March 2003
Terrorist Attack Plan Against U.S. Interests Discovered and Neutralized - 2003-03-29
U.S. officials have uncovered and neutralized an Iraqi intelligence plan to attack U.S. interests in two foreign countries, with credible threats now emerging regarding potential…
The U.S. Opposes Iraqi Exiles' Plans for a Transitional Government Ahead of the Overthrow of Saddam Hussein - 2003-03-28
The U.S. has expressed its disapproval of Iraqi exiles' plans to form a transitional government before Saddam Hussein's overthrow. The U.S. aims to manage post-Saddam…
President Bush Warns Turkey to Stay Away from Northern Iraq - 2003-03-25
President Bush has warned Turkey against military intervention in northern Iraq to avoid conflict with Iraqi Kurds. The Iraqi Kurds have threatened retaliation if Turkey…
U.S. Disinterest in Any Diplomacy with Current Iraqi Leadership - 2003-03-25
The U.S. has expressed disinterest in Saudi Arabia's proposal to mediate an end to the Iraq war, stating it has not received any such proposal.…
President Bush's Special Envoy Denies Agreement with Turkey - 2003-03-25
Zalmay Khalilzad, the U.S. envoy, denies any agreement allowing Turkish forces into northern Iraq, emphasizing U.S. opposition to unilateral actions. President Bush has warned Turkey…
Seizure of All Non-Diplomatic Assets of Iraq in the United States - 2003-03-21
President Bush ordered the seizure of all non-diplomatic Iraqi assets in the U.S. to aid in Iraq's reconstruction post-war. The U.S. is also urging other…
Turkish Parliament Votes on Government Proposal
The Turkish Parliament is voting on a proposal to allow U.S. warplanes to operate from Turkish airbases as part of military operations in Iraq. This…
The Threat of Terrorist Attacks on American Targets Worldwide - 2003-03-19
U.S. officials warn that the risk of terrorist attacks on American targets will rise sharply with the onset of war in Iraq. Al-Qaeda is reportedly…
The U.S. Calls for Investigation into the Death of an American Protecting a Palestinian Home
The U.S. has requested an investigation into the death of American peace activist Rachel Corrie, who was killed while trying to protect a Palestinian home…
U.S. State Department Protests Fidel Castro's Statements Regarding the Head of U.S. Interests Section in Cuba - 2003-03-08
The U.S. State Department has lodged a protest against Fidel Castro's remarks about the head of the U.S. Interests Section in Cuba, calling them offensive.…
Turkey Seeks Commitment from the U.S.
Turkey is demanding that the U.S. commit to preventing Kurdish independence in northern Iraq before a new vote on U.S. military deployment. This is crucial…
USA: Turkey Should Not Expect Financial Aid
The U.S. has informed Turkey that it should not expect significant financial aid following Turkey's refusal to allow U.S. troops to be stationed there. This…
The United States Expresses Concern Over the Destruction of Palestinian Homes
The U.S. has expressed concern over the destruction of Palestinian homes during Israeli operations, highlighting worsening humanitarian conditions. This comes after an Israeli attack in…
Human Rights Defenders Say Chinese Dissident Zhang Qi Residing in the U.S. Has Been Released - 2003-03-02
Zhang Qi, a Chinese dissident living in the U.S., has been released from detention in China after eight months. Her release follows the denial of…