November 2002
UN Weapons Inspectors Prepare to Work in Iraq
UN weapons inspectors are set to begin their search for prohibited weapons in Iraq after a four-year hiatus. Hans Blix emphasizes the need for Iraq…
A Major Strike for Wage Increases is Ahead in France - 2002-11-26
A significant strike by civil servants in France is set to occur, with airport control tower staff initiating a 32-hour strike that has already led…
Meeting between King Abdullah and Vladimir Putin - 2002-11-26
King Abdullah of Jordan and Vladimir Putin discussed Iraq, the Middle East, and bilateral relations in Moscow. Putin expressed satisfaction with growing ties, particularly in…
Public Service Workers Strike in France - 2002-11-26
Public service workers in France are striking against wage cuts and plan a major demonstration in Paris. The strikes have disrupted flights and public transport…
If Iraq Knows That the Threat of War is Serious, Cooperation with Weapons Inspectors Will Increase - 2002-11-21
The Bush administration is seeking support from around 50 countries for potential military action against Iraq if it does not comply with UN resolutions. Philip…
Public Libraries in America - 2002-11-20
The article discusses the role of public libraries in America as centers for self-education and knowledge development, highlighting a specific report on the public library…
US Request to Britain - 2002-11-20
The US has requested British military participation in a potential war against Iraq, but no decision has been made yet. This proposal will be discussed…
Iraq's Air Defense Systems Bombed for the Second Consecutive Day
U.S. and allied forces bombed Iraq's air defense systems for the second day in a row following Iraq's firing on their patrol aircraft, which the…
UN Says It Will Be Clear by December 8 Whether Iraq Has Weapons of Mass Destruction - 2002-11-19
The UN has announced that by December 8, it will be determined if Iraq has weapons of mass destruction. Iraqi officials, including a close advisor…
Voting in the U.S. Senate for the Approval of the Bill Establishing the Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-19
The U.S. Senate is set to vote on a bill to create the Department of Homeland Security amidst partisan disagreements. Democrats aim to remove special…
Ukrainian President Requests Visa from Czech Republic
Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma has requested a visa to attend a NATO conference in Prague but has not received an official invitation due to allegations…
The U.S. Senate is Expected to Approve the Creation of the Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-18
The U.S. Senate is set to approve a bill for the Department of Homeland Security, though partisan disagreements may cause delays. Democrats are attempting to…
Weapons Inspectors Head to Baghdad - 2002-11-18
High-ranking UN weapons inspectors are traveling to Baghdad to continue the search for weapons of mass destruction. Hans Blix and Mohamed ElBaradei are involved in…
UN Inspectors Arrive in Iraq - 2002-11-18
UN weapons inspectors have returned to Iraq to search for weapons of mass destruction, led by Hans Blix and Mohamed ElBaradei. Their arrival is significant…
Iraq Cooperates with Weapons Inspectors - 2002-11-17
Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister announced the country's cooperation with UN weapons inspectors to refute U.S. claims of possessing weapons of mass destruction. Hans Blix is…
Ban on the Presence of Presidents at NATO Summit - 2002-11-16
The Czech Republic has barred the presidents of Belarus and Ukraine from attending the NATO summit in Prague, leading to diplomatic tensions. Lukashenko has recalled…
Inauguration of Pakistan's First Elected Parliament - 2002-11-16
Pakistan inaugurated its first elected parliament since General Musharraf's coup three years prior. Musharraf took an oath for a five-year term, but the assembly has…
U.S. and British Aircraft Attack Iraqi Air Defense - 2002-11-16
U.S. and British aircraft attacked an Iraqi air defense position after being fired upon in a no-fly zone. This incident marks the first confrontation since…
Democrats Protest Changes to the Department of Homeland Security Bill - 2002-11-16
Democratic senators in the U.S. are threatening to delay the Department of Homeland Security bill due to added provisions they deem irrelevant to security. Tom…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, November 15, Commentary on Student Protests - 2002-11-16
Last week, global media highlighted student protests in Iran against political repression. The Sierra Times criticized Europe's complicity with dictatorial regimes, suggesting a decline in…
Interview with Mr. Bahaddin Adab Regarding the Death Sentence of Aghajari - 2002-11-15
The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament called for lawful protests against Hashem Aghajari's death sentence, which was condemned by Mr. Karrubi as disgraceful. The article…
Red Cross Will Not Halt Operations in Chechnya - 2002-11-15
The Red Cross has confirmed that it will continue its operations in Chechnya despite the kidnapping of two Russian drivers. The organization condemned the abduction…
Iraq Weapons Inspections to Begin on November 27
The UN weapons inspections in Iraq are set to resume on November 27, with preliminary activities starting soon. Iraq is required to submit a report…
Tony Blair: The Decision to Disarm Lies with Saddam Hussein - 2002-11-15
Tony Blair emphasized that the responsibility for disarming lies with Saddam Hussein, warning of potential military action if he does not comply with UN resolutions.…
Members of the New Turkish Parliament Remember Today - 2002-11-14
The newly elected Turkish Parliament members pledged to maintain the secular system and Western values. The Justice and Development Party, led by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan,…
Laughing at the Killing of Innocent People - 2002-11-14
A man suspected of involvement in the Bali bombing was seen laughing during his interrogation, provoking outrage among Australians, especially those who lost loved ones…
Under the Microscope: The Death Sentence of Hashem Aghajari and Mr. Khatami's Position - 2002-11-14
The article discusses ongoing student protests against the death sentence of Dr. Hashem Aghajari, which is deemed incorrect by President Khatami, while the judiciary insists…
First Time in American History - 2002-11-14
Nancy Pelosi has been elected as the first female leader of the Democratic Party in the U.S. House of Representatives. This historic election follows the…
Iraq Accepts Security Council Resolution Unconditionally - 2002-11-13
Iraq has unconditionally accepted a UN Security Council resolution for disarmament, as announced by its representative Mohammed Aldouri. This acceptance comes as President Bush prepares…
Bush Meets with Kofi Annan - 2002-11-13
President Bush met with UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan to discuss Iraq's disarmament. The UN is waiting for Iraq's response to a resolution, with a deadline…
Tony Blair: Britons Must Remain Vigilant - 2002-11-12
Tony Blair warns that the threat of terrorism, particularly from al-Qaeda, is increasing in the UK. He emphasizes the need for vigilance among Britons and…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Interpol's Views on Al-Qaeda Attacks - 2002-11-11
Ronald Noble, head of Interpol, warned of Al-Qaeda's preparedness for multiple attacks globally. This statement highlights ongoing concerns about international terrorism. The information is critical…
Turkey's New Parliament to Begin Work on November 14
Turkey's electoral board announced the Justice and Development Party's victory in the parliamentary elections, winning 363 seats. The Republican People's Party secured enough votes to…
Interview with Ali Kashtgar Regarding the Death Sentence for Dr. Aghajari - 2002-11-10
Ali Kashtgar discusses the death sentence imposed on Hashem Aghajari, highlighting it as a reflection of the regime's weakness and fear. This situation underscores the…
Ivorian Rebels Demand End to Government Terror - 2002-11-10
Ivorian rebels are demanding an end to government violence before resuming peace talks. The situation escalated after the killing of a rebel-supporting doctor, highlighting ongoing…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: The Impact of the Republican Party's Victory in the U.S. on Germany - 2002-11-08
The German media expressed optimism following the Republican Party's victory in the U.S. elections, hoping for improved relations between the U.S. and Germany through diplomatic…
The United Nations Security Council Will Vote on a New U.S. Resolution Today - 2002-11-08
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a U.S. resolution aimed at disarming Iraq, with hopes for unanimous support. France has signed the…
President Bush Requests Congress to Approve Bill for Establishing Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-08
President Bush has called on Congress to pass a bill to create the Department of Homeland Security, emphasizing the real threat of terrorism. This request…
President Bush Calls for Saddam Hussein to Comply with UN Resolution - 2002-11-08
President Bush demands that Saddam Hussein comply with a UN resolution to dismantle Iraq's weapons of mass destruction, warning of consequences if he fails to…
Dick Gephardt to Resign from Position
Dick Gephardt is set to announce his resignation as the Democratic Party leader in the House of Representatives following significant Republican gains in the midterm…
Establishment of a New Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-07
Following the midterm elections in the U.S., President Bush aims to establish a new Department of Homeland Security with bipartisan support. The Republican Party's control…
Under the Microscope: Results of the American Elections and the Significant Victory of the Republicans - 2002-11-07
The article discusses the significant victory of the Republican Party in the American elections and the issuance of a death sentence for Hashem Aghajari. Ali…
Republicans Gain Majority in the U.S. Senate - 2002-11-06
The Republicans have gained a slim majority in the U.S. Senate, winning 51 seats against 46 for the Democrats. Key victories in Missouri and Minnesota…
Republicans Strengthened Their Control Over the House of Representatives - 2002-11-06
The Republicans have reinforced their control over the House of Representatives after the midterm elections, gaining additional seats and benefiting from new districting. Katherine Harris,…
Midterm Elections in the United States Are Taking Place
Midterm elections are being held in the U.S. today, determining control of the House and Senate. Republicans seek to maintain their majority while Democrats aim…
Start of Elections in America - 2002-11-05
Elections are taking place in the U.S. today, with voters deciding on all House and Senate seats and several governorships. President Bush is actively supporting…
Intense Electoral Competition in America - 2002-11-04
The Democratic and Republican parties are in a fierce competition ahead of the midterm elections in the U.S., with candidates contesting key positions across various…
Saddam Hussein: We Will Reject the New Resolution if it is a Cover for U.S. Intentions to Attack Iraq - 2002-11-04
Saddam Hussein declared that Iraq would cooperate with the UN on disarmament unless the new Security Council resolution is a cover for U.S. military action.…
Justice and Development Party Wins Elections in Turkey - 2002-11-04
The Justice and Development Party (AKP), a newly formed party with Islamic roots, won the Turkish parliamentary elections with 35% of the votes, allowing it…
News and Opinions: Census of Forgotten Crimes - 2002-11-03
Alain Touraine, a French sociologist, is in Chile to document the disappeared during Pinochet's regime, with claims that former officials have provided military archives. He…
Democrats and Republicans Engaged in Election Campaigns for Tuesday - 2002-11-03
Democrats and Republicans are in the final stages of their campaigns for the upcoming elections on Tuesday, with significant implications for both parties. President Bush…
Turkey's Parliamentary Elections Today Could Lead to the Rise of Islamic Trends - 2002-11-03
Turkish voters are electing a new parliament that may lead to the rise of the Justice and Development Party, which has Islamic roots. Recep Tayyip…
Abuja, the Capital of Nigeria, Hosts 20 African Leaders
Twenty African leaders are meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, to discuss a new cooperation program aimed at attracting foreign investment and reducing debts in exchange for…
President Bush's Efforts to Garner Votes for Republicans - 2002-11-02
President Bush is campaigning in Georgia to support Republican candidates for Congress and the governorship, emphasizing their role in passing important legislation. He also reaffirms…
Deadline for the Implementation of the Peace Agreement Between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo to be Extended
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo have agreed to extend the deadline for their peace agreement. South African President Thabo Mbeki facilitated this decision…
More Time for Iraq to Declare Its Chemical Programs - 2002-11-02
The U.S. is extending the deadline for Iraq to declare its chemical programs from 30 to 50 days as part of diplomatic efforts, while still…
Turkish Politicians Spend Last Day of Election Campaigns
Turkish politicians are concluding their election campaigns, with the Justice and Development Party, led by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, likely to gain power. This election is…
Political Parties in Pakistan Still Unable to Form New Government - 2002-11-02
Political parties in Pakistan are struggling to form a new government following the recent elections. General Pervez Musharraf has called for the National Assembly to…
Chad: Dozens of Citizens Massacred by South African Forces
The Chadian government reports that dozens of its citizens were massacred by Central African Republic forces, with casualties estimated between 80 and 120. This incident…