August 2002
World Trade Organization Rules in Favor of the European Union
The World Trade Organization has ruled in favor of the European Union, allowing them to impose a $4 billion trade penalty on the U.S. due…
Stoning Sentence for a Woman in Nigeria Upheld
Amina Lawal Kurami's stoning sentence for adultery in Nigeria has been upheld by an Islamic court. Her defense plans to appeal, arguing she became pregnant…
Bomb Explosion at US Consulate in Karachi Under Investigation - 2002-08-19
Three men are facing legal proceedings for a bomb explosion at the US consulate in Karachi that killed 12 Pakistanis. They are linked to a…
Trial of Suspect in September 11 Terrorist Attacks Delayed Until January
The trial of Zacarias Moussaoui, the only person in custody for the September 11 attacks, has been postponed until January due to the complexity of…
Appeal of Four Islamic Militants Accepted by Court in Pakistan - 2002-08-13
The Sindh High Court in Pakistan has accepted the appeal of four Islamic militants convicted for the kidnapping and murder of journalist Daniel Pearl. Ahmed…
News and Opinions: Only in Moderation Can We Speak the Truth - 2002-08-11
The article discusses the importance of moderation in political discourse in Iran, emphasizing that extremism leads to a lack of meaningful dialogue. It references various…
Mohammad Khordadian: I Will Stay in Iran Forever!
Mohammad Khordadian, an Iranian dancer sentenced to ten years of forced residence in Iran for dancing abroad, has declared his intention to stay in Iran…
The European Union Requests Details on Turkey's Human Rights Reform Program
The European Union has asked Turkey for details on its newly approved human rights reform program aimed at facilitating its EU membership. Key reforms include…
Turkey's Nationalist Party Files Complaint with Supreme Court
Turkey's Nationalist Party is challenging new human rights reforms aimed at improving EU membership prospects. The reforms include abolishing the death penalty and granting more…
Broadcasting of Kurdish Language Radio and Television Programs in Turkey Has Been Permitted
The Turkish Parliament has approved a bill allowing Kurdish language broadcasting, marking a shift in government policy against Kurdish separatism. This move is seen as…
Abolition of the Death Penalty in Turkey - 2002-08-03
The Turkish Parliament has abolished the death penalty and approved reforms aimed at improving minority rights and freedoms in anticipation of joining the European Union.…
The Fate of Turkey's Parliamentary Reform Program Remains Unclear - 2002-08-01
Turkey's parliamentary committee has approved a reform program aimed at EU membership, but its future is uncertain due to opposition from the ruling coalition, particularly…