June 2002
Kenyan President Calls for Extension of Current Parliament and His Presidential Term
Kenyan President Daniel arap Moi has requested an extension of both the current Parliament and his presidential term to allow for elections under a new…
Military Clash Between Two Koreas - June 29, 2002
A military clash occurred between South and North Korea, with South Korea blaming North Korea for the deadly exchange of fire, while North Korea claims…
Clash with Al-Qaeda Fighters - 2002-06-27
A clash in a lawless border region between Pakistani soldiers and suspected Al-Qaeda militants resulted in the deaths of two militants and ten soldiers. This…
Revocation of Special Privilege for an Arab Member of the Israeli Parliament - 2002-06-26
The Israeli Parliament has revoked the special access privilege of Arab MP Ahmad Tibi to military zones. This decision, proposed by Likud member Michael Eitan,…
Yasser Arafat Accepts Bill Clinton's Peace Plan - 2002-06-21
Yasser Arafat has expressed readiness to accept Bill Clinton's peace proposal, which includes land exchanges and Israeli sovereignty over parts of Jerusalem. This marks a…
A Japanese Parliament Member Arrested - 2002-06-19
Mr. Muneo Suzuki, a 54-year-old member of the Japanese Parliament, was arrested for allegedly accepting bribes from a lumber company in exchange for leniency on…
Another Suicide Bombing in East Jerusalem - 2002-06-19
A suicide bombing occurred in a Jewish neighborhood in East Jerusalem, resulting in several deaths and over 20 injuries. The incident took place near a…
Reception of US-North Korea Talks - 2002-06-19
Japan and South Korea have expressed support for the US's initiative to engage in political dialogue with North Korea, following diplomatic talks in San Francisco.…
Turkey Advances to the Semi-Finals - 2002-06-18
Turkey's national football team has advanced to the semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup after defeating Japan 1-0. Ümit Davala scored the decisive goal,…
Japan at a Glance - 2002-06-18
The article provides a summary of Japan's performance in various football matches, including draws and wins against Belgium, Russia, and Tunisia, and a loss to…
Tunisia at a Glance - 2002-06-17
The article provides a summary of Tunisia's performance in football matches against Japan, Belgium, and Russia. Tunisia lost two matches and drew one, indicating a…
Kim Hong-ap Summoned to Court - 2002-06-17
Kim Hong-ap, the second son of South Korean President Kim Dae-jung, has been summoned to court regarding a corruption scandal involving influence in business contracts…
Senegal Creates Surprise in Sunday Matches - 2002-06-16
Senegal's national football team achieved a remarkable victory over Sweden, winning 2-1 and advancing to the quarter-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. This is…
FIFA's High Scores for World Cup Organizers
FIFA President Sepp Blatter praised the organization of the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea, highlighting the excellent quality of football and the…
Statistics of World Cup Matches from 2002 to Today, June 17 - 2002-06-14
The article reports on the statistics of the World Cup matches as of June 17, 2002, highlighting Germany's strong performance with the most goals and…
Japan Advances to the Second Round
Japan's national football team secured a 2-0 victory over Tunisia, advancing to the second round of the 2002 World Cup. The match featured goals from…
Philippine Army Intensifies Efforts to Find Abu Sayyaf Rebels - 2002-06-11
The Philippine Army is ramping up its search for Abu Sayyaf rebels following a deadly incident involving hostages. President Gloria Arroyo visited the region to…
Chaos Erupts in Moscow Following Russia's Defeat to Japan
Chaos erupted in Moscow after the Russian football team lost to Japan, resulting in two deaths and many injuries. In response, officials decided to stop…
Continued Riots Will Diminish Russia's Chances of Hosting the 2008 Football Championships
Riots in Moscow following Russia's defeat to Japan in the World Cup threaten Russia's bid to host the 2008 European Football Championship. Prime Minister Mikhail…
Turkey and Costa Rica Draw, Mexico Defeats Ecuador - 2002-06-09
Turkey and Costa Rica ended their World Cup match in a 1-1 draw, while Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-1. This match is significant as it impacts…
Unexpected Defeat of Italy Against Croatia - 2002-06-08
Italy faced an unexpected 2-1 defeat against Croatia in the 2002 World Cup, marking their first loss since 1994. The match saw Italy initially leading…
Calendar Day, June 8: Theodore Roosevelt, Architect of the Peace Treaty Between Japan and Russia - 2002-06-08
On June 8, the article reflects on Theodore Roosevelt's role in facilitating the peace treaty between Japan and Russia. This historical event highlights Roosevelt's diplomatic…
Report: The Passing of Shahrouz Amirshahi - 2002-06-08
Shahrouz Amirshahi, a notable figure in Iranian journalism before the revolution, has passed away. He was known for his role as the editor of the…
Two Hostages Killed in Clash Between Rebels and Philippine Army - 2002-06-08
In a clash between Philippine soldiers and Muslim rebels, two hostages, an American missionary and a Filipino nurse, were killed. The incident highlights the ongoing…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Addiction and Drug Trafficking in Iran - June 7, 2002
A Swiss newspaper reports on the alarming statistics of drug addiction in Iran, citing a UN report that estimates the number of addicts to be…
End of One-Year Hostage Crisis in the Philippines - 2002-06-07
The one-year hostage crisis in the Philippines concluded with the deaths of two hostages and the injury of another during a military operation against Abu…
President Bush Rejects EPA Assessment - 2002-06-05
President Bush has dismissed the EPA's report linking human activity to global warming, asserting that emission reductions would harm the U.S. economy. Meanwhile, Japan has…
Japan 2 Belgium 2 - 2002-06-04
Japan and Belgium played to a thrilling 2-2 draw in their World Cup match, showcasing strong performances from both teams. Junichi Inamoto stood out as…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Interview with Shams al-Wa'izin - 2002-06-03
The article discusses the closure of reformist newspapers in Iran and the imprisonment of their writers, highlighting the political repression faced by journalists in the…
Despite Warnings from Western Governments, Foreigners Have Not Started Leaving India
Western governments have warned their citizens to leave India due to the potential for conflict with Pakistan, but foreign nationals have not begun to evacuate.…