October 2002
OAS President Attempts to Resolve Stalemate Between Chavez and His Opponents - 2002-10-29
Cesar Gaviria of the OAS met with Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez to address the ongoing political stalemate with his opponents. The situation has led to…
Call for Demonstrations in Venezuela - 2002-10-24
Discontented army officers in Venezuela are calling for a revolt against President Hugo Chavez, with some officers declaring defiance. The military appears to be ignoring…
Moscow Television Shows Body Removed from Building - 2002-10-23
Armed men took hostages in a Moscow theater during a performance, demanding an end to the war in Chechnya. Russian President Putin canceled his trip…
Six Palestinians Killed in Yesterday's Clashes with Israeli Soldiers
Six Palestinians were killed in recent clashes with Israeli soldiers, including a child who died when a house collapsed due to an explosion. The incidents…
Special Information Center Established to Identify Victims of Bali Bombing - 2002-10-14
A special information center has been established in Bali to help identify victims of a devastating bombing that killed individuals from at least twenty countries.…
Philippine Army Launches Major Attack on Muslim Rebel Camp - 2002-10-13
The Philippine Army has initiated a significant military operation against Muslim rebels in Lanao del Sur, resulting in at least 20 rebel deaths. Concurrently, they…
Thousands of Venezuelans Participate in Peaceful March Against the President
Thousands of Venezuelans marched peacefully in Caracas against President Hugo Chavez, demanding early elections. If Chavez does not respond by Wednesday, organizers may call for…
India Views Kashmir Elections as a Victory
India held elections in Kashmir, with about half of eligible voters participating despite violence and calls for a boycott from separatists. The elections are seen…
Frankfurt Book Fair: An International Gathering of Book Lovers with Celebration and Dance - 2002-10-09
The Frankfurt Book Fair will take place from October 9 to 14, featuring over six thousand publishers and more than two thousand cultural programs. This…