Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
October 2002
Security for Afghanistan - 2002-10-31
The UN envoy to Afghanistan highlights ongoing security and human rights challenges in the country while calling for international support. Despite these issues, he notes…
Baghdad Claims Readiness to Confront the U.S.
Baghdad asserts its readiness to defend against a potential U.S. invasion as Iraqi newspapers call on the UN Security Council to resist U.S. pressure. U.S.…
Brazil's President-Elect Says He Will Protect the Country's Fiscal and Budgetary Stability
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Brazil's leftist president-elect, assures financial stability and debt repayment, calming investor fears. His victory is seen as a shift towards…
Khalilzad Hopes the U.S. Will Not Find Military Force Necessary in Iraq - 2002-10-29
Zalmay Khalilzad, the U.S. envoy to Afghanistan, expressed hope that the U.S. will avoid military action in Iraq, warning that such a conflict could escalate…
Organization Suspected of Bali Bombing Added to Sanctions List
The UN has sanctioned the Islamic Community group due to its suspected connections with Al-Qaeda and its alleged involvement in the deadly Bali bombing. This…
Knowledge and Society: The Role of Pipe Tape in Wart Treatment - 2002-10-25
Physicians have discovered a new application for pipe tape in treating warts. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America covers this development in his program. This…
Continued Hostage Crisis in Moscow - 2002-10-24
The hostage crisis in Moscow continues as two women escape and one is killed. Armed Chechen separatists have taken approximately 40 hostages, demanding an end…
Arrests Made in Connection with Serial Shootings - 2002-10-24
Two men, including John Allen Muhammad, have been arrested in connection with sniper shootings in the Washington area that have killed 10 people since October…
Moscow Television Shows Body Removed from Building - 2002-10-23
Armed men took hostages in a Moscow theater during a performance, demanding an end to the war in Chechnya. Russian President Putin canceled his trip…
Despite Friendship with Terrorist Leader - 2002-10-22
Munir al-Mutassad, a Moroccan citizen on trial in Germany, denies involvement in the September 11 attacks, claiming his friendship with hijacker Mohamed Atta did not…
Police Send Cryptic Message via Media in Washington Area Shooting Investigation - 2002-10-22
Police in the Washington area are investigating recent shootings and have sent a cryptic message through the media to reach out to the shooter or…
Conference of French-speaking Countries Entitled 'Dialogue of Civilizations' - 2002-10-18
The conference of French-speaking countries, led by Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, was held in Lebanon to discuss the theme of 'Dialogue of Civilizations.' Bouteflika emphasized…
A Coalition Forces Base in Afghanistan Attacked by Rockets - 2002-10-16
A coalition forces base in Afghanistan was attacked by six rockets, but there were no casualties. U.S. military spokesperson Colonel Roger King reported that three…
Yemen: Explosion of French Oil Tanker Was a Terrorist Act - 2002-10-16
The Yemeni government has officially labeled the recent explosion of a French oil tanker as a terrorist act, attributing it to a boat filled with…
Security Measures in Southeast Asia - 2002-10-15
Following a deadly attack in Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asian governments are ramping up security in tourist areas. Leaders from Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Cambodia are…
President Bush: The Pattern of Terrorist Attacks in Bali, Kuwait, and Yemen Indicates Al-Qaeda's Involvement
President Bush links recent terrorist attacks in Bali, Kuwait, and Yemen to Al-Qaeda, warning that the U.S. is also at risk of new attacks. He…
Nobel Prize in Literature - 2002-10-12
Imre Kertész received the 2002 Nobel Prize in Literature for his works reflecting on the horrors of World War II. He hopes the award will…
Sharon: Despite Regret Over Civilian Deaths, More Attacks Will Occur - 2002-10-09
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon expressed regret over civilian casualties in recent attacks but vowed to continue military operations in Palestinian territories. President Bush voiced…
Americans Traveling to Saudi Arabia May Face Stricter Measures
The U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia warns that Americans may soon face stricter entry requirements in response to U.S. measures against young Saudi men. This…
North Korea Describes U.S. Envoy's Behavior as 'Imperious' - 2002-10-07
North Korea has criticized U.S. envoy James Kelly for his 'imperious' behavior during his recent visit, asserting that the U.S. maintains a hostile stance and…
US Envoy Outlines Tough Conditions for Improving Relations with North Korea
James Kelly, the first senior US envoy to North Korea in two years, outlined tough conditions for improving US-North Korea relations during talks in Seoul.…
Severe Clashes in Northern Afghanistan - 2002-10-03
Severe clashes have erupted in northern Afghanistan between rival commanders Abdul Rashid Dostum and Atta Muhammad, resulting in injuries and a violation of a recent…
Insurance Against Terrorism for Americans - 2002-10-02
President Bush is urging Congress to approve a terrorism insurance bill to help revive the economy and reduce unemployment, which currently affects 300,000 Americans. The…
President Bush Has Not Yet Made a Decision on War - 2002-10-02
White House spokesman Ari Fleischer indicated that President Bush has not yet decided on military action against Iraq, but welcomes any form of regime change,…