony Blair's Meeting with President Bush and the Examination of the Islamic Republic's Multiple Positions on the War - 2003-03-26
Tony Blair is set to meet with President Bush to discuss Iraq's future as coalition forces advance towards Baghdad. The article also examines the Islamic…
Seven Eastern European Countries Sign NATO Membership Protocols Today
Seven Eastern European countries are signing their NATO membership protocols today, having met all necessary conditions. This event follows successful referendums in each country, including…
A group of Muslim extremists attacked a remote village in Kashmir, killing 24 Hindus - 2003-03-24
A group of Muslim extremists killed 24 Hindus in a remote Kashmir village, shortly after the assassination of a prominent separatist leader. The attackers, dressed…
Several Journalists Killed, Injured, and Missing
In the ongoing U.S.-led military action against Iraq, one Australian journalist was killed and five others were injured. Additionally, three British journalists are missing after…
Hundreds of Thousands Participate in Anti-War Protests for the Fourth Day
Hundreds of thousands are protesting against the war in Iraq across Asia and the Pacific for the fourth consecutive day. Major protests occurred in Pakistan,…
Q&A with Amir Taheri on the Iraq War
Amir Taheri discusses the Iraq War's impact on neighboring countries, especially Iran, during a lecture series in the U.S. He warns that Iran faces similar…
Airstrikes on Ansar al-Islam Positions - 2003-03-22
U.S. forces conducted airstrikes against Ansar al-Islam, an extremist group linked to al-Qaeda, in northern Iraq. The strikes resulted in heavy casualties for the group,…
Islam Karimov: Uzbekistan Knows Well Who to Support in War
Uzbekistan's President Islam Karimov affirmed the country's commitment to support the U.S. in the fight against terrorism and Saddam Hussein. He emphasized the importance of…
An Inside Look: The Annual Poetry Festival of the Iranian Writers' Association - 2003-03-20
The Iranian Writers' Association in Exile is organizing its annual poetry festival to honor Mohammad Ali Eslami Nodushan. The event will take place on the…
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…
Police in Indian Kashmir says Islamic militants killed at least eleven in attack on remote police station - 2003-03-16
Islamic militants attacked a remote police station in Indian Kashmir, killing at least eleven people, including nine police officers and two civilians. The attack involved…
Anti-War Protests Against U.S. Preparations for Attack on Iraq - 2003-03-15
Large-scale anti-war protests occurred globally in response to U.S. preparations for an attack on Iraq. Demonstrators in various countries, including Turkey, Iraq, and the UK,…
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…
Explosion of Two Bombs in India - 2003-03-13
Two bomb explosions in India resulted in at least fourteen fatalities and numerous injuries. The first explosion occurred in a Mumbai train, while the second…
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…
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…
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…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Trial of 3 More German Merchants for Illegal Trade with Iran - 2003-03-12
Three German merchants are on trial for illegally selling equipment to Iran, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding trade sanctions. This case reflects the broader implications of…
Zoran Djindjic, Prime Minister of Serbia, Shot Dead in Front of Government Building in Belgrade - 2003-03-12
Zoran Djindjic, the Prime Minister of Serbia, was assassinated in front of the government building in Belgrade. His death follows a history of political turmoil…
Pakistan: More Time Needed for a Peaceful Resolution to the Iraq Crisis - 2003-03-12
Pakistan's Prime Minister Zafarullah Khan Jamali emphasized the need for more time to peacefully resolve the Iraq crisis, stating that supporting a war would be…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Examining the Image of Islam at the Conference of Information Ministers of Islamic Countries - 2003-03-11
The Conference of Information Ministers of Islamic Countries was held in Cairo, focusing on the Iraq crisis and the need to improve the image of…
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…
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…
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…
Bombing in the Philippines Results in Death - March 7, 2003
A bombing in the Philippines led to the death of the bomber and injuries to two construction workers. This incident occurred amidst ongoing police efforts…
Iraqi Shiites Opposed to Baghdad Government Hold Meeting in Tehran - 2003-03-06
Iraqi Shiite leaders convened in Tehran to strategize their political influence in post-Saddam Iraq, with about 250 participants. Mohsen Hakim emphasized their commitment to political…
Philippine Police Say Airport Bombing Was the Work of Muslim Rebels - 2003-03-06
A bombing at an airport in the Philippines killed twenty-one people and is believed to have been carried out by Muslim rebels from the Moro…
An Inside Look: Interview with Mohammad Sharif Regarding the Trial of Narges Mohammadi - 2003-03-05
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent activist and journalist's wife, is on trial in a closed session of the Islamic Revolutionary Court, facing serious charges including actions…
Leaders of Islamic Countries Oppose War Against Iraq - 2003-03-05
Leaders of Islamic countries met in Qatar to oppose the war against Iraq, with the Organization of Islamic Conference rejecting any military intervention. Tensions escalated…
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…
Indian Court Orders Excavation at Disputed Site Between Muslims and Hindus
An Indian court has ordered excavations at a disputed site claimed by both Muslims and Hindus, following the demolition of a mosque by Hindu extremists…
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…
Electoral Defeat of Reformists in Iran - 2003-03-02
Reformists in Iran suffered a significant electoral defeat in the recent city and village council elections, losing most seats to conservative candidates. This defeat highlights…
Iraqi Opposition Leaders Establish a Six-Member Council
Iraqi opposition leaders have formed a six-member council aimed at leading Iraq post-Saddam Hussein, though the U.S. has not recognized it. The council includes members…