August 2002
Protests in Johannesburg - 2002-08-31
Thousands protested in Johannesburg during the Earth Summit, demanding action against poverty and environmental degradation. The protests included various groups, such as local residents and…
Hashim Aghajari's Trial Behind Closed Doors
Hashim Aghajari is on trial in Hamadan for allegedly insulting religious sanctities after calling for religious reforms in a speech. His remarks have sparked protests…
Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Withdraws Candidacy for October Elections in Pakistan - 2002-08-31
Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has withdrawn his candidacy for the October elections in Pakistan, citing protests against unethical and unconstitutional actions. He supports Benazir Bhutto's candidacy…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Discovery of Mass Graves in Dasht-e-Leili, Afghanistan - 2002-08-31
Mass graves have been discovered in Dasht-e-Leili, Afghanistan, highlighting human rights abuses during the conflict. This report is significant as it calls for accountability for…
Rocket Attack on Jalalabad Airport - 2002-08-28
Early this morning, Jalalabad Airport was hit by at least three rockets, causing minimal damage and no reported casualties. Afghan forces are currently investigating the…
A Senior American Diplomat May Head to North Korea
The Bush administration is considering sending a senior diplomat to North Korea to improve relations, following indications from Pyongyang that they would welcome such a…
Washington is Confident that the Overthrow of Saddam Hussein Will Have International Support - 2002-08-28
Washington is confident that it will receive international support if it decides to overthrow Saddam Hussein. Richard Armitage emphasized that the Bush administration has yet…
China Calls for Lifting Ban on Launching American Satellites by Chinese Rockets
China has requested the U.S. to lift its ban on the launch of American satellites by Chinese rockets following the announcement of new missile export…
The U.S. Seeks Japan's Support for Possible Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-08-27
The U.S. is seeking Japan's backing for potential military action against Iraq, as expressed by Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage during his visit to…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Seyyed Noorollah - 2002-08-26
Nazi Baghlari interviews Seyyed Noorollah, the first deputy of General Dostum, about the formation of collective groups in Dasht-e Leili. This discussion is significant as…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: On the Telephone and Communication System in Afghanistan - 2002-08-26
The telephone communication system in Afghanistan has faced significant issues, leading to disruptions in phone calls. Nazi Baghlari from Voice of America highlights these ongoing…
China Becomes Stricter in Missile Technology Exports - 2002-08-26
China has announced stricter regulations on missile technology exports, prompting discussions between U.S. officials and Chinese leaders. Richard Armitage is in Beijing to discuss bilateral…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Alexander Sdarov, Prominent Russian Filmmaker - 2002-08-25
At the Cannes Film Festival, Russian filmmaker Alexander Sdarov presented his film 'Russian Arch,' notable for its unique filming technique and artistic expression of history.…
Deployment of Army Health Experts to North Carolina - 2002-08-25
The U.S. Army has sent health experts to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, to investigate recent murders involving soldiers and their spouses. This situation raises concerns…
Efforts to Control Flooding in China Continue - 2002-08-25
Efforts to manage flooding in central China are ongoing as officials work to prevent the collapse of the Dongting Lake dam. Although water levels are…
Muslim Extremists Attack a Village in Kashmir - 2002-08-24
Muslim extremists attacked a village in Indian-administered Kashmir, killing at least 12 people. The attack occurred shortly before a significant diplomatic meeting between U.S. and…
600,000 Residents of Hunan Province Evacuated
The Chinese government has evacuated 600,000 residents from Hunan Province due to rising water levels at Dongting Lake, leading to 16 confirmed deaths and significant…
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Arrives in New Delhi
Richard Armitage, the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, has arrived in New Delhi to address rising tensions between India and Pakistan regarding Kashmir. He will…
Armitage's Visit to India - 2002-08-23
Richard Armitage, the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, is in India discussing Kashmir with Indian leaders, who are accusing Pakistan of failing to stop Islamic…
India Rejects Pakistan's Claim of Attack on Military Positions
India has dismissed Pakistan's allegations of an unprovoked airstrike in Kashmir, describing the incident as a routine exchange of fire. This comes as U.S. Deputy…
Risk of Major Flood in China - 2002-08-22
In Hunan province, nearly one million people are mobilized to prevent a major flood from Dongting Lake, which is currently above warning levels. Vice Premier…
Boundaries of Knowledge: Is it an Insect or a Flying Saucer? - 2002-08-22
Villagers in Uttar Pradesh, India, report being attacked by a luminous object, leading to fatalities. Mansour Farasioon discusses this incident and a related phenomenon in…
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State's Visit to Sri Lanka - 2002-08-22
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage visited Sri Lanka to promote peace talks between the government and Tamil rebels. He expressed support for the…
Warning from the Food and Agriculture Organization - 2002-08-21
The FAO warns that the global goal to reduce hunger by half by 2015 may not be met, with projections indicating that the number of…
Widespread Opium Production in Afghanistan - 2002-08-21
The United Nations reports that the Afghan transitional government has failed to stop opium production despite a ban. Opium cultivation has surged back to levels…
Iraq's Intelligence Chief Confirms Death of Abu Nidal - 2002-08-21
Iraq's intelligence chief confirmed that Palestinian terrorist Abu Nidal committed suicide during an attempted arrest. This incident highlights Iraq's secretive relationship with high-profile terrorists. The…
White House Dismisses Rumor of War Council Formation Regarding Iraq
The White House has dismissed rumors of a war council regarding Iraq, stating that discussions among President Bush and his advisors are focused on broader…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Discovery of Mass Graves - 2002-08-20
New mass graves have been found near Shabqan prison in Afghanistan, highlighting the brutalities of prolonged conflicts in the region. This report is being revealed…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Public Education for the People of Afghanistan - 2002-08-19
The article discusses the importance of public education in Afghanistan alongside efforts to combat terrorism. Nazi Baghlari highlights the need for educational initiatives in the…
Anniversary of Afghanistan's Independence - 2002-08-19
On the anniversary of Afghanistan's independence, millions celebrated while President Karzai honored those who died for liberation. The event highlighted the ongoing efforts for national…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: The Passing of Larry Rivers - 2002-08-19
Larry Rivers, a prominent Russian pop artist and filmmaker, has passed away at his home. His death marks the loss of a significant figure in…
New York Times: The U.S. Provided Intelligence to Iraq During the Iran-Iraq War in the 1980s - 2002-08-18
The New York Times revealed that the U.S. provided intelligence to Iraq during the Iran-Iraq War, despite awareness of Iraq's chemical weapons program. Key figures…
Interview of Nazi Baghlari with Rakhshan Bani-Etemad - 2002-08-18
Nazi Baghlari interviews Rakhshan Bani-Etemad, highlighting her significance as a prominent Iranian filmmaker. The conversation sheds light on the challenges and themes in her work,…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Return of Afghan Refugees - 2002-08-17
The Office of Refugee Affairs in Kabul is facilitating the voluntary return of Afghan refugees to Afghanistan rather than resettling them elsewhere. This initiative is…
Fire at Kuwait International Airport - 2002-08-17
A fire broke out at Kuwait International Airport, leading to its closure for aircraft. The fire was quickly contained with no reported injuries. The cause…
Afghanistan Needs Food Aid - 2002-08-17
The UN reports that millions of Afghans lack food access, with six million needing urgent aid in 2003 due to financial constraints and loss of…
River Flooding in Europe Adds to Flood Damage - 2002-08-16
Central European rivers have flooded, causing extensive damage and displacing tens of thousands, particularly in Dresden, Germany. The flooding has resulted in around 90 fatalities…
Unity of Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif - 2002-08-16
Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif have united their opposition parties in Pakistan to challenge President Musharraf's supporters in the upcoming elections. Bhutto is also contesting…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Drug Trafficking in Afghanistan - 2002-08-16
Nazi Baghlari reports on the ongoing and historical issues of drug trafficking in Afghanistan, highlighting its significance in a conversation for Voice of America. The…
Flood in Hunan Province, China - 2002-08-16
Severe flooding in Hunan Province, China, has impacted over 38 million people and caused significant financial losses. A recent landslide has resulted in at least…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: The Alphabet of Afghan Film - 2002-08-15
Nazi Baghlari reports on 'The Alphabet of Afghan,' a fictional film by Mohsen Makhmalbaf that addresses a real issue. The film's significance lies in its…
Iran Rejects Claims of Pressure on Afghan Refugees - 2002-08-15
Iran has denied UN allegations that Afghan refugees are being pressured to return to Afghanistan, asserting that those who have returned did so voluntarily. This…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: The Economy of Afghanistan - 2002-08-15
The article discusses the dire state of Afghanistan's economy after over two decades of conflict, highlighting its reliance on imports. Nazi Baghlari interviews Mohammad Hassan…
Floods Continue to Threaten Central Europe - 2002-08-15
Central Europe is facing severe flooding, leading to mass evacuations, particularly in Dresden and Bratislava. Military efforts are underway to assist in evacuations and protect…
North Korea's Discontent Over Delays in Power Plant Construction - 2002-08-14
North Korea is expressing frustration over delays in the construction of nuclear power plants, which were part of a 1994 agreement with the U.S. to…
Interview with Taghi Rahmani - 2002-08-14
Taghi Rahmani, a national-religious activist, has been released from prison after serving thirteen months for alleged conspiracy against the regime. This interview sheds light on…
Report by Nazi Bagheri: Mr. Khatami's Trip to Afghanistan - 2002-08-14
Mr. Khatami, the President of Iran, recently visited Afghanistan, and Nazi Bagheri from Voice of America conducted an interview regarding this trip. The visit is…
An Eye for an Eye: A Man's Eyes Were Gouged Out in Tehran
Seyyed Taghi Tabatabai was sentenced to have his eyes gouged out by an Islamic court in Tehran as a form of punishment. The execution was…
Second Day of North Korea-South Korea Talks - 2002-08-13
North Korea and South Korea have made progress in high-level talks in Seoul, focusing on key disagreements. The discussions aim to finalize agreements from a…
Rocket Fire Towards a U.S. Base in Afghanistan - 2002-08-13
Three rockets were fired at a U.S. military base in Khost, Afghanistan, with no reported casualties. U.S. aircraft responded by flying over the area but…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Ansar al-Islam, an Iraqi Fundamentalist Group - 2002-08-11
A Swiss German-language publication has reported on Ansar al-Islam, an Iraqi fundamentalist insurgent group. This highlights the ongoing insurgency in Iraq and the rise of…
Saudi Foreign Minister: All Our Information on Al-Qaeda Transferred to the U.S.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Saud al-Faisal announced that all information on Al-Qaeda has been shared with the U.S., emphasizing cooperation despite recent criticisms from the…
Severe Floods in China and Europe - 2002-08-10
Severe flooding in Hunan Province, China, has killed at least 70 people, while Europe has seen at least 30 fatalities, predominantly in Russia. The unprecedented…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Tahereh Alidoosti - 2002-08-10
Nazi Baghlari interviews actress Tahereh Alidoosti, known for her role in 'I Am a Fifteen-Year-Old'. The interview sheds light on her career and perspectives, highlighting…
Charlton Heston Bids Farewell to the American People - 2002-08-10
Charlton Heston, a prominent conservative figure and actor, announced he has Alzheimer's disease and wishes to say goodbye to his fans. This news highlights Heston's…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Power Struggle in Afghanistan - 2002-08-09
Nazi Baghlari interviews Zalmay Rasool Yousufzai regarding internal conflicts in the Afghan cabinet. The discussion highlights the ongoing power struggles that could impact governance in…
Decrease in the Number of Afghan Refugees Willing to Return
The UN Refugee Agency reports a significant decline in Afghan refugees returning home, with only 300,000 returning in July, a 25% drop from May. This…
Endangerment of Iraqi and Afghan Refugees - 2002-08-08
Turkish security forces rescued nearly 100 illegal migrants, including 13 Iraqi and Afghan children, who were found dehydrated on a boat in the Aegean Sea.…
Possible Action by the Islamic Revolutionary Court Against IRNA - 2002-08-08
The Islamic Revolutionary Court may take legal action against IRNA for publishing a statement from the dissolved Freedom Movement of Iran, which challenged a court…
Democracy Movement in Burma to Begin Dialogue with Government - 2002-08-07
The democracy movement in Burma is set to begin important talks with the military government, as both sides express eagerness for dialogue. Aung San Suu…
Attack on American Soldiers in Eastern Afghanistan - 2002-08-07
On August 7, 2002, American soldiers in eastern Afghanistan were attacked by five Afghan men, resulting in the deaths of four attackers. This incident marks…
Widespread Arrests of Illegal Migrants in Turkey - 2002-08-07
Turkish security forces have conducted widespread arrests of illegal migrants, detaining hundreds suspected of entering the country unlawfully. This includes 453 arrests in Van province…
Bush Administration Assures That Saudi Arabia is a Friend of America - 2002-08-07
The Bush administration reaffirmed its support for Saudi Arabia amidst reports from Pentagon advisors labeling the kingdom as an enemy. Key figures like Colin Powell…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Hossein Haghighi - 2002-08-06
During a demonstration marking the anniversary of the Constitutional Revolution, Mohammad Qods Razavi interviewed Iranian lawyer Dr. Hossein Haghighi. This event highlights ongoing discussions about…
Stricter Measures Against Riyadh by the U.S.
A report to the U.S. Department of Defense labels Saudi Arabia as an enemy and recommends stricter measures against it. The report highlights Saudi involvement…
Japanese Foreign Minister's Visit to Burma - 2002-08-06
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoriko Kawaguchi visited Burma for the first time in 19 years to meet with military leader General Than Shwe and opposition leader…
Science and Society: The Drug Zayram - 2002-08-06
The U.S. government has imposed strict restrictions on the sale of the drug Zayram due to its misuse by criminals for sexual assaults. Mansour Farasioon…
The Locarno Festival Has Concluded - 2002-08-05
The Locarno Film Festival has come to an end, with coverage provided by special correspondent Nazi Baghlari. This event is significant as it showcases international…
Knowledge and Society: The Chic Work of Espionage!
The article discusses the concept of espionage as presented by the Museum of Espionage, highlighting its appeal to the public. It emphasizes the interactive experience…
New Casualties in Kashmir Clashes - 2002-08-04
Recent clashes in Kashmir resulted in at least 9 fatalities, including Indian soldiers and border security personnel. The conflict involves Indian and Pakistani forces, highlighting…
Possibility of Russian Attack on Chechen Rebel Bases in Georgia - 2002-08-03
The UN Refugee Agency has halted aid operations in Georgia's Pankisi Gorge due to fears of a Russian attack on Chechen rebels. Russia claims the…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Homayoun Payiz - 2002-08-03
Nazi Baghlari interviews Afghan actor Homayoun Payiz, highlighting his experiences and perspectives. This interview is significant as it provides insight into the cultural narratives of…
Clashes on Friday Night in Kashmir - 2002-08-03
Last night's clashes in Kashmir resulted in at least 9 deaths, including 4 Indian soldiers and 2 border security personnel. The conflict involves Indian and…
Science and Society: Launch of a New Spacecraft Towards the Moon - 2002-08-03
A European spacecraft is set to launch in eight months to further investigate the Moon's formation. This mission is significant for understanding lunar science. The…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Internal Conflicts within the Afghan Government - 2002-08-02
Hamid Karzai is encountering major challenges within the Afghan government, as reported by Nazi Baghlari. This situation is crucial as it highlights the internal conflicts…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, August 2 - 2002
The article discusses new accusations against Iranian intellectual Aghajari, the Islamic Republic's narrative of a potential U.S. military attack, and Russia's military maneuvers in the…
Efforts to Eliminate Remaining Terrorists Accelerate - 2002-08-02
The U.S. Secretary of Defense has ordered special forces to ramp up efforts against remaining al-Qaeda terrorists, with new covert operations planned. Despite international financial…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Women's Driving in Kabul and the Impact of War on People - 2002-08-01
Nazi Baghlari reports on women's driving in Kabul and the effects of war on the population. The report highlights the challenges faced by women in…