November 2002
Increase in Terrorist Attacks by the New People's Army of the Philippines - 2002-11-30
The New People's Army (NPA) of the Philippines launched an attack on a cement factory in Albay province, overpowering security forces and setting the facility…
State of Emergency in Kurdish Regions of Turkey to be Lifted Today
Turkey is lifting the state of emergency in Kurdish regions today after fifteen years, a move linked to its EU accession efforts. This decision follows…
Kofi Annan's Proposal for Resolving the Cyprus Issue - 2002-11-30
The UN envoy has shown optimism about resolving the Cyprus division issue before the EU summit next month, where Cyprus's membership will be discussed. Both…
Philippines Government Criticizes Canada and Australia
The Philippine government has condemned Australia and Canada for closing their embassies due to potential terrorist threats, calling the action unfriendly and a blow to…
Turkey and Membership in the European Union - 2002-11-29
The Turkish government is optimistic about presenting its EU membership application at the upcoming Copenhagen summit in December. This event is significant for Turkey's aspirations…
German Chancellor: We Want the European Union to Send a Positive Signal Regarding Turkey's Membership
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder is advocating for the EU to provide a positive indication of Turkey's membership prospects following a meeting with the Turkish President.…
The Quartet Group on the Middle East Will Meet Next Month in Washington - 2002-11-26
The Quartet on the Middle East will convene in Washington on December 20 to discuss the stalled peace process between Israel and the Palestinians, with…
Finding a Fair Solution to the Cyprus Issue - 2002-11-21
Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the leader of Turkey's ruling party, emphasizes that Turkey's EU accession efforts must be tied to resolving the Cyprus issue. The island…
The accession of 10 candidate countries to the European Union postponed until 2004
The EU foreign ministers have postponed the official accession of 10 candidate countries to May 1, 2004, allowing more time for these countries to ratify…
The Last Oil Shipment Arrived in North Korea - 2002-11-19
The last oil shipment from a U.S.-led consortium has arrived in North Korea. The consortium includes the U.S., South Korea, Japan, and the EU. This…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Meeting of EU Foreign Ministers - 2002-11-19
The meeting of EU foreign ministers and candidate countries commenced in Brussels. This gathering involves key discussions on EU expansion and foreign relations. It is…
Erdogan's Support for UN Plan for Cyprus - 2002-11-17
Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed support for a UN plan aimed at resolving the long-standing division of Cyprus. He emphasized that Cyprus should not join the…
Vladimir Putin: NATO Expansion into Central and Eastern Europe Should Not Threaten Russia's Security - 2002-11-12
Vladimir Putin reassured that NATO's expansion into Central and Eastern Europe should not threaten Russia's security during a press conference with NATO Secretary General George…
Leader of the Winning Party in Turkey's Recent Parliamentary Elections Plans to Visit Northern Cyprus and Greece Soon
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, leader of Turkey's ruling party, plans to visit Northern Cyprus and Greece to ease tensions before an upcoming EU summit. The visit…
The Law Regulating Religious Activities in Belarus Contradicts International Principles of Religious Freedom and Human Rights
The U.S. has condemned Belarus's new law on religious practices for violating international standards of religious freedom and human rights. This stance aligns the U.S.…
Under the Microscope: Iranian Officials Claim the U.S. Intends Military Intervention in Iran - 2002-11-01
Iranian officials are alleging that the United States is planning a military intervention in Iran, while discussions are ongoing regarding the European Union's perspectives in…
Turkish Constitutional Court Grants Justice Party 15 Days to Defend Itself
The Turkish Constitutional Court has allowed the Justice and Development Party 15 days to defend itself against a government ban. Prosecutors accuse the party of…