June 2002
Discussion on President Bush's Middle East Peace Plan - 2002-06-29
U.S., UN, EU, and Russia officials are set to meet in London to discuss President Bush's Middle East peace plan. Bush emphasized the need for…
Turkish Prime Minister: The Possibility of Early Elections is Not Ruled Out
Bulent Ecevit, Turkey's Prime Minister, indicated that early elections are a possibility despite his opposition to them. His ongoing health issues have raised concerns about…
Conference on Islam and National Security in Central Asia - 2002-06-26
Delegates at the Conference on Islam and National Security in Almaty emphasized the need to balance national security with human rights. The event highlighted the…
Dutch Support for South Korea - 2002-06-24
Dutch football fans are rallying behind South Korea in the World Cup semi-finals, particularly because their own team did not qualify. The support is largely…
Interview with Dr. Hossein Lajevardi: Europe and the Immigration Issue - 2002-06-23
The article discusses a two-day summit of EU leaders focusing on immigration and asylum issues. Dr. Hossein Lajevardi, head of the Iranian Researchers Association, responds…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: European Leaders' Summit and Human Trafficking - 2002-06-23
The summit of EU leaders focused on the pressing issue of human trafficking, concluding discussions aimed at addressing this crisis. Nasrin Mahdavi reports on the…
Greece Agrees to Form NATO and EU Joint Rapid Reaction Defense Force - 2002-06-22
Greece has agreed to form a joint NATO and EU rapid reaction defense force, contingent on Turkey's response. This decision comes amid ongoing tensions regarding…
Report by Shahid: European Union Summit - 2002-06-21
The European Union leaders are set to convene for a two-day summit in Spain starting tomorrow. The report highlights the key discussion topics and their…
Demonstration of Mojahedin Supporters in Denmark - 2002-06-21
Thousands of Iranians demonstrated in Copenhagen against the EU's designation of the Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization as a terrorist group. The protest coincided with an EU…
Letter from a U.S. Congressman to European Union Ambassadors - 2002-06-21
A U.S. Congressman has sent a letter to EU ambassadors expressing opposition to the strengthening of ties with Iran. This reflects ongoing tensions between the…
Explosion in Two Southern Cities of Spain - 2002-06-21
Two explosions in southern Spain injured at least 6 people, with the first blast occurring in Fuengirola and the second in Marbella. The attacks were…
General Strike of Workers in Spain in Protest Against Cuts to Unemployment Benefits - 2002-06-20
Workers in Spain are striking against cuts to unemployment benefits, which has not happened in a decade. The government argues the cuts are necessary to…
Iraq Fired at Allied Aircraft - 2002-06-20
Iraq fired at American and British aircraft during an airstrike in northern Iraq, injuring one person. The allied forces retaliated by bombing an Iraqi anti-aircraft…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: Increased Crackdown on Foreign Refugees in Europe - 2002-06-19
The report by Nasrin Mahdavi outlines the increasing restrictions placed on foreign refugees in Europe, reflecting a shift in political attitudes towards immigration. This situation…
The European Union Takes Steps to Strengthen the Economy of the Islamic Republic
The European Union is moving to strengthen economic ties with Iran, while the U.S. insists that such efforts must be linked to changes in Iran's…
Air Traffic Control Workers Strike in Europe - 2002-06-18
Air traffic control workers in Europe are planning a strike in response to the EU's proposal for a unified air traffic control system, which could…
Report Shahid: New Decisions by the European Union Regarding Continued Relations with Iran - 2002-06-18
The foreign ministers of the European Union convened in Luxembourg to deliberate on their approach to relations with Iran, aiming to reach a consensus. This…
EU Assistance for Afghan Refugees' Return Costs - 2002-06-17
The European Union has committed nearly nine million dollars to help Afghan refugees return home, raising its total aid to twenty-six million dollars. This funding…
Madrid Summit - 2002-06-07
The Madrid Summit focused on the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, particularly over Kashmir, while also addressing broader issues like terrorism and security cooperation…
U.S. Defense Secretary's Warning to NATO Member Countries - 2002-06-07
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld warned NATO members about the heightened threat of terrorist attacks using weapons of mass destruction during a meeting in Brussels.…
Australia Also Refuses to Sign the Kyoto International Treaty on Global Warming - 2002-06-05
Australia has declined to sign the Kyoto treaty on global warming, citing economic concerns. Prime Minister John Howard fears job losses and industry damage as…
16 Central and Eastern European Countries Discuss Their Future in the United Europe
Leaders from 16 Central and Eastern European nations are meeting in Slovenia to discuss their future roles in the European Union. The gathering emphasizes the…