August 2003
Congress: Bush Should Encourage Other Countries to Send Troops to Iraq - 2003-08-31
Prominent U.S. Congress members are urging President Bush to seek military support from other nations for Iraq. John McCain emphasizes the need for more troops,…
At least 5 killed in armed clash between Kurdish separatist rebels and Turkish army
An armed clash in southeastern Turkey resulted in the deaths of at least 5 individuals, including Turkish soldiers and Kurdish rebels. This incident follows a…
Turkish Foreign Minister: Decision on Sending Turkish Soldiers to Iraq Will Be with Parliament
The Turkish Foreign Minister announced that the deployment of Turkish troops to Iraq will be decided by Parliament. Turkey may send peacekeepers, but they will…
The Path of Love: An Evening with Rumi, Iran Heritage Foundation, London
The Iran Heritage Foundation is hosting a performance celebrating the poetry of Jalal al-Din Rumi, featuring actors and musicians who will bring his work to…
Iraqi Red Crescent Begins Excavation at One of Saddam Hussein's Former Palaces
The Iraqi Red Crescent has initiated excavation efforts at a former palace of Saddam Hussein to recover the remains of Iraqis killed during the U.S.-led…
Iraq's Oil Export Pipeline to Turkey Will Remain Closed Until Next Month
Iraq's oil export pipeline to Turkey is closed due to sabotage, affecting the country's economy significantly. The U.S. Army estimates repairs will take at least…
Iraqi Officials' Efforts to Repair Oil Pipeline Blown Up by Saboteurs - 2003-08-16
Iraqi officials are attempting to repair an oil pipeline sabotaged by unknown attackers, which has resulted in significant financial losses for the country. The incident…
The Cause of the Explosion in the Oil Export Pipeline to Turkey Was Likely a Bomb
An explosion in the oil export pipeline from Iraq to Turkey is believed to have been caused by a bomb, indicating possible sabotage. This pipeline…
Iraq Begins Exporting Oil from Southern Fields via Turkey - 2003-08-13
Iraq has started exporting oil from its southern fields to Turkey for the first time since the war, leading to a drop in global oil…
Kurdistan Workers' Party Rejects Government's Proposal for Amnesty for Kurdish Fighters
The Kurdistan Workers' Party has rejected a government proposal for amnesty for its fighters and threatened to end a unilateral ceasefire if Turkey does not…
Bush Administration Sends Aviation Security Experts Abroad - 2003-08-07
The Bush administration has dispatched aviation security experts to various countries to warn of potential missile attacks on aircraft by terrorists. This follows intelligence suggesting…
Attack by Unknown Individuals on Police Station in Turkey - 2003-08-06
An attack on a police station in southeastern Turkey resulted in the deaths of two police officers and injuries to another. The assailants used grenades…
Turkish President Signs Bill for Kurdish Rebels' Amnesty - 2003-08-06
The Turkish President has signed an amnesty bill aimed at encouraging Kurdish rebels to surrender. Those not involved in violent attacks will receive amnesty, while…
Heydar Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan, to Receive Treatment in the USA
Heydar Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan, has been discharged from a military hospital in Turkey and is traveling to the USA for treatment. He has…
Azerbaijan's President Appoints Son as Prime Minister - 2003-08-05
Azerbaijan's President Heydar Aliyev appointed his son Ilham as Prime Minister while he is hospitalized. This move has been criticized by opposition leaders as a…
An Azerbaijani Diplomat: Heydar Aliyev Will Return to Baku Late This Week - 2003-08-05
Heydar Aliyev, the ailing president of Azerbaijan, is set to return to Baku after receiving treatment in Turkey. His recent appointment of his son Ilham…
Heydar Aliyev Confirms Appointment of His Son as Prime Minister of Azerbaijan
Heydar Aliyev has appointed his son, Ilham Aliyev, as Prime Minister of Azerbaijan amid concerns over his own health. The parliament approved this appointment, but…
Leader of the Largest Opposition Group in Azerbaijan Registers for Presidential Elections
Isa Qamber, the leader of Azerbaijan's largest opposition party, has registered for the upcoming presidential elections. Current President Heydar Aliyev is hospitalized, and there are…