March 2003
Pakistan to Legally Declare Al-Qaeda a Terrorist Organization Soon
Pakistan plans to officially designate Al-Qaeda as a terrorist organization, a move highlighted by Interior Minister Faisal Saleh Hayat. This decision follows the recognition of…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Ali Akbar Jafari - 2003-03-31
The article features an interview with Dr. Ali Akbar Jafari, a prominent Iranologist and cultural advisor, discussing his insights and experiences related to Iranian culture…
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…
New Wave of Protests Against the War - 2003-03-30
A global wave of protests against the U.S.-led war in Iraq has emerged, with significant demonstrations in Indonesia, Egypt, and South Korea. Thousands are calling…
Shortly After India's New Missile Test, Pakistan Also Tested a Nuclear-Capable Ground-to-Ground Missile - 2003-03-26
Pakistan conducted a successful test of a nuclear-capable ground-to-ground missile shortly after India tested its medium-range Prithvi missile. This development highlights the ongoing military competition…
Indian Deputy Prime Minister Accuses Pakistan of Inciting Violence in Kashmir - 2003-03-25
The Deputy Prime Minister of India, Krishna Advani, has accused Pakistan of inciting violence in Kashmir following a massacre of 24 Hindu villagers. This incident…
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,…
Assassination of a Senior Muslim Separatist Leader in Kashmir, India - 2003-03-23
Abdul Majid Dar, a senior leader of the separatist group Hizbul Mujahideen in Kashmir, was assassinated by armed individuals in Sopore. No group has claimed…
Southern Afghanistan: Scene of One of the Largest Intelligence Operations to Find Remnants of the Overthrown Taliban Government and Al-Qaeda Network - 2003-03-22
U.S. forces are conducting a major intelligence operation in southern Afghanistan to locate remnants of the Taliban and Al-Qaeda, resulting in the arrest of at…
The Largest Intelligence Operation in Southern Afghanistan - 2003-03-21
A significant intelligence operation is underway in southern Afghanistan to find remnants of the Taliban and Al-Qaeda, involving around 1,000 U.S. soldiers. The operation is…
Valiant Strike Operation in Afghanistan - 2003-03-20
The U.S. military launched Operation Valiant Strike in southern Afghanistan to target Al-Qaeda remnants, focusing on the Maruf area near the Pakistan border. The operation…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Afghan Students at Al-Azhar University in Egypt - 2003-03-19
Nazi Baghlari reports on Afghan students studying at Al-Azhar University in Egypt, highlighting the experiences of Khalid, an Afghan student who migrated from Pakistan. This…
Pakistan: 6 More Al-Qaeda Suspects Arrested - 2003-03-18
Pakistan has arrested six additional suspects linked to Al-Qaeda in an effort to further crack down on the terrorist organization. The arrests were informed by…
Six More Suspects Arrested in Terrorist Network in Eastern Pakistan - 2003-03-17
Pakistani intelligence has arrested six more suspects linked to Al-Qaeda in eastern Pakistan, following information from a recently detained telecommunications expert. This operation highlights ongoing…
Afghanistan Willing to Release Pakistani Prisoners - 2003-03-16
Afghanistan has expressed its readiness to release nearly nine hundred Pakistani prisoners detained during the Taliban ousting. This move comes ahead of Hamid Karzai's upcoming…
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…
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…
U.S. Officials Say No Evidence to Confirm Iran's Report on Osama bin Laden's Arrest in Pakistan
U.S. officials have dismissed Iranian claims about Osama bin Laden's arrest in Pakistan as unfounded. Pakistani authorities also denied the report, emphasizing its lack of…
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…
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed Provides Information to Interrogators to Locate Osama bin Laden - 2003-03-10
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, a key al-Qaeda figure, has given interrogators information that could help locate Osama bin Laden following his capture in Pakistan. While this…
Pakistan's Prime Minister Says Country Will Take Its Position on Iraq at the United Nations Based on Principles and National Interests - 2003-03-10
Pakistan's Prime Minister Zulfikar Khan Jamali announced that the country will base its stance on Iraq at the UN on national interests and principles. The…
Performance of the Security Council Regarding Iraq - 2003-03-09
The article discusses an interview with the Pakistani ambassador in Washington about the Security Council's actions related to Iraq. This is significant as it reflects…
Hundred Thousand Anti-War Demonstrations in Two Major Cities of Indonesia - 2003-03-09
Hundreds of thousands protested in Surabaya, Indonesia against a potential U.S. attack on Iraq, emphasizing the protection of humanity and justice. Smaller protests occurred in…
Five Muslim Extremists Arrested in Spain for Funding Al-Qaeda Terrorists - 2003-03-08
Five Muslim extremists were arrested in Spain for allegedly funding Al-Qaeda terrorists. The suspects include four Spaniards and one Pakistani, linked to a bombing in…
Seven Men Detained During Search Operation for Osama Bin Laden on Afghanistan-Pakistan Border - 2003-03-08
Seven men were detained by U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan during a search for Osama Bin Laden, suspected of planning attacks against coalition forces. The operation…
U.S. and Pakistani Security Forces Intensify Efforts to Locate Osama bin Laden - 2003-03-07
U.S. and Pakistani forces are ramping up efforts to find Osama bin Laden in the mountainous regions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, following intelligence from a…
Eighth Press Conference of the President of the United States - 2003-03-07
President Bush held a significant press conference addressing Iraq's disarmament and the ongoing threat posed by Saddam Hussein. He emphasized that U.S. intelligence suggests Iraq…
White House Refuses to Confirm Reports of Bin Laden's Survival - 2003-03-07
The White House has declined to confirm reports about Osama bin Laden being alive and hiding in Pakistan. American officials are hoping for information from…
Interview with Ashraf Jahangir Qazi Regarding the Terrorist Group in Pakistan - 2003-03-07
The article features an interview with Ashraf Jahangir Qazi, the Pakistani ambassador to the U.S., discussing the movements of a terrorist group into Pakistan and…
President Bush Urges Pervez Musharraf to Help Reduce Tensions Between India and Pakistan - 2003-03-06
President Bush called Pakistani President Musharraf to encourage him to help reduce tensions with India over Kashmir. This call follows a series of communications aimed…
Several Letters Handwritten by Osama bin Laden Found
Pakistani officials have discovered letters from Osama bin Laden, suggesting he is still alive and hiding in or near Pakistan. The letters were found during…
U.S. Attorney General: The Arrest of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is a Severe Blow to Al-Qaeda
U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft announced the arrest of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, a key Al-Qaeda leader, as a significant setback for the terrorist organization. This…
Under the Microscope: Proposal for a Public Referendum in Iraq by Kamal Kharrazi - 2003-03-04
Kamal Kharrazi, Iran's Foreign Minister, has proposed a public referendum in Iraq supervised by the UN for the transition of power. This proposal raises questions…
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, one of the captured leaders of the Al-Qaeda terrorist network, handed over to American officials - 2003-03-04
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, a key figure in Al-Qaeda and the alleged mastermind of the September 11 attacks, has been captured and handed over to U.S.…
Interrogation of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed Continues - 2003-03-04
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, a key al-Qaeda leader, has been captured and is being interrogated by U.S. and Pakistani officials. He is believed to be the…
U.S. Forces in Afghanistan Arrest 12 Insurgents in the Southern Region - 2003-03-03
U.S. forces arrested 12 Taliban insurgents in Helmand Province while conducting offensive operations. This operation is part of a broader effort to capture fleeing Taliban…
Demonstration of 100,000 in Support of Saddam Hussein in Pakistan - 2003-03-03
A massive protest of at least 100,000 people took place in Karachi, Pakistan, opposing a potential U.S.-led war in Iraq. The demonstration featured strong anti-American…
The U.S. Praises the Arrest of Sheikh Mohammed - 2003-03-02
The U.S. has praised the arrest of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is considered the mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks and a key associate of Osama…
Arrest of Suspect in Karachi Shooting - 2003-03-01
A suspect has been arrested in Karachi for a shooting outside the U.S. consulate that resulted in the deaths of two police officers and injuries…
Three Suspected Terrorists Linked to Al-Qaeda Network in Pakistan Arrested - 2003-03-01
Three suspected terrorists linked to Al-Qaeda have been arrested in Pakistan, including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is wanted by the FBI for his involvement in…