December 2002
French Police Arrest Four Islamic Militants Linked to a Larger Terrorist Network
French police arrested four Islamic militants suspected of planning an attack, linked to a larger terrorist network associated with Chechen separatists. The arrests are part…
Attack on Church in Pakistan - 2002-12-26
An attack on a church in Lahore, Pakistan, resulted in one death and seven injuries during evening prayers. The assailants were two men in burqas…
Arrest of 'Jish Muhammad' Members Suspected of Christmas Night Bombing in Pakistan - 2002-12-26
Four men, including a radical cleric, were arrested in Pakistan for a Christmas Day church bombing that killed three and injured thirteen. The attack is…
Second Black Box of Ukrainian Plane Found
The second black box of a Ukrainian plane that crashed in Iran has been found, with all 44 passengers confirmed dead. Ukrainian officials are seeking…
Attack on a Church in Lahore - 2002-12-25
An attack on a church in Lahore resulted in one death and seven injuries during evening prayers. The assailants were two men in burqas who…
Interviews with Iraqi Scientists for the Discovery of Banned Weapons Continue
UN weapons inspectors are actively interviewing Iraqi scientists to find banned weapons, with claims from the scientists that Iraq has none. Saddam Hussein asserts that…
Conspiracy to Carry Out Terrorist Attacks in France - 2002-12-20
French authorities arrested four suspected Islamic militants who were plotting terrorist attacks in France. The suspects were found with bomb-making instructions and various materials for…
Electrical Devices Found in Paris Apartment Linked to Islamic Militants - 2002-12-19
French police discovered electrical devices in an apartment linked to Islamic militants, suggesting plans for bomb-making. Four North African suspects were arrested, initially thought to…
Four Islamic Militants Arrested in Northern France - 2002-12-18
Four Islamic militants were arrested in northern France for allegedly preparing a chemical attack, with unidentified chemicals found in their possession. Additionally, five individuals were…
India Discovers Surface-to-Air Missile in Islamic Militants' Hideout in Kashmir - 2002-12-15
India has discovered a surface-to-air missile in a hideout linked to Islamic militants in Kashmir, alleging Pakistani support for extremism. Pakistani officials deny these claims,…
Discovery of Pakistani Missile in Indian Kashmir - 2002-12-14
Indian military discovered a Pakistani missile in Kashmir, linking it to Pakistani support for militants. Pakistan denies the accusations and faces criticism from India for…
The U.S. Regrets North Korea's Decision to Reactivate Nuclear Power Plant
The U.S. has expressed regret over North Korea's decision to reactivate a nuclear power plant, which raises concerns about nuclear weapons production. Leaders from the…
Ship Carrying Scud Missile Cargo to be Released
The U.S. has agreed to release a ship carrying Scud missiles from North Korea, which Yemen claims were intended for its military. This incident highlights…
Body of a Politician Discovered in India - 2002-12-08
The body of former politician Hannur Nagappa was found in a forest in India after being kidnapped by notorious bandit Koose Muniswamy Veerappan. This incident…
Massacre in War-Torn Western Ivory Coast - 2002-12-07
A massacre occurred in the village of Monoko Zohi in western Ivory Coast, where government soldiers allegedly killed over 120 civilians. The government denies involvement,…
Discovery of Mass Grave in Ivory Coast - 2002-12-06
A mass grave was discovered in Ivory Coast, leading to accusations between the government and rebels regarding responsibility. French soldiers, who are in the country…
Four Kilograms of Explosives Discovered in One of Kabul's Largest Mosques - 2002-12-05
Four kilograms of explosives were found in a major mosque in Kabul shortly before Eid al-Fitr celebrations. The Afghan Interior Minister announced this discovery, highlighting…