March 2002
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…
Death Penalty Sought for Zakaria Moussaoui - 2002-03-28
The U.S. is pursuing the death penalty for Zakaria Moussaoui, the only person charged in the September 11 attacks. Attorney General Ashcroft cites the severe…
Israel Expected to Accept Peaceful Ceasefire Proposal
Israel is anticipated to accept a ceasefire proposal from U.S. envoy Anthony Zinni, which shortens the timeline for peace negotiations. Palestinian leaders emphasize Yasser Arafat's…
Government Investigations into Anthrax Virus Focus on Suspected Domestic Actors - 2002-03-25
U.S. investigations into the anthrax virus are focusing on domestic suspects, with potential links to September 11 hijackers. Attorney General John Ashcroft highlighted the refined…
Anthrax and Domestic Suspects - 2002-03-24
U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft announced that investigations into the anthrax attacks will focus on domestic suspects, despite potential links to the September 11 attacks.…
One Hundred and Fifty Million Dollar Fine - 2002-03-23
A jury in Oregon has ruled that Philip Morris must pay $150 million to the heirs of Michelle Schwartz, who died from cancer after smoking…
Sharia Law Contradicts the Constitution - 2002-03-22
The Nigerian government has declared that Sharia law in northern states is unconstitutional and must be amended. Justice Minister Kano Agabi has called for a…
Senior Members of Al-Qaeda and Taliban to be Tried in Special Military Committees - 2002-03-22
Senior members of Al-Qaeda and the Taliban are set to be tried in special military committees as promised by U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld.…
Prosecutors in the U.S. Seek Death Penalty for Zacarias Moussaoui - 2002-03-19
U.S. prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Zacarias Moussaoui, alleged to be the twentieth hijacker in the September 11 attacks. Attorney General John Ashcroft…