October 2002
Bahrain: At Least Two Women Elected to Parliament
Bahrain has begun the second round of its first parliamentary elections in 29 years, with at least two women elected so far. This election is…
General Musharraf's Two-Day Visit to Saudi Arabia - 2002-10-30
Pervez Musharraf, the President of Pakistan, is on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia where he is discussing bilateral and regional matters with Saudi leaders,…
Dialogue Between Ivorian Government Officials and Rebel Representatives - 2002-10-30
Ivorian government officials and rebel representatives are engaged in peace talks in Togo to end a five-week civil war. The rebels demand the resignation of…
The White House Pursues Gathering Evidence of Saddam Hussein's War Crimes - 2002-10-30
The White House is gathering evidence to prosecute Saddam Hussein's senior advisors for war crimes if his regime falls. This involves potential charges of genocide…
Decentralization in Al-Qaeda's Terrorist Operations - 2002-10-30
The Washington Post reports that Al-Qaeda members can now operate independently without central approval, a shift initiated by Osama bin Laden during the U.S. military…
President Bush Calls for UN Security Council Resolution - 2002-10-29
President Bush is pushing for a UN Security Council resolution regarding weapons inspections in Iraq, contingent on the Council's progress by next week. The situation…
Spanish Leaders Hope to Strengthen Relations with Iran During Mohammad Khatami's Visit - 2002-10-29
Spanish leaders are optimistic about enhancing political and economic ties with Iran during President Mohammad Khatami's visit. The visit includes discussions on investment protection and…
Ivorian Government Representatives Have Gone to Togo's Capital for Peace Negotiations - 2002-10-29
Ivorian government representatives have traveled to Togo for peace talks following a month-long rebellion. Rebel representatives arrived earlier, and the talks will be the first…
Elections in Togo - 2002-10-28
Parliamentary elections in Togo were held amid a boycott by opposition parties protesting the lack of electoral freedom and transparency. The ruling party faced no…
Shooting at Arizona Nursing School - 2002-10-28
A shooting at the University of Arizona nursing school resulted in four deaths, including two professors. The shooter committed suicide, and authorities are still searching…
Russia Threatens to Boycott EU-Russia Summit in Copenhagen
Russia has threatened to boycott the upcoming EU-Russia summit in Copenhagen due to Denmark's hosting of a Chechen congress. This decision follows a recent operation…
Parliamentary Elections in the Republic of Togo, West Africa Held After Long Delay - 2002-10-27
Parliamentary elections in Togo were conducted after significant delays, with opposition parties boycotting due to concerns over freedom and transparency. The ruling party faced little…
Interview with Mr. Nemat Ahmadi Regarding the Arrest of Mr. Granpayeh - 2002-10-27
The article features an interview with Dr. Nemat Ahmadi discussing the legal implications of the judiciary's actions against the National Institute for Polling Research following…
Ganga Zumba
The article discusses the film 'Ganga Zumba', directed by Carlos Diegues, which depicts the first slave rebellion in the Americas in 1641 Brazil. The film…
America Still Unprepared to Counter Terrorist Attacks - 2002-10-25
An independent task force has warned that the U.S. remains unprepared for terrorist attacks over a year after 9/11, suggesting that future attacks could be…
The Future Face of Bahrain's Parliament - 2002-10-25
Bahrain held its first parliamentary elections in 29 years, showing a mix of Islamic and secular representatives, with potential female representation. The final results are…
Washington Seeks Israeli Support - 2002-10-23
The article discusses the aftermath of a suicide attack in Israel that killed 16 people, with Israeli officials denying U.S. pressure to avoid retaliation. The…
Police Ask Sniper to Contact Authorities
Police in Washington are urging a sniper to make contact after a series of shootings, including the recent murder of a bus driver. The sniper…
Azerbaijani Commercial Ship Sinks in the Caspian Sea
An Azerbaijani commercial ship sank in the Caspian Sea with 44 crew members and 7 passengers on board. The ship was en route from Kazakhstan…
King Fahd Calls for International Support for Palestinian Statehood Efforts - 2002-10-21
King Fahd of Saudi Arabia urged for international backing of Palestinian efforts to establish a state during a meeting with U.S. envoy William Burns. This…
Investigation into Ashland Shooting Continues - 2002-10-21
An investigation is ongoing in Ashland, Virginia, regarding a recent shooting that may be linked to a series of sniper attacks in the Washington area.…
Memorial Service Held for Two Victims of Washington Area Shooting Spree
A memorial service was held for two victims of a shooting spree in Washington, which has resulted in nine deaths and two injuries since October…
Leaders of French-speaking Communities Emphasize the Priority of the UN's Role in Iraq
Leaders of 56 French-speaking communities met in Beirut and stressed that disarmament efforts in Iraq should be led by the UN. They called for Iraq…
New Prime Minister of Nepal Says He Is Still Awaiting Response to Peace Proposal Made to Maoist Rebels
The new Prime Minister of Nepal, Lokendra Bahadur Chand, is awaiting a response to a peace proposal made to Maoist rebels amidst ongoing military operations.…
The Promise Washington Made to Sharon - 2002-10-19
The U.S. promised Israel protection against missile attacks in a potential conflict with Iraq during Ariel Sharon's visit to Washington. The Bush administration is ready…
A Hardline Court in Tehran Arrests Director of a Polling Institute
A hardline court in Tehran has arrested the director of a polling institute for publishing a poll that showed significant support among Iranians for improving…
UN Security Council Meeting on Iraq Resolution - 2002-10-17
The UN Security Council is discussing a new resolution for Iraq's disarmament, with Kofi Annan emphasizing the seriousness of Iraq's non-compliance. While most countries recognize…
A Coalition Forces Base in Afghanistan Attacked by Rockets - 2002-10-16
A coalition forces base in Afghanistan was attacked by six rockets, but there were no casualties. U.S. military spokesperson Colonel Roger King reported that three…
Criminal Case Against Leonid Kuchma, President of Ukraine - 2002-10-16
A Ukrainian judge has initiated a criminal investigation against President Leonid Kuchma over allegations of arms sales to Iraq and involvement in a journalist's murder.…
Military Aircraft Assist Police in Washington Area - 2002-10-16
Military aircraft are being deployed to assist police in the search for a sniper in the Washington area, who has killed nine people since October…
Calendar Day, October 13: The Foundation Stone of the White House - 2002-10-15
On October 13, 1792, George Washington, the first President of the United States, laid the foundation stone of the White House. This event marks a…
Warning to Ships Stopping at Ports in the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia - 2002-10-15
A global crime monitoring group has issued a warning to ships in the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia about potential terrorist attacks. The International Maritime…
Second Major Protest Against the President of Ukraine - 2002-10-13
A large protest in Ukraine called for the resignation of President Leonid Kuchma amid allegations of corruption and abuse of power. This protest occurred just…
New Position of the Iraqi Government - 2002-10-12
The Iraqi government has agreed to allow UN weapons inspectors to inspect eight presidential palaces, as announced by Vice President Taha Yasin Ramadan. This marks…
The Weapons Cache May Belong to Warlord Zadran
American forces have uncovered two significant weapons caches in Khost, Afghanistan, potentially linked to warlord Zadran. This discovery highlights ongoing issues with warlord influence in…
Latest Victim of the Washington Suburbs Serial Shootings - 2002-10-11
A 53-year-old man was shot and killed at a gas station in Virginia, linked to a series of eight other shootings in the area. Police…
Interim Prime Minister Appointed in Nepal - 2002-10-11
King Gyanendra of Nepal has appointed Lokendra Bahadur Chand as the new interim Prime Minister following the dissolution of the previous cabinet. This political shift…
Half a Million Dollar Reward for the Capture of the Washington Suburb Killer - 2002-10-11
A sniper has been active in Washington and its suburbs, killing 8 people and injuring 2, including a 13-year-old. A recent shooting at a gas…
Ten Percent of Pakistan's Parliamentary Seats Allocated to Islamist Coalition - 2002-10-11
Initial election results in Pakistan show no party has a majority, with the ruling party winning 49 seats and the Islamist coalition 32 seats. The…
Tony Blair Visits Moscow to Persuade Vladimir Putin
Tony Blair is in Moscow to convince Vladimir Putin to support a new UN resolution on Iraq. The UK and US seek to enhance inspector…
Eighty Days Deadline to Resolve Issues at West Coast Ports of America - 2002-10-10
Dockworkers at West Coast ports returned to work after a strike that disrupted food supplies and automobile manufacturing. President Bush invoked the Taft-Hartley Act to…
Concerns of Residents in Washington and Surrounding Areas - 2002-10-10
A 53-year-old man was killed at a gas station in Virginia, raising concerns about a possible connection to a series of sniper killings in the…
Shajarian Concerts Held in America - 2002-10-10
Shajarian, a renowned Iranian musician, is set to perform at various universities in the U.S., including notable venues like Carnegie Hall. This event highlights the…
Maryland Killer: 'Mr. Police, I Am God' - 2002-10-09
The Washington D.C. police have found a significant clue in the recent sniper shootings, including a card left by the killer stating 'I am God.'…
Audio Recording of Bin Laden's Deputy - 2002-10-09
Al Jazeera aired an audio message from Ayman al-Zawahiri, Bin Laden's deputy, threatening more attacks on America and claiming that both Bin Laden and Mullah…
Pakistan Conducts Second Missile Test in Five Days - 2002-10-08
Pakistan has conducted its second missile test in five days, confirming previous data and highlighting its missile capabilities. This comes amid ongoing tensions with India,…
Sharon: Most of the Casualties from Yesterday's Attack Were Terrorists - 2002-10-08
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced the success of a military operation in Gaza that resulted in 14 Palestinian deaths, which he claims were mostly…
President Bush's Intervention in the Strike of West Coast Dock Workers - 2002-10-08
President Bush intervened in a strike by dock workers on the U.S. West Coast, which has caused significant economic losses. The strike has led to…
Washington Sniper Injures Thirteen-Year-Old Boy - 2002-10-07
A thirteen-year-old boy was injured in a shooting in Bowie, Maryland, potentially linked to a series of sniper attacks that have killed six people in…
Washington Killers Still Unarrested - 2002-10-07
Six people were killed in shootings across Washington and Maryland, with the first funeral for a victim held recently. The police and FBI believe the…
President Bush Mediates Labor Disputes at Ports - 2002-10-07
President Bush is intervening in a labor dispute that has shut down all U.S. West Coast ports for eight days, severely impacting trade with Asia…
Leaders of Nepalese Parties Discuss Ways to Resolve the Country's Political Crisis - 2002-10-06
Leaders of political parties in Nepal are meeting to discuss solutions to a political crisis initiated by King Gyanendra's dissolution of the cabinet led by…
King of Bahrain Urges Iraq to Comply with UN Resolutions
King Hamad of Bahrain has called on Iraq to follow UN resolutions to prevent a U.S. military attack, welcoming Iraq's decision to allow UN weapons…
Brazilians May Elect Their First President from the Working Class
Brazilians are poised to elect their first president from the working class, with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva leading the polls. He needs to secure…
Search for the Shooter's Killer in Maryland - 2002-10-05
The Washington police are searching for a driver and a skilled shooter linked to the murders of 5 people in Maryland. Evidence suggests a connection…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, October 4 - 2002-10-04
On October 4, 2002, various international media outlets reported on Iran, highlighting its political and social situation. The reports included perspectives from notable sources such…
Economic Activities Halted at U.S. Ports - 2002-10-02
A dispute between dock workers and shipping lines has led to the shutdown of major U.S. ports on the West Coast, costing the economy one…
Muslim Militants Kill Ten in Kashmir - 2002-10-02
Muslim militants in Kashmir have killed at least ten people in recent attacks, including a bomb targeting Hindu pilgrims and the deaths of soldiers and…
Ban on a Successful South Korean Film
A South Korean film about an elderly couple's love has been banned in South Korea due to a lengthy lovemaking scene. Despite international acclaim, the…
British Foreign Secretary Does Not Rule Out Joining the U.S. for Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-10-01
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw indicated that the UK may join the U.S. in military action against Iraq if the UN Security Council fails to…
Iraq Warns Turkey - 2002-10-01
Iraq has issued a warning to Turkey not to permit U.S. aircraft to launch military operations against it from Turkish soil. This warning comes from…