June 2002
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: International Film Music Festival in Bonn - 2002-06-29
The International Film Music Festival in Bonn is concluding, featuring notable Greek composer Nikos Theodorakis and showcasing acclaimed Iranian films. This event highlights the cultural…
The Relationship Between Islam and Human Rights - June 29, 2002
Dr. Mahmoud Manshipour delivered a lecture on the relationship between Islam and human rights at the U.S. Institute of Peace, where he discussed three Islamic…
Massacre in Congo - 2002-06-28
A UN human rights envoy reported that Rwandan-backed rebels killed at least 150 people in Kisangani, DRC, during a massacre while suppressing a rebellion. The…
Israeli Attorney General: Government Cannot Exile Families of Suicide Bombers - 2002-06-27
The Israeli Attorney General has declared that the government cannot exile the families of Palestinian suicide bombers. This decision follows a proposal by the Israeli…
Execution of Mentally Disabled Individuals is Unconstitutional in the United States
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that the death penalty for mentally disabled individuals is unconstitutional, affecting 20 states. The case involved Daryl Renard Atkins,…
The Anti-Terrorism War Has Changed the Axis of Global Security - 2002-06-13
A Swedish research institute reports that the U.S.-led anti-terrorism war has shifted global security focus from prevention to military action. This change may impact international…
Two-Day South Africa Conference on AIDS - 2002-06-03
A two-day conference in South Africa is focused on accelerating AIDS vaccine research and testing in Africa. Scientists and representatives from donor countries are discussing…
Germany's 8-0 Victory Over Saudi Arabia - 2002-06-01
Germany's national football team achieved a historic 8-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in a World Cup match, with Miroslav Klose scoring three goals. This match…