March 2003
Interview with Kianoush Sanjari - March 30, 2003
The article features an interview with Kianoush Sanjari, a prominent figure in the student movement, conducted by journalist Behrouz Abassi. This interview sheds light on…
Airstrikes Shake Iraq's Capital Around the Clock - 2003-03-30
Airstrikes continue to heavily impact Baghdad as coalition forces advance towards the city. General Tommy Franks denies any pause in the American offensive, while Iraqi…
Coalition Ground Forces Are Engaged on Multiple Fronts 100 Kilometers from Baghdad - 2003-03-30
Coalition ground forces are advancing towards Baghdad, with significant military actions reported. General Tommy Franks and Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld addressed the media, denying claims…
Two Rockets Hit Kabul - 2003-03-30
Two rockets hit Kabul, with one landing near the ISAF headquarters and the other in a park, causing no injuries. The incidents remain unclaimed, and…
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…
Iraq Rejects New UN Security Council Resolution - 2003-03-29
Iraq has rejected a new UN Security Council resolution aimed at reviving its food program under UN supervision. Vice President Taha Yassin Ramadan labeled the…
A Suicide Bombing in Central Iraq Kills Four American Soldiers - 2003-03-29
A suicide bombing in Iraq killed four American soldiers, marking the first such attack in the Iraq War. Iraqi officials praised the act, indicating a…
Vladimir Putin said the war in Iraq threatens global stability - 2003-03-28
Vladimir Putin has urged for an immediate cessation of the U.S.-led war in Iraq, advocating for a return to diplomatic efforts through the UN. He…
Under the Microscope: Coalition Forces Advance from the Ground in the South and from the Air in the North, Iranian Officials Continue Their Anti-American Protests - 2003-03-27
Coalition forces are making significant advances towards Baghdad from the south and entering from the north by air. Amidst this, Iranian officials are maintaining anti-American…
Two British Soldiers Executed, Their Bodies Displayed on Arab Television - 2003-03-27
Two British soldiers were executed in Iraq, and their bodies were shown on Arab television, prompting condemnation from UK Prime Minister Tony Blair. This incident…
Iraqi Information Minister Mohammed Saeed Kadhim Al-Sahhaf Claims Russia Has Never Provided Military Equipment to Iraq
Iraqi Information Minister Mohammed Saeed Kadhim Al-Sahhaf denied U.S. claims that Russia supplied military equipment to Iraq. The U.S. asserts it has evidence of Russian…
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…
Interview with Dr. Aghaei Diba: Legal Basis of the War with Iraq - 2003-03-23
The article features an interview with Dr. Aghaei Diba discussing the legal basis for the war with Iraq. It highlights that the opposition from Russia…
Hundreds of Thousands Participate in Protests Against US-Led War in Iraq for the Fourth Consecutive Day - 2003-03-23
Hundreds of thousands are protesting against the US-led war in Iraq for the fourth day, with significant participation from university students in Jordan and Egypt.…
Russian Referendum in Chechnya - 2003-03-23
A referendum is being held in Chechnya regarding a new constitution aimed at ending violent separatism and recognizing Chechnya as part of Russia. Nearly half…
Anti-war demonstrations continue for the third consecutive day worldwide in protest of the attack on Iraq - 2003-03-22
Anti-war protests have erupted globally for the third day in response to the Iraq invasion, with significant participation in the Middle East and calls for…
Russia: War Against Iraq May Destabilize Neighboring Regions - 2003-03-21
Russia has expressed concerns that the U.S.-led war against Iraq could destabilize neighboring regions and complicate international negotiations regarding North Korea's nuclear program. President Vladimir…
Russia Plans to Maintain Its Embassy in Baghdad
Russia has announced its intention to keep its embassy in Baghdad operational despite the potential outbreak of war in Iraq. While some diplomats are being…
China's Efforts to Prevent War - 2003-03-18
China's new leadership, including President Hu Jintao, is actively seeking to prevent war in Iraq by advocating for a political solution and urging continued diplomatic…
Arrest of Another Al-Qaeda Leader
Yassir al-Jazeer, a suspected Al-Qaeda leader, was arrested in Lahore by Pakistani and U.S. security officials. His arrest is linked to information from another captured…
Demonstrations by 'Green Peace' Members in Various Locations Against the Iraq War - 2003-03-14
Members of the 'Green Peace' movement protested across Europe against the impending Iraq War. Demonstrations occurred in Moscow, Turkey, and Germany, highlighting widespread opposition to…
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…
Russia and France Announce Opposition Vote
Russia and France have declared their intention to vote against a UN resolution that would allow military action against Iraq. This opposition comes from both…
Igor Ivanov Visits Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan This Week - 2003-03-09
Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov is visiting Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan this week to discuss key issues including the Iraq crisis and bilateral relations. His…
On the Occasion of International Women's Day, Statements from the Mother of Engineer Heshmatollah Tabarzadi
On International Women's Day, Sakineh Tabarzadi, the mother of imprisoned political leader Heshmatollah Tabarzadi, voices her concerns regarding her son's imprisonment and the impact on…
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…
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…
Russia Welcomes the Approval of the Bilateral Arms Treaty Between Washington and Moscow in the U.S. Senate
Russia has expressed support for the U.S. Senate's unanimous approval of a bilateral arms treaty with the U.S. that aims to significantly reduce nuclear arsenals.…
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…
Under the Microscope: An Analysis of President Bush's Press Conference and International Women's Day - 2003-03-07
Ali Reza Nourizadeh analyzes President Bush's press conference on European policies towards Iraq and discusses International Women's Day, highlighting the plight of women related to…
Various Interpretations of the Results of City and Village Council Elections
Ali Reza Nourizadeh discusses the differing interpretations by Iranian officials of the recent city council election results and highlights protests by journalist associations against recent…
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…
Russia Considers Iraq's Destruction of Al-Samoud Missiles as a Sign of Cooperation with UN Inspectors
Russia views Iraq's destruction of Al-Samoud missiles as a positive sign of cooperation with UN inspectors. This statement comes from Deputy Foreign Minister Yuri Fedotov,…
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…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Barriers to Housing and Employment for Afghan Refugees Returning Home
The UN reports that 400,000 Afghan refugees have returned from Iran to Afghanistan. This situation is covered by a report from the Persian section of…
Anti-War Protests in Yemen - 2003-03-01
Hundreds of thousands protested in Yemen against a potential war in Iraq, urging Arab leaders to condemn U.S. threats of military action. The protests highlight…