July 2002
Discriminatory Anti-Terrorism Laws in Britain - 2002-07-30
A UK Immigration Office jury ruled that the new anti-terrorism law is discriminatory as it permits only the detention of foreigners. Nine foreign nationals detained…
Final Decision on Attack Against Iraq Not Yet Made - 2002-07-25
Tony Blair announced that a decision on a military operation against Iraq has not yet been made, expressing skepticism about upcoming negotiations with Iraqi officials.…
Attack on Southern Iraq - July 24, 2002
On July 24, 2002, the U.S. conducted an airstrike in southern Iraq, resulting in one death and 22 injuries according to Iraqi sources. The U.S.…
An Environmental Group Attempts to Prevent the Movement of Two Nuclear Fuel Ships
Greenpeace is blocking two nuclear fuel ships traveling from Japan to Britain due to safety concerns regarding the contracting company. The ships have slowed down…
Indictment Issued Against Suspect Leading Greek Terrorist Group - 2002-07-20
An indictment has been issued against Alexandros Giotopoulos, a suspected leader of the November 17 terrorist group, for six murders since 1975. He was arrested…
The Threat from Iraq Must Be Eliminated - 2002-07-19
Turkish Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit expressed a preference for non-military solutions to U.S.-Iraq tensions, following U.S. intentions to remove Saddam Hussein. Paul Wolfowitz emphasized the…
Moscow's Concern Over Potential Western Attack on Iraq - 2002-07-16
Russian Defense Minister Igor Ivanov expressed Moscow's ongoing concerns about a potential Western military attack on Iraq after meeting with British Defense Minister Geoff Hoon.…
American Peacekeepers Temporarily Exempted from Possible Prosecution by International Criminal Court
The UN Security Council has passed a resolution temporarily exempting American peacekeepers from prosecution by the International Criminal Court. This decision, supported by the US,…
Agreement Between French and British Officials to Close Refugee Camp
French and British officials have agreed to close the Sangatte refugee camp by April, following concerns over illegal immigration. The camp, which houses around 1,500…
Leader of the Nation of Islam Visits Iraq - 2002-07-06
Louis Farrakhan, leader of the Nation of Islam, visited Iraq to prevent a potential U.S. military attack. His discussions with Iraqi leaders follow failed UN…
Two Ships Carrying Nuclear Fuel from Japan to Britain
Two ships carrying nuclear fuel are traveling from Japan to Britain, raising concerns about potential terrorist attacks on the cargo. The UK Atomic Energy Authority…
Turkey Takes Command of Forces Stationed at Kabul Airport from Britain - 2002-07-01
Turkey has taken over command of the forces at Kabul airport from Britain, following its earlier command of international peacekeeping forces. The arrival of the…
Possibility of Terrorist Attack on Independence Day in the U.S.
A recent poll indicates that a majority of Americans believe a terrorist attack could happen on July 4th, Independence Day. Despite this concern, most are…
Fifth Anniversary of Hong Kong's Return to China - 2002-07-01
Jiang Zemin, the President of China, attended the fifth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China, with significant security measures in place. Local protesters were…