October 2002
President Bush is Committed to Protecting the American People According to the Constitution - 2002-10-31
Secretary of State Colin Powell emphasized that the U.S. will act independently regarding Iraq, asserting President Bush's constitutional commitment to protect Americans. This comes as…
Baghdad Claims Readiness to Confront the U.S.
Baghdad asserts its readiness to defend against a potential U.S. invasion as Iraqi newspapers call on the UN Security Council to resist U.S. pressure. U.S.…
Bush's Meeting with Hans Blix, Head of UN Weapons Inspectors - 2002-10-30
President Bush met with Hans Blix, head of UN weapons inspectors, to discuss the U.S. draft resolution for disarming Iraq. The meeting comes amid reports…
Germany Will Not Support Attack on Iraq - 2002-10-30
Germany's Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer is visiting Washington to announce that Germany will not support a military attack on Iraq. This visit follows Chancellor Schröder's…
The UN Does Not Have Much Time Regarding Iraq - 2002-10-30
The White House is urging the UN to take decisive action regarding Iraq, indicating that discussions have been extensive but need to conclude. Iraq has…
President Bush Calls for UN Security Council Resolution - 2002-10-29
President Bush is pushing for a UN Security Council resolution regarding weapons inspections in Iraq, contingent on the Council's progress by next week. The situation…
Colin Powell: The Security Council Must Agree on Disarming Iraq This Week - 2002-10-27
Colin Powell urged the UN Security Council to agree on a resolution for disarming Iraq within the week, emphasizing the need for decisive action. This…
The Security Council Begins Discussions on the U.S. Proposed Resolution for Disarming Iraq - 2002-10-27
The UN Security Council is starting discussions on a U.S. resolution for disarming Iraq, warning of serious consequences if Iraq does not cooperate. France and…
US Request to the Security Council - 2002-10-26
The US has urged the UN Security Council to approve a resolution for the return of weapons inspectors to Iraq, warning of serious consequences if…
Russia and France's Observations on the US Resolution - 2002-10-26
Russia and France are working to amend a US resolution demanding Iraq's cooperation with UN weapons inspectors. The US plans to vote on this resolution…
Jiang Zemin's Talks with President Bush - 2002-10-25
Jiang Zemin, the Chinese President, expressed China's readiness to collaborate with the U.S. on terrorism and weapons of mass destruction during a speech in Houston.…
End of the First Round of UN Discussions on the US Proposed Resolution
The UN Security Council has wrapped up its first discussions on a US resolution demanding Iraq's complete disarmament, with further confidential talks planned. US Ambassador…
The U.S. Calls for Acceleration in the Approval of a Resolution Against Iraq - 2002-10-23
The U.S. is pressing for a swift approval of a revised UN resolution aimed at disarming Iraq. Secretary of State Colin Powell is actively engaging…
Visit of the President of China to America - 2002-10-23
Jiang Zemin, the President of China, visited the U.S. for discussions with former President George Bush. Key topics include North Korea's nuclear program, China-Taiwan relations,…
President Bush: The Goal of the U.S. in Iraq is Still Disarmament and Regime Change - 2002-10-22
President Bush reaffirmed the U.S. goals in Iraq as disarmament and regime change, citing Saddam Hussein's failure to eliminate weapons of mass destruction. The U.S.…
Russia Dissatisfied with New US Resolution Proposal to the UN Regarding Iraq - 2002-10-22
Russia has expressed dissatisfaction with a new US resolution proposal to the UN regarding Iraq, stating it offers little change from previous drafts and lacks…
Oil Prices Decline in Global Markets - 2002-10-21
Oil prices are declining globally as expectations rise for a potential UN resolution regarding Iraq. Brent crude oil prices fell to $27.37 per barrel, while…
UN Weapons Inspection Chief to Visit Moscow
Hans Blix, the head of the UN weapons inspection team, is set to visit Moscow to discuss the return of inspectors to Iraq amid concerns…
The United States Submits a New Resolution on Iraq to the Security Council - 2002-10-21
The U.S. is set to submit a new resolution to the UN Security Council concerning Iraq, emphasizing strict weapons inspections and potential consequences for non-compliance.…
Leaders of French-speaking Communities Emphasize the Priority of the UN's Role in Iraq
Leaders of 56 French-speaking communities met in Beirut and stressed that disarmament efforts in Iraq should be led by the UN. They called for Iraq…
The UN Security Council Seems to Be Approaching Compromise
The UN Security Council is moving towards a compromise regarding Iraq, following the US's withdrawal of a request for military action against Iraq. Key players…
The United States Will Present Another Draft Resolution to the United Nations - 2002-10-18
The U.S. is preparing to submit a new draft resolution to the UN that does not allow for military action against Iraq unless it fails…
Conference of French-speaking Countries Entitled 'Dialogue of Civilizations' - 2002-10-18
The conference of French-speaking countries, led by Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, was held in Lebanon to discuss the theme of 'Dialogue of Civilizations.' Bouteflika emphasized…
Russia and France Prefer Diplomatic Solutions Over War Regarding Iraq - 2002-10-18
Russia and France are advocating for diplomatic measures rather than military intervention to address Iraq's weapons of mass destruction. This stance follows discussions between Russian…
UN Security Council Meeting on Iraq Resolution - 2002-10-17
The UN Security Council is discussing a new resolution for Iraq's disarmament, with Kofi Annan emphasizing the seriousness of Iraq's non-compliance. While most countries recognize…
Negotiations for Agreement on Iraq Resolution - 2002-10-17
Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov and U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell discussed Iraq's disarmament in a phone call, agreeing on the need for quick…
The United Nations Must Protect Global Security - 2002-10-16
President Bush signed a resolution permitting military action against Iraq, emphasizing the UN's role in global security. The UN Security Council is discussing a new…
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Support for the Security Council Does Not Confirm Military Attack on Iraq - 2002-10-15
Saudi Arabia has confirmed it will not support a U.S. military attack on Iraq, despite urging Iraq to comply with UN resolutions regarding weapons inspections.…
Despite the Likelihood of War, the Economy Should Not Be Overlooked - 2002-10-12
President Bush emphasizes the need for military action against Iraq following congressional approval, while also stressing the importance of addressing the weak economy. Democrats argue…
The United States is United Against Iraq - 2002-10-12
President Bush has endorsed a resolution permitting military action against Iraq, emphasizing a unified U.S. stance on the threat posed by Saddam Hussein. The resolution…
The Senate Will Also Grant President Bush Authority to Attack Iraq - 2002-10-11
The U.S. Senate is poised to pass a resolution granting President Bush the authority to attack Iraq, following the House's lead. This move is seen…
Congress Authorizes President to Use Military Force Against Iraq - 2002-10-11
The U.S. Congress has authorized President Bush to use military force against Iraq to disarm it. This resolution was passed by both the Senate and…
Russia May Agree to New Security Council Resolution
Russian President Vladimir Putin indicated that Russia might agree to a new UN Security Council resolution for the return of weapons inspectors to Iraq after…
Tariq Aziz: Iraq is Ready for a Possible American Attack!
Tariq Aziz, Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister, announced Iraq's readiness for a potential U.S. military attack during a press conference in Beirut. His comments come in…
Under the Microscope: Analysis of the Approval of the War Powers Resolution for the U.S. President - 2002-10-11
The article discusses the approval of the War Powers Resolution for the U.S. President in relation to Iraq and international terrorism, alongside a critique of…
Tony Blair Visits Moscow to Persuade Vladimir Putin
Tony Blair is in Moscow to convince Vladimir Putin to support a new UN resolution on Iraq. The UK and US seek to enhance inspector…
President Bush: The Rogue State of Iraq is Spending Its Last Days - 2002-10-11
President Bush declared that Iraq is nearing its end as a rogue state following Congress's approval of military action against it. This decision emphasizes Iraq's…
Increasing Congressional Support for President Bush - 2002-10-10
Congress is increasingly supporting President Bush's resolution to use military force against Iraq if it does not disarm. Key Democratic senators, including Tom Daschle, have…
Efforts to Garner Russian Support - 2002-10-10
UK Prime Minister Tony Blair visited Russia to seek support for a new UN Security Council resolution against Iraq. The resolution aims to increase access…
Saddam Hussein Will Use Terrorist Tactics - 2002-10-10
The Bush administration cites a CIA assessment indicating that Saddam Hussein may use terrorist tactics if threatened, reinforcing calls for military action. Lawmakers from both…
Powell: Approval of Presidential War Powers Bill Strengthens Diplomatic Efforts
George Tenet warns that Saddam Hussein may resort to terrorism if he feels threatened by a U.S. military attack. Colin Powell argues that granting the…
President Bush to Emphasize the Need for Force Against Iraq in His Speech - 2002-10-07
President Bush is set to deliver a speech emphasizing the need for military action against Iraq, coinciding with a congressional resolution that could grant him…
End of Iraqi Foreign Minister's Trip to Gain Regional Support
Iraqi Foreign Minister Najy Sabri is concluding a trip to Gulf countries to seek support against a potential U.S. military attack. He has met with…
President Bush Mediates Labor Disputes at Ports - 2002-10-07
President Bush is intervening in a labor dispute that has shut down all U.S. West Coast ports for eight days, severely impacting trade with Asia…
King of Bahrain Urges Iraq to Comply with UN Resolutions
King Hamad of Bahrain has called on Iraq to follow UN resolutions to prevent a U.S. military attack, welcoming Iraq's decision to allow UN weapons…
Israeli Soldiers Target Palestinian Teen with Gunfire
Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Palestinian teenager in Nablus during clashes. This incident coincides with Yasser Arafat's signing of a law declaring Jerusalem the…
U.S. Secretary of State's Talks with Hans Blix - 2002-10-05
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell met with Hans Blix and Mohamed ElBaradei to discuss Iraq's disarmament and the need for unrestricted inspections for weapons…
Approval of Military Resolution Against Iraq - 2002-10-04
The U.S. House Foreign Relations Committee approved a resolution granting the President military authority against Iraq, despite attempts to weaken it. This sets the stage…
Jordan Urges Iraq to Accept Any New Resolution
Jordan has called on Iraq to accept any new UN resolutions to prevent a potential U.S. military attack. This is significant as it reflects Jordan's…
Meeting of UN Inspectors Chief with Colin Powell - 2002-10-04
Hans Blix, the UN weapons inspectors chief, is meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell to discuss the return of inspectors to Iraq. Blix…
Putin Calls for the Quick Return of Inspectors to Iraq
Russian President Vladimir Putin has urged for the rapid return of UN weapons inspectors to Iraq, emphasizing Russia's opposition to a new Security Council resolution…
Security Council's Decision on Approving a New Resolution Against Iraq - 2002-10-04
The UN Security Council is considering a new resolution against Iraq, supported by the U.S., as weapons inspectors prepare to enter the country. Hans Blix,…
Voting on President Bush's Proposed Resolution - 2002-10-03
The U.S. Congress is voting on a resolution that would grant President Bush the authority to take military action against Iraq if it fails to…
Hans Blix's Report on Agreement with Iraq - 2002-10-03
Hans Blix is presenting a report on Iraq's agreement to unlimited weapons inspections to the UN Security Council. The U.S. and Britain demand no restrictions…
Under the Microscope: Agreement Among U.S. Congressional Leaders on Iraq Resolution - 2002-10-03
U.S. congressional leaders have reached an agreement on a resolution concerning Iraq, which has the backing of the White House. The article questions the implications…
Clinton: Any Military Action Must Be Conducted Through the United Nations
Former President Bill Clinton emphasized the necessity of UN approval for military actions during a Labour Party meeting in England. He supported the efforts of…
Colin Powell: Inspectors Should Not Return to Iraq Without a Strong UN Resolution - 2002-10-02
Colin Powell emphasized that UN weapons inspectors should not return to Iraq without a strong Security Council resolution outlining the consequences of Iraq's non-cooperation. This…
Russian Foreign Minister's Comments on Possible UN Security Council Resolution Against Iraq - 2002-10-02
Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov indicated that Russia is open to considering a new UN resolution for the return of weapons inspectors to Iraq, pending…
Britain Deems Iraq's Agreement on Inspections Insufficient - 2002-10-02
Britain has expressed that the recent agreement allowing UN weapons inspectors to return to Iraq is not enough. Jack Straw emphasized the need for a…
President Bush Seeks Congressional Approval for Action Against Iraq - 2002-10-02
President Bush is seeking Congressional approval for military action against Iraq, emphasizing that he will not accept limitations on military force. The White House argues…
Russia Welcomes Iraq's Agreement on Inspections
Russia has welcomed Iraq's agreement to allow UN weapons inspectors to return, indicating compliance with existing Security Council resolutions. This development is significant as it…
Agreement between the House of Representatives and Bush for Resolution Against Iraq - 2002-10-02
President Bush and the House of Representatives have agreed on a resolution permitting military action against Iraq. Dick Gephardt announced the agreement, emphasizing the need…
Baghdad Opposes New Resolution - 2002-10-02
Baghdad has rejected the U.S. request for a new UN resolution on weapons inspections, claiming existing resolutions are adequate. Tariq Aziz emphasized the unacceptability of…
President Bush Has Not Yet Made a Decision on War - 2002-10-02
White House spokesman Ari Fleischer indicated that President Bush has not yet decided on military action against Iraq, but welcomes any form of regime change,…
Under the Microscope: Analysis of the Iraqi Foreign Minister's Visit to Tehran - 2002-10-01
The article examines the Iraqi Foreign Minister's visit to Tehran and the parliamentary opposition to it, alongside the rejection of a resolution on women's divorce…
British Foreign Secretary Does Not Rule Out Joining the U.S. for Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-10-01
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw indicated that the UK may join the U.S. in military action against Iraq if the UN Security Council fails to…
Tony Blair: Let Saddam Comply with the United Nations' Demands - 2002-10-01
Tony Blair emphasized the need for Saddam Hussein to comply with UN demands, warning that inaction could weaken the UN. He also called for negotiations…
U.S. Senate Discussions on Presidential Powers - 2002-10-01
The U.S. Senate is starting discussions on a resolution that would grant President Bush military powers regarding Iraq. Bush seeks a resolution that emphasizes U.S.…
U.S. Senate Begins Debate on Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-10-01
The U.S. Senate is starting discussions on a resolution that would authorize military action against Iraq. This involves the President's ability to use force and…
Jerusalem is the Capital of Israel - 2002-10-01
President Bush signed a bill recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital, but stated it is not binding on U.S. policy. This has drawn condemnation from Arab…