May 2002
President of Montenegro Under Investigation
Milo Djukanovic, the President of Montenegro, is under investigation in Italy for alleged involvement in cigarette smuggling. The investigation was prompted by organized crime agents…
An Italian Footballer's Wish to Play One Minute in the World Cup - 2002-05-29
Marco Materazzi, an Italian footballer, expresses his desire to play just one minute in the World Cup, emphasizing the significance of that brief moment compared…
New Relations in the NATO-Russia Council - 2002-05-28
The NATO-Russia Council has been established, marking a formal partnership between NATO and Russia. Vladimir Putin and leaders of 19 NATO countries signed the Rome…
First Doping Test Before the World Cup - 2002-05-27
FIFA has selected four players each from Italy and Croatia for doping tests ahead of the 2002 World Cup. This marks the first instance of…
The United States and Russia Sign Historic Nuclear Arms Reduction Treaty - 2002-05-25
The U.S. and Russia signed a treaty to reduce nuclear arms, marking a new phase in their relationship. President Bush and President Putin addressed various…
Pope John Paul II Arrives in Bulgaria - 2002-05-23
Pope John Paul II arrived in Bulgaria after visiting Azerbaijan, aiming to improve the country's image following a past assassination attempt against him. Despite the…
President Bush Departed for Germany - 2002-05-22
President Bush has embarked on a week-long trip to Europe to sign a nuclear weapons reduction agreement with Russia. He will first meet with German…
Palestinian Exiles Leave Cyprus - 2002-05-22
Twelve Palestinian militants are being relocated from Cyprus to six European countries after being exiled by Israel. This move follows a 39-day siege of the…
12 Palestinians Depart Cyprus for Various European Countries
Thirteen Palestinian militants exiled by Israel from Bethlehem have left Cyprus for six European countries. Their departure follows a 39-day siege of the Church of…
Transfer of Exiled Palestinians from Cyprus - 2002-05-21
A Spanish plane will transfer 12 Palestinian extremists exiled by Israel from Cyprus to various European countries. This transfer follows an agreement related to the…
Tony Blair Calls for Continued Unity Between Europe and America - 2002-05-21
Tony Blair emphasized the importance of maintaining the alliance between Europe and the U.S. during an interview, coinciding with President Bush's upcoming European trip. The…
The European Union Has Yet to Resolve the Status of Palestinians Accused of Terrorism - 2002-05-17
The EU is struggling to find a resolution for 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel after a crisis at the Church of the Nativity. Six…
Final Decision on Destination of 13 Exiled Palestinian Extremists Delayed
The EU foreign ministers have delayed a final decision on the destination of 13 Palestinian extremists exiled by Israel. Six EU countries have offered to…
13 Exiled Palestinian Militants Entered Cyprus
Thirteen exiled Palestinian militants have arrived in Cyprus as part of an agreement to resolve the standoff in Bethlehem. They are expected to leave Cyprus…
Funeral of Pim Fortuyn - 2002-05-10
Pim Fortuyn, a far-right Dutch politician known for his controversial views, was assassinated, leading to a large funeral attended by thousands. His death has left…
Agreement on the Stalemate at the Church of the Nativity - 2002-05-09
Negotiators have reached an agreement to end the Israeli siege of the Church of the Nativity, allowing most of the 123 Palestinians inside to leave.…
Vatican Calls for End to Siege of the Church of the Nativity
The Vatican has urged an end to the Israeli siege of the Church of the Nativity, emphasizing the need for justice and international law. Italy…
Agreement to End the Siege of the Church of the Nativity - 2002-05-07
An agreement has been reached to end the siege of the Church of the Nativity, with 13 Palestinian extremists to be exiled to Italy and…
Conditions for Ending the Siege of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem - 2002-05-07
Israeli and Palestinian negotiators are discussing the end of the siege of the Church of the Nativity, with a key issue being the exile of…
Colin Powell Spoke on the Phone with the Prime Minister of Italy - 2002-05-07
Colin Powell spoke with Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi to address the siege of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. Israel's plan to exile…
Delay in Implementing Agreement to End Siege of the Church of the Nativity - 2002-05-07
The implementation of an agreement to end the siege of the Church of the Nativity is delayed due to the lack of a country willing…
Aung San Suu Kyi Meets with Several Foreign Diplomats
Aung San Suu Kyi met with foreign diplomats after being released from house arrest. This meeting marks a significant step in her efforts to engage…
Awaiting Agreement to End the Siege of the Church of the Nativity
Israeli and Palestinian officials are negotiating an agreement to end the siege of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, with disputes remaining over the…
Israel and Palestinians Reach Agreement to End Siege of the Church of the Nativity
Israel and Palestinian representatives have reached an agreement to end the siege of the Church of the Nativity, facilitated by U.S. and European diplomats. The…