March 2003
Bloody Clash of Rival Political Party Supporters in Turbulent Niger Delta - 2003-03-31
A violent clash between supporters of Nigeria's ruling People's Democratic Party and the opposition All Nigeria Peoples Party has resulted in fears of numerous casualties.…
President Bush: Currently, a small part of Iraq is under Saddam Hussein's control - 2003-03-29
President Bush announced that U.S.-led coalition forces are close to Baghdad and that Saddam Hussein controls only a small part of Iraq. He emphasized the…
Increase in Oil Prices in Global Markets - 2003-03-28
Oil prices have surged to their highest levels since the onset of the Iraq war, with Brent crude reaching $27.50 and light crude nearly $31…
Unpreparedness of Multinational Oil Companies in Nigeria - 2003-03-27
Multinational oil companies in Nigeria are hesitant to resume operations despite tribal militants' announcement to end a two-week conflict. The violence has resulted in significant…
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…
Nigerian Army Intervention to Restore Peace - 2003-03-25
The Nigerian army is intervening in the Niger Delta to restore peace after ethnic clashes resulted in at least 60 deaths and significant reductions in…
Syria's Foreign Ministry Protests the Death of Five Nationals in a Missile Attack in Iraq
The Syrian Foreign Ministry protested the deaths of five Syrian nationals in a U.S. missile attack in Iraq, claiming the right to seek compensation. The…
Today, Oil Prices Increased in Global Markets and Stock Values Fell - 2003-03-24
Oil prices rose today due to fears of a prolonged conflict in Iraq and unrest in Nigeria, which reduced oil production. This led to a…
Soldiers and Rebels Clash for Control of Central Gbarnga City in Liberia - 2003-03-23
Soldiers and rebels are fighting for control of Gbarnga, Liberia, as part of an operation to remove President Charles Taylor. Gbarnga was previously a stronghold…
Nigerian Militants Threaten to Blow Up Oil Facilities - 2003-03-23
Militants from the Ijaw ethnic group in Nigeria are threatening to attack oil facilities in response to ongoing violence with security forces. This conflict has…
Kamal Kharrazi Cancels His Trip to Armenia Due to Increased Tensions in Iraq - 2003-03-15
Kamal Kharrazi, Iran's Foreign Minister, has canceled his trip to Armenia because of rising tensions in Iraq. He was scheduled to meet with Armenian President…
President Bush, Tony Blair, and Jose Maria Aznar Hold Tripartite Summit - 2003-03-14
President Bush, along with British Prime Minister Tony Blair and Spanish Prime Minister Jose Maria Aznar, is set to meet to discuss a resolution regarding…
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…
Peace Talks for Ivory Coast Resumed Today in Ghana - 2003-03-07
Peace talks for Ivory Coast resumed in Ghana as rebels agreed to modify their demands regarding key ministries. The rebels seek reasonable concessions in exchange…
Algerian Plane Crash Claims 102 Lives
An Algerian plane crash has resulted in the deaths of 102 individuals, with only one survivor. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from a southern…
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…
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…
Clashes Intensify in Ivory Coast - March 2, 2003
Clashes in Ivory Coast are escalating amid stalled negotiations to end a civil war that began in September 2002. Rebels accuse government forces of attacking…
An Algerian Woman Who Uses Her Beautiful Voice Against Terrorism
An Algerian woman is leveraging her singing talent to combat and condemn terrorism globally, challenging traditional norms. This initiative highlights the intersection of art and…