March 2002
Friendly Fire May Have Caused Death of American Soldier
U.S. military officials are investigating the possibility that American soldier Stanley Harriman was killed by friendly fire during Operation Anaconda in Afghanistan, rather than by…
Friendly Fire Causes Death of American Soldier
The first American soldier killed in Afghanistan, Private First Class Stanley Harriman, died from friendly fire rather than enemy action. This incident highlights the dangers…
Interrogation of a Suspect Planning a Suicide Attack Against Israel
Mohammad Al-Yaqoubi, a U.S. citizen, is being interrogated by the FBI for allegedly planning a suicide attack against Israel. He was previously denied entry into…
Suspect in America Attempting to Carry Out a Suicide Attack
A man named Mohammad Aliyaqoubi is being investigated by the FBI for allegedly planning a suicide attack against Israel. He was previously denied entry to…
Training of the New Afghan National Army Approved by the U.S. Army - 2002-03-26
The U.S. has approved the training of the new Afghan National Army, which will begin in 4 to 6 weeks. Concerns about stability in Afghanistan…
US Congressman: Security Regulations at US Nuclear Power Plants are Very Weak - 2002-03-26
US Congressman Edward Markey raises concerns about the weak security regulations at US nuclear power plants, suggesting that terrorists could potentially be employed there. He…
The US Peace Proposal is Under Review by Israel and Palestine - 2002-03-25
Israeli and Palestinian officials are reviewing a US peace proposal aimed at establishing a ceasefire. Meetings with US envoy Anthony Zinni are taking place, and…
U.S. Vice President: Saddam Hussein Possesses Biological Weapons - 2002-03-25
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney asserts that Saddam Hussein is actively pursuing weapons of mass destruction, including biological and nuclear weapons. This statement highlights the…
Turkey Not Prepared to Command International Peacekeeping Forces in Kabul
Turkey is not ready to take command of international peacekeeping forces in Kabul, according to British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw. This delay is significant as…
Iraq Accepts US Investigation Team Regarding Fate of Missing Pilot - 2002-03-25
Iraq has agreed to accept a US investigation team to discuss the fate of Michael Speicher, a pilot missing since the Gulf War. The discussions…
Protests in Baku - 2002-03-24
On March 24, 2002, protests erupted in Baku against President Heydar Aliyev, with demonstrators demanding his resignation and democratic elections. The protests involved about 1,500…
52 Senators Urge President to Reconsider Sending Dick Cheney to the Middle East - 2002-03-24
52 U.S. Senators have called on President Bush to rethink sending Vice President Dick Cheney to the Middle East, citing concerns over Yasser Arafat's commitment…
Recent Clashes Between Israelis and Palestinians - 2002-03-24
Recent clashes have occurred between Israeli forces and Palestinians, resulting in multiple casualties on both sides. U.S. envoy Anthony Zinni is attempting to negotiate a…
Ariel Sharon Willing to Attend Arab Leaders Summit
Ariel Sharon has expressed interest in attending an upcoming Arab leaders summit in Beirut to discuss the Saudi peace plan. This proposal involves Israel normalizing…
America and the Palestinians - 2002-03-23
President Bush indicated that Vice President Cheney could meet with Palestinian leader Arafat if he takes stronger action to end violence. U.S. envoy Anthony Zinni…
Negotiations Mediated by the U.S. - 2002-03-23
Violence continues to overshadow U.S.-mediated ceasefire talks between Israelis and Palestinians, with recent attacks resulting in casualties. Key figures include President Bush, Vice President Cheney,…
Guests This Week on the Roundtable Program - 2002-03-22
This article announces the guests for the Roundtable program on Voice of America, commemorating the 23rd anniversary of its Persian broadcasts. Morteza Yahyavi, Javad Heydari,…
Results of a Survey on Religion - 2002-03-21
A recent survey reveals that only 37% of Americans believe the influence of religion is increasing, a significant drop from 78% post-9/11. While Americans generally…
Nowruz Celebrated in Afghanistan After Six Years - 2002-03-21
Afghans celebrate Nowruz for the first time in six years after the Taliban's ban. President Bush offers U.S. support for Afghanistan's stability, while military officials…
Bulent Ecevit Urges Iraq to Allow Inspectors to Return - 2002-03-21
Bulent Ecevit, Turkey's Prime Minister, called on Iraq to permit the return of UN weapons inspectors following discussions with U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney. Ecevit…
Richard Cheney Willing to Meet Yasser Arafat Under Certain Conditions - 2002-03-20
U.S. Vice President Richard Cheney expressed willingness to meet Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat if a ceasefire plan is successfully implemented. This statement was made during…
Richard Cheney, U.S. Vice President, Visits Turkey - 2002-03-20
Richard Cheney, U.S. Vice President, visited Turkey following a trip to 11 Middle Eastern countries to discuss Turkey's concerns about a potential U.S. military action…
The Sorcerer of Time Poem by Fereydoun Farahandouz - 2002-03-20
The article highlights a poetic performance by Fereydoun Farahandouz of Nader Naderpour's poem 'The Sorcerer of Time' in celebration of Nowruz. This cultural event emphasizes…
Iranian Heritage Day in New Jersey - 2002-03-20
James McGreevey, the Governor of New Jersey, declared March 20 as 'Iranian Heritage Day' to honor the contributions of the Iranian community in the state.…
Palestine's Readiness to Implement Ceasefire Plan Mediated by the U.S.
The Palestinian Authority has expressed its willingness to engage in a ceasefire with Israel, facilitated by the U.S. This development follows a statement from U.S.…
Dick Cheney's Visit to Israel - 2002-03-19
Dick Cheney visits Israel to discuss the escalating conflict with Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. His trip follows meetings with leaders from nine Arab nations regarding…
Nazi Baghlari's Report from Paris, March 17, 2002: Part Two of the Interview with 'Hormoz Key', Iranian Documentarian - 2002-03-19
Nazi Baghlari reports on an interview with Hormoz Key, an Iranian documentarian known for his work on women's issues in Iran. Key discusses his documentary…
Israeli Forces Evacuate Bethlehem and Beit Jala - 2002-03-19
Israeli forces have evacuated Bethlehem and Beit Jala, fulfilling a key Palestinian condition for ceasefire negotiations. This move follows high-level talks between U.S. officials and…
Dick Cheney to Meet Ariel Sharon in Israel Today - 2002-03-18
Dick Cheney is in Israel to discuss ending violence between Israelis and Palestinians, the global war on terrorism, and Iraq with Prime Minister Ariel Sharon.…
Mars Odyssey Begins Transmitting Useful Data to Earth - 2002-03-17
The Mars Odyssey spacecraft has started sending valuable data to Earth, revealing more about water on Mars. Astronauts improved the Hubble Space Telescope's effectiveness, and…
The Deputy Prime Minister of Serbia May Be Accused of Spying for the U.S.
The Yugoslav Army may accuse Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Miodrag Pristich of espionage for the U.S. after he and an American diplomat were arrested during…
U.S. Vice President Arrives in Bahrain - 2002-03-17
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney arrived in Bahrain to discuss terrorism, Iraq, and peace efforts in the Middle East. He is set to meet with…
Dick Cheney Meets with Crown Prince Abdullah
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney met with Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah to discuss the Middle East crisis and the U.S. war on terrorism. Abdullah opposed…
U.S. Vice President Arrives in Saudi Arabia Today - 2002-03-16
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney has arrived in Saudi Arabia to discuss the Middle East peace process and counter-terrorism efforts with Crown Prince Abdullah. The…
Continuation of Dick Cheney's Trip, U.S. Vice President - 2002-03-15
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney is meeting American troops on an aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea as part of a trip to gather support…
Yemen Disagrees with Washington on Attack Against Iraq - 2002-03-14
Yemen supports the U.S. war on terrorism but opposes a military attack on Iraq. This disagreement was highlighted during discussions between U.S. Vice President Dick…
The U.S. Will Not Allow Iraq to Endanger the Future of the World with the Production of Weapons of Mass Destruction - 2002-03-14
President Bush emphasized that the U.S. will not permit Iraq to pose a threat through weapons of mass destruction. Vice President Cheney is currently in…
Dick Cheney's Meeting with Hosni Mubarak - 2002-03-13
Dick Cheney met with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak to discuss the U.S.-led war on terrorism and Israeli-Palestinian violence. This meeting is part of Cheney's broader…
U.S. Vice President's Trip to the Middle East - 2002-03-13
U.S. Vice President Richard Cheney began his Middle East trip in Jordan, discussing U.S. concerns about Iraq and regional stability with King Abdullah. The trip…
Dick Cheney Meets and Discusses with Tony Blair - 2002-03-12
Dick Cheney met with Tony Blair in London to discuss the rising violence between Israel and Palestinians and the U.S.-led war on terrorism. Cheney's Middle…
Photo Exhibition of the New York Tragedy to be Held in Thirty Cities Worldwide
Joel Meyerowitz, an American photographer, is exhibiting 27 photographs of Ground Zero from the September 11 attacks in Rome and plans to showcase them in…
U.S. Vice President Arrives in London
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney has arrived in London as part of a Middle Eastern tour to discuss rising violence between Israel and Palestinians and…
Shimon Peres and Saeb Erekat to Meet
Shimon Peres and Saeb Erekat are meeting amid escalating violence that resulted in numerous casualties. The discussions will include the upcoming visit of U.S. officials…
Special Ceremony at the White House on the Sixth Month Anniversary of the New York Tragedy - 2002-03-11
A special ceremony is taking place at the White House to commemorate the sixth month anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. President Bush is expected…
Dick Cheney's Middle East Trip Begins - 2002-03-11
Dick Cheney has embarked on a ten-day trip to the Middle East to secure support for the U.S.-led war on terrorism. His itinerary includes visits…
Peace Negotiations Amid Ongoing War - 2002-03-09
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon stated that ceasefire negotiations with Palestinians must occur despite ongoing violence. Israeli military actions continue in Gaza and Nablus, while…
U.S. Vice President's Trip to the Middle East - 2002-03-09
U.S. Vice President Richard Cheney is traveling to the Middle East for ten days, emphasizing that his visit will not revive the Israeli-Palestinian peace process.…
Democratic Changes in Iraq Must Be Achieved by Internal Forces
Jalal Talabani, a leader of Iraqi Kurds, advocates for internal forces to drive democratic changes in Iraq rather than U.S. military intervention, fearing the establishment…
Retired American General Praises Fidel Castro for Drug Fight - 2002-03-05
Retired General Barry McCaffrey praised Fidel Castro for Cuba's efforts against drug trafficking, asserting that Cuba does not threaten the U.S. He had extensive discussions…
Iranians in Japan (Part Three) - 2002-03-03
The article discusses an interview conducted by Bijan Farhoudi with two Iranian carpet sellers, Ali Soleymanieh and Ali Reza Davoodnejad, at a Tokyo exhibition. This…
Exploratory spacecraft discovers extensive areas on the surface of Mars
The Mars Odyssey spacecraft has discovered large areas on Mars that likely contain ice, revealing significant hydrogen levels near the south pole. This finding suggests…
Formation of a Secret Government in America - 2002-03-02
The Bush administration has set up a secret government to ensure continuity of governance in case of a major terrorist attack. About 100 senior officials…