September 2002
Exaggeration in the Amount of Uranium Discovered in Turkey
Turkish police have clarified that the amount of uranium seized from two smugglers is significantly less than initially reported, with the actual amount being around…
Seizure of Smuggled Uranium in Turkey - 2002-09-28
Turkish security forces seized over 15 kg of smuggled uranium and arrested two Turkish citizens involved in the trafficking. The uranium, valued at $5 million,…
In Mexico, Two Generals Charged with Killing 134 People
Two Mexican generals have been charged with the murder of 134 leftist dissidents during the Dirty War. This development is part of President Vicente Fox's…
Misappropriation of 2 Million Dollars in Financial Aid by Police Officers in Colombia - 2002-09-28
Prosecutors in Colombia have charged 82 police officers with misusing 2 million dollars in U.S. aid for drug enforcement. The accused, including a former police…
Milosevic War Crimes Tribunal in Bosnia-Herzegovina - 2002-09-26
The trial of Slobodan Milosevic resumed today, focusing on war crimes in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Prosecutors allege he aimed to ethnically cleanse the region of non-Serbs during…
Arrest of 2 Islamist Suspects of Militancy by Pakistani Security Forces - 2002-09-23
Pakistani security forces arrested two Islamist militants in Karachi, seizing explosives and weapons. This follows the arrest of three others suspected of plotting to free…
Calendar Day, September 22: The Efforts of the Colonists Against the British Empire - 2002-09-22
On September 22, 1776, Nathan Hale, a schoolteacher and American colonist, was executed by the British Empire for espionage during the American Revolutionary War. This…
Arrest of a Former Sudanese Pilot
A former Sudanese pilot has been arrested in the U.S. on suspicion of planning a suicide attack similar to 9/11, though he denies the allegations…
Following Failed Coup Conspiracy, Clashes Continue in Ivory Coast - 2002-09-20
Clashes between government forces and rebels continue in Ivory Coast following a failed coup attempt. The government claims to have suppressed the uprising, but rebels…
Conviction of a Farmer for Murder - 2002-09-18
A white farmer in Zimbabwe, Philip Bezuidenhout, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for the murder of a black man, Fabian Mapenzauswa, who had…
Plan to Oust the President of South Africa by Extremists - 2002-09-18
A group of white extremists in South Africa planned to forcibly remove the President, leading to the arrest of 10 individuals. Nelson Mandela condemned this…
Sixth Member of Al-Qaeda Terrorist Group Arrested in Buffalo
Mukhtar al-Bakri, the sixth member of an Al-Qaeda cell in Buffalo, has been arrested and charged with aiding terrorism. Five accomplices have also been charged,…
The U.S. Receives Al-Qaeda Suspects from Pakistan - 2002-09-17
The U.S. has taken custody of five Al-Qaeda suspects from Pakistan, including Ramzi bin al-Shibh, who is linked to the September 11 attacks. This transfer…
The U.S. Requests Extradition of Ramzi bin al-Shibh - 2002-09-16
The U.S. has requested the extradition of Ramzi bin al-Shibh, a key suspect in the September 11 attacks, from Pakistan. Germany has retracted its earlier…
American Muslim Students Banned from Miami Hospital - 2002-09-16
Three American Muslim medical students were banned from a Miami hospital after a false report suggested they were involved in a terrorist plot. This incident…
Sixth Member of Buffalo Terrorist Unit Arrested
The FBI has arrested Mokhtar Al-Bakri, the sixth suspect linked to a terrorist unit in Buffalo, New York. This follows the earlier arrests of five…
A Palestinian Arrested on Charges of Preparing a Suicide Bombing Attack - 2002-09-15
A Palestinian man was arrested near Jenin for allegedly preparing a suicide bombing. Israeli forces intensified security ahead of Yom Kippur and discovered bomb-making materials.…
Trial of Three Accused of Bombing Outside US Consulate in Karachi Delayed
The trial of three individuals accused of a bombing outside the US consulate in Karachi has been delayed until September 24 due to changes in…
Five Yemeni-American Individuals Arrested in Northeastern New York
Five Yemeni-American individuals were arrested in New York for allegedly supporting an Al-Qaeda cell. They remain in custody without bail, and their arrest comes just…
What Information Does Ramzi bin al-Shibh Have?
The U.S. is seeking extradition of Ramzi bin al-Shibh, a senior al-Qaeda official arrested in Karachi, to gather intelligence about his involvement in the September…
28 People Arrested for Lying to Obtain Jobs at Florida Airports - 2002-09-07
28 individuals were arrested in Florida for providing false information to secure employment at airports. This operation is part of broader security measures implemented after…
The Spread of AIDS in China - 2002-09-06
The Chinese Ministry of Health has acknowledged that AIDS is becoming an epidemic, with 1 million infected and a potential rise to 10 million in…
Karim Shati May Be Released on Bail
Karim Shati, a Swedish citizen of Tunisian descent, was arrested for allegedly attempting to hijack a plane after a loaded gun was found in his…
UK Police Arrest 15 Heathrow Airport Employees
UK police have arrested 15 Heathrow Airport employees for immigration violations and fraud, with ongoing operations expected to lead to more arrests. This incident highlights…
Mr. Shati Challenges His Detention
Mr. Karim Sadouq Shati, a Tunisian-Swedish citizen, is accused of planning to hijack a plane to attack the U.S. embassy in Europe and has challenged…
Amnesty International - Government of the United Kingdom - 2002-09-05
Amnesty International has criticized the UK government for the harsh treatment of terrorism suspects in high-security prisons and the indefinite detention of foreign individuals without…
Trial of Marwan Barghouti - 2002-09-05
Marwan Barghouti, a prominent Palestinian leader, is facing trial in Israel for allegedly planning terrorist attacks. He claims to represent the Palestinian people and argues…
Swedish Court Orders Suspect in English Plane Hijacking to Remain in Custody for Two Weeks
A Swedish court has ordered Karim Shati, a Tunisian-Swedish citizen, to remain in custody for two weeks while investigating his alleged attempt to hijack a…