September 2002
A German Citizen Killed in a Bomb Explosion in Riyadh
A German citizen was killed in a car bomb explosion in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The incident highlights ongoing violence targeting foreigners, attributed to rival gangs…
Saudi Arabia Withdraws Ambassador from Qatar
Saudi Arabia has recalled its ambassador from Qatar amid ongoing tensions primarily due to Al Jazeera's critical coverage of the Saudi royal family. This diplomatic…
Hamid Karzai's Visit to Three Gulf Countries - 2002-09-28
Hamid Karzai is visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE to seek financial support for Afghanistan's reconstruction. This visit is significant as it marks his…
Hosni Mubarak: Iraq Must Take UN Weapons Inspectors Seriously - 2002-09-27
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak urged Iraq to accept UN weapons inspectors to avoid a potential US-led military attack. This statement was made during a meeting…
Delayed Visas for Entry into the U.S. Are Being Issued
The U.S. has processed 10,000 delayed visa applications from Arab and Muslim countries, addressing concerns raised after the September 11 attacks. This move is part…
Russian Foreign Minister Urges Israel to End Siege of Yasser Arafat's Headquarters - 2002-09-22
The Russian Foreign Minister has called on Israel to lift the siege on Yasser Arafat's headquarters, emphasizing the need for diplomatic engagement in the Israeli-Palestinian…
Palestinians Face a Humanitarian Catastrophe - 2002-09-20
The Saudi Foreign Minister highlighted the humanitarian crisis faced by Palestinians at the UN, condemning terrorism while urging global attention to injustices that fuel it.…
Saudi Government Statement on September 11 - 2002-09-11
On the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the Saudi government condemned terrorism and denied involvement in the attacks, while also reaffirming its commitment to…
On This Day, September 8: Senator Claude Pepper - 2002-09-08
On September 8, 1900, Claude Pepper was born in Alabama. He became a significant political figure advocating for workers' rights and the welfare of the…
Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia Welcome EU Peace Plan
Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia have expressed support for the EU's 'Roadmap' peace plan aimed at establishing a Palestinian state by 2005. Jordan's Foreign Minister…