September 2003
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…
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…
United Nations Refugee Agency: Attacks on Aid Workers Have Increased in Recent Months
In recent months, there has been an increase in attacks on aid workers in Afghanistan, with two suspects arrested for a recent incident that resulted…
Arrest of Two Suspects for Last Week's Deadly Attacks on Aid Workers in Southern Afghanistan - 2003-09-28
Two suspects have been arrested for the recent killings of aid workers in southern Afghanistan, amid rising violence against humanitarian efforts. This situation highlights the…
Arrest of 19 Suspected Members of Al-Qaeda Network in Iraq - 2003-09-27
American forces have arrested 19 suspected members of Al-Qaeda in Iraq, confirmed through investigations and documents. Paul Bremer, a senior U.S. official, highlighted that these…
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…
Assets of 6 Terrorism Suspects Blocked by the U.S. Government - 2003-09-24
The U.S. has frozen the assets of six individuals linked to an Al-Qaeda cell in Germany, preventing them from any financial activities in the country.…
Proclamation of Innocence by a Moroccan Man Convicted of Supporting Terrorists Responsible for the September 2001 Attacks in the U.S.
Monir Al-Moutassad, a Moroccan man sentenced to 15 years for supporting terrorists linked to the September 2001 attacks, has declared his innocence in a German…
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…
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…
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…
Colin Powell, U.S. Secretary of State, Meets with Indonesian Security Minister - 2003-09-19
Colin Powell met with Indonesia's Security Minister to commend the country's anti-terrorism efforts, especially regarding the Bali bombing investigation. The meeting comes amid concerns over…
700-Page Indictment by Spanish Judge Against Osama bin Laden and 34 Others - 2003-09-18
A Spanish judge has indicted Osama bin Laden and 34 others for terrorism related to the September 11 attacks. The indictment includes an international arrest…
President Bush: There is no evidence that Saddam Hussein was involved in the September 2001 terrorist attacks in the U.S.
President Bush clarified that there is no evidence linking Saddam Hussein to the September 11 attacks, despite widespread belief among Americans. This statement came shortly…
Spanish Judge Prosecutes 35 Individuals Including Osama bin Laden - 2003-09-17
A Spanish judge has charged 35 individuals, including Osama bin Laden, for their involvement in the 2001 terrorist attacks in the U.S. The indictment includes…
Possibility of Terrorist Attacks Against Citizens and U.S. Interests in East Africa - 2003-09-13
The U.S. has warned of a credible threat of terrorist attacks against its citizens and interests in East Africa, urging travelers to reconsider their plans.…
New Video Tape from Al Jazeera - 2003-09-13
Al Jazeera aired a video claiming to be the last will of a September 11 hijacker, recorded in 2000, where Sayyid al-Ghamdi promises future operations…
CIA Says Osama Bin Laden Tape Likely Authentic - 2003-09-12
The CIA has indicated that a recently aired tape of Osama Bin Laden is likely authentic, although the exact timing of the recording is unclear.…
Insurgent Ambush in the Mountains of Zabul Province Against Coalition Forces - 2003-09-12
Coalition forces in Afghanistan successfully thwarted an ambush by insurgents in Zabul province, with no casualties reported. This incident follows a recent intense battle in…
U.S. State Department Warns of Possible Al-Qaeda Terrorist Attacks Against American Interests - 2003-09-11
The U.S. State Department has issued a warning about potential Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks targeting American interests abroad, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. Officials…
Iran's Foreign Minister Says U.S. Is Mistaken in Fighting Terrorism Solely with Military Force
Iran's Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi criticized the U.S. approach to fighting terrorism, arguing that military action alone is ineffective. This statement was made during his…
A Saudi National Arrested for Connection to Suicide Bombings in Riyadh
A Saudi national was arrested in Yemen for his alleged involvement in suicide bombings in Riyadh last May, following a request from Saudi authorities. This…
Anniversary of Ahmad Shah Masoud's Assassination - 2003-09-09
Supporters of Ahmad Shah Masoud are marking the second anniversary of his assassination in Kabul with a large ceremony attended by over 15,000 people and…
Al Jazeera Reporter Detained for 72 Hours in Spain - 2003-09-08
An Al Jazeera reporter was detained in Spain for 72 hours on suspicion of ties to Islamic terrorist organizations. The case has drawn significant attention…
Knowledge and Society: An Interview with Dr. Shojaeddin Shafa about His Latest Book
Dr. Shojaeddin Shafa discusses his latest book '1400 Years', which explores the history of Islam through the insights of various international scholars. The conversation highlights…
FBI Seeks Four Men Following Potential Terrorist Threats in America - 2003-09-05
The FBI is searching for four men linked to potential terrorist threats in the U.S., including two Saudis, a Moroccan, and a Tunisian. This comes…
The U.S. Freezes Assets of 10 Members of the Jamaah Islamiyah Group - 2003-09-05
The U.S. has frozen the assets of 10 suspected members of Jamaah Islamiyah due to their alleged connections with al-Qaeda. This action is part of…
Spanish Police Arrest Al Jazeera Journalist
Spanish police have arrested an Al Jazeera journalist suspected of connections to Islamic terrorist organizations. The arrest occurred in Granada under the direction of a…
Indonesian Court to Issue Verdict on Abu Bakar Bashir Today - 2003-09-02
An Indonesian court is expected to deliver its verdict on Abu Bakar Bashir, a key figure in regional terrorism linked to al-Qaeda. He faces serious…
Denial of Involvement in Bomb Explosion in Najaf in a Voice Recording of Saddam Hussein - 2003-09-01
A voice recording claiming to be Saddam Hussein denies involvement in a bomb explosion in Najaf that killed a prominent Shia cleric. The authenticity of…
Taliban Kills 9 Government Security Personnel in Afghanistan
The Taliban has killed nine Afghan security personnel in southern Afghanistan and captured two others. This incident follows recent military operations by Afghan and U.S.…