November 2002
Philippines Government Criticizes Canada and Australia
The Philippine government has condemned Australia and Canada for closing their embassies due to potential terrorist threats, calling the action unfriendly and a blow to…
Kissinger Appointed to Head Commission Investigating September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-11-28
Henry Kissinger has been appointed by President Bush to lead a commission investigating the September 11 attacks. The commission aims to enhance U.S. counter-terrorism efforts…
Australia Closes Its Embassy in the Philippines Indefinitely
Australia has closed its embassy in the Philippines due to a specific terrorist threat from Islamic extremists. Foreign Minister Alexander Downer advised Australians to avoid…
Under the Microscope: Pressure on Saudis to Cut Aid to Terrorists - 2002-11-27
The article discusses the pressure on Saudi Arabia to stop funding terrorists, highlighting Iraq's precarious financial situation where it can only sustain itself for nine…
Bush Administration Officials: It's Too Early to Judge Saudi Government's Support for Terrorists
Bush administration officials are cautious about concluding that the Saudi government supported the September 11 hijackers, as investigations are ongoing. The Saudi ambassador's wife is…
The Police Officer Who Shot Two American Soldiers Has a History of Mental Illness - 2002-11-23
A Kuwaiti police officer named Khalid Al-Shammari is suspected of shooting two American soldiers and has a history of mental illness. He fled to Saudi…
Saudi Arabia and Terrorism - 2002-11-23
U.S. Congress researchers found that intelligence agencies did not adequately investigate links between Saudi officials and the September 11 attacks. This raises questions about the…
Arrests of Terrorism Suspects in Saudi Arabia - 2002-11-20
Saudi Arabia has detained over 100 citizens suspected of ties to terrorist organizations, as stated by Interior Minister Prince Nayef. The arrests come in the…
Chaudhry Amir Hussain Appointed as Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan
Chaudhry Amir Hussain has been elected as the Speaker of Pakistan's National Assembly, indicating strong support for the military-backed Muslim League party. This election suggests…
Arab Diplomats' Efforts to Convince Iraq to Accept Resolution - 2002-11-10
Arab diplomats are meeting in Cairo to encourage Iraq to accept a UN resolution demanding the end of its weapons of mass destruction program. Iraqi…
U.S. Defense Secretary: Saudi Arabia's Policy Has Not Changed - 2002-11-05
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld affirmed that Saudi Arabia's policy remains unchanged despite statements from Saudi Foreign Minister Saud al-Faisal about not allowing base usage…
Kuwait Allows Use of Its Bases Against Iraq Conditional on UN Approval - 2002-11-04
Kuwait has indicated it will permit U.S. military use of its bases against Iraq if the UN approves military action, contrasting with Saudi Arabia's refusal…
Saudi Arabia Will Not Allow Use of Its Facilities for Attack on Iraq
Saudi Arabia has declared it will not permit its resources to be used for a military strike against Iraq unless sanctioned by the UN. Foreign…
Iraq Opens Arar Border Crossing
Iraq has reopened the Arar border crossing with Saudi Arabia, allowing the passage of goods and passengers for the first time in twelve years. This…