February 2002
Kofi Annan Calls for Expansion of International Peacekeeping Mission in Afghanistan - 2002-02-28
Kofi Annan urged the expansion of the UN peacekeeping mission in Afghanistan, warning that the withdrawal of troops could lead to chaos. The UN will…
Under the Microscope - February 28, 2002
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discussed various political issues in Iran, including authoritarian attempts to declare a state of emergency, Rafsanjani's call for improved relations with…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Recent Changes in Afghanistan - 2002-02-28
Nazi Baghlari highlights the publication of a new book focusing on women's issues in Afghanistan, reflecting ongoing changes in the country post-Taliban rule. This is…
Britain Sends David Reddaway as Special Representative to Afghanistan - 2002-02-28
Britain appointed David Reddaway as its special representative to Afghanistan after Iran rejected him as ambassador. This decision comes amid allegations from Iranian hardliners regarding…
Arrest of Suspect Involved in the Assassination of Ahmad Shah Massoud
A suspect linked to the assassination of Ahmad Shah Massoud has been arrested in the Netherlands. The suspect, Amour bin Mohammad Saliti, is believed to…
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar Leaves Iran - 2002-02-28
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar has left Iran under pressure from Iranian authorities due to his opposition to the Afghan interim government. His departure is significant as it…
India Will Stand Shoulder to Shoulder with Afghanistan
India has pledged to support Afghanistan in its reconstruction and humanitarian efforts following the Taliban's fall. This commitment was made during Hamid Karzai's visit to…
Under the Microscope: February 25, 2002 - 2002-02-27
The article examines the diplomatic and political relations between Iran and Afghanistan as of February 2002, highlighting the significance of these ties in the context…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: The First Peaceful Nowruz in Afghanistan - 2002-02-27
Nazi Baghlari discusses the significance of celebrating Nowruz in Afghanistan for the first time in two decades without the backdrop of conflict. This event marks…
Leader of the Islamic Republic Calls for Non-Interference of Foreign Countries in Afghan Affairs
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei urged foreign countries, particularly the U.S., to refrain from interfering in Afghanistan's internal matters during a meeting with interim Afghan leader Hamid…
Clues Regarding a Russian Arms Dealer and the Taliban - 2002-02-26
U.S. and European investigators have uncovered links between Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout and the Taliban, as well as al-Qaeda. Documents found in Afghanistan reference…
Training of Afghanistan's Future National Army - 2002-02-26
The British-led peacekeeping force has commenced training the first unit of Afghanistan's future national army in Kabul. This initiative aims to create a 600-member force…
Kamahl Kharrazi, Iran's Foreign Minister, Arrives in Berlin
Kamahl Kharrazi, Iran's Foreign Minister, has arrived in Berlin for discussions focused on Afghanistan and the Middle East. He is set to meet with key…
Afghanistan Removed from List of Drug-Producing Countries - 2002-02-26
President Bush has removed Afghanistan from the list of drug-producing countries to facilitate aid for its reconstruction post-Taliban. This decision reflects U.S. interests in stabilizing…
President Bush Praised the Efforts of Voice of America - 2002-02-26
President Bush praised Voice of America's efforts during its sixtieth anniversary, highlighting its role in promoting truth globally and aiding Afghanistan's reconstruction post-9/11. This recognition…
General Myers: The Afghan Government Must Be Allowed to Gain Governance Capability - 2002-02-25
General Myers emphasized the necessity for the Afghan government to build its governance capabilities, reflecting on the influence of neighboring countries in Afghanistan's stability. This…
Hamid Karzai's Speech in the Iranian Parliament - 2002-02-25
Hamid Karzai addressed the Iranian Parliament, emphasizing the need for cooperation between Iran and Afghanistan for regional peace. He praised Iran's historical support and called…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Afghanistan and Its Neighbors - 2002-02-25
Nazi Baghlari discusses the diplomatic and political relationships between Afghanistan and its neighboring countries, highlighting the complexities and challenges faced in the region. The report…
German Soldiers in Afghanistan - 2002-02-25
German special forces are deployed in Afghanistan to search for Al-Qaeda fighters, marking the first large-scale military operation abroad since WWII. Approximately 3,900 German soldiers…
Hamid Karzai's Visit to Tehran - 2002-02-24
Hamid Karzai is on a three-day visit to Tehran, meeting with Iranian officials including President Mohammad Khatami. The visit comes amid U.S. concerns over Iran's…
Special Forces Searching for Bin Laden in Kashmir - 2002-02-23
U.S. and British special forces are reportedly searching for Osama bin Laden in the Himalayas of Indian Kashmir, following intelligence that he is hiding there.…
A British patrol unit in Afghanistan came under attack - 2002-02-22
A British patrol unit in Afghanistan was attacked while conducting a nighttime patrol in western Kabul. The soldiers engaged in a firefight with the attackers…
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister: The Murder of an Afghan Minister Was Not Planned
Abdullah Abdullah, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, claims the recent murder of an Afghan minister was not premeditated, contradicting Hamid Karzai's assertion of personal motives. The incident…
Afghans Angered by the Killing of an Afghan by British Peacekeeping Forces - February 22, 2002
British peacekeeping forces shot at a vehicle carrying a pregnant Afghan woman, resulting in the death of her brother-in-law. The incident has caused significant anger…
CIA Warning - February 22, 2002
The CIA has warned that Afghanistan may face renewed violence if the power struggles among warlords are not addressed. Hamid Karzai is advocating for increased…
Second Attack on British Troop Patrol in Afghanistan - 2002-02-22
A second attack on British troops in Afghanistan occurred, with no reported casualties. This incident follows a previous shooting that resulted in one death, highlighting…
Turkish Police Arrest Three Arab Men on Suspicion of Plotting Attack on Israel
Turkish police have arrested three Arab men, identified as two Palestinians and one Jordanian, for allegedly plotting an attack on Israel. They reportedly received training…
Kamal Kharrazi's Trip to Russia Postponed
Kamal Kharrazi's visit to Russia has been postponed due to scheduling issues, with no new date provided. The meeting was intended to cover important topics…
Turkey and Al-Qaeda - 2002-02-19
Turkish police arrested three Arab men suspected of planning an attack on Israel. The suspects, identified as two Palestinians and one Jordanian, allegedly received training…
Iranian Government Rejects US Accusations - 2002-02-19
The Iranian government, represented by Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi, has rejected US accusations of harboring Al-Qaeda members among recently detained individuals at its borders. Kharrazi…
Iran-Afghanistan Relations - February 19, 2002
Iran's Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi announced that none of the 100 individuals arrested at the border with Afghanistan and Pakistan are linked to Al-Qaeda, and…
Following the Killing of an Afghan, Two British Soldiers Returned to Their Country
Two British soldiers were returned to the UK following the killing of an Afghan civilian during a shooting incident. The incident has sparked outrage among…
Gathering of Over Two Million People for Hajj Ceremony in Saudi Arabia - February 18, 2002
Around 2 million Muslims gathered in Mecca for the annual Hajj, with Saudi authorities warning against political activities. This is the first Hajj since the…
Arrest of Suspects in the Murder of Abdul Rahman in Kabul - February 18, 2002
Hamid Karzai has vowed to find and punish those responsible for the murder of Abdul Rahman, Afghanistan's Minister of Aviation and Tourism, who was killed…
Opening of the Afghan Embassy in the United Arab Emirates - 2002-02-13
Hamid Karzai has reopened the Afghan embassy in the UAE, signifying improved diplomatic relations. The UAE was one of the few countries that recognized the…
American Aircraft Based in Turkey Attack Iraqi Air Defense Centers - 2002-02-13
American aircraft launched an attack on Iraqi air defense systems after being fired upon while patrolling a no-fly zone. Turkish Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit expressed…
Karzai: Security is the Main Concern in Afghanistan Right Now
Hamid Karzai, the interim leader of Afghanistan, is meeting with President Bush to discuss Afghanistan's reconstruction and security concerns amid ongoing conflicts with the Taliban…