July 2002
Animal Party in Washington D.C. - July 30, 2002
An exhibition titled 'Animal Party' featuring 200 statues of donkeys and elephants is on display in Washington D.C. to attract tourists and support the local…
Turkey Approaches Election Date - 2002-07-30
Turkey is moving closer to holding elections on November 3, 2002, following a parliamentary commission's approval. Most political parties support the elections, except for Prime…
Turkish Parliament Session to Determine Election Date - 2002-07-29
The Turkish Parliament is meeting to vote on an early election date due to Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit's declining health. Most parties support the election…
Ecevit's Renewed Opposition to Early Elections - 2002-07-29
Bulent Ecevit, Turkey's Prime Minister, opposes early elections as Parliament considers a new election date. He argues that early elections could disrupt economic reforms and…
Turkey's Prime Minister: I Will Not Oppose Elections in November
Turkey's Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit has expressed his willingness to hold elections in November, despite rumors of a potential resignation to delay them. The Deputy…
Bulent Ecevit Believes Early Elections Will Harm Turkey's Economy - 2002-07-21
Bulent Ecevit, Turkey's Prime Minister, is urging coalition partners against early elections, citing potential economic harm and risks to military stability. He warns that such…
Jerusalem Film Festival - 2002-07-20
The Jerusalem Film Festival is taking place, marking its 19th edition. The event aims to maintain cultural relevance amidst ongoing challenges. Nazi Baghlari from Voice…
Turkish Prime Minister Will Continue Efforts to Postpone Elections
Turkish Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit is actively seeking to postpone elections originally scheduled for November, arguing that early elections would disrupt necessary reforms for EU…
Three Arab Foreign Ministers Hopeful About the Establishment of a Palestinian State
Three Arab foreign ministers from Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia met with President Bush and expressed optimism about the establishment of a Palestinian state. They…
Efforts to Hold Early Elections in Turkey - 2002-07-18
The Turkish Parliament is convening to discuss the possibility of early elections after Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit agreed to hold them in November, 18 months…
Workers' Protest Turned Violent
Thousands of workers protested in Tehran against a government decision increasing employer powers, leading to a violent incident where windows and doors were broken. The…
Under the Microscope: The Third Congress of the Participation Front - 2002-07-17
The Participation Front is holding its third congress and is addressing President Bush's recent speech and the implications of the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister's visit…
Syria Sends Weapons to Iraq - 2002-07-16
Syria is reportedly sending weapons to Iraq, defying UN sanctions, as military analysts in Israel highlight a strategic shift in the region. The Iraqi parliament…
Extraordinary Session of the Turkish Parliament to Be Held
The Turkish Parliament is set to hold an extraordinary session to discuss early elections, prompted by the National Action Party's demand to replace the ailing…
Two More Turkish Parliament Members Resign from Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit's Party
Two members of the Turkish Parliament resigned from Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit's party, bringing the total to 35 resignations. This is due to concerns over…
Protests Against Chavez in Venezuela - 2002-07-12
On July 12, 2002, hundreds of thousands protested in Caracas, demanding President Hugo Chavez's resignation. The protests were a response to the deaths of 17…
Turkey's Economy Minister Resigns from Government
Kemal Derviş, Turkey's Economy Minister, has resigned, becoming the eighth key cabinet member to do so this week, amid a political crisis and calls for…
Ecevit's Efforts to Prevent the Fall of the Turkish Government - 2002-07-10
Bulent Ecevit, the Prime Minister of Turkey, is trying to stabilize his government amid resignations of key ministers. He appointed new ministers while facing health…
One of Turkey's Deputy Prime Ministers Calls for New Parliamentary Elections
Masoud Ilmaz, a deputy prime minister of Turkey, has called for new parliamentary elections amid a political crisis following the resignation of several government officials,…
Under the Microscope: The Government Chooses Repression and Opposition to Peaceful Protests on the Anniversary of July 18
The Iranian government has opted for repression against peaceful protests marking the anniversary of July 18. This decision reflects ongoing tensions within Iran regarding dissent…
Hossam al-Din Ozkan Resigns as Deputy Prime Minister of Turkey - 2002-07-08
Hossam al-Din Ozkan has resigned as Turkey's Deputy Prime Minister, marking a significant setback for Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit's coalition government. This resignation comes amid…
Opposition Parties in Pakistan Condemn Musharraf's Action
Opposition parties in Pakistan have condemned President Pervez Musharraf's decree that bars former prime ministers Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif from returning to power. This…
Final Meeting of the Organization of African Unity - 2002-07-08
The Organization of African Unity is holding its final meeting in South Africa, transitioning to the African Union. Over 40 African leaders are present to…
Presidential Decree in Pakistan Against Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif - 2002-07-07
Pervez Musharraf's decree bars Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif from future political office in Pakistan. This move is seen as a consolidation of power by…
French Foreign Minister Warns of Continued Reoccupation of Palestinian Autonomous Areas - 2002-07-07
French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin warns that the ongoing Israeli reoccupation of Palestinian areas jeopardizes the Palestinians' ability to conduct elections. This statement comes…
Under the Microscope: The Necessity of Holding a Referendum on the Government of Iran - 2002-07-05
As the anniversary of the July 18 tragedy approaches, Iranian dissidents and opposition leaders are advocating for a referendum to decide the future government of…
UN Reports Over 25,000 Afghans Seeking to Enter Pakistan
The UN reports that over 25,000 Afghans are stranded at the Pakistan border due to a closure by Pakistani authorities. Most are fleeing persecution from…
Under the Microscope: A New Phase in Iran-U.S. Relations - 2002-07-01
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the evolving dynamics of Iran-U.S. relations, particularly focusing on 'Earthquake Diplomacy' and its implications. He also addresses the political climate…