March 2003
Ensure You Are in the Right Place - March 30, 2003
The article criticizes the BBC and Western media for referring to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf, urging military and political leaders to adhere…
African countries Gambia and Democratic Republic of Congo eligible for growth assistance - 2003-03-29
President Bush announced that Gambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo are now eligible for U.S. growth assistance, joining 36 other Sub-Saharan African countries. This…
Arrest of 65 Anti-War Protesters Outside the White House - 2003-03-27
On March 27, 2003, Washington police arrested 65 protesters against the war outside the White House, including two Nobel laureates and a prominent cleric. The…
International Red Cross Warns of Potential Humanitarian Crisis in Basra, Southern Iraq
The International Red Cross has issued a warning about a potential humanitarian crisis in Basra, Iraq, where residents lack basic necessities due to ongoing conflict.…
The White House Expects Iraq to Treat Prisoners of War Humanely - 2003-03-24
The White House has expressed its expectation that Iraq will treat American prisoners of war humanely following the airing of interrogation footage by Iraqi and…
Tariq Aziz: Saddam Hussein Still Has Full Control Over the Army and Country - 2003-03-24
Tariq Aziz asserted that Saddam Hussein maintains full control over Iraq's military and government despite American claims to the contrary. Saddam appeared on national television,…
Iraqi Television Broadcasts Footage of Saddam Hussein Twice Today - 2003-03-24
Iraqi television aired footage of Saddam Hussein twice, where he praised soldiers and met with officials. Skepticism arose from U.S. and British officials about the…
Bush: U.S. and British Forces Are Achieving Their Goals in Iraq Calmly but Confidently - 2003-03-23
President Bush announced that coalition forces have largely taken control of southern Iraq and are making progress towards Baghdad despite ongoing resistance from Iraqi forces.…
President Bush's Nowruz Greetings - 2003-03-21
President Bush issued a Nowruz message to Iranian Americans, celebrating the holiday and expressing hope for peace and justice amid global challenges. The message highlights…
The Attack on Iraq Has Begun - 2003-03-20
The U.S. military operation against Iraq commenced with airstrikes aimed at dismantling Saddam Hussein's leadership. President Bush emphasized the involvement of over 35 allied nations…
Israeli Civilians Advised to Prepare Gas Masks - 2003-03-20
Israeli civilians have been advised to prepare gas masks due to the anticipated war against Iraq. Mahmoud Abbas has accepted the role of Prime Minister…
White House: Bush Will Send a Message to the American People at the Start of Military Operations Against Iraq - 2003-03-20
The White House announced that President Bush will address the nation when military operations against Iraq commence, amidst rising tensions and preparations for potential casualties.…
The Aim of Today's Early Morning Missile Attacks Was to Separate the Iraqi Leadership from Its Body - 2003-03-20
Early morning missile attacks by the U.S. aimed to incapacitate the Iraqi leadership, specifically targeting Saddam Hussein. Following the strikes, a man claiming to be…
Approximately 300,000 American and British Military Personnel Prepare for a Massive and Extensive Attack on Iraq - 2003-03-19
Around 300,000 U.S. and British troops are gearing up for a large-scale attack on Iraq, with President Bush reviewing military plans. The situation escalates as…
No signs that Saddam Hussein will accept President Bush's ultimatum to step down from power - 2003-03-18
The Bush administration sees no indication that Saddam Hussein will accept the ultimatum to resign. French President Jacques Chirac criticized Bush's approach, suggesting it disregards…
Iraqi Leadership Officially Rejects President Bush's Ultimatum to Saddam Hussein - 2003-03-18
The Iraqi leadership has officially rejected President Bush's ultimatum for Saddam Hussein to leave Iraq within 48 hours. This decision was made during a meeting…
President Bush Will Give Saddam Hussein an Ultimatum to Leave Iraq to Avoid War - 2003-03-17
President Bush is set to issue an ultimatum to Saddam Hussein to leave Iraq to prevent war, citing the failure of the UN to enforce…
List of Individuals to be Tried Alongside Saddam - 2003-03-16
The Bush administration has identified 9 senior Iraqi officials, including Saddam Hussein and his sons, for potential war crimes trials following a military intervention. The…
Fleischer: Meeting with Families of Victims of Iraqi Chemical Bombing Shows Iraq Must Be Free of Saddam - 2003-03-15
President Bush met with survivors of the 1989 Iraqi chemical attacks, emphasizing the need for Iraq to be disarmed. The U.S. State Department highlighted the…
Faryar Shirzad Appointed as Special Assistant to the U.S. President and Senior Director for Economic Affairs
Faryar Shirzad, an Iranian-American, has been appointed as the Special Assistant to the U.S. President and Senior Director for Economic Affairs. His appointment was announced…
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…
The U.S. is Prepared to Postpone Voting on the Proposed Resolution Until Next Week - 2003-03-14
The U.S. is considering postponing a vote on a resolution concerning Iraq, amid diplomatic efforts and potential veto threats from France. This situation highlights ongoing…
U.S. Officials Say No Evidence to Confirm Iran's Report on Osama bin Laden's Arrest in Pakistan
U.S. officials have dismissed Iranian claims about Osama bin Laden's arrest in Pakistan as unfounded. Pakistani authorities also denied the report, emphasizing its lack of…
President Bush Apologizes to Hamid Karzai for the Behavior of Some American Senators - 2003-03-11
President Bush apologized to Afghan leader Hamid Karzai for the disrespectful treatment he received from some American senators during a recent visit. This incident highlights…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: The Potential Role of Religion in the Iraq Crisis - 2003-03-10
Pope John Paul II attempted to prevent war by sending a peace message to the White House, prompting discussions about the role of religion in…
On Saturday, thousands in European cities protested against President Bush's policy towards Iraq - 2003-03-09
On March 9, 2003, thousands protested across Europe and in Washington against President Bush's Iraq policy. Demonstrators called for peaceful resolutions to the crisis, while…
White House Refuses to Confirm Reports of Bin Laden's Survival - 2003-03-07
The White House has declined to confirm reports about Osama bin Laden being alive and hiding in Pakistan. American officials are hoping for information from…
Pope: Decisions Regarding War Must Be Approved by the United Nations
The Pope's special envoy urged President Bush to avoid military action against Iraq, expressing concerns about the potential for war and its consequences. The Pope…
President Bush Urges Pervez Musharraf to Help Reduce Tensions Between India and Pakistan - 2003-03-06
President Bush called Pakistani President Musharraf to encourage him to help reduce tensions with India over Kashmir. This call follows a series of communications aimed…
President Bush to Read Statement on Achievements in War Against Terrorism - 2003-03-06
President Bush is set to hold a press conference to discuss achievements in the war against terrorism while the U.S. seeks UN support for military…
Clashes in Jabalia Refugee Camp in Gaza Leave at Least 11 Dead
An Israeli military operation in the Jabalia refugee camp resulted in at least 11 Palestinian deaths and 100 injuries, occurring shortly after a suicide bombing…
American Officials: Thousands of Missiles and Bombs Will Rain Down on Iraq on the First Day of War - 2003-03-06
American officials announced that on the first day of a potential war with Iraq, a massive bombardment will occur, far exceeding the Gulf War. This…
President Bush Meets with Special Envoy of Pope John Paul II - 2003-03-05
President Bush met with Cardinal Pio Laghi, the special envoy of Pope John Paul II, to discuss the Iraq crisis. The Pope urged against military…
France, Russia, and Germany Will Not Accept New UN Security Council Resolution on Military Attack on Iraq - 2003-03-05
France, Russia, and Germany have united to oppose any new UN resolution that would allow military action against Iraq. This stance was confirmed by their…
Deployment of American Bombers in Guam - 2003-03-05
The U.S. is deploying 24 bombers to Guam as a warning to North Korea amidst tensions over its nuclear capabilities. This move is intended to…
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…
USA: The Overthrow of Saddam is Inevitable in Case of Military Attack - 2003-03-04
The Bush administration asserts that a military attack on Iraq will lead to the inevitable overthrow of Saddam Hussein. This statement comes amid ongoing tensions…
Turkey's Decision to Reject the Deployment of American Soldiers Complicates U.S. Military Planning
Turkey has rejected a U.S. plan to deploy soldiers for a potential war with Iraq, complicating American military strategies. This decision surprised U.S. officials, who…
U.S. and International Aid to Iraq After Saddam Hussein - 2003-03-01
President Bush expressed hope for Iraq's future post-Saddam while pledging financial aid for basic necessities. He emphasized that the decision about Iraq's future should be…