Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
April 2002
Possibility of Constructive Dialogue Between Washington and Tehran - 2002-04-26
Colin Powell indicated that constructive dialogue between the U.S. and Iran could occur if Iran condemns terrorism. He highlighted ongoing grievances against Iran, including its…
Discussion on Changes in the Fact-Finding Mission - 2002-04-26
Israeli officials met with UN representatives to discuss the fact-finding mission investigating alleged atrocities in Jenin. Palestinians accuse Israel of a massacre, which Israel denies.…
Arrest of 94 Workers at Airports in the Washington Area - 2002-04-24
Ninety-four workers were arrested at two Washington-area airports for allegedly fraudulently obtaining airport security badges. U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft emphasized the government's commitment to…
Israeli Forces Withdraw from Most Major Palestinian Cities - 2002-04-22
Israeli forces have withdrawn from most major Palestinian cities following the first phase of their invasion of the West Bank, as stated by Prime Minister…
Gradual Withdrawal of Israel from Palestinian Territories - 2002-04-21
Israeli forces are gradually withdrawing from major Palestinian cities in the West Bank, while continuing to besiege Yasser Arafat's headquarters and the Church of the…
Israel Rejects Arafat's Proposal - 2002-04-20
Israel has rejected Yasser Arafat's proposal to try suspects in a Palestinian court for the murder of Israeli Minister of Tourism Rehavam Ze'evi. Instead, Israel…
Discussions Between President Bush and the Prime Minister of Lebanon - April 18, 2002
President Bush and Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri discussed the Middle East situation, emphasizing the need for Israeli withdrawal from Palestinian territories. Hariri highlighted the…
Centuries of Hatred and Resentment in the Middle East - 2002-04-17
Colin Powell ended his Middle East trip without achieving a ceasefire between Palestinians and Israelis, emphasizing the need for both sides to take responsibility. President…
Colin Powell's Last Meeting with Ariel Sharon - 2002-04-16
Colin Powell met with Ariel Sharon for the last time during his Middle East mission. He plans to meet Yasser Arafat next, who is under…
Attack on American Soldiers in Afghanistan - 2002-04-14
U.S.-led forces in Afghanistan faced a significant attack from suspected Taliban and al-Qaeda remnants, resulting in enemy casualties but no losses for coalition troops. This…
President Bush Committed to Ending Violence Between Israel and Palestinians - 2002-04-12
President Bush reaffirmed his commitment to ending violence between Israel and Palestinians during a call with Bahrain's Emir, Sheikh Hamad. The conversation highlighted concerns over…
Visit of the Foreign Minister of Pakistan to Tajikistan - 2002-04-12
The Foreign Minister of Pakistan visited Tajikistan to discuss regional security and the U.S.-led military operations in Afghanistan. Both countries, previously on opposing sides regarding…
Reconsideration of Powell and Arafat Meeting - 2002-04-12
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is reconsidering a meeting with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat following a suicide bombing in Jerusalem. President Bush expects Arafat…
It is Not Yet Time for Military Operations Against Iraq - 2002-04-11
UK Prime Minister Tony Blair announced that while the world may seem safer without Saddam Hussein, military action against Iraq is not imminent. He emphasized…
Announcement of Lloyd's Insurance Loss - 2002-04-10
Lloyd's of London reported significant losses of approximately $4.5 billion due to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The company has raised premiums to recover these losses…
Possible Meeting Between Colin Powell and Arafat - April 9, 2002
Colin Powell plans to meet with Yasser Arafat to address the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian violence in the West Bank. This meeting is part of Powell's broader…
Calendar Day, April 4: Flag Act - 2002-04-08
The article discusses the historical context of the Flag Act approved in 1818, which established the addition of stars to the flag for each new…
The World and Iraq Will Be Better Off Without Saddam Hussein's Regime - 2002-04-07
President Bush and Prime Minister Blair assert that the removal of Saddam Hussein would benefit both Iraq and the world. They emphasize the threat posed…
Documents Against Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-05
Israel has obtained documents allegedly signed by Yasser Arafat that authorize payments to militants labeled as terrorists. The authenticity of these documents is disputed by…
Controversial Issue of Iran's Nuclear Power Plant - 2002-04-05
Iran's Foreign Minister Kamāl Kharāzi is meeting with President Putin to discuss the construction of a second nuclear reactor in Iran, amidst U.S. concerns about…
Saddam Hussein's Reward for Suicide Bombers - 2002-04-04
Donald Rumsfeld announced that Saddam Hussein is increasing financial rewards to Palestinian families of suicide bombers from $10,000 to $25,000. This move is seen as…
Efforts to Resume Political Talks Between Israel and Palestinians - 2002-04-04
The White House is working to restart political talks between Israel and the Palestinians ahead of a ceasefire agreement. President Bush and Secretary of State…
Malaysian Prime Minister Condemns Terrorism - 2002-04-02
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad condemned terrorism at an Islamic conference, emphasizing the need for a clear definition of terrorism and criticizing Western perspectives. He…
UN Secretary-General: Much Worse Days May Be Ahead
UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan warned of potentially worse days ahead in the Israel-Palestine conflict unless the underlying issues are addressed. His comments came during a…