June 2002
Israeli Accused of Spying for Hezbollah
An Israeli man of Lebanese descent, Nasim, has been accused of spying for Hezbollah, providing them with sensitive information including maps of Tel Aviv. Hezbollah…
Continued Famine in North Korea - 2002-06-20
The UN World Food Programme reports that ongoing food shortages in North Korea are leading people to consume wild plants. Aid distribution was halted last…
Signing of Military Pact Between Syria and Turkey - 2002-06-20
Turkey and Syria signed a military cooperation pact, indicating an improvement in their historically strained relations. Key military leaders from both countries were involved in…
Spread of AIDS in Kerman Province - 2002-06-16
The spread of AIDS in Kerman Province has been reported, with 186 confirmed cases and an estimated 4,000 to 5,000 infections. Most affected individuals are…
U.S. Secretary of State: The U.S. and North Korea Will Meet Soon - 2002-06-13
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell announced that U.S. and North Korean officials will meet soon to restart stalled political discussions. The talks will address…