December 2002
Publication of Vatican Documents Regarding Vatican-Germany Relations Before World War II - 2002-12-29
The Vatican is set to publish documents detailing its relations with Germany from 1922 to 1939, with a focus on the Catholic Church's knowledge of…
Hekmatyar Will Collaborate with Al-Qaeda - December 25, 2002
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, an Afghan insurgent leader, has declared his intention to work with Taliban remnants and Al-Qaeda members. This development raises concerns about the resurgence…
The U.S. Will Officially Respond to Baghdad's Weapons Declaration Today - 2002-12-19
The U.S. government is set to officially respond to Iraq's weapons declaration, which claims no prohibited weapons exist in the country. Key figures involved include…
Congo Peace Agreement Signed After Months of Negotiation - 2002-12-18
The Congo peace agreement was signed in Pretoria to end a four-year civil war, with political factions committing to respect it. The agreement involves power-sharing…
Syrian and British Leaders Reach Agreements in London Talks - 2002-12-17
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and British Prime Minister Tony Blair held talks in London, reaching agreements on various issues but maintaining differing views on Iraq.…
Iraq Cancels Contract with Three Russian Oil Companies - 2002-12-16
Iraq has canceled its oil contracts with three Russian companies, including Lukoil, due to their non-compliance with contractual obligations. The Iraqi ambassador claims the decision…
Meeting of Syrian President with Tony Blair in London - 2002-12-16
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad met with British Prime Minister Tony Blair in London to discuss the potential U.S. military action against Iraq. Assad warned that…
The First Special Anti-Terrorism Battalion of Georgian Soldiers is Ready for Operations
The first battalion of Georgian soldiers trained by American instructors is now operational. This initiative, supported by a $64 million program, aims to strengthen Georgia's…
Russia's Strong Criticism of Iraq Over Cancellation of Major Oil Contract
Russia has criticized Iraq for canceling a significant oil contract with LUKoil, arguing it undermines their friendly relations. The Iraqi ambassador attempted to minimize the…
Iraqi Ambassador in Russia: Baghdad's Decision to Cancel Oil Contract with Russia is Not Retaliatory
Iraq has canceled its oil contract with Lukoil, a major Russian oil company, citing non-fulfillment of obligations. The Iraqi ambassador insists this move is not…
Bashar al-Assad: War with Iraq Could Intensify Islamic Terrorism in the Middle East - 2002-12-13
Bashar al-Assad warns that the U.S. war against Iraq could exacerbate Islamic terrorism in the Middle East. He criticizes U.S. peace proposals as biased towards…
Iraq's Report Volume May Reach Thirteen Thousand Pages - 2002-12-06
Iraq is set to submit a large report on its weapons programs, potentially totaling thirteen thousand pages, which may take weeks for UN experts to…
Saudi Arabia Distressed by Allegations of Financial Support to Terrorists - 2002-12-04
Saudi Arabia is responding to allegations of insufficient action against funding for terrorism, particularly following claims that charitable donations linked to the Saudi ambassador's wife…
President Bush's Warning to Iraq - 2002-12-03
President Bush has issued a warning to Iraq to comply with UN disarmament demands by a Sunday deadline, or face military action. Iraq must submit…