September 2003
Clashes Between Suspected Taliban Fighters and U.S. Army in Afghanistan - 2003-09-30
A clash in Afghanistan resulted in the death of one U.S. soldier and injuries to two others during an engagement with suspected Taliban fighters. The…
New Tape from a Key Al-Qaeda Member Calling Muslims Worldwide to Jihad - 2003-09-29
A new audio tape from Al-Qaeda's Ayman al-Zawahiri calls for a jihad against Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf, claiming he has deceived the people. The tape…
New US Resolution Regarding Iraq After War - 2003-09-29
Colin Powell announced that a new US resolution for military assistance in Iraq will be presented to the UN soon, but doubts remain about foreign…
Pakistan Dismisses Al-Qaeda's Threat Against President as Insignificant
Pakistan has dismissed Al-Qaeda's threat against President Musharraf as insignificant, asserting its commitment to combating terrorism. The threat, linked to Al-Qaeda's Ayman al-Zawahiri, calls for…
Indian Soldiers Kill 15 Islamic Militants
Indian soldiers have killed 15 Islamic militants attempting to infiltrate Kashmir, a region disputed by India and Pakistan. This incident occurred shortly before a military…
Explosion of a Time Bomb in Karachi Leaves 13 Injured - 2003-09-28
A time bomb exploded on a passenger bus in Karachi, injuring 13 people, with three in critical condition. The attack occurred in a busy area,…
Bomb Explosion in a Passenger Van in Karachi Port, Southern Pakistan - 2003-09-27
A bomb exploded in a passenger van in Karachi, injuring at least 10 people, with four in critical condition. No group has claimed responsibility for…
Pervez Musharraf: Islamabad is Serious in the Fight Against Terrorism - 2003-09-26
Pervez Musharraf, the President of Pakistan, emphasized his country's commitment to combating terrorism and eradicating extremist groups like the Taliban and Al-Qaeda. This statement came…
Indian Prime Minister's Strong Reaction to Pervez Musharraf's Remarks at the United Nations - 2003-09-25
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee reacted strongly to Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf's comments at the UN, accusing Islamabad of supporting terrorism in Kashmir. Musharraf…
Pervez Musharraf: Pakistan is Ready to Assist in Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq if the United Nations Orders It - 2003-09-24
Pervez Musharraf announced Pakistan's readiness to assist in Iraq's stabilization and rebuilding at the UN General Assembly, contingent on a UN mandate. This statement highlights…
Meeting Between Pervez Musharraf and President Bush - 2003-09-24
President Bush met with Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf in New York during the UN General Assembly. The discussions are expected to address Afghanistan's concerns about…
Afghanistan Still Faces Threat from Overthrown Taliban Regime - 2003-09-24
Hamid Karzai, the head of Afghanistan's transitional government, warns that the country still faces threats from the Taliban and terrorism, despite international support for reconstruction.…
Brother of Suspected Terrorist Arrested in Karachi
Rizwan Gunawan, the brother of suspected terrorist Hambali, was arrested in Karachi along with 14 others. Hambali is an alleged Al-Qaeda operative linked to major…
Statements by the UN Secretary-General Regarding Terrorism - 2003-09-23
The UN Secretary-General emphasized the need to address the root causes of terrorism rather than relying solely on military force. Key figures, including U.S. Senator…
New Information About the September 11 Events - 2003-09-22
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, suspected mastermind of the September 11 attacks, initially planned to hijack ten planes but ended up executing a plot with four planes…
Kofi Annan: Military Force Alone is Not Enough to Combat Terrorism - 2003-09-22
Kofi Annan emphasized at a UN conference that military action is insufficient to fight terrorism and called for addressing its root causes. The conference included…
Arrest of Al-Qaeda Liaison's Brother in Southeast Asia - 2003-09-22
Rizwan Gunawan, a student suspected of ties to Al-Qaeda, was arrested in Karachi during a police raid. He is the brother of Hambali, a key…
Cancellation of South African Cricket Team's Trip to Pakistan After Bomb Explosion in Karachi - 2003-09-20
The South African cricket team has canceled its trip to Pakistan following a bomb explosion in Karachi. The decision was made due to security concerns…
John Snow Meets with Pakistan's Finance Minister in Islamabad
U.S. Treasury Secretary John Snow met with Pakistan's Finance Minister to commend the country's anti-terrorism efforts and measures against money laundering. This meeting highlights the…
Security Forces in Indian Kashmir Kill Over 12 Suspected Islamic Militants
Indian security forces have killed over 12 suspected Islamic militants in Kashmir, with 8 killed while trying to cross from Pakistan and 4 in another…
Mullah Abdul Rahim, a Senior Taliban Commander in Southern Afghanistan, Killed - 2003-09-16
Mullah Abdul Rahim, a senior Taliban commander, was killed during U.S. and Afghan military operations in Kandahar, which resulted in the deaths of at least…
Fifteen Taliban Members Killed in Battle in Kandahar - 2003-09-15
Fifteen Taliban members were killed in a battle in Kandahar, including a key commander, Mullah Abdul Rahim. The U.S. and Afghan forces successfully repelled an…
Ceremonies Held Worldwide on the Second Anniversary of September 11
Global ceremonies commemorated the second anniversary of the September 11 attacks, highlighting international solidarity against terrorism. Key figures included EU ambassadors, Russian Foreign Minister Igor…
Washington Will Pressure Pakistan Regarding Support for Kashmir Extremists - 2003-09-11
The U.S. is reaffirming its commitment to pressuring Pakistan to stop supporting extremists in Kashmir, as stated by Christina Rocca during a conference in India.…
Seven Suspected Muslim Militants Killed by Police in Kashmir, India
Seven suspected Muslim militants were killed by police in Kashmir after entering an area under Indian control. The incident highlights ongoing violence in the region,…
Bush Discusses Iraq and Other Issues in Phone Call with Indian Prime Minister - 2003-09-09
President Bush and Indian Prime Minister discussed Iraq and the possibility of troop deployment, contingent on a UN directive. They also touched on upcoming WTO…
Iran National Volleyball Team Advances to Semifinals with Victory Over India
The Iran national volleyball team won against India, securing a spot in the semifinals of the Asian Men's Volleyball Championship. They will compete against the…
Saudi Arabia Beheads Two Men for Drug Trafficking in Jeddah
Saudi Arabia executed two men for drug trafficking, one from Pakistan and the other from Nigeria, in Jeddah. This reflects the country's strict enforcement of…
U.S. Defense Secretary Meets with Hamid Karzai - 2003-09-08
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld met with Afghan President Hamid Karzai to discuss the rising Taliban violence near the Pakistan border. They emphasized the need…
U.S. Defense Secretary Discusses Increasing Taliban Activity
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld highlighted the rising Taliban activity at the Afghanistan-Pakistan border during his visit to Afghanistan, expressing concerns alongside President Hamid Karzai.…
Meeting of the Canadian Foreign Minister with Senior Officials of Pakistan in Islamabad - 2003-09-06
The Canadian Foreign Minister Bill Graham met with senior Pakistani officials, including President Pervez Musharraf, to discuss support for Afghanistan's reconstruction and the refugee crisis.…
Bomb Explosion in a Crowded Fruit Market in Srinagar, Summer Capital of Kashmir, India - 2003-09-06
A bomb explosion in a busy fruit market in Srinagar, Kashmir, resulted in 6 deaths and over 30 injuries. The militant group Hizbul Mujahideen has…
Two American Soldiers and Four Taliban Fighters Killed in Afghanistan
In a recent conflict in Afghanistan, two American soldiers and four Taliban fighters were killed during a firefight in Paktia province. The U.S. forces responded…