June 2002
Explosion in Kabul - 2002-06-29
A powerful explosion occurred in Kabul early today, reportedly causing no casualties. However, a series of explosions at an ammunition depot in Spin Boldak resulted…
Explosion at Palestinian Authority Headquarters - 2002-06-29
Israeli forces conducted an operation at the Palestinian Authority headquarters in Hebron, resulting in two explosions that likely killed 15 wanted militants. The operation followed…
Al-Qaeda May Use the Internet for Sabotage - 2002-06-28
A report suggests that Al-Qaeda is planning to use the internet for sabotage against U.S. infrastructure. U.S. officials are investigating potential computer system infiltrations by…
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…
US Reaction to Fidel Castro's Threat - June 28, 2002
The US responded to Fidel Castro's threat to close the US Interests Section in Havana, warning it would negatively impact the Cuban people. Castro accused…
Indictment Issued Against a Female Banker in America - 2002-06-28
An indictment has been issued against Consuelo Marquez, a former banker in New York, for allegedly facilitating unauthorized financial transactions linked to drug trafficking profits…
Inauguration of the Silk Road Festival in Washington - 2002-06-27
The Silk Road Festival has been inaugurated in Washington, attended by the U.S. Secretary of State and various cultural figures. This event highlights cultural exchanges…
Senior U.S. Official Says Expansion of Peacekeeping Forces in Afghanistan Should Be Considered - 2002-06-27
A senior U.S. official emphasized the need to consider expanding peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan due to the country's size and governance challenges. Both the UN…
According to the Treasury Secretary, Executives of Fraudulent and Deceptive Companies are Liable to Prosecution - 2002-06-27
U.S. Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill announced that executives of fraudulent companies can be prosecuted, following the WorldCom scandal where reported profits were overstated. This situation…
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…
Turkish Prime Minister Says He Is Improving - 2002-06-27
Turkish Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit reports improvement in his health after intensive medical care, stating he expects to fully recover in a few weeks. His…
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…
Russia Rejects Proposal for New Peace Talks with Chechen Rebels - 2002-06-26
Russia has rejected a proposal for peace talks with Chechen rebels, citing links to terrorism. Aslan Maskhadov, the separatist leader, has reached out to G7…
Mousavi Does Not Accept Court Charges - 2002-06-26
Zacarias Moussaoui, the only individual charged in the September 11 attacks, has filed a petition claiming his innocence. He is representing himself in court and…
OPEC to Maintain Oil Production Levels for Another Three Months - 2002-06-26
OPEC has decided to keep oil production levels steady for the next three months, citing sufficient global reserves to meet demand. This decision was made…
A Palestinian Policeman Killed - 2002-06-26
A Palestinian policeman was killed in Hebron during a confrontation with Israeli soldiers, who raided the Palestinian security forces' headquarters. This incident is part of…
In Mourning for 'Niu' with the Farah Andouz Family - 2002-06-24
Fereydoun Farah Andouz and his wife Maryam Khamosh mourn the loss of their child Niu in a tragic incident. The Persian section of Voice of…
60 Maoist Rebels Killed in Two-Day Clashes with Government Forces in Nepal
In recent clashes in Nepal, around 60 Maoist rebels were reported killed by government forces over two days. The incidents highlight ongoing violence in the…
A Look at the Semi-Final Matches - 2002-06-23
The semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup feature South Korea vs. Germany and Brazil vs. Turkey. South Korea is the first Asian team to…
Truck Drivers Will Be the Eyes and Ears of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 2002-06-22
James Hoffa, president of the Teamsters Union, announced that truck drivers will help monitor security on U.S. roads as part of a new initiative from…
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…
Sheikh Omar Claims Innocence
Sheikh Omar, the main suspect in the murder of journalist Daniel Pearl, claims he is innocent and was not in Karachi at the time of…
Ambiguous Messages One Day Before the September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-06-20
The NSA intercepted two ambiguous messages indicating a significant event one day before the September 11 attacks, but these messages were not translated until after…
Turkey Assumes Command of International Security Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-06-20
Turkey has officially taken over the command of the international security forces in Afghanistan from Britain, with a senior Turkish officer leading a contingent of…
Dream Team of Football History - 2002-06-19
FIFA announced the results of a poll for the dream football team, highlighting legendary players like Pelé and Maradona. This fictional team represents the aspirations…
A Japanese Parliament Member Arrested - 2002-06-19
Mr. Muneo Suzuki, a 54-year-old member of the Japanese Parliament, was arrested for allegedly accepting bribes from a lumber company in exchange for leniency on…
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…
German Terrorism Suspect in Prison - 2002-06-19
A German citizen, Mohammed Zammar, suspected of recruiting for al-Qaeda and linked to the September 11 attacks, is imprisoned in Syria. Germany recently learned of…
Turkish President Arrives in Tabriz
Turkish President Ahmet Necdet Sezer visited Tabriz for discussions with local officials and to strengthen Iran-Turkey relations. He met with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami in…
Italy at a Glance - 2002-06-18
The article provides a summary of Italy's football matches during the 2002 World Cup. Italy played against Mexico, Croatia, Ecuador, and South Korea, with varying…
Explosion in Kabul - 2002-06-18
Two small explosions occurred near the International Security Assistance Force headquarters in Kabul, coinciding with the Loya Jirga meeting. Hamid Karzai, the newly elected leader…
South Africa Sells Weapons to Libya - 2002-06-17
South Africa has initiated talks with Libya about a potential arms sale, including fighter jets, although the negotiations are in early stages. This development follows…
Kim Hong-ap Summoned to Court - 2002-06-17
Kim Hong-ap, the second son of South Korean President Kim Dae-jung, has been summoned to court regarding a corruption scandal involving influence in business contracts…
Ecuador at a Glance - 2002-06-17
Ecuador played three football matches, winning against Croatia, losing to Mexico, and losing to Italy. These results reflect Ecuador's performance in the 2002 FIFA World…
Construction of Security Wall Continues - 2002-06-17
Israeli forces have entered Jenin as part of the ongoing construction of a security wall aimed at preventing suicide bombings. The wall has faced criticism…
Necdet Sezer in Iran - 2002-06-17
Turkish President Necdet Sezer is visiting Iran to enhance bilateral relations and discuss regional issues with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami. This visit signifies a potential…
Endeavour on Its Way Back to Earth - 2002-06-16
The Endeavour spacecraft has detached from the International Space Station and is returning to Earth after an 8-day mission. The crew, which included two Russian…
England on the Path to the Final Stage - 2002-06-15
England's national football team secured a decisive 3-0 victory against Denmark in the round of 16 of the World Cup. Key players included Rio Ferdinand,…
Some Statistics and Figures of the Matches Until Tuesday, June 18 - 2002-06-15
The second round of the 2002 World Cup has concluded with Brazil leading in goals scored. Miroslav Klose and Ronaldo are the top scorers, while…
South Korea Protests to China - 2002-06-14
South Korea has lodged a formal protest with China after a North Korean defector was forcibly removed from its consulate in Beijing. The incident has…
Israeli Security Forces Kill Palestinian Man
Israeli security forces killed a Palestinian man who attacked a Jewish settler with a knife in the West Bank. In a separate incident, they entered…
Construction of Barrier Between Israel and West Bank Begins
Israel has begun constructing a barrier between itself and the West Bank, citing security concerns against Palestinian attacks. Palestinian officials and Jewish settlers oppose the…
Ecuador 1, Croatia 0 - June 13, 2002
Ecuador defeated Croatia 1-0 in a Group G match during the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The only goal was scored by Edison Mendez in the…
Goalless Draw Between England and Nigeria - 2002-06-12
England and Nigeria played to a goalless draw in their World Cup match. Both teams had chances to score but failed to convert. This result…
Second Spacewalk of Endeavour - 2002-06-11
Astronauts from the Endeavour spacecraft are performing their second spacewalk to install a robotic arm on the International Space Station. Franklin Chang-Diaz and Philippe Perrin…
On Saturday, 7 Palestinians and 3 Israelis were killed
On Saturday, a series of violent incidents resulted in the deaths of 7 Palestinians and 3 Israelis in the West Bank and Gaza. The violence…
Mexico's Victory Over Ecuador - 2002-06-09
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-1 in the World Cup, securing their advancement to the next round. The match featured an early goal from Ecuador, but Mexico…
Turkey and Costa Rica Draw, Mexico Defeats Ecuador - 2002-06-09
Turkey and Costa Rica ended their World Cup match in a 1-1 draw, while Mexico defeated Ecuador 2-1. This match is significant as it impacts…
End of One-Year Hostage Crisis in the Philippines - 2002-06-07
The one-year hostage crisis in the Philippines concluded with the deaths of two hostages and the injury of another during a military operation against Abu…
England Defeated Argentina - 2002-06-07
England's national football team won 1-0 against Argentina in a World Cup match, with David Beckham scoring the decisive penalty. This victory avenged England's previous…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Return of Afghan Migrants from Germany - 2002-06-07
The German Ministry of Development and Reconstruction is planning to facilitate the voluntary return of Afghan migrants to their home country. This initiative highlights the…
Ecevit's Illness Sparks Calls for His Resignation
Prime Minister Blent Ecevit of Turkey is facing health issues that have prevented him from attending crucial political meetings, leading to calls for his resignation.…
Statements by the Head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 2002-06-07
Tom Ridge, head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, emphasized the need for government reorganization to combat the ongoing threat of terrorism as stated…
Israel Withdraws from Arafat's Headquarters
Israeli forces have retreated from Yasser Arafat's headquarters in Ramallah after a raid that resulted in one Palestinian guard's death and several injuries. This follows…
Global Ministers of Economy and Environment Gather in Bali
Global ministers are meeting in Bali to discuss sustainable economic growth and environmental protection. Delegations from 118 countries are finalizing a program that will be…
President Bush Rejects EPA Assessment - 2002-06-05
President Bush has dismissed the EPA's report linking human activity to global warming, asserting that emission reductions would harm the U.S. economy. Meanwhile, Japan has…
Information Sharing Issues Among U.S. Intelligence Agencies - 2002-06-04
President Bush acknowledged that the CIA and FBI failed to share information effectively before the September 11 attacks but asserted that preventing the attacks was…
Turkey's Deputy Prime Minister Opposes Early Elections
Devlet Bahçeli, Turkey's Deputy Prime Minister, opposes early elections even if Prime Minister Bülent Ecevit resigns due to health issues. He insists that the current…
Masked Gunmen Attack School Bus in Thailand - 2002-06-04
Masked gunmen attacked a school bus in Thailand, resulting in the death of 2 students and injuries to 15 others. The incident occurred near the…
A Comfortable Victory for Italy - 2002-06-03
Italy won 2-0 against Ecuador in their World Cup match, with Christian Vieri scoring both goals. This victory places Italy at the top of Group…
Endeavour Launch Delayed Again - 2002-06-03
The launch of NASA's Endeavour spacecraft has been delayed again due to a malfunctioning valve and previously adverse weather conditions. The mission involves transferring astronauts…
Witness Report: Interview with a Former Intelligence Officer - 2002-06-03
Mr. Abshari, a former intelligence officer, shares insights about the role of intelligence agencies in Iran during an interview in Paris. This discussion sheds light…
Brazil's Victory in an Exciting Match Against Turkey - 2002-06-03
Brazil defeated Turkey 2-1 in a thrilling World Cup match, with Rivaldo scoring the winning penalty. The match featured two Turkish players sent off and…
Syria Assumes Rotating Presidency of the UN Security Council
Syria has taken over the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council, with the U.S. urging it to maintain neutrality. The U.S. views Syria as…
Delay of Endeavour Mission - 2002-06-02
NASA has delayed the launch of the Endeavour spacecraft due to a malfunctioning valve and adverse weather conditions. This mission is crucial for transferring astronauts…
Sweden and England Draw - 2002-06-02
The football match between England and Sweden ended in a 1-1 draw, with England initially leading but Sweden equalizing in the second half. This result…
The launch of the Endeavour spacecraft has been postponed to Monday - 2002-06-01
NASA has postponed the launch of the Endeavour spacecraft to Monday due to bad weather. The mission will transport new crew members to the International…
Syria Assumes Presidency of the UN Security Council for One Month
Syria has begun its one-month presidency of the UN Security Council, with the U.S. urging it to maintain neutrality. This is significant as Syria, labeled…