June 2002
Explosion in Iraqi Kurdistan - 2002-06-30
An explosion in a restaurant in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan, injured twenty people, with two in critical condition. The incident is being investigated, with police questioning…
Explosion in Northern Iraq Injures 20 People
An explosion in a Kurdish-controlled area of northern Iraq injured 20 people, with two in critical condition. The incident is linked to the Islamist group…
Kofi Annan: Talks with Iraq for the Return of UN Inspectors Need Time
Kofi Annan announced that discussions with Iraq regarding the return of UN weapons inspectors are ongoing but need more time. A decisive round of talks…
Payment of War Compensation to Kuwait - 2002-06-21
The UN has distributed $4.7 billion in war compensation to Kuwait and other affected nations due to Iraq's 1990 occupation. Most of the funds have…
The US and Britain Bomb Iraqi Military Facilities for the Second Consecutive Day - 2002-06-21
The US and Britain have conducted airstrikes on Iraqi military sites for two consecutive days, citing retaliation for Iraqi attacks on their aircraft. Iraq reports…
Iraq Fired at Allied Aircraft - 2002-06-20
Iraq fired at American and British aircraft during an airstrike in northern Iraq, injuring one person. The allied forces retaliated by bombing an Iraqi anti-aircraft…
Under the Microscope: Statements of the First Deputy of the Judiciary - 2002-06-18
Dr. Nouri Zadeh discusses U.S. support for plans to remove Saddam Hussein, raising concerns about the lack of alternatives to the Ba'ath regime. President Sezer's…
Rumsfeld: The Threat from Iraq is Increasing Day by Day - 2002-06-18
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld warns that the threat from Iraq is escalating, coinciding with reports that President Bush has authorized covert CIA operations…
U.S. Congress Supports Government Plan to Oust Saddam Hussein - 2002-06-17
The U.S. Congress has expressed bipartisan support for a government plan to remove Saddam Hussein from power, citing concerns over Iraq's pursuit of weapons of…
Necdet Sezer in Iran - 2002-06-17
Turkish President Necdet Sezer is visiting Iran to enhance bilateral relations and discuss regional issues with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami. This visit signifies a potential…
Iraq Accuses the US and UK of Sabotaging the Oil-for-Food Program - 2002-06-16
Iraq's government has accused the US and UK of sabotaging the oil-for-food program due to changes in the UN pricing system, which could lead to…
President of Belarus and Iranian Minister of Culture Meet
The President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, met with Iranian Culture Minister Ahmad Masjed Jamei to discuss strengthening bilateral ties. This meeting highlights Belarus's intent to…
U.S. Fighters Strike Iraqi Air Defense Site in the South - 2002-06-15
U.S. fighter jets attacked an Iraqi air defense site in response to increased Iraqi anti-aircraft fire targeting U.S. and British patrols in a no-fly zone.…
US Attack on One of Iraq's Air Defense Platforms - 2002-06-14
US aircraft attacked an Iraqi air defense platform in response to Iraq's increased aggression towards US and British surveillance flights in a no-fly zone. This…
Rumsfeld's Visit to Gulf Countries - 2002-06-10
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld emphasizes that the war on terrorism will persist until supporting countries recognize the consequences of their actions. He visits…
Rumsfeld: The World Would Be a Better Place Without the Current Regime in Iraq - 2002-06-10
Donald Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, advocates for the removal of Saddam Hussein, claiming it would improve global conditions. He accuses Iraq of lying about…
Possibility of Increasing Trade Exchanges Between Turkey and Iraq - 2002-06-06
The U.S. Ambassador to the UN announced that changes in sanctions against Iraq will allow Turkey to boost trade with Iraq. This comes after Turkey…
Start of NATO's Two-Day Meeting in Brussels - 2002-06-06
NATO defense ministers have convened in Brussels to discuss protection against weapons of mass destruction. The meeting highlighted the importance of the alliance's capabilities in…
Arms Sale to Kuwait - 2002-06-05
The U.S. plans to sell 80 advanced air-to-air missiles to Kuwait for $58 million. This sale is aimed at bolstering Kuwait's defense against Iraq, which…
Abdul Rahman Yasin's Confessions About the New York Terrorist Attacks - 2002-06-02
Abdul Rahman Yasin, wanted for his role in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, revealed in a CBS interview that the original target was Jewish…
Iraqi Terrorist Apologizes
Abdul Rahman Yasin, an Iraqi-born American terrorist involved in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, has apologized for his actions, claiming he was misled by…
Iraq: 3 Injured in Allied Airstrikes - 2002-06-01
Iraq reported that three individuals were injured due to airstrikes by U.S. and British warplanes in southern Iraq. The U.S. claims the strikes were aimed…