March 2002
Collision of Two Trains in Eastern Spain - 2002-03-31
Two passenger trains collided in eastern Spain, leading to at least 4 deaths and 90 injuries. The accident took place at Torre de Embarral station,…
One of Nazarbayev's Opposition Leaders Seeks Asylum in the French Embassy
Ghulam Jan Zakiyev, a leader of Kazakhstan's opposition party, has taken refuge in the French embassy to avoid arrest and demands an end to political…
European Leaders Criticize Israeli Policy
European leaders have criticized Israel's isolation of Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, arguing it undermines the Middle East peace process. Javier Solana, Igor Ivanov, and Hubert…
Palestinian Delegation Protests Against Lebanese Government
The Palestinian delegation protested and left the Arab League summit in Beirut after the Lebanese government blocked Yasser Arafat's speech. This incident occurred during a…
Human Rights Violations and the Fight Against Terrorism - 2002-03-28
A conference in St. Petersburg addresses the international fight against terrorism, with a focus on human rights. Peter Schneider emphasizes that counter-terrorism efforts should not…
Examination of Anti-Terrorism Strategies by Over Forty Countries Worldwide - 2002-03-28
A conference in St. Petersburg gathered representatives from over forty countries to discuss anti-terrorism strategies. Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted the importance of global cooperation…
Establishment of a New Satellite Network - 2002-03-27
European Union transport ministers have agreed to create a multi-billion dollar satellite network to enhance transportation efficiency. This network will aid in various modes of…
Improvement in the US Economy - 2002-03-27
The US economy is showing signs of recovery from recession, driven by increased consumer confidence and higher factory orders. This trend is also reflected in…
Counter-Terrorism Gathering - 2002-03-27
A gathering in St. Petersburg, Russia, involves hundreds of parliamentary representatives from over 40 countries discussing coordinated efforts to combat terrorism. This follows a two-day…
Putin: Terrorism Poses an Unprecedented Threat to the World
Vladimir Putin emphasized the global threat of terrorism at an international conference in St. Petersburg, urging for closer cooperation among nations. He supported the U.S.…
Agreement Among European Union Countries for a Satellite System - 2002-03-26
European Union transport ministers have agreed to establish a satellite navigation system named Galileo, which will involve 30 satellites and cost over three billion dollars.…
Javier Solana Hopes Yasser Arafat Can Attend Arab Leaders Summit in Lebanon
Javier Solana hopes Yasser Arafat can attend the Arab leaders summit in Lebanon to discuss a ceasefire and a peace plan proposed by Saudi Arabia.…
Swiss Government Collaboration with Hitler - March 23, 2002
A Swiss government-commissioned report revealed that Switzerland knowingly aided the Nazis during the Holocaust by returning Jewish refugees to Germany. This has led to ongoing…
EU's Decision to Retaliate Against Bush's Steel Tariff Increase - 2002-03-22
The EU is set to impose over $2 billion in tariffs on U.S. imports in retaliation for President Bush's steel tariff increase. This move targets…
Nepalese Prime Minister's Visit to India - 2002-03-22
Nepalese Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba visited India to request help in combating the Maoist insurgency. He discussed various issues, including terrorism, with Indian Prime…
UN Summit to Reduce Gap Between Rich and Poor Countries - 2002-03-21
President Bush is attending a UN summit in Monterrey, Mexico, focused on reducing the wealth gap between countries. The U.S. plans to significantly increase foreign…
Confronting Warlords in Afghanistan - 2002-03-21
Hamid Karzai is ready to confront local warlords in Afghanistan and has called for European support to expand peacekeeping operations beyond Kabul. His government is…
Japan Protests U.S. Decision - 2002-03-21
Japan has lodged a formal complaint with the WTO against the U.S. for imposing heavy tariffs on steel imports. This decision, made by President Bush…
Social Democratic Party of Portugal Wins Elections
The Social Democratic Party of Portugal has won the parliamentary elections, defeating the ruling Socialist Party. This victory reflects a broader trend in Europe towards…
Mugabe Swears in for Another Six-Year Term
Robert Mugabe is being sworn in for another six-year term as President of Zimbabwe amid international criticism of his election victory. The EU has condemned…
European Union Summit - 2002-03-16
The European Union summit in Barcelona has begun, involving leaders from 15 EU member states and 13 candidate countries discussing market integration and foreign policy…
Canada Cuts All Financial Aid to Zimbabwe - 2002-03-15
Canada has announced the cessation of all financial aid to Zimbabwe and barred its officials from entering the country due to dissatisfaction with the recent…
Vote Counting in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-13
Independent observers have condemned the recent presidential elections in Zimbabwe as fundamentally flawed, while election officials continue to count votes. The main contenders were current…
The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Trip to Austria Begins
Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has begun his trip to Austria and Greece, aiming to strengthen ties with EU countries. He is scheduled to meet with…
European Basketball Championship to be Held in Yugoslavia in 2005
The European Basketball Championship is scheduled to take place in Yugoslavia in 2005. This event is significant for the region as it showcases Yugoslavia's ability…
Ten Injured in a Football Match in Greece - 2002-03-12
A violent clash among football fans in Xanthi, Greece, led to at least 10 injuries before a match between Olympiacos and Xanthi. The police arrested…
Iran Reflected in Global Media in the First Week of March - 2002-03-12
The article reviews various international media coverage of Iran in early March 2002, highlighting a security equipment exhibition, resource division in the Caspian Sea, an…
Deep Solidarity of U.S. Allies with the Country - 2002-03-12
Six months after the 9/11 attacks, U.S. allies, including EU foreign ministers and Canadian lawmakers, expressed solidarity with America. This support follows President Bush's controversial…
A General in the Turkish Army Criticizes the European Union - 2002-03-09
A senior Turkish general criticized the EU for its negative stance on Turkey and suggested alliances with Russia and Iran. Prime Minister Ecevit dismissed the…
European Union Calls for Israel's Withdrawal from Palestinian Camps
The European Union has called for Israel to withdraw its military forces from Palestinian refugee camps, expressing concern over the consequences of the occupation. Israeli…
The Currencies of 12 European Countries Have Become History
On February 28, 2002, the currencies of 12 European nations were replaced by the euro, which had been officially introduced earlier that year. This transition…