Amirkabir University of Technology
August 2002
Necessity of Inspecting the Fuel Tank of Boeing Aircraft - 2002-08-31
The FAA has mandated inspections for over 1,400 Boeing jets due to potential hazards in their fuel tanks. This affects airlines globally, as over 2,100…
Severe Winds Identified as Cause of Brazilian Plane Crash
A Brazilian plane crash caused by severe winds has resulted in at least 23 deaths. Rico Airlines, the airline involved, is investigating the incident. This…
Palestinian Interior Minister Calls Suicide Bombings Unjustified Killings
Abdul Razak Yahya, the Palestinian Interior Minister, has condemned suicide bombings against Israel as unjustified and contrary to Palestinian tradition. Meanwhile, Israeli forces have reportedly…
Charges Against a Moroccan Man
A Moroccan man, Amir al-Mutassad, has been charged in Germany for his alleged involvement in the September 11 attacks, accused of aiding in the murder…
Denmark Calls for the Establishment of an Independent Palestinian State by 2005 - 2002-08-28
Denmark has proposed the establishment of an independent Palestinian state by 2005 as part of the EU's efforts to revive the Middle East peace process.…
Pursuit of Suspected Palestinian Militants - 2002-08-26
Israeli forces are actively pursuing suspected Palestinian militants in the Jenin refugee camp and have arrested a Hamas leader. This escalation occurs amidst a stalled…
Interrogation of a Suspect in the September 11 Terrorist Attacks in Saudi Arabia - 2002-08-26
A 21-year-old Saudi named Saud Abdulaziz Saud al-Rashid is being interrogated in connection with the September 11 attacks. His name surfaced in an FBI bulletin,…
Israeli Forces Once Again Pursue Militants
Israeli forces are actively pursuing suspected Palestinian militants in Jenin and have destroyed a home in Tulkarm. This escalation follows a statement from the Israeli…
Expecting More Rainfall in Hunan, China - 2002-08-25
Chinese officials are preparing for more rainfall in Hunan, warning residents to evacuate as Dongting Lake's water level rises. Over a million workers are reinforcing…
Israeli Army Enters Palestinian City to Arrest Suspected Palestinian Militants - 2002-08-25
The Israeli army has entered a Palestinian city to arrest suspected militants, delaying its withdrawal from the West Bank until security is ensured by Palestinians.…
Stop of Israeli Troop Withdrawal - 2002-08-24
Israel has halted the withdrawal of its troops from the West Bank and Gaza Strip until the Palestinian Authority can control anti-Israeli militants. This decision…
American Doctor Intended to Blow Up Islamic Centers
Dr. Robert Goldstein, a 37-year-old American doctor, was arrested in Florida for planning to attack Islamic centers with explosives. Authorities found homemade bombs and weapons…
Killing of Two Palestinians in Israeli Soldier Uniforms - 2002-08-23
Israeli forces killed two armed Palestinians dressed as Israeli soldiers attempting to infiltrate a Jewish settlement in Gaza. This incident follows a meeting where Palestinian…
U.S. Consulate in Karachi Resumes Operations
The U.S. consulate in Karachi has reopened after a three-week closure due to security threats. The closure was prompted by a previous bombing incident that…
First Court Session of the Occupiers of the Iraqi Embassy - 2002-08-22
Five men occupied the Iraqi embassy in Berlin and took hostages, including the Iraqi ambassador. They are believed to be Iraqi nationals and have claimed…
Breaking Up a Hamas Terror Cell - 2002-08-22
Israel has dismantled a Hamas cell responsible for bombings that killed 35 this year, arresting 15 members. This includes individuals linked to a deadly bombing…
State of Emergency Declared in Hunan Province, China
A state of emergency has been declared in Hunan Province, China, due to severe flooding threatening millions. Thousands of rescuers are working to mitigate the…
Explosion and Collapse of a Five-Story Building in Moscow - 2002-08-21
An explosion caused the collapse of a five-story building in Moscow, trapping 25 people under the rubble. Rescue operations are underway, with at least one…
A Sea Pig Escaped from Prague Zoo
A sea pig named Gaston escaped from the Troja Zoo in Prague while zoo keepers were rescuing animals. He was last seen swimming towards the…
Israel Withdraws from Two Palestinian Areas - 2002-08-19
Israel plans to withdraw its troops from Bethlehem and parts of Gaza after a security agreement with the Palestinian Authority, which has taken on the…
Israeli Bus Company Sues Arafat - 2002-08-19
The Israeli bus company Egged is suing Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat for damages resulting from attacks on its buses during the Intifada. The company claims…
Flooding in China - 2002-08-18
Severe flooding and landslides in China due to ongoing monsoon rains have led to over 130 fatalities and significant destruction of homes and farms. Officials…
Internal Conflicts Among Palestinians - 2002-08-17
Internal divisions among Palestinian factions are highlighted, with Hamas being blamed for obstructing a unified stance against attacks on Israel. Nabil Shaath emphasizes the group's…
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…
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…
Interview with Dr. Nemat Ahmadi - 2002-08-16
Dr. Nemat Ahmadi is facing prosecution for his interview with Radio Voice of America, accused of disturbing public opinion and spreading falsehoods. This incident highlights…
Bomb Explosion in Kabul - 2002-08-16
A small bomb exploded outside a government building in Kabul, causing minor damage but no injuries. The incident occurred late at night, and no group…
Meeting of Senior Palestinian and Israeli Officials - 2002-08-15
Senior officials from Palestine and Israel are meeting to discuss security matters, following Israel's decision to release $14 million in tax revenues to the Palestinian…
North Korean Youth Seek Asylum - 2002-08-14
Two young North Koreans sought asylum at the Albanian embassy in Beijing, bringing the total number of North Korean asylum seekers in foreign embassies in…
Palestinian Terrorists Kill Settler in Jewish Settlement
Armed Palestinian militants killed a settler in a Jewish settlement in the West Bank shortly after a CIA meeting aimed at improving security in the…
Pakistan: One of the Three Attackers of the Christian Hospital Church Identified
One of the attackers in a recent assault on a Christian hospital church in Pakistan has been identified as a member of the banned Jaish-e-Mohammed…
Israeli Forces Shot Dead Armed Palestinian Man
Israeli forces killed an armed Palestinian man who shot at an Israeli surveying team in Gaza. This follows a series of violent incidents involving Palestinians…
Israeli Prime Minister's Remarks Coincide with Palestinian Delegation's Visit to America - 2002-08-09
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon urged the Palestinian Authority to control militants to achieve peace, coinciding with a high-level Palestinian delegation's talks in the U.S.…
So far, 18 people have lost their lives due to flooding in southern Russia - 2002-08-09
Severe flooding in southern Russia has resulted in 18 fatalities, with rescue teams recovering more bodies. The flooding has also affected other European countries, leading…
Grenade Attack on a Christian Missionary Hospital in Pakistan - 2002-08-09
A grenade was thrown at a Christian missionary hospital in Islamabad, killing 3 nurses and injuring 23. The attack occurred after a church service and…
U.S. Secretary of State Meets with Palestinian Officials - 2002-08-08
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell met with Palestinian officials for the first time since President Bush's call for Yasser Arafat's removal. The meeting included…
Storm and Flood in South Asia - 2002-08-08
Severe monsoon rains and landslides in South Asia have resulted in significant casualties and damage, with 680 deaths reported across Bangladesh, India, and Nepal. India…
The Body of Daniel Pearl Returned to America - 2002-08-08
The remains of journalist Daniel Pearl have been returned to the U.S. after being missing for over six months in Pakistan. His body was confirmed…
Palestinian Children Suffer from Malnutrition - 2002-08-06
A report reveals that over 20% of Palestinian children are malnourished, a significant increase from two years ago. This situation is particularly dire for children…
Discussions between President Bush and King Abdullah - 2002-08-02
President Bush and King Abdullah of Jordan met to discuss the resumption of the Middle East peace process, focusing on reforms in the Palestinian Authority.…
Fifteenth Arrest in Greece - 2002-08-02
Greek authorities have made their fifteenth arrest related to the November 17 terrorist group, with the latest suspect linked to the assassination of a Turkish…
Return of Palestinian Tax Revenues - 2002-08-01
Israel has returned 15 million dollars of previously blocked tax revenues to the Palestinians, confirmed by Finance Minister Salam Fayyad. This comes after a prolonged…
Claims of Massacre in Jenin Refuted
A UN report has dismissed Palestinian claims of a massacre by Israeli forces in Jenin, stating that the alleged death toll of 500 cannot be…