December 2002
North Korea's Nuclear Facility Closed to the Outside World
North Korea has expelled international inspectors from its nuclear facility, closing it off to outside oversight. This action raises concerns about the country's nuclear capabilities…
Mohammad ElBaradei: Reactivating North Korea's Nuclear Plant Has No Relation to Its Electricity Needs
The IAEA reports that North Korea is reactivating its Yongbyon nuclear plant, which is unrelated to its electricity needs. ElBaradei emphasizes that North Korea has…
International Atomic Energy Agency Asks North Korea Not to Expel Nuclear Inspectors
The IAEA has urged North Korea not to expel its nuclear inspectors, which would hinder monitoring of the country's nuclear activities. North Korea's decision follows…
Kim Dae-jung: North Korea has ignited the nuclear crisis in the region - 2002-12-26
South Korean President Kim Dae-jung declared that North Korea's nuclear ambitions will not be tolerated, condemning their reactivation of nuclear facilities. This situation escalates the…
North Korean Leaders Plan to Resume Operations at Nuclear Power Plant - 2002-12-25
North Korean leaders are planning to restart operations at a nuclear power plant, raising international concerns about nuclear weapons production. This move comes as U.S.…
Russia Asks North Korea to Cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency
Russia has urged North Korea to collaborate with the IAEA amid concerns over its nuclear weapons program. This request highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding North…
North Korea Apparently Begins Removing Seals from Its Nuclear Laboratory
North Korea has started removing seals from its nuclear laboratory, which is crucial for its nuclear weapons program. This move comes after the U.S.-led coalition…
U.S. Defense Secretary: America Fully Capable of Doing What is Necessary - 2002-12-23
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld emphasized America's military readiness to confront multiple threats, including North Korea, while advocating for diplomatic solutions. This comes amid North…
Iran Firmly Rejects Claims of Attempting to Produce Nuclear Weapons - 2002-12-15
Iran has rejected allegations of developing nuclear weapons and insists its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi emphasized that the facilities…
North Korea: Oversight of Our Nuclear Facilities Must Be Stopped - 2002-12-14
North Korea has announced that the International Atomic Energy Agency must cease its oversight of its nuclear facilities, prompting a response from U.S. and South…
UN Inspectors Visited Eleven Locations in Iraq Today - 2002-12-14
UN weapons inspectors conducted visits to eleven sites in Iraq as part of their search for weapons of mass destruction. Hans Blix has requested a…
The U.S. Regrets North Korea's Decision to Reactivate Nuclear Power Plant
The U.S. has expressed regret over North Korea's decision to reactivate a nuclear power plant, which raises concerns about nuclear weapons production. Leaders from the…
U.S. Defense Secretary's Visit to Qatar - 2002-12-12
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld visited Qatar, emphasizing Iraq's possession of weapons of mass destruction and the need for disarmament. He signed an agreement to…
UN Inspectors Visited Two More Sites in the Baghdad Suburbs - 2002-12-09
UN inspectors visited two sites in Baghdad suburbs as part of their investigation into Iraq's weapons programs. The findings will determine whether Iraq's claims of…
UN Weapons Experts Review Iraqi Government Report - 2002-12-09
UN weapons experts are analyzing a comprehensive report from Iraq regarding its weapons programs, which initially appears to support Iraq's claims of not having nuclear…
Iraq Submits Reports for Analysis to the United Nations - 2002-12-08
Iraq has submitted extensive reports to the UN asserting it has no weapons of mass destruction, which are now under analysis. President Bush warns that…
North Korea has taken a dangerous step by violating nuclear agreements
North Korea is facing serious accusations from the U.S. for violating nuclear agreements, as it refuses to allow international inspectors. U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld…
Iraq: Deadline to Declare Weapons of Mass Destruction is December 8
Iraq has announced it will declare its status regarding weapons of mass destruction by December 8, following a meeting with UN officials. The US has…