August 2002
Taha Yasin Ramadan's Warning to America - 2002-08-31
Taha Yasin Ramadan warns the U.S. against regime change in Iraq, emphasizing that it will be more challenging than in Afghanistan. This comes amid U.S.…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Germany's Position on the U.S. and Iraq - 2002-08-28
Germany opposed U.S. military intervention in Iraq in 2002, advocating for diplomatic solutions instead. This stance highlights tensions in transatlantic relations and reflects broader international…
Hans Blix: The Iraqi Government Must Allow Inspectors to Enter Its Territory and Conduct Inspections - 2002-08-26
Hans Blix urges the Iraqi government to permit UN weapons inspectors access to the country, emphasizing the need for inspections at approximately 700 sites. This…
U.S. Defense Secretary Warns Russia
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld issued a warning to Russia regarding its trade plans with Iraq, suggesting it could deter foreign investment in Russia. This…
Iraq Provides No Information Regarding American Pilot
The U.S. has accused Iraq of failing to cooperate regarding the fate of an American pilot missing since the Gulf War. John Negroponte highlighted Iraq's…
Abu Nidal Responsible for the Deaths of at Least 900 People in 20 Different Countries
Abu Nidal, a notorious Palestinian terrorist responsible for at least 900 deaths globally, was reported dead under suspicious circumstances, with conflicting accounts about his status.…
Due to the Prospect of a Possible U.S. Attack on Iraq - 2002-08-21
American oil companies have drastically cut oil imports from Iraq, influenced by both Iraqi demands for bribes and looming U.S. military action. This reduction has…
Iraq Accepts Australian Wheat Shipment - 2002-08-18
Iraq has accepted a previously rejected shipment of Australian wheat amid tensions over Australia's support for a potential U.S. attack. This decision is linked to…
Iraq and Russia on the Verge of Signing a $40 Billion Economic Cooperation Agreement
Iraq and Russia are about to sign a significant $40 billion economic cooperation agreement amidst U.S. preparations for a potential military action against Iraq. This…
U.S. Defense Secretary Says It Is Unlikely Weapons Inspectors Could Find Arms Even If They Return to Iraq
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld expressed skepticism about the ability of UN weapons inspectors to locate banned weapons in Iraq, citing the country's extensive hiding…
Reduction in Oil-for-Food Program for Iraq - 2002-08-07
The UN's Oil-for-Food program for Iraq is facing a significant budget cut due to reduced oil sales, raising concerns about humanitarian aid. Benon Sevan urges…
The U.S. Rejects Iraq's Invitation for Inspections - 2002-08-06
The U.S. has rejected Iraq's invitation for inspections related to weapons of mass destruction, insisting on disarmament without discussion. Iraq proposed resuming talks for the…
Potential Dangers of Nuclear Reactors in Bushehr - 2002-08-05
Henry Sokolski warns about the potential dangers of Iran's Bushehr nuclear reactors, suggesting they could produce nuclear weapons. He highlights concerns over Iran's compliance with…
Skepticism from Britain and the U.S. Regarding Iraq's Invitation to Inspectors - 2002-08-02
The U.S. and Britain are skeptical about Iraq's invitation to UN weapons inspectors, citing concerns over Saddam Hussein's history of manipulation. Meanwhile, Russia views the…
Iraq Invites Weapons Inspectors to the Country - 2002-08-02
Iraq has invited UN weapons inspectors for discussions that could lead to new inspections regarding its weapons programs. This move comes amid ongoing tensions with…