July 2002
Tom Ridge's Assurance to the American People for Security and War on Terrorism - 2002-07-21
Tom Ridge, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, reassured Americans about government efforts to ensure safety and combat terrorism. He emphasized the importance of Congress…
International Spy Museum Opens in Washington - July 20, 2002
The International Spy Museum opened in Washington, showcasing espionage tools and featuring former intelligence officials on its board. Notably, General Oleg Kalugin, a former KGB…
The Lack of Linguists in Intelligence Agencies Prepared the Ground for the September 11 Disaster - 2002-07-18
A U.S. House committee report highlights that the lack of linguists and poor budget management in intelligence agencies contributed to the failures leading up to…
U.S. Military Cooperation with Pakistan to Locate Al-Qaeda Fighters - 2002-07-14
U.S. military and law enforcement agencies are collaborating with Pakistan to track down Al-Qaeda fighters who escaped from Afghanistan. This unprecedented cooperation aims to prevent…
Pipe Bomb Explosion in Washington - 2002-07-13
A pipe bomb exploded in a Washington residential area, injuring a 21-year-old man. The police have not determined the motive and do not believe it…
Beating of a Black Youth by White Police Officer Saddens Attorney General
A white police officer assaulted a handcuffed black youth in Los Angeles, leading to widespread outrage and an investigation by the FBI. Attorney General John…
Approval of Bill to Arm Commercial Pilots - 2002-07-10
The U.S. House has approved a bill allowing commercial pilots to carry guns in the cockpit, aiming to prevent future terrorist attacks. The bill passed…
Los Angeles Report: Shooting at Los Angeles Airport - 2002-07-06
A shooting incident occurred at Los Angeles Airport, prompting an update from Richard Garcia of the FBI regarding El Al Airlines. The situation raises concerns…
The Motive of the Egyptian Attacker at the Israeli Airline Counter Remains Unknown - 2002-07-06
An Egyptian immigrant opened fire at the Israeli airline counter in Los Angeles, killing two and injuring five before being shot dead. The FBI is…
Shooting at Los Angeles Airport - 2002-07-05
A shooting at Los Angeles International Airport resulted in three deaths, with the FBI stating it appears to be an isolated incident rather than terrorism.…
Los Angeles Airport Shooter Identified - 2002-07-05
An Egyptian-born man, Hisham Mohamed Hedayat, opened fire at Los Angeles International Airport, killing two and injuring seven before being shot by security. The FBI…
First Independence Day Celebrations After the September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-07-05
The first Independence Day celebrations after September 11 were marked by heavy security and a shooting incident at LAX where an Egyptian man killed two…
Saddam's Adopted Son Arrested in the U.S. for Attempting to Attend Flight School
Mohammad Safi, Saddam Hussein's adopted son, was arrested by the FBI for attempting to enter the U.S. to attend a flight school without the proper…
Independence Day in the United States Should Be Celebrated Peacefully - 2002-07-04
President Bush calls for a peaceful celebration of Independence Day amid heightened security following the September 11 attacks. The FBI and military have increased security…
Security Preparedness for Independence Day Celebrations in the United States - 2002-07-03
U.S. officials have increased security measures nationwide due to potential terrorist threats on Independence Day. The F.B.I. has called for heightened vigilance among police as…
Possibility of Terrorist Attack on Independence Day in the U.S.
A recent poll indicates that a majority of Americans believe a terrorist attack could happen on July 4th, Independence Day. Despite this concern, most are…