European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation
September 2002
The European Union Urges Israel to Withdraw Its Forces from Ramallah - 2002-09-25
The European Union has called on Israel to withdraw its forces from Ramallah, where Yasser Arafat's headquarters is located. This request comes amid ongoing violence…
European and Asian Leaders Welcome the End of North Korea's Isolation - 2002-09-23
Leaders from Europe and Asia expressed strong support for North Korea's steps towards ending its long-standing political isolation. Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi and South…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: The Fate of Afghan Migrants in Europe - 2002-09-22
European Union member states have decided to target Afghan refugees in response to voter pressure to address illegal migration. This decision affects approximately one hundred…
Europe Criticizes Israel Over Three-Day Siege of Yasser Arafat's Headquarters - 2002-09-22
Europe, particularly France, has condemned Israel's three-day siege of Yasser Arafat's headquarters, calling for an immediate end to what they describe as a horrific situation.…
Torture in Turkey Continues - 2002-09-19
Amnesty International reports that torture persists in Turkey despite legal reforms. The EU is considering Turkey's membership application, with negotiations potentially starting in December. This…
Bush: Russia's pursuit of Chechen militants should not threaten Georgia's sovereignty - 2002-09-15
President Bush emphasized that Russia's actions against Chechen militants should respect Georgia's sovereignty. He urged Georgian officials to take action against the militants themselves while…
Meeting of the U.S. Attorney General with European Counterparts - 2002-09-14
U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft met with justice ministers from 15 EU countries in Copenhagen to discuss enhanced cooperation in the fight against terrorism. Key…
Europe's Reaction to President Bush's Statements - 2002-09-13
The European Union has expressed support for President Bush's commitment to work with the UN on disarming Iraq. German Chancellor Schröder supports this cooperation but…
Commemoration of September 11 in Europe - 2002-09-11
European countries held memorials for the victims of the September 11 attacks, with notable participation from British officials and the public. A minute of silence…
European Union Disagreements Over Iraq - 2002-09-10
The European Union is experiencing internal disagreements regarding the approach to Iraq, with Romano Prodi opposing a U.S. military attack without UN approval. Meanwhile, British…
Ariel Sharon: For the First Time, an Opportunity to Move Towards Peace with the Palestinians - 2002-09-05
Ariel Sharon expresses optimism about negotiating peace with Palestinians who reject terrorism, while a Palestinian official claims his words are a facade for military actions.…
Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia Welcome EU Peace Plan
Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia have expressed support for the EU's 'Roadmap' peace plan aimed at establishing a Palestinian state by 2005. Jordan's Foreign Minister…
Amnesty International Criticizes the European Union
Amnesty International has condemned EU members for planning to exempt Americans from the International Criminal Court's jurisdiction through bilateral agreements with the U.S. This criticism…
Europe: Iraq Must Immediately Allow UN Weapons Inspectors to Return
The European Union's foreign ministers are urging Iraq to allow UN weapons inspectors to return immediately to investigate weapons of mass destruction. This demand follows…