December 2002
Charles de Gaulle Airport Employee Arrested with 2 Assault Rifles and Explosives
A Charles de Gaulle Airport employee was arrested for carrying two assault rifles and explosives, raising suspicions of a potential terrorist plot. Abd al-Razzaq Basghir,…
The U.S. Condemns the Killing of 3 American Religious Missionaries in Yemen
Three American religious missionaries were killed in Yemen by a suspected Islamic extremist while they were providing humanitarian aid. The U.S. government is working with…
Search for Those Responsible for the Assassination of Three American Philanthropic Doctors - 2002-12-31
Three American doctors providing humanitarian aid in Yemen were assassinated by a terrorist. The U.S. government has pledged to hold the perpetrators accountable and is…
French Police Arrest Charles de Gaulle Airport Employee with 2 Assault Rifles and Plastic Explosives
A Charles de Gaulle Airport employee was arrested in Paris for possessing assault rifles and explosives. The individual, of Algerian descent, was apprehended after a…
Group Arrested on Terrorism Charges in Paris - 2002-12-30
A group has been arrested by French police in eastern Paris on terrorism charges. The incident is reported by Mohammad Reza Shahid from Voice of…
Paris Airport Employee Hid Weapons and Explosives in His Car - 2002-12-30
A 27-year-old baggage handler at Paris airport was arrested for hiding weapons and explosives in his car. The police are investigating his potential involvement in…
Arrest of a Paris Airport Employee - 2002-12-30
Abdel Razak Bassekh, a Paris airport employee, was arrested after receiving a new ID to access airplanes. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns at airports…
Three American Doctors Assassinated in Yemen
Three American doctors were shot and killed by an Islamic militant in a charity hospital in Yemen. The attacker entered the hospital disguised as a…
How Several Iranians Were Arrested in the U.S. - 2002-12-29
Several Iranians were arrested in California for lacking valid U.S. visas, as discussed in an interview with Dr. Kourosh Sobhani. This incident highlights ongoing immigration…
Prominent Opposition Leader in Yemen Assassinated - 2002-12-29
Jarallah Omar, a prominent opposition leader in Yemen, was assassinated shortly after speaking at a political event in Sana'a. The police have arrested a suspect…
Israeli Police Arrest Suspect in Suicide Bombing - 2002-12-29
Israeli police arrested a suspected suicide bomber after a bomb exploded prematurely. This incident follows an attack by armed Palestinians that killed four Israelis. The…
One of the Pakistani extremists accused of involvement in the attack on American diplomats appeared today in Karachi's anti-terrorism court - 2002-12-28
Asif Zahir, a Pakistani extremist, appeared in court accused of involvement in an attack on American diplomats and confessed to another deadly attack on French…
Israeli Police Arrest Man in West Jerusalem Who Intended to Blow Himself and His Car Up
Israeli police arrested a man in West Jerusalem who attempted a suicide bombing after part of his explosive device detonated prematurely. This incident follows the…
One of the detainees in France is the brother of a Guantanamo prisoner - 2002-12-27
French authorities arrested suspects planning to attack Russian buildings, including the embassy in Paris. One of the detainees is the brother of a Guantanamo prisoner…
French Police Arrest Four Islamic Militants Linked to a Larger Terrorist Network
French police arrested four Islamic militants suspected of planning an attack, linked to a larger terrorist network associated with Chechen separatists. The arrests are part…
An Iranian Accused of Espionage in Azerbaijan
An Iranian and an Azerbaijani citizen have been accused of espionage for Iran, with charges including treason and illegal border crossing. The case has been…
Islamic Jihad Promises to Avenge the Death of Abu Rahoub
Islamic Jihad has vowed to retaliate for the killing of its leader Hamza Abu Rahoub by Israeli forces during clashes in the West Bank. The…
Arrest of Mohammad Hossein Hariri in Morocco - 2002-12-26
Mohammad Hossein Hariri, a hijacker who escaped from a Swiss prison, was arrested in Morocco. This incident is reported by Mohammad Reza Shahid from Voice…
Various Opinions and Perspectives on the Recent Arrests of Immigrants in the U.S. - 2002-12-26
The article discusses diverse opinions and perspectives surrounding the recent arrests of immigrants in the United States. It highlights the reactions from different stakeholders and…
Venezuelan Opposition Calls for More Widespread Strikes - 2002-12-26
The Venezuelan opposition has called for more strikes on the 25th day of a general strike in Caracas, urging supporters to prepare for further demonstrations…
Arrest of 'Jish Muhammad' Members Suspected of Christmas Night Bombing in Pakistan - 2002-12-26
Four men, including a radical cleric, were arrested in Pakistan for a Christmas Day church bombing that killed three and injured thirteen. The attack is…
One Hamas Militant Shot Dead in Nablus
Ibrahim Abu Hawash, a Hamas militant, was killed in Nablus during a shootout with Israeli soldiers. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region, with…
Venezuelans Celebrate Christmas Amid Fuel Shortages
Venezuelans are celebrating Christmas during a prolonged general strike and severe fuel shortages. Strike leaders have refused government calls to end the strike, while oil…
Mr. Abdi Admitted Mistake in Court Today
Abbas Abdi, an Iranian reformist, is on trial for allegedly selling polling information to Gallup, with the prosecution labeling Gallup as a CIA branch. Abdi's…
Russian Supreme Court Refuses to Release Igor Sutyagin
The Russian Supreme Court has upheld the detention of Igor Sutyagin, a researcher accused of espionage for the U.S. He was arrested in 1999 for…
Lawsuit Against Immigration Department and John Ashcroft - 2002-12-25
A coalition of Arab and Iranian Americans has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Immigration Department and Attorney General John Ashcroft after hundreds of men…
Muslims and Middle Easterners Sue Immigration Office
Muslims and Middle Easterners have sued the U.S. Immigration Office after thousands were detained for registering under new anti-terrorism regulations. The lawsuit aims to stop…
Al-Qaeda Operations Chief in the Persian Gulf Arrested and Handed Over to the U.S.
Abdul Rahim al-Nashiri, the al-Qaeda operations chief in the Persian Gulf, has been arrested by UAE officials and handed over to the United States. He…
Six More Suspects Arrested in Connection with Bali Bombings - 2002-12-23
Indonesian police have arrested six more suspects related to the October 12 Bali bombings that killed nearly 200 people. The suspects include two Malaysians and…
Order to Arrest Disruptors in Ending General Strike in Venezuela - 2002-12-22
Hugo Chavez has ordered the arrest of anyone disrupting efforts to end a three-week general strike that has severely impacted Venezuela's oil production. The strike,…
Pakistan Police Arrest Four Linked to Extremist Islamists
Pakistan police arrested four individuals connected to extremist Islamists plotting terrorist attacks in Karachi. They are suspected members of Jaish-e-Mohammed, a group linked to Al-Qaeda…
Organization for the Protection of Journalists - 2002-12-21
Two Al Jazeera journalists were violently interrogated by Dutch peacekeepers in Afghanistan while covering a grenade attack that killed two Afghan workers. The International Federation…
Bomb Explosion in Pakistan Kills 4 People - 2002-12-20
A bomb explosion in Karachi, Pakistan, resulted in the deaths of four individuals, one of whom is suspected to be linked to the murder of…
A Chinese National Residing in the U.S. Arrested on Charges of Espionage and Terrorist Activities in China - 2002-12-20
A Chinese democracy activist living in the U.S., Wang Bingzhang, has been arrested in China on espionage and terrorism charges. He allegedly sold state secrets…
Conspiracy to Carry Out Terrorist Attacks in France - 2002-12-20
French authorities arrested four suspected Islamic militants who were plotting terrorist attacks in France. The suspects were found with bomb-making instructions and various materials for…
Most Foreigners Arrested in Los Angeles Released on Bail
Most foreigners arrested in Los Angeles under new immigration laws have been released on bail, but they must report for questioning. Thousands of Iranian Americans…
Summary of Newspaper Reports on the Arrest of Immigrants in Los Angeles - 2002-12-20
Reports indicate that several immigrants and foreigners in the U.S. have been detained, a topic that has garnered significant attention in American media. This situation…
Nine Suspected Militants Linked to Al-Qaeda Network Arrested in Pakistan - 2002-12-19
Nine suspected militants, including two Americans and one Canadian, were arrested in Pakistan during a police raid on a doctor's home. The doctor is accused…
Electrical Devices Found in Paris Apartment Linked to Islamic Militants - 2002-12-19
French police discovered electrical devices in an apartment linked to Islamic militants, suggesting plans for bomb-making. Four North African suspects were arrested, initially thought to…
Protests by Iranians in Los Angeles Against Detentions - 2002-12-19
Thousands of Iranian-Americans protested in Los Angeles against the detention of immigrants following new U.S. immigration laws enacted after September 11. The protests were sparked…
The Likud Party's Chances of Victory in the Elections Have Decreased
The Likud Party's prospects for winning upcoming elections have diminished due to bribery allegations against its leadership. Candidates have reported coercion to pay bribes for…
Leader of an Islamic militant group in the U.S. officially charged
Mousa Abu Marzook, a leader of Hamas, along with his wife and five employees, have been charged in the U.S. for financing terrorism. They are…
Dismantling of Jewish Settler Outpost in the West Bank - 2002-12-19
Israeli forces dismantled a Jewish settler outpost in the West Bank, evacuating around 200 residents and arresting three individuals who resisted the demolition. Additionally, an…
Arrest of Three Arab Ethnicity Terrorists in Northern Paris - 2002-12-18
Three Arab ethnicity terrorists were arrested in northern Paris, as reported by Mohammad Reza Shahid. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about terrorism in Europe and…
Three Arrested in Texas for Funding Terrorists
Three men in Texas have been arrested for allegedly funding Hamas, a radical terrorist group. The arrests were made by federal agents, and a press…
Four Islamic Militants Arrested in Northern France - 2002-12-18
Four Islamic militants were arrested in northern France for allegedly preparing a chemical attack, with unidentified chemicals found in their possession. Additionally, five individuals were…
Arrests of Democracy Supporters in China - 2002-12-18
Chinese authorities have arrested two pro-democracy activists, Li Wei Bin and Liu Di, for their online activities promoting democracy. Li has been missing since his…
Consequences of the Arrest of Four Arab-Origin Terrorists in France - 2002-12-18
Four Arab-origin terrorists were arrested in France, prompting a report by journalist Mohammad Reza Shahid. This incident raises concerns about terrorism and its implications for…
Dutch Court Acquits Suspects of Attacking American Targets in Europe - 2002-12-18
A Dutch court has acquitted four suspects linked to al-Qaeda of planning attacks on American targets in Europe due to lack of evidence. Meanwhile, police…
Two American Soldiers Injured by Grenade Attack in Kabul
A grenade attack in Kabul injured two American soldiers and a translator. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Afghanistan, particularly for foreign military personnel.…
The U.S. is Satisfied with Pakistan's Cooperation in the Fight Against Terrorism - 2002-12-17
A senior U.S. diplomat met with Pakistani leaders to discuss cooperation against terrorism, highlighting the strong ties between the two countries. The meeting comes after…
Meeting of American Diplomat with New Leaders of Pakistan - 2002-12-16
An American diplomat met with new Pakistani leaders to discuss the U.S.-led fight against terrorism. Christina Rocca is expected to meet Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah…
Three Palestinians Arrested for Plotting to Down Ariel Sharon's Helicopter - 2002-12-15
Three Palestinians were arrested in East Jerusalem for planning to attack Ariel Sharon's helicopter and detonate a bomb in a bus station. This incident highlights…
Pakistan Police: Three Men Arrested Are Members of the Extremist Group Islamic Jihad Movement
Three Islamic militants were arrested in Pakistan while plotting a suicide bombing against American diplomats in Karachi. They were found with explosives and are linked…
Police Arrest Three Suspects in Plot to Assassinate American Diplomats in Pakistan
Pakistani police have arrested three men suspected of planning a suicide bombing to kill American diplomats in Karachi. The suspects are linked to an extremist…
Jordanian Police Arrest Libyan and Jordanian on Charges of Killing American Diplomat
Jordanian police have arrested a Libyan and a Jordanian for the murder of American diplomat Lawrence Foley. The incident has raised concerns among Americans in…
Fourteen Palestinians Suspected in Guerrilla Operations Arrested
Israeli forces arrested fourteen Palestinians suspected of involvement in guerrilla activities during a nighttime raid in the West Bank, with twelve arrests in Ramallah and…
Two Al-Qaeda Operatives Arrested for the Murder of American Diplomat
Jordan has detained two Al-Qaeda members for the murder of American diplomat Laurence Foley. The suspects include a Libyan and a Jordanian, both connected to…
Ahmad Zakayev Released Until His New Court Hearing
Ahmad Zakayev, a Chechen separatist, has been released on bail by a British court until his next hearing on January 9. He was arrested upon…
Captain of an Oil Ship Arrested in Connection with Venezuela Strikes - 2002-12-11
The captain of an oil ship has been arrested by the Venezuelan Navy amid ongoing nationwide strikes that have paralyzed the country for ten days.…
Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Activist in Gaza
Israeli forces killed Palestinian activist Osama Badra and arrested over twelve others in Gaza. This incident highlights ongoing tensions and violence in the region, particularly…
Jamaah Islamiyah Responsible for Over 12 Bombings in Indonesia
The Jamaah Islamiyah group has been linked to over 12 bombings in Indonesia, including the deadly Bali bombing. Recent arrests have been made, including the…
A North Korean Missile Ship Detained in the Arabian Sea - 2002-12-11
A ship carrying North Korean missiles was detained in the Arabian Sea by Spanish vessels. The U.S. has been tracking the ship for weeks, suspecting…
Key Suspect in Bali Bombing Received $30,000
A key suspect in the Bali bombing, Wan Min, was arrested in Malaysia and is accused of providing $30,000 to militants involved in the attack.…
Three More Terrorists Arrested by French Police - 2002-12-09
French police arrested three suspected Islamic militants who were allegedly planning an attack on American interests in France, specifically targeting the U.S. Embassy in Paris.…
Kenyan Authorities Release Images of Suspects in Last Month's Terrorist Attacks in Mombasa
Kenyan authorities have released images of two suspects linked to terrorist attacks against Israeli targets in Mombasa. The suspects are believed to have attempted to…
On the Anniversary of December 7, Iranian Police Used Batons and Tear Gas
On December 7, Iranian police clashed with thousands of protesters in Tehran, using batons and tear gas to suppress demands for political reform. At least…
Bangladesh Police Detain Twenty-One in Connection with Yesterday's Explosions
Following deadly explosions in Bangladesh that killed seventeen and injured over two hundred, police have detained twenty-one individuals, including notable opposition figures. The lack of…
Four Reports on the Events of December 7, Student Day in Iran - 2002-12-08
On December 7, 2002, which marks Student Day in Iran, student protests at Tehran University were met with violent repression from government forces. Eyewitnesses and…
Palestinian Officials: Al-Qaeda Members Among Palestinians Are Israeli Agents - 2002-12-07
Palestinian officials allege that Mossad has trained individuals in Gaza to pose as Al-Qaeda members, claiming this is a tactic by Israel to undermine Palestinian…
Zakaev: Russia's Attempts to Capture Him Have Drawn Global Attention to Chechen Causes
Ahmad Zakaev, a Chechen separatist leader's advisor, was released on bail by Britain, prompting strong criticism from Russia. Zakaev claims that Russia's attempts to capture…
More than twenty Indonesians arrested in connection with Bali bombing
Indonesian police have arrested over twenty individuals linked to the Bali bombing, including key suspect Imam Samudra. This incident is significant as it highlights ongoing…
Sharon: Bin Laden's Al-Qaeda Terror Network Active in Gaza Strip and Lebanon - 2002-12-06
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon claims that Al-Qaeda's network is operational in Gaza and Lebanon and alleges cooperation with Hezbollah, which Hezbollah denies. This statement…
Kenyan Police Crack Down on Refugees Under the Pretext of Recent Explosions - 2002-12-06
Kenyan police are targeting refugees from Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, citing recent bombings as justification. Human Rights Watch condemns these…
Arrest of Suspected Member of Jamaah Islamiyah in Indonesia - 2002-12-04
Indonesian police have arrested Mokhlas, a suspected senior member of Jamaah Islamiyah, along with several others. He is believed to be the successor to a…
Bush: The Suicide Nature of Terrorist Attacks in Kenya Indicates They Were the Work of al-Qaeda
President Bush linked the suicide bombings in Kenya to al-Qaeda, confirming the involvement of the terrorist network. The attacks resulted in the deaths of sixteen…
Lawyer of Bali Bombing Suspect: My Client Was the Mastermind of the Attack
Imam Samudra's lawyer claims he is the mastermind behind the Bali bombings that killed over 190 people and is facing the death penalty. Samudra has…
Over 30 Countries Support Hamid Karzai's Efforts to Establish a National Army
Over 30 countries have pledged support for Afghan President Hamid Karzai's initiative to form a national army of 70,000 troops. This effort is crucial for…
Trial of Irish Republican Army Members in Colombia - 2002-12-03
The trial of three Irish Republican Army members began in Bogotá, Colombia, where they are accused of training leftist rebels and attempting to leave the…
Imam Samudra has confessed to the terrorist act in Bali
Imam Samudra has confessed to being the mastermind behind the recent bombings in Bali, Indonesia, and is awaiting execution. His actions were reportedly motivated by…
Trial of Four Individuals in the Netherlands for Involvement in a Terrorist Group
Four men are on trial in the Netherlands for allegedly plotting attacks against American targets in Europe shortly after 9/11. The group is believed to…
Kenyan Officials: No Evidence Linking Ten Detainees to Two Attacks in Mombasa
Kenyan authorities have stated that there is no evidence linking ten detainees, including six Pakistanis and four Somalis, to two attacks targeting Israelis in Mombasa.…