April 2002
Chinese Vice President Arrives in New York
Hu Jintao, the Vice President of China, has arrived in New York as part of his first official visit to the U.S. He is engaging…
Hezbollah's Proposal to Exchange Four Captured Israelis for Armed Palestinians
Hezbollah has offered to exchange four Israelis it captured in 2000 for armed Palestinians besieged in Bethlehem and Ramallah. This proposal comes amid ongoing violence,…
Countering Recent Anti-Semitic Attacks in Europe - April 26, 2002
The EU has condemned a rise in anti-Semitic attacks across Europe and called for enhanced security at Jewish sites. This response follows recent synagogue attacks…
Meeting of Prince Abdullah with President Bush - April 25, 2002
Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia met with President Bush to discuss the ongoing Middle East crisis, particularly the Israeli military actions against Palestinians. The meeting…
Arab Representatives angrily leave EU Foreign Ministers' Meeting
Arab representatives left an EU foreign ministers' meeting in Valencia, Spain, in protest against the presence of the Israeli representative. This incident highlights the ongoing…
Meeting Between the President of the United States and the Prime Minister of Lebanon - 2002-04-17
President Bush and Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri met in Washington to discuss Middle East peace, focusing on the Saudi peace plan and ongoing conflicts…
Exchange of Fire Between Israeli and Palestinian Forces - 2002-04-16
Israeli forces exchanged gunfire with armed Palestinians in the Church of the Nativity, injuring both sides. The Israeli military has besieged the church for nearly…
End of First Round of Powell - Arafat Negotiations - 2002-04-14
Colin Powell and Yasser Arafat concluded a three-hour negotiation session in Ramallah, with Powell describing the talks as constructive but yielding no clear progress towards…
Forty-Four Percent Profit from Stock Transactions in Iran?
Media in Iran report a forty-four percent profit from stock transactions, with significant trading activity noted. However, economist Dr. Siamak Shojai questions the accuracy of…
Vatican Calls for Respect for Christian Holy Sites - 2002-04-08
The Vatican has called for respect for Christian holy sites amidst escalating violence in the Middle East, particularly concerning the Church of the Nativity in…
Artillery Fire Exchange and Rocket Launching Between Israeli Forces and Hezbollah Militants - 2002-04-08
An ongoing exchange of artillery fire and rocket attacks has been occurring for six days between Israeli forces and Hezbollah militants, with Israel responding to…
Reconciliation Efforts Between South Korea and North Korea - 2002-04-06
South Korea and North Korea are making progress in their reconciliation efforts, with a special envoy extending his mission due to positive developments. Key issues…
Resumption of Contacts Between the Two Koreas - 2002-04-06
South Korea's special envoy announced that North Korea is willing to resume contacts with South Korea and dialogue with the U.S. This development follows a…
The Killing of the Bell Ringer of the Church of Bethlehem - 2002-04-05
Samir Ibrahim Salman, a 45-year-old Palestinian Christian bell ringer, was shot dead while heading to the Church of Bethlehem. Eyewitnesses claim he was targeted by…
Officials from the Two Koreas Move Closer to Agreement - 2002-04-05
Officials from South Korea and North Korea are nearing an agreement on family reunifications and economic exchanges following a meeting between a South Korean envoy…
Kofi Annan's Request to the Presidents of Lebanon and Syria - 2002-04-04
Kofi Annan urged the leaders of Lebanon and Syria to de-escalate tensions with Israel amid ongoing violence involving Hezbollah. This request came after Hezbollah engaged…
Palestinians Surrender Important Security Complex - 2002-04-03
Palestinians surrendered a key security complex near Ramallah after heavy Israeli attacks, which included tanks and helicopters. Jibril Rajoub denied accusations of harboring militants, while…
Occupation of Two More Palestinian Cities - 2002-04-03
Israeli forces have occupied two more Palestinian cities, Jenin and Salfit, amidst ongoing violence and international pressure for withdrawal. Armed Palestinians are besieged in the…
Exchange of Fire Between Israeli Forces and Hezbollah Lebanon - 2002-04-03
Israeli forces and Hezbollah have engaged in a second day of exchange of fire in northern Israel, with Hezbollah launching attacks using mortars and anti-tank…
Gunfire Exchange Between Palestinian Security Guard and Israeli Forces - 2002-04-01
A gunfire exchange occurred between Palestinian security and Israeli forces while Yasser Arafat is besieged in his office in Ramallah. Several guards were injured, and…
Bomb Explosion in Haifa Leaves Fourteen Dead - 2002-04-01
A bomb explosion in Haifa, Israel, resulted in 14 deaths and 30 injuries, attributed to a suicide attack. This incident follows a series of violent…