November 2002
Ceremony to Confirm the Law for the New Department of Homeland Security at the White House - 2002-11-25
President Bush is confirming the establishment of the new Department of Homeland Security, marking a significant reorganization of the U.S. government. Tom Ridge will be…
Weekly Radio Message from President Bush - 2002-11-23
President Bush announced the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security and praised NATO's expansion in his weekly radio address. He emphasized the importance of…
Chinese Cartoonists at the House of Cartoon in Iran - November 19, 2002
Chinese cartoonists are showcasing their works in Iran amid significant changes in China's Communist Party leadership. The exhibition features politically charged cartoons addressing issues like…
Iranian Islamist Conservatives Clash with Reformist Students
Iranian Islamist conservatives clashed with reformist students at Tehran University over the demand for the release of a professor sentenced to death. The students celebrated…
Venezuelan President Takes Control of Police Force - 2002-11-17
Hugo Chavez has taken control of the police in Caracas, leading to accusations of power abuse from his opponents. The sudden resignation of the newly…
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Orders Re-examination of Death Sentence for Aghajari
Ayatollah Khamenei has ordered a re-examination of the death sentence for professor Hashem Aghajari, who was convicted of blasphemy after questioning clerical authority. This decision…
Hundreds Demonstrate in Front of Tehran University Demanding the Execution of Aghajari - 2002-11-15
Hundreds rallied in front of Tehran University demanding the execution of Hashem Aghajari, a professor sentenced to death for criticizing the clerical regime. This event…
Traffic in Washington D.C. Returns to Normal
A man caused a temporary shutdown of a main street in Washington D.C. by claiming his truck was filled with explosives, prompting a police response.…
President Bush Promises to Defeat Terrorism and Disarm Iraq - 2002-11-12
President Bush vowed to combat terrorism and disarm Iraq during a Veterans Day ceremony. He highlighted the ongoing military engagement of U.S. forces in Afghanistan…
Release of a Kashmiri Separatist from Prison - 2002-11-11
Yasin Malik, a prominent Kashmiri separatist leader, has been released from prison after eight months. This release coincides with efforts by the new Chief Minister…
Bush's Speech on Veterans Day - 2002-11-11
President Bush delivered a speech on Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery, emphasizing the need for preemptive military action against terrorist networks and Iraq. This…
New Assault on the City of Ma'an - 2002-11-11
Jordanian police and security forces are conducting operations in Ma'an to apprehend Islamic extremists, resulting in multiple casualties. The main suspect, Abu Sayyaf, is wanted…
Largest Student Protest in Tehran in Four Years - 2002-11-10
Hundreds of students in Tehran protested against the death sentence of reformist professor Hashem Aghajari, who was convicted for insulting sacred beliefs. The protest occurred…
Protests Against Globalization and Potential Attack on Iraq - 2002-11-09
Hundreds of thousands protested in Florence against a potential U.S. attack on Iraq following a UN resolution demanding Iraq disarm. The event was part of…
Protests by Hundreds of Students in Front of Tehran University Dormitory - 2002-11-09
Hundreds of Iranian students protested in front of Tehran University dormitory against the death sentence issued for Hashem Agha Jari, a prominent reformist professor. This…
President Bush's Phone Conversation with the German Chancellor - 2002-11-09
President Bush spoke with German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, expressing hope for improved US-German relations following a UN resolution on Iraq. This was their first conversation…
Protest of One Thousand People in Front of a U.S. Base - 2002-11-07
Over a thousand people protested in front of a U.S. military base in Italy against a potential U.S. attack on Iraq. The demonstration is part…
Arrest of Suspect in Bali Bombing - 2002-11-07
A suspect named Amrozi has been arrested in connection with the deadly Bali bombing that killed around 200 people last month. He confessed to being…
Death Sentence for Hashem Aghajari - 2002-11-07
Hashem Aghajari, a reformist scholar in Iran, has been sentenced to death for allegedly insulting the Prophet Muhammad and challenging conservative interpretations of Islam. His…
Fire in a Passenger Train in France - 2002-11-06
A fire on a passenger train in eastern France killed 12 and injured 9. The train was traveling from Paris to Vienna, and officials are…
Anti-Globalization Rally in Florence - 2002-11-06
Thousands of protesters have gathered in Florence for a five-day anti-globalization rally, with heightened security to prevent violence. The event is also a platform for…
Release of Abdollah Nouri from Prison - 2002-11-05
Abdollah Nouri, a prominent reformist and former Minister of Interior, was pardoned by Ayatollah Khamenei after the death of his brother. In contrast, Abbas Abdi,…
Abbas Abdi Arrested
Abbas Abdi, a prominent reformist journalist, was arrested on the anniversary of the U.S. embassy occupation in Tehran. His arrest follows the closure of a…
Russian Defense Minister Announces Delay in Withdrawal of Troops from Chechnya - 2002-11-04
The Russian Defense Minister has delayed the withdrawal of troops from Chechnya following the downing of a military helicopter by separatists, resulting in the deaths…
North Korean Ambassador to the UN: We are Willing to Negotiate with the US on Nuclear Weapons Program
The North Korean ambassador expressed willingness to negotiate with the US regarding its nuclear program, contingent on the US ending its hostile policies. The US…
Calendar Day, November 3: Harry Truman's Victory in the Presidential Election - 1948-11-03
On November 3, 1948, newspapers prematurely announced Thomas Dewey's victory over Harry Truman in the U.S. presidential election. The next day, Truman confidently stated that…
Suicide Bombers Are War Criminals - 2002-11-01
A human rights organization has accused Palestinian extremist groups of committing crimes against humanity through suicide bombings in Israel. The report, set to be released,…
Uzbekistan at the Forefront of the Battle Against Extremism - 2002-11-01
The Portuguese Foreign Minister met with Uzbekistan's President to discuss the country's role in combating terrorism and extremism. Uzbekistan's contributions were praised, and the OSCE…