December 2002
Increased Security Measures for Christmas Celebrations in Asian Countries - 2002-12-30
Asian countries are ramping up security for Christmas celebrations due to threats from Islamic terrorists, particularly following recent attacks in Bali. Authorities in Indonesia, Australia,…
Christmas Celebrations in Asia - December 24, 2002
Christians globally celebrate Christmas amid heightened security due to fears of terrorist attacks. In Indonesia, extensive police presence is noted, while in Bethlehem, celebrations are…
Six More Suspects Arrested in Connection with Bali Bombings - 2002-12-23
Indonesian police have arrested six more suspects related to the October 12 Bali bombings that killed nearly 200 people. The suspects include two Malaysians and…
Most Muslims in Britain Perceive War on Terror as War Against Islam - 2002-12-23
A recent poll indicates that a majority of Muslims in Britain view the war on terror as a conflict against Islam, with many rejecting the…
Abu Bakar Bashir Warns Australia
Abu Bakar Bashir has issued a warning to Australia regarding potential military actions against terrorist targets, labeling Prime Minister John Howard's threats as irrational. This…
Jamaah Islamiyah Responsible for Over 12 Bombings in Indonesia
The Jamaah Islamiyah group has been linked to over 12 bombings in Indonesia, including the deadly Bali bombing. Recent arrests have been made, including the…
Key Suspect in Bali Bombing Received $30,000
A key suspect in the Bali bombing, Wan Min, was arrested in Malaysia and is accused of providing $30,000 to militants involved in the attack.…
More than twenty Indonesians arrested in connection with Bali bombing
Indonesian police have arrested over twenty individuals linked to the Bali bombing, including key suspect Imam Samudra. This incident is significant as it highlights ongoing…
Two Explosions in Eastern Indonesia - 2002-12-05
Two explosions in Makassar, Eastern Indonesia, resulted in at least 3 deaths and several injuries, with one blast occurring at a McDonald's and the other…
Arrest of Suspected Member of Jamaah Islamiyah in Indonesia - 2002-12-04
Indonesian police have arrested Mokhlas, a suspected senior member of Jamaah Islamiyah, along with several others. He is believed to be the successor to a…
Lawyer of Bali Bombing Suspect: My Client Was the Mastermind of the Attack
Imam Samudra's lawyer claims he is the mastermind behind the Bali bombings that killed over 190 people and is facing the death penalty. Samudra has…
Imam Samudra has confessed to the terrorist act in Bali
Imam Samudra has confessed to being the mastermind behind the recent bombings in Bali, Indonesia, and is awaiting execution. His actions were reportedly motivated by…
In Search of Al-Qaeda in Southeast Asia - 2002-12-01
Southeast Asian security agencies are now actively searching for Al-Qaeda members following the Bali bombing, despite prior denials from officials in countries like Indonesia regarding…