September 2002
Saudi Arabia Withdraws Ambassador from Qatar
Saudi Arabia has recalled its ambassador from Qatar amid ongoing tensions primarily due to Al Jazeera's critical coverage of the Saudi royal family. This diplomatic…
An Al Jazeera Journalist is Detained by the U.S. Government - 2002-09-28
Sami al-Haj, an Al Jazeera journalist, is reportedly detained by the U.S. government, possibly at Guantanamo Bay. The Committee to Protect Journalists has expressed concern…
One of the Main Suspects in Planning the September 11 Terrorist Attacks Arrested in Pakistan - 2002-09-14
Ramzi bin al-Shibh, a key suspect in the September 11 attacks, has been arrested in Pakistan. He was reportedly a close associate of the attacks'…
Mullah Omar: I Will Continue My War Until the Freedom of Afghanistan
Mullah Omar, the ousted Taliban leader, issued a statement via Al Jazeera claiming he will continue fighting until Afghanistan is free. He accused the U.S.…
Full Video Tape Featuring Bin Laden's Voice Broadcast by Al Jazeera - 2002-09-11
Al Jazeera aired a complete video featuring a voice believed to be Osama bin Laden, naming the 19 hijackers of the September 11 attacks. This…
Al Jazeera Broadcasts Complete Video on Al-Qaeda - 2002-09-10
Al Jazeera is set to broadcast a complete video about Al-Qaeda and the September 11 hijackers, featuring a statement from Osama bin Laden. The video…
Broadcast of Confessions from Wanted al-Qaeda Members on Al Jazeera - 2002-09-06
Al Jazeera plans to air confessions from two al-Qaeda members who claim responsibility for the September 11 attacks. The broadcast is significant as it may…