August 2002
Shooting Near a Mine in Indonesia - 2002-08-31
A shooting incident in Papua, Indonesia, resulted in the deaths of 2 Americans and 1 Indonesian, with 14 others injured. The attack took place near…
Japan and North Korea Agreement - 2002-08-31
Japan and North Korea have reached an agreement allowing the Japanese Prime Minister to visit North Korea and reconstruct a border railway with South Korea.…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, August 30, 2002
Recent reports highlight the presence of al-Qaeda leaders in Iran, drawing attention from major media outlets like CNN and the Washington Post. The Associated Press…
Fair Share in Food Aid to Afghanistan - 2002-08-30
The U.S. criticized the EU for not contributing fairly to food aid for Afghanistan, claiming its aid is significantly larger. Gene Dewey highlighted the EU's…
Opposition to Potential Attack on Iraq in England Grows Day by Day - 2002-08-28
A recent poll indicates that opposition to a potential military attack on Iraq is increasing among Labour Party supporters in the UK. Currently, 52% of…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Interview with the Head of UN Weapons Inspectors by Der Spiegel - 2002-08-27
The article features an interview with the head of UN weapons inspectors regarding the situation of inspections in Iraq. Nasrin Mahdavi provides a comprehensive report…
The U.S. Seeks Japan's Support for Possible Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-08-27
The U.S. is seeking Japan's backing for potential military action against Iraq, as expressed by Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage during his visit to…
Dr. Abdullah: Leaders of Taliban and Al-Qaeda are hiding in the northwestern border areas of Pakistan - 2002-08-26
Dr. Abdullah, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, claims that Taliban and Al-Qaeda leaders are hiding in Pakistan's northwestern border areas. U.S. General Tommy Franks states there is…
Mary Robinson's Visit to the Site of the Massacre of the East Timorese People - 2002-08-25
Mary Robinson, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, visited the site of a 1999 massacre in East Timor, honoring victims and calling for a…
General Franks Meets Islam Karimov - 2002-08-24
General Tommy Franks met with Uzbekistan's President Islam Karimov to discuss security and Afghanistan, anticipating an expansion of U.S.-Uzbek relations. This meeting underscores Uzbekistan's role…
Arming Rural Residents in Colombia - 2002-08-23
The Colombian government plans to recruit and arm 20,000 rural residents to assist in combating leftist rebels and paramilitary forces. This initiative raises concerns about…
Military Exercise of Joint Forces of the United States and South Korea - 2002-08-17
North Korea has issued a warning regarding the joint military exercise conducted by the U.S. and South Korea, claiming it threatens diplomatic talks with Washington.…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, August 16 - 2002-08-17
This article compiles news headlines about Iran from various international media outlets. It highlights the global perspective on Iran's current events and issues. The involvement…
Preparedness for Nuclear Radiation Response - 2002-08-16
Residents near Pennsylvania's nuclear power plants are receiving potassium iodide tablets to protect against potential radioactive exposure from a terrorist attack. The Pennsylvania Department of…
Precautionary Operations in Pennsylvania Commence in Case of Attack on Nuclear Power Plants - 2002-08-16
In Pennsylvania, precautionary measures have been initiated to distribute potassium iodide tablets to residents near nuclear power plants in case of a terrorist attack. The…
Under the Microscope: It's Time for the Internet - 2002-08-15
Nourizadeh highlights that following the closure of reformist newspapers, the Iranian government is now targeting the internet and increasing repression against students and lawyers. This…
Cycling for Peace - 2002-08-15
Two Iranian students, Hassan Alizadeh and Amir Ahmadi, embarked on a global cycling journey two years ago and have now reached the United States after…
Counter-Terrorism Measures in Yemen - 2002-08-14
Yemen is enhancing its security forces in three provinces to combat Al-Qaeda following increased terrorist activities. President Ali Abdullah Saleh announced the deployment as part…
First Round of Talks Between Japan and North Korea - 2002-08-14
Japan and North Korea are set to resume government-level talks for the first time in two years, focusing on diplomatic relations and unresolved issues, particularly…
Closure of the American Cultural Center in Islamabad - 2002-08-13
The American Cultural Center in Islamabad has been closed for security reasons, following the recent closure of the U.S. Consulate in Karachi. This decision comes…
News and Opinions: Only in Moderation Can We Speak the Truth - 2002-08-11
The article discusses the importance of moderation in political discourse in Iran, emphasizing that extremism leads to a lack of meaningful dialogue. It references various…
Change of Names for Days and Months in Turkmenistan - 2002-08-09
The President of Turkmenistan, Saparmurat Niyazov, is proposing to rename the months of the year and days of the week to honor national figures and…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, August 9 - 2002
The article discusses the impact of President Bush's message to Iranians, questioning whether it has led to increased repression. Nasser Zarafshan, a lawyer for victims…
Saudi Arabia Will Not Allow Use of Its Bases
Saudi Arabia has explicitly stated it will not permit U.S. military operations against Iraq from its territory. Foreign Minister Saud al-Faisal expressed opposition to U.S.…
Niyazov Wants to Rename the Months of the Year
Saparmurat Niyazov, the President of Turkmenistan, plans to rename the months of the year and several days of the week to honor national figures, including…
Mohammad Khordadian: I Will Stay in Iran Forever!
Mohammad Khordadian, an Iranian dancer sentenced to ten years of forced residence in Iran for dancing abroad, has declared his intention to stay in Iran…
Conviction of 11 Former Army Officers in Chile - 2002-08-06
A Chilean judge has convicted 11 former army officers, including four generals, for the murder of union leader Tucapel Jiménez during Pinochet's dictatorship. This marks…
Request from the Afghan Government to Zadran Warlords - 2002-08-05
Afghan officials have urged Zadran warlords to stop their anti-government activities, warning of potential government action for stability. Former King Mohammad Zahir Shah labeled Zadran…
Japanese People Hold the Record for Longevity - 2002-08-01
Japanese people have achieved new records in longevity, with women expected to live nearly 85 years and men just over 78 years. This increase is…