July 2002
Appointment of Four New Governors by Hamid Karzai - 2002-07-29
Hamid Karzai appointed four new governors in unrest-prone areas of Afghanistan to replace those who assumed power arbitrarily. This move aims to consolidate his authority…
The Times of London Report on the Investigation Results of the Airstrike on a Wedding Celebration in Afghanistan - 2002-07-29
The U.S. military is accused of potentially concealing evidence regarding an airstrike that killed 48 people at a wedding in Afghanistan. A draft UN report…
Washington Times: Iraq Seeks Nuclear Equipment - 2002-07-27
The Washington Times reports that Iraq is trying to acquire strong steel equipment necessary for nuclear weapons production. This information comes from U.S. officials who…
Investigation into the 1994 Bombing in Argentina Was Incomplete and Insufficient - 2002-07-24
Nilda Garé, an Argentine congresswoman, criticized the investigation into the 1994 bombing, claiming it was incomplete and influenced by politicians. Abolqasem Mesbahi, a former Iranian…
Iran in Global Media, July 19 - 2002-07-20
Ayatollah Taheri's recent letter reflects a softer stance than his resignation, indicating potential shifts in reformist rhetoric. The Participation Front's congress highlights ongoing political dynamics…
Ahmed Omar Sheikh Requests Appeal - 2002-07-19
Ahmed Omar Sheikh has filed an appeal against his death sentence for the murder of journalist Daniel Pearl. His lawyer is optimistic that the judges…
The Beginning of the End of Saddam Hussein's Era - 2002-07-17
Opposition efforts against Saddam Hussein's regime are intensifying, with analysts predicting the end of his dictatorship is imminent. Establishing a democratic government could help Iraq…
Tehran Times: The U.S. is Isolated in Afghanistan and the Middle East
The Tehran Times reports on President Bush's comments highlighting U.S. isolation in the Middle East, which have drawn criticism from Iranian reformists. Mohsen Mir-Damadi argues…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Interview with Amir Taheri - 2002-07-12
Nazi Baghlari interviews Amir Taheri about editorials discussing Osama bin Laden's death published in major newspapers. This conversation sheds light on the implications of bin…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, July 12 - 2002
Recent student protests in Iran mark the third anniversary of a significant event and have raised questions about the future of the Islamic Republic. Analysts…
The U.S. Uses All Means to Overthrow Saddam Hussein - 2002-07-09
President Bush announced that the U.S. will employ all means necessary to remove Saddam Hussein from power, although he did not specify the actions to…
Renowned Hollywood Director John Frankenheimer Passes Away
John Frankenheimer, a prominent Hollywood director known for films like 'The Manchurian Candidate', has died at 72 from a stroke. His career spanned five decades,…
Emergency Vaccination Against Smallpox - July 7, 2002
The U.S. government is set to vaccinate 500,000 healthcare workers against smallpox as a precaution against biological terrorism. This increase from an earlier plan of…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, July 5 - 2002
This week, Iranian media reported on the formation of the Tehran Corps, increasing corruption, and the arrest of young people. Reports from The New York…
Lafayette Textile Factories - July 5, 2002
The Los Angeles Times highlighted Mr. Ali Zahedi, the head of Lafayette Textile Factories, in its July 4 edition. This coverage indicates the significance of…
The New York Times: Preliminary Plan for Attack on Iraq is Ready - 2002-07-05
The New York Times reports that U.S. military planners have developed a preliminary plan to overthrow Saddam Hussein, involving a multi-directional attack and airstrikes from…
New York Times Report on the Attack on Iraq - 2002-07-05
The New York Times reports that U.S. military planners have drafted a preliminary plan to overthrow Saddam Hussein, involving a multi-directional attack on Iraq with…
International Peacekeepers Search for Radovan Karadžić - 2002-07-02
International peacekeepers led by NATO conducted a raid on the home of Radovan Karadžić, a fugitive wanted for war crimes, but he was not found.…
Report: Denmark Assumes Presidency of the European Union - 2002-07-01
Denmark has taken over the presidency of the European Union, with the Prime Minister emphasizing the urgency of addressing upcoming challenges in collaboration with the…