Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
June 2002
Announcement of Candidates for the Adidas Golden Ball - 2002-06-27
FIFA and Adidas have announced 10 nominees for the Golden Ball award for the 2002 World Cup, which will honor the tournament's most valuable player.…
Revocation of Special Privilege for an Arab Member of the Israeli Parliament - 2002-06-26
The Israeli Parliament has revoked the special access privilege of Arab MP Ahmad Tibi to military zones. This decision, proposed by Likud member Michael Eitan,…
Attack on American Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-06-25
American forces in eastern Afghanistan faced rocket and mortar attacks for two days, but no injuries were reported. The attacks' origins remain unclear, with speculation…
A Look at the Semi-Final Matches - 2002-06-23
The semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup feature South Korea vs. Germany and Brazil vs. Turkey. South Korea is the first Asian team to…
FBI Monitors Independence Day Celebrations in the U.S.
The FBI is conducting a nationwide operation to monitor July 4 celebrations in the U.S. to prevent potential terrorist attacks. This comes after intelligence indicated…
Michael Owen's Participation in the Match Against Brazil - 2002-06-20
Michael Owen is confirmed to play in the crucial World Cup quarter-final match against Brazil after recovering from a groin injury. Coach Goran Eriksson expressed…
Pakistan's Success in Stopping Terrorists from Crossing into Indian Kashmir
Indian Defense Minister George Fernandes has acknowledged Pakistan's success in reducing the number of militants crossing into Indian Kashmir. This development is significant as it…
Iraq Fired at Allied Aircraft - 2002-06-20
Iraq fired at American and British aircraft during an airstrike in northern Iraq, injuring one person. The allied forces retaliated by bombing an Iraqi anti-aircraft…
Increase in Global Poverty - 2002-06-19
A UN report warns that without financial aid from wealthy nations, poverty in the least developed countries will rise significantly, potentially adding 113 million people…
FIFA's High Scores for World Cup Organizers
FIFA President Sepp Blatter praised the organization of the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea, highlighting the excellent quality of football and the…
Hamid Karzai stated that he will govern Afghanistan democratically - 2002-06-15
Hamid Karzai has been elected as the head of Afghanistan's interim government, promising to govern democratically and prioritize support for the U.S.-led war on terrorism.…
Zacaria Moussaoui Denies Any Connection to September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-06-14
Zacaria Moussaoui, charged in relation to the September 11 attacks, denied any involvement during a court hearing. He claimed his attorney was conspiring with the…
Signs Indicating Al-Qaeda Terrorist Activity in Kashmir
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld met with Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf to discuss Kashmir and terrorism. While the U.S. lacks direct evidence of Al-Qaeda…
The Al-Qaeda Terrorist Network Remains a Major Threat
U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft emphasized that Al-Qaeda, despite being fragmented, still poses a significant international threat. He highlighted the need for international cooperation in…
Portugal's Crushing Victory Over Poland - 2002-06-10
Portugal achieved a decisive 4-0 victory over Poland in their World Cup match, recovering from a previous loss to the USA. Pauleta was the standout…
Released Hostage Returns to Her Children After Being Held by Islamic Terrorists in the Philippines
Gracia Burnham, an American missionary kidnapped by Muslim rebels in the Philippines, has returned home after a rescue operation that led to her husband's death.…
Possibility of Increasing Trade Exchanges Between Turkey and Iraq - 2002-06-06
The U.S. Ambassador to the UN announced that changes in sanctions against Iraq will allow Turkey to boost trade with Iraq. This comes after Turkey…
U.S. Defense Secretary: U.S. Presence Has a Calming Effect in the Philippines
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld highlighted the calming effect of U.S. military presence in the Philippines while considering proposals for anti-terrorism patrols. The presence may…
Hosni Mubarak Claims He Warned the U.S. Before September 11
Hosni Mubarak claims that Egyptian intelligence warned the U.S. about a potential terrorist attack a week before September 11. The White House denies having any…
Al-Qaeda Affiliated Groups Pose a Threat to Afghanistan's Fragile Stability - 2002-06-04
U.S. special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad warns that Al-Qaeda affiliated groups remain a threat to Afghanistan's stability. He expresses concern over the upcoming Loya Jirga, which…
CIA Identified Two Hijackers Months Before 9/11
The CIA identified two hijackers involved in the 9/11 attacks months before the incident but failed to share this information with the FBI. This oversight…
Best Players of the Second Day - 2002-06-01
On the second day of the World Cup, Miroslav Klose, Jon Dahl Tomasson, and Matt Holland were named the best players of their respective matches.…