February 2002
U.S. Anti-Terrorism Cooperation with Georgia - February 28, 2002
The U.S. has initiated anti-terrorism cooperation with Georgia by providing military helicopters and training. This move is aimed at combating al-Qaeda members reportedly hiding in…
Training of Afghanistan's Future National Army - 2002-02-26
The British-led peacekeeping force has commenced training the first unit of Afghanistan's future national army in Kabul. This initiative aims to create a 600-member force…
Joint Anti-Terrorism Military Exercises Between the U.S. and the Philippines - 2002-02-26
President Gloria Arroyo of the Philippines supports joint military exercises with the U.S. aimed at combating the Abu Sayyaf insurgent group. Approximately 660 U.S. troops…
American Helicopter Crashes in Southern Philippines - 2002-02-24
An American Chinook helicopter crashed in the southern Philippines, with all ten crew members presumed dead. General Donald Worster confirmed that recovery efforts are underway.…
Death of Three Americans in Helicopter Crash
Three Americans died in a helicopter crash during joint anti-terrorism exercises in the Philippines, with seven others missing. The incident highlights ongoing U.S. military involvement…
Philippine Gunboats Searching for 7 American Soldiers in Bohol Sea - 2002-02-23
Philippine gunboats are searching for 7 American soldiers after their helicopter crashed during anti-terrorism exercises. The crash occurred while returning from a mission to train…
Turkish Police Arrest Three Arab Men on Suspicion of Plotting Attack on Israel
Turkish police have arrested three Arab men, identified as two Palestinians and one Jordanian, for allegedly plotting an attack on Israel. They reportedly received training…