September 2002
Washington Representative in Congress: UN Sanctions Against Iraq Have Caused Significant Harm to the People
Three Democratic Congress members visiting Iraq argue that war is not the solution to the weapons issue and highlight the severe impact of UN sanctions…
Discussions Between Weapons Inspectors and Iraqi Officials Begin in Vienna - 2002-09-30
UN weapons inspectors have started discussions with Iraqi officials in Vienna to plan their return after a four-year absence. The talks aim to ensure no…
Arafat Exits Siege
Yasser Arafat emerged from his besieged headquarters in Ramallah after Israeli soldiers withdrew following international pressure. He criticized the Israeli actions as deceptive and stated…
Tony Blair: The Security Council Will Ask Iraq to Surrender Its Weapons of Mass Destruction - 2002-09-29
Tony Blair announced that the UN Security Council is expected to demand Iraq surrender its weapons of mass destruction. He indicated that military action by…
Yasser Arafat Exits His Besieged Building in Ramallah - 2002-09-29
Yasser Arafat emerged from his besieged headquarters in Ramallah after Israeli soldiers withdrew slightly due to international pressure. He raised his fingers in a victory…
U.S. Diplomatic Efforts to Pass Resolution Against Iraq - 2002-09-28
The U.S. is actively seeking support from Russia for a UN resolution demanding Iraq's disarmament or facing military action. Mark Grossman, the U.S. Deputy Secretary…
Taha Yasin Ramadan: Iraq Rejects UN Resolution - 2002-09-28
Iraq's Vice President Taha Yasin Ramadan announced the country's rejection of a proposed UN resolution concerning disarmament and potential military action. This situation arises amid…
East Timor Becomes a Member of the United Nations
East Timor has officially joined the United Nations as its 191st member, following a resolution proposed by Portugal. President Xanana Gusmão will address the General…
Germany and France: Rumsfeld Did Not Provide New Information on Iraq in Warsaw
Germany and France criticized U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld for not providing new evidence on Iraq's weapons of mass destruction during a NATO meeting. Several…
Putin: Political Solution for Iraq Crisis - 2002-09-26
Vladimir Putin emphasizes the need for a political solution to the Iraq crisis through existing UN resolutions, rejecting the need for new ones. The US…
Sharon: Those Under Siege Are the Greatest Killers in the World
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon defends the siege of Yasser Arafat's headquarters, labeling those inside as terrorists. The siege has drawn international criticism due to…
President Bush Meets with Congress Members to Approve Resolution Against Iraq - 2002-09-26
President Bush met with Congress members to push for a resolution supporting military action against Iraq. This meeting follows criticism from Senate Democrats about national…
Interview with: Dr. Hanan Ashrawi and Saeb Erekat - 2002-09-26
An interview with Dr. Hanan Ashrawi and Saeb Erekat discusses the Palestinian perspective on the ongoing Middle East crisis. Shimon Peres, Israel's Foreign Minister, asserts…
Iraq Can Use Weapons of Mass Destruction Within One Hour - 2002-09-25
The article discusses a report by British Prime Minister Tony Blair that claims Iraq has an active weapons of mass destruction program and could deploy…
Israel Refuses to Implement UN Resolution - 2002-09-25
Israel is refusing to comply with a UN resolution that calls for an end to the siege of Yasser Arafat's headquarters. The situation involves demands…
Under the Microscope: Examination of the Security Council Resolution - 2002-09-25
The article discusses the recent Security Council resolution aimed at addressing terrorism and the Israeli military presence in Palestinian territories. It also highlights correspondence between…
Continued Discussion on President Bush's Resolution in Congress - 2002-09-24
The U.S. Congress is debating President Bush's resolution for military action against Iraq, with expectations of approval in the House this week. Bush is pushing…
Israel Continues Siege of Arafat's Headquarters - 2002-09-24
Israel is maintaining its siege of Yasser Arafat's headquarters in Ramallah despite a UN Security Council resolution calling for its end. The siege is linked…
Yasser Arafat Continues to Refuse Israel's Request
Yasser Arafat is refusing Israel's demand to provide names of individuals trapped with him in his besieged headquarters. This situation escalated following recent suicide bombings,…
Al Gore Urges President Bush to Exercise Caution - 2002-09-24
Former Vice President Al Gore is calling for caution as President Bush pushes for a strong UN resolution against Iraq. Gore emphasizes the importance of…
Rumsfeld's Proposal for Establishing a Rapid Reaction Force - 2002-09-24
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld proposed a 20,000-strong rapid reaction force for NATO to enhance military readiness and respond swiftly to global crises. This proposal…
Iran Reiterates Opposition to U.S. Attack on Iraq - 2002-09-22
Iran's Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi expressed the country's firm opposition to a potential U.S. military attack on Iraq, emphasizing the need for UN oversight. He…
Iraq Says It Will Reject Any New Resolution Passed by the United Nations - 2002-09-22
Iraq has declared it will reject any new UN resolution that contradicts its agreements with Kofi Annan. This comes amid US and UK efforts to…
President Bush Requests Congress Approval for Disarming Iraq - 2002-09-20
President Bush is seeking congressional approval to take military action against Iraq to disarm it and remove Saddam Hussein. This move comes ahead of the…
Draft Resolution Supporting Potential Military Action Against Iraq Sent to Congress - 2002-09-19
President Bush is sending a draft resolution to Congress that supports potential military action against Iraq, emphasizing the threat posed by Saddam Hussein. Defense Secretary…
Draft Resolution by President Bush Against Saddam - 2002-09-19
President Bush is sending a draft resolution to Congress to authorize military action against Saddam Hussein in Iraq. The resolution would grant him broad powers…
President Bush Meets with Congressional Leaders - 2002-09-18
President Bush is discussing Iraq with congressional leaders, emphasizing that the UN should not be misled by Iraq's inspection proposal. Tom Daschle anticipates a congressional…
The United Nations Security Council is Unsure How to Proceed with Iraq - 2002-09-18
The UN Security Council is divided over how to address Iraq, with the U.S. advocating for disarmament resolutions while Russia and China support Iraq's proposal…
Mandela Condemns U.S. Reaction to Iraq - 2002-09-17
Nelson Mandela criticized the U.S. for its uncertain response to Iraq's reinstatement of UN weapons inspectors. He urged global leaders to oppose the U.S. stance,…
President Bush: If the United Nations Does Not Act, America Will Act Decisively
President Bush warned that the US would take decisive action against Iraq if the UN fails to act on weapons of mass destruction. Colin Powell…
Powell Meets with Members of the Security Council - 2002-09-16
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is advocating for a UN resolution to allow weapons inspectors back into Iraq, while Iraqi Foreign Minister Najafi Sabri…
Jack Straw: The General Assembly Must Clarify What Consequences Iraq Should Expect
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw urged the UN General Assembly to make clear the consequences for Iraq if it fails to comply with UN resolutions,…
Arab Ministers Urge Iraq to Allow UN Inspectors to Return - 2002-09-15
Arab foreign ministers have called on Iraq to permit the return of UN weapons inspectors, emphasizing support for Iraq's sovereignty while demanding compliance with UN…
Russia's Position on Iraq - 2002-09-14
Igor Ivanov, Russia's Foreign Minister, emphasizes the need for a diplomatic resolution to the Iraq crisis through the UN. He did not clarify Russia's stance…
Musharraf: War to Overthrow Saddam Hussein Will Not Affect Fight Against Terrorism
Pervez Musharraf expressed that a military intervention to remove Saddam Hussein would not influence the fight against terrorism in Afghanistan but could destabilize South Asia.…
Powell: Any New Resolution Must Include a Deadline for Inspectors' Return
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell emphasized the need for a new UN resolution on Iraq to include a deadline for weapons inspectors' return. President…
Europe's Reaction to President Bush's Statements - 2002-09-13
The European Union has expressed support for President Bush's commitment to work with the UN on disarming Iraq. German Chancellor Schröder supports this cooperation but…
Washington Calls for Swift Action and a Timetable
Washington is urging Iraq to surrender its weapons of mass destruction within a short timeframe, warning of serious consequences if it fails to comply. President…
Visit of an Unofficial American Delegation to Iraq - 2002-09-13
An unofficial American delegation, led by Congressman Nick Rahall, has arrived in Iraq to promote peace and dialogue between the U.S. and Iraq. The mission…
President Bush's Speech at the United Nations - 2002-09-12
President Bush is addressing the UN General Assembly to outline a plan against Saddam Hussein's Iraq, urging global leaders to pressure Iraq for the return…
President Bush: The United Nations Must Fulfill Its Duties - 2002-09-12
President Bush warned that military action against Iraq would be unavoidable if the UN fails to enforce its resolutions. He urged the UN to act…
American Legislators' Reaction to President Bush's Speech - 2002-09-12
American legislators have reacted positively to President Bush's UN speech, with some calling for military action against Iraq. Tom Daschle emphasizes the need for clarity…
Britain's Request to the United Nations - 2002-09-12
Britain is seeking a UN resolution to compel Iraq to disarm its weapons of mass destruction. Defense Minister Geoff Hoon emphasizes the importance of explaining…
President Bush: Iraq's Pursuit of Weapons of Mass Destruction is an International Dilemma - 2002-09-11
President Bush emphasizes that Iraq's pursuit of weapons of mass destruction poses a global challenge that requires a united response. Following the September 11 attacks,…
Weapons of Mass Destruction: A Challenge for the International Community - 2002-09-11
Kofi Annan has warned the U.S. against unilateral military action in Iraq without UN approval, citing potential unforeseen consequences. President Bush views Iraq's pursuit of…
European Union Disagreements Over Iraq - 2002-09-10
The European Union is experiencing internal disagreements regarding the approach to Iraq, with Romano Prodi opposing a U.S. military attack without UN approval. Meanwhile, British…
U.S. Secretary of State: The World Community Should Be Angry at Iraq's Actions - 2002-09-08
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell expressed that the international community should be outraged by Iraq's violations of UN resolutions. He emphasized the need for…
Tony Blair: Saddam Hussein Must Understand That Eventually UN Resolutions Will Be Implemented - 2002-09-08
Tony Blair emphasized that Saddam Hussein needs to recognize that UN resolutions on Iraq will eventually be enforced. This statement followed discussions with President Bush,…
Activities of Some Members of Congress - 2002-09-06
300 U.S. Congress members are in New York for a special session marking the first anniversary of the September 11 attacks, presided over by Vice…
President Bush's Efforts to Oust Saddam - 2002-09-06
President Bush is trying to convince global leaders to support military action against Saddam Hussein. He is in talks with leaders from China, Russia, and…
Tariq Aziz: Iraq is Ready to Reduce Existing Tensions with the U.S.
Tariq Aziz announced Iraq's readiness to work with the UN to ease tensions with the U.S. after meeting with Kofi Annan. This cooperation includes the…
Europe: Iraq Must Immediately Allow UN Weapons Inspectors to Return
The European Union's foreign ministers are urging Iraq to allow UN weapons inspectors to return immediately to investigate weapons of mass destruction. This demand follows…