August 2002
Concerns Over Leftist Candidate's Victory in Brazil - 2002-08-31
Brazilian officials report that investor concerns about the upcoming presidential election are stalling economic growth. Economists note a slight recovery after months of recession, but…
Swedish Police Information on Man Who Entered Plane with Revolver - 2002-08-31
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Sweden for trying to bring a revolver onto a passenger plane. He has received flight training in the U.S.…
Zachariah Mousavi Uses Court to Send Messages
Zachariah Mousavi is using his court appearances to send political messages and has been accused of involvement in the September 11 attacks. Judge Leoni Brinkema…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: German Prosecutor's Indictment Against a Moroccan - 2002-08-30
A Moroccan individual has been indicted by a German prosecutor for involvement in the September 11 terrorist attacks, which resulted in the deaths of three…
Pakistan Rejects Benazir Bhutto's Candidacy for October Parliamentary Elections - 2002-08-30
Pakistan's election officials have denied Benazir Bhutto's candidacy for the upcoming parliamentary elections due to her previous convictions. Bhutto, who has been in exile, plans…
Shabir Shah Conditions Participation in Kashmir Elections
Shabir Shah has stated that his party will participate in the Kashmir elections if India agrees to discuss the Kashmir issue with elected representatives. This…
Georgia Arrests Arab Man While Pursuing Chechen Militants - 2002-08-29
Georgia's security forces arrested an Arab man suspected of ties to terrorism while pursuing Chechen militants. The arrest occurred in Pankisi, where the man was…
Germany Accuses Moroccan Man of Involvement in September 11 Terrorist Attacks
Germany has accused Monir al-Motassadek, a 28-year-old Moroccan man, of being involved in the September 11 attacks by opening a bank account for one of…
Israeli Tanks Attack Coastal Village in Gaza Strip - 2002-08-29
Israeli tanks attacked a coastal village in Gaza, killing four Palestinians, including a mother and her sons. This incident follows previous violence in the area…
Georgia Resolves Its Issues Independently
Georgia's President Edward Shevardnadze has declined Russia's offer to send troops to combat Chechen rebels, asserting that Georgia will handle its own issues. The U.S.…
EU Relief Fund Established to Assist Flood Victims - 2002-08-28
The European Commission has launched a relief fund of at least $500 million to support EU member states and candidates affected by recent floods. This…
Moscow Says Rebels Have Taken Refuge in Pankisi Gorge - 2002-08-28
Moscow claims that rebels from Chechnya are hiding in the Pankisi Gorge, while Georgia's President Shevardnadze attended a memorial for a local man allegedly killed…
Extension of Turkish Forces' Mission in Afghanistan Under Review
Turkey and the United States are considering extending Turkey's leadership of international peacekeepers in Afghanistan for an additional six months. This discussion involves Turkish Deputy…
Building Infected with Anthrax Last Year to Be Inspected Again
The FBI will re-inspect a Florida newspaper building where an employee died from anthrax last year. New technologies may help determine how the bacteria entered…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Interview with the Head of UN Weapons Inspectors by Der Spiegel - 2002-08-27
The article features an interview with the head of UN weapons inspectors regarding the situation of inspections in Iraq. Nasrin Mahdavi provides a comprehensive report…
Approval of Women's Voting Rights Bill
On August 26, the U.S. Secretary of State announced that three-quarters of U.S. states have approved a bill granting voting rights to women. This significant…
Bush Does Not Need Congressional Approval for Attack on Iraq - 2002-08-26
U.S. officials assert that President Bush does not require congressional approval to attack Iraq, based on legal interpretations of the Constitution and previous resolutions. This…
Dr. Abdullah: Leaders of Taliban and Al-Qaeda are hiding in the northwestern border areas of Pakistan - 2002-08-26
Dr. Abdullah, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, claims that Taliban and Al-Qaeda leaders are hiding in Pakistan's northwestern border areas. U.S. General Tommy Franks states there is…
Discovery of a Chemical Laboratory in Kabul - 2002-08-25
Afghan security forces discovered a chemical laboratory in Kabul that is suspected to be linked to Al-Qaeda, containing 16 types of chemical and explosive materials.…
Palestinian University Professor Goes to Lebanon After Deportation from the U.S.
Mazen Al-Najjar, a Palestinian university professor accused of terrorist ties, was deported from the U.S. and has moved to Lebanon. He plans to settle in…
Deployment of Army Health Experts to North Carolina - 2002-08-25
The U.S. Army has sent health experts to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, to investigate recent murders involving soldiers and their spouses. This situation raises concerns…
The U.S. Claims Russia Has Increased Tensions in the Caucasus Region
The U.S. has accused Russia of escalating tensions in the Caucasus by bombing Georgian villages, amidst ongoing accusations between Moscow and Tbilisi. The U.S. reaffirms…
President Bush's Reaction to General Musharraf's Constitutional Changes - 2002-08-23
President Bush acknowledges General Musharraf as a vital ally in the fight against terrorism but stresses the need for Pakistan to restore democracy following Musharraf's…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Ms. Anousheh Ansari - 2002-08-23
The article features an interview with Anousheh Ansari, a prominent figure in the tech industry as the owner of Telecom Technologies. The interview, conducted by…
Violent Events in the Separatist Republic of Chechnya - 2002-08-22
Recent violence in Chechnya resulted in the death of a pro-Russian official and a Russian soldier due to a landmine explosion. The ongoing conflict, labeled…
Agreement on Negotiations Between Aceh Rebels and the Indonesian Government - 2002-08-22
The Aceh rebels have agreed to restart peace talks with the Indonesian government, with negotiations set to begin next month. The security minister has issued…
Investigation into the Cause of the Collapse of the World Trade Center - 2002-08-22
U.S. officials are conducting a two-year investigation into the collapse of the World Trade Center towers, with a $16 million budget allocated for examining structural…
Explosion and Collapse of a Five-Story Building in Moscow - 2002-08-21
An explosion caused the collapse of a five-story building in Moscow, trapping 25 people under the rubble. Rescue operations are underway, with at least one…
Smallpox Vaccination for Rescue Workers in Israel - 2002-08-21
Israel's security cabinet has decided to vaccinate 15,000 emergency rescue workers against smallpox due to fears of a potential biological attack from Iraq in response…
Islamist Kidnapping in the Philippines - 2002-08-21
Islamist rebels in the Philippines have kidnapped at least 8 Filipino citizens on Jolo island, marking the first such incident since American special forces departed…
Arrival of the President of the European Commission - 2002-08-20
The President of the European Commission has arrived in Europe for an emergency summit focused on countries affected by floods. This involvement highlights the EU's…
Casualties from Russian Military Helicopter Crash in Chechnya Reach 110
A Russian military helicopter crash in Chechnya has resulted in 110 casualties, with survivors facing additional dangers from mines. Russian officials attribute the crash to…
Brother of Senior Palestinian Militant Killed
On the first day of a security agreement between Israel and the Palestinians, Mohammad Saadat, brother of senior militant Ahmad Saadat, was killed by Israeli…
Crash of a Russian Helicopter in Chechnya - 2002-08-20
A Russian helicopter crashed in Chechnya, resulting in over 85 soldier fatalities and 32 injuries. Chechen separatists claim responsibility, while Russian officials attribute the crash…
Explosion in Residential Building in Moscow - 2002-08-20
An explosion in a residential building in Moscow has resulted in at least one death and left around 25 people trapped in the rubble. The…
Dangerous Chemicals May Have Entered the Elbe River - 2002-08-20
The water level of the Elbe River has risen in Magdeburg, but not to alarming levels that require further evacuations. Concerns about dangerous chemicals entering…
A Prominent Syrian Opposition Figure Sentenced to Five Years in Prison
Habib Issa, a notable Syrian opposition lawyer, has been sentenced to five years in prison for allegedly threatening the constitution and inciting rebellion. This conviction…
Suppression of Chechen Rebels by Russia - 2002-08-18
Russian forces are actively suppressing a rebellion in Chechnya, claiming significant separatist casualties while separatist officials report Russian military losses. This conflict highlights ongoing tensions…
Two British Soldiers Killed at Kabul Airport - 2002-08-17
Two British soldiers were killed at Kabul Airport, with officials stating that enemy forces were not involved. The incident is under investigation, and the British…
Trial of Suspect in September 11 Terrorist Attacks Delayed Until January
The trial of Zacarias Moussaoui, the only person in custody for the September 11 attacks, has been postponed until January due to the complexity of…
New Office Established to Strengthen Peace in Angola - 2002-08-16
The UN Security Council has established a new office to support Angola in reinforcing its peace agreement with UNITA. This initiative is in response to…
Reduction of Certain Sanctions After September 11 - 2002-08-16
The U.S. has suggested easing UN sanctions on individuals and entities linked to the September 11 attacks. This proposal aims to allow countries to support…
Elbe Flooding and Increased Flood Risk - 2002-08-15
Severe flooding from the Czech Republic is impacting Germany and Slovakia, with the Elbe River overflowing in Dresden and the Danube threatening Bratislava. The situation…
Destruction from Flooding in the Czech Republic Continues - 2002-08-14
Severe flooding in the Czech Republic has led to the evacuation of 200,000 people, with significant efforts underway to save lives and protect historical sites.…
Flood Response in the Czech Republic - 2002-08-14
The Czech Republic is facing severe flooding, particularly in Prague, with officials working tirelessly to mitigate damage and save lives. Thousands of emergency responders and…
Counter-Terrorism Measures in Yemen - 2002-08-14
Yemen is enhancing its security forces in three provinces to combat Al-Qaeda following increased terrorist activities. President Ali Abdullah Saleh announced the deployment as part…
American Company Executives Must Commit to Financial Integrity
American company executives are required to take an oath on the accuracy of their financial documents due to recent corporate scandals and significant bankruptcies. This…
An American Soldier Killed in Afghanistan - 2002-08-13
Sergeant First Class Christopher James Speer, an American soldier, was killed in Afghanistan from injuries sustained during an enemy attack. He was part of a…
Old Town of Prague at Risk of Flooding - 2002-08-13
The Czech Republic is evacuating 50,000 residents from flood-prone areas due to severe flooding risks, with sirens sounding after heavy rainfall. This situation is critical…
President Bush Declares U.S. Economy Strong - 2002-08-13
President Bush confidently claims the U.S. economy can handle challenges like stock market declines and budget deficits. A conference in Texas gathered over 240 participants…
Three Taliban Fighters Arrested
U.S. special forces have arrested three suspected Taliban fighters in eastern Afghanistan and discovered ammunition and explosives. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat Taliban…
Georgian Court Ruling Against a Russian Citizen - 2002-08-12
A Georgian court has ordered the detention of Russian citizen David Gazashvili for three months as he is suspected of killing Colonel Igor Zitsov. This…
Exploring Ways to Expand the Role of U.S. Special Forces in the Fight Against Terrorism - 2002-08-12
Donald Rumsfeld is exploring ways to enhance the role of U.S. special forces in global counterterrorism efforts, including covert operations against Al-Qaeda leaders. This could…
Elections in Nagorno-Karabakh Held - 2002-08-12
Elections were held in Nagorno-Karabakh despite international criticism, with a significant turnout reported. President Arkadi Ghukasyan emphasized the democratic nature of the elections, while foreign…
Palestinian Terrorists Kill Settler in Jewish Settlement
Armed Palestinian militants killed a settler in a Jewish settlement in the West Bank shortly after a CIA meeting aimed at improving security in the…
So far, 18 people have lost their lives due to flooding in southern Russia - 2002-08-09
Severe flooding in southern Russia has resulted in 18 fatalities, with rescue teams recovering more bodies. The flooding has also affected other European countries, leading…
Bombing Plot in Florida - 2002-08-09
A Pakistani man has admitted to plotting bomb attacks on power plants and Jewish sites in Florida, potentially facing 20 years in prison. His accomplice…
Murder of Hindu Family Members in Kashmir - 2002-08-09
Suspected Islamic militants killed four members of a Hindu family, including two young children, in Kashmir. This incident follows a recent attack where nine Hindu…
Saddam Hussein's Statements are the Rhetoric of a Dictator - 2002-08-09
U.S. officials dismissed Saddam Hussein's recent warnings as empty rhetoric, asserting that they do not alter President Bush's stance on Iraq. The U.S. maintains that…
Failure of Security Talks Between Israel and Palestinian Officials - 2002-08-08
Israeli military forces entered Beit Lahia, resulting in injuries and one death among Palestinian teenagers. Concurrently, security talks aimed at establishing a ceasefire between Israeli…
Decrease in the Number of Afghan Refugees Willing to Return
The UN Refugee Agency reports a significant decline in Afghan refugees returning home, with only 300,000 returning in July, a 25% drop from May. This…
Russia Criticizes Georgia - 2002-08-08
Russia's Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov has criticized Georgia for failing to extradite armed Chechen citizens. Georgia is demanding proof of the Chechens' involvement in criminal…
Endangerment of Iraqi and Afghan Refugees - 2002-08-08
Turkish security forces rescued nearly 100 illegal migrants, including 13 Iraqi and Afghan children, who were found dehydrated on a boat in the Aegean Sea.…
Reduction in Oil-for-Food Program for Iraq - 2002-08-07
The UN's Oil-for-Food program for Iraq is facing a significant budget cut due to reduced oil sales, raising concerns about humanitarian aid. Benon Sevan urges…
Contact Us! - 2002-08-06
The Persian section of Voice of America invites readers to submit articles, photos, and reports for publication. They emphasize the importance of accuracy in submissions…
Gathering of Iranians in Washington to Commemorate the Constitutional Revolution Anniversary - 2002-08-06
A gathering of Iranians took place in Washington to honor the anniversary of the Constitutional Revolution. The event highlights the ongoing connection and activism of…
Meeting of the Presidents of Azerbaijan and Armenia - 2002-08-06
The Presidents of Azerbaijan and Armenia are set to meet on August 14 to discuss the ongoing Nagorno-Karabakh dispute. This meeting follows decades of conflict…
The U.S. Condemned the Attack on a Christian School in Pakistan - 2002-08-06
On August 6, 2002, armed men attacked a Christian school in Pakistan, killing six Pakistani staff members. The U.S. condemned the attack as terrorism, and…
Surgery to Separate Conjoined Twin Girls
Surgeons in California are performing a complex surgery to separate conjoined twin girls from Guatemala. The operation involves a team of 50 specialists and is…
Palestinian Children Suffer from Malnutrition - 2002-08-06
A report reveals that over 20% of Palestinian children are malnourished, a significant increase from two years ago. This situation is particularly dire for children…
Possible U.S. Attack on Iraq - 2002-08-05
U.S. television programs on Sunday discussed the potential military action against Iraq. Senators from various states shared their opinions on the matter, highlighting the political…
Testimony of a Pakistani Woman Raped in Court - 2002-08-04
A Pakistani woman testified in court that she was raped by four men as retaliation for her brother's alleged illicit relationship. The case highlights the…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, August 2 - 2002
The article discusses new accusations against Iranian intellectual Aghajari, the Islamic Republic's narrative of a potential U.S. military attack, and Russia's military maneuvers in the…
Efforts to Eliminate Remaining Terrorists Accelerate - 2002-08-02
The U.S. Secretary of Defense has ordered special forces to ramp up efforts against remaining al-Qaeda terrorists, with new covert operations planned. Despite international financial…
Nigeria Will Remain a Member of OPEC
Nigeria has confirmed it will remain a member of OPEC, dispelling rumors of its exit to boost oil production. Rilwanu Lukman, an advisor to the…
Turkey's Elections to Be Held on November 3
Turkey's Parliament has approved early elections to be held on November 3, 2002, despite Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit's opposition. This decision aims to resolve the…