June 2002
Fidel Castro Threatens to Close U.S. Interests Office in Havana - 2002-06-27
Fidel Castro has threatened to shut down the U.S. Interests Office in Havana due to perceived violations of Cuban sovereignty by Washington. This statement comes…
Cuban National Assembly Discusses the Future of the Socialist System Again
The Cuban National Assembly is debating a constitutional amendment that solidifies the socialist system, prompted by a massive petition in support. Opposition leaders view this…
Dutch Support for South Korea - 2002-06-24
Dutch football fans are rallying behind South Korea in the World Cup semi-finals, particularly because their own team did not qualify. The support is largely…
Increase in Marriage Age in Iran - 2002-06-24
Iran has raised the minimum marriage age to 13 for girls and 15 for boys, up from 9 and 14 respectively. The bill was initially…
U.S. Trade Deficit Reached $35.9 Billion in April
In April, the U.S. trade deficit hit a record $35.9 billion, indicating a strong demand for foreign goods. While the job market shows slight improvement,…
The 30th Anniversary of the Watergate Scandal - 2002-06-17
The Watergate scandal, which began 30 years ago, involved the break-in at the Democratic National Committee's office by Republican operatives, leading to Richard Nixon's resignation.…
Spread of AIDS in Kerman Province - 2002-06-16
The spread of AIDS in Kerman Province has been reported, with 186 confirmed cases and an estimated 4,000 to 5,000 infections. Most affected individuals are…
FIFA's High Scores for World Cup Organizers
FIFA President Sepp Blatter praised the organization of the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea, highlighting the excellent quality of football and the…
Under the Microscope: The Impact of the Loya Jirga on Regional Security - 2002-06-14
Ali Reza Nourizadeh analyzes the Loya Jirga's role in enhancing regional security and fostering unity among Afghan factions. He asserts that positive intentions in Afghanistan…
Under the Microscope: Khatami's Letter to the Conference of Religions - 2002-06-14
The article discusses Khatami's letter to a religious conference and highlights significant political events, including the Belgian Foreign Minister's visit to Iran, the rise in…
NATO Security is Not at Risk - 2002-06-14
The U.S. Department of Defense reassures that NATO's security is not compromised despite claims that satellite dish users can access spy images. A British individual…
Castro Leads March of Millions of Cubans in Support of Constitutional Reform - 2002-06-13
Fidel Castro led a massive march in Cuba supporting a constitutional reform that solidifies the socialist system. This event follows a petition by pro-democracy dissidents…
Human Rights Watch Criticizes Veto of Torture Prohibition Bill
Human Rights Watch has criticized the Iranian Guardian Council for vetoing a bill that would prohibit the use of torture during interrogations. This veto contradicts…
Sharon Meets Blair in London - 2002-06-12
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is in London to meet with British Prime Minister Tony Blair to discuss Middle East peace efforts. This meeting follows…
Fidel Castro Calls on Cubans to March Against U.S. Policies - 2002-06-12
Fidel Castro has urged Cubans to march nationwide in support of his government and against U.S. policies. This call follows a pro-government group's demand for…
Thabo Mbeki's Proposal at the African Union - 2002-06-07
Thabo Mbeki proposed new measures for the African Union to enforce minimum standards among member states to attract foreign investment. This initiative was discussed at…
Ecevit's Illness Sparks Calls for His Resignation
Prime Minister Blent Ecevit of Turkey is facing health issues that have prevented him from attending crucial political meetings, leading to calls for his resignation.…
U.S. and U.K. Pressure on India and Pakistan Regarding Kashmir Dispute - 2002-06-05
U.S. and U.K. officials are pressuring India and Pakistan to avoid conflict over Kashmir. This comes amid rising tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations. The…
Under the Microscope: Explosion in Northern Israel and the Prospects for Peace in the Middle East - 2002-06-05
An explosion in northern Israel is believed to have been aimed at derailing CIA Director George Tenet's peace mission. Alireza Noorizadeh highlights the Islamic Republic's…
Mexico 1, Croatia 0 - June 3, 2002
Mexico defeated Croatia 1-0 in a World Cup match, with a key moment being a red card issued to Croatian defender Boris Zikovic for a…
Best Players of Day Three - 2002-06-02
The article highlights the best players from the third day of the World Cup, including Francisco Arce, Juan Verón, Sol Campbell, and Raúl González. Their…
Increased Autonomy for Serbia and Montenegro - 2002-06-01
The Federal Parliament of Yugoslavia has approved a plan to grant greater autonomy to Serbia and Montenegro, which will now be referred to as the…
Yugoslav Parliament Approves National Reconstruction Plan - 2002-06-01
The Federal Parliament of Yugoslavia has approved a reconstruction plan that grants more autonomy to Serbia and Montenegro. This decision follows prior approvals from both…