November 2002
State of Emergency in Kurdish Regions of Turkey to be Lifted Today
Turkey is lifting the state of emergency in Kurdish regions today after fifteen years, a move linked to its EU accession efforts. This decision follows…
UN Security Council Extends International Security Assistance Mission in Afghanistan
The UN Security Council has renewed the mandate for the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan for another year, with Germany and the Netherlands set…
Peacekeepers' Mission in Afghanistan Extended
The UN Security Council has extended the mission of international peacekeepers in Afghanistan for another year, with the Netherlands and Germany set to take over…
Largest Identity Theft Ring in U.S. History Arrested - 2002-11-26
Three men have been arrested for orchestrating the largest identity theft ring in U.S. history, affecting over 30,000 victims. The scheme involved the theft of…
On this Day, November 24: Lee Harvey Oswald, the Assassin of Kennedy, was Killed - 2002-11-24
On November 24, Lee Harvey Oswald, who assassinated President John F. Kennedy, was killed by Jack Ruby. Ruby was sentenced to death but died of…
Maryam Joined Her Sun - 2002-11-23
Maryam has passed away, unable to endure the loss of her beloved 'Sun'. Her funeral will be private, and her memory will live on in…
Explosion in the Capital of Colombia - 2002-11-23
An explosion occurred in Bogotá, Colombia, where three mortars fired by suspected rebels detonated near the U.S. Embassy, injuring two. Initial evidence points to the…
In Mourning for Maryam and Niu - 2002-11-23
Fereydoun mourns the loss of his life partner Maryam, who passed away just five months after another significant loss. The article reflects on the deep…
NATO to Provide Military and Logistical Support to Peacekeeping Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-11-21
NATO has agreed to provide military and logistical support to the peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan, marking its first involvement in the region. The support will…
Sergey Ivanov: It is still unclear how the Iraq issue will be resolved
Russian Defense Minister Sergey Ivanov commented on Iraq's agreement to allow UN weapons inspectors back, suggesting it reduces the immediate risk of war. He emphasized…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Norway to Send More Personnel for International Peacekeeping Force
Norway is increasing its contributions to the International Peacekeeping Force in Afghanistan, which is currently led by Turkey. This expansion reflects Norway's growing involvement in…
Azerbaijan's Participation in Peacekeeping Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-11-15
Azerbaijan is deploying 30 soldiers to join Turkish-led peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan. This decision was approved by the Azerbaijani parliament, and Turkey will finance the…
The United States Congratulates Hu Jintao on His Appointment as Leader of the Communist Party of China - 2002-11-15
The U.S. has congratulated Hu Jintao on becoming the leader of the Communist Party of China, expressing hopes for future cooperation. Key areas of collaboration…
Ivory Coast Rebels Remain in Peace Talks
Rebels in Ivory Coast continue peace negotiations despite rejecting parts of a proposed peace plan that they believe favors the government. They demand early elections,…
United Nations Plan to Resolve the Cyprus Division - 2002-11-14
The Turkish Prime Minister, Bulent Ecevit, expressed concerns about the UN's plan to resolve the Cyprus division, particularly regarding territorial concessions to Greek Cypriots and…
Iraq's Attempt to Purchase Atropine from Turkey - 2002-11-13
U.S. officials are investigating Iraq's attempt to buy over one million doses of atropine from Turkey, an antidote for chemical weapons. This suggests Iraq may…
A Reputable American Newspaper Reports Iraq is Seeking Antidote for Nerve Gas - 2002-11-12
A reputable American newspaper reports that Iraq is ordering large quantities of Atropine, an antidote for nerve gas, suggesting preparations for potential military use of…
Two-Thirds of Parliamentarians Call for the Abolition of Aghajari's Death Sentence
Two-thirds of Iranian parliament members are advocating for the cancellation of the death sentence for Aghajari, a reformist figure associated with Khatami. This development highlights…
The City of Kirkuk in Iraq and Its Tempting Oil Resources for Turkey - 2002-11-11
The article discusses the strategic importance of Kirkuk, Iraq, particularly its oil resources, which are of significant interest to Turkey. This situation highlights the geopolitical…
According to press reports, President Bush has approved a war plan against Iraq - 2002-11-10
President Bush has approved a military plan against Iraq, indicating readiness for action if Iraq fails to comply with UN resolutions. Condoleezza Rice and British…
Ivorian Rebels Demand End to Government Terror - 2002-11-10
Ivorian rebels are demanding an end to government violence before resuming peace talks. The situation escalated after the killing of a rebel-supporting doctor, highlighting ongoing…
Jordanian Forces Besiege a City - 2002-11-10
Jordanian forces have besieged the city of Ma'an to search for militants linked to the murder of American diplomat Lawrence Foley. Eyewitnesses report an imminent…
Sergey Davanov is a staunch critic of the Kazakh government - 2002-11-07
Sergey Davanov, a prominent opposition journalist in Kazakhstan, has been charged with raping a minor, which he claims is a fabricated accusation aimed at silencing…
International Peacekeeping Force in Afghanistan - 2002-11-07
The Netherlands and Germany will jointly command an international peacekeeping force in Afghanistan starting early next year, taking over from Turkey. This force is crucial…
Calendar Day, November 3: Harry Truman's Victory in the Presidential Election - 1948-11-03
On November 3, 1948, newspapers prematurely announced Thomas Dewey's victory over Harry Truman in the U.S. presidential election. The next day, Truman confidently stated that…