April 2002
Renewed Meeting of Palestinian, American, and British Officials - 2002-04-30
Palestinian, American, and British officials are meeting to finalize a plan to end the siege on Yasser Arafat's residence. The plan involves the transfer of…
Israel Occupies More Than Half of the Palestinian Section of Hebron - 2002-04-30
Israel has occupied over half of the Palestinian area in Hebron following an attack that killed four Israelis. This military action has resulted in the…
Condition for the Palestinian Leader's Exit from His Headquarters in Ramallah - 2002-04-27
Ariel Sharon has proposed that Yasser Arafat can leave his besieged headquarters in Ramallah but only without Palestinian militants. This situation highlights ongoing tensions and…
Possibility of Constructive Dialogue Between Washington and Tehran - 2002-04-26
Colin Powell indicated that constructive dialogue between the U.S. and Iran could occur if Iran condemns terrorism. He highlighted ongoing grievances against Iran, including its…
Saudi Crown Prince Heads to America
Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia is visiting the U.S. to discuss Middle Eastern issues with President Bush, focusing on Israeli-Palestinian violence and a recently…
Colin Powell Denies Existence of Mass Graves in Jenin - 2002-04-24
Colin Powell denied the existence of mass graves in Jenin during a Senate committee meeting, citing a lack of evidence from a recent visit by…
Powell Expresses Satisfaction with Israeli Withdrawal - 2002-04-22
Colin Powell expressed satisfaction with the Israeli withdrawal from Palestinian cities but urged Israel to lift restrictions on Yasser Arafat. This situation is critical as…
William Burns' Meeting with Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-22
William Burns, a senior U.S. official, met with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat amid ongoing Israeli military siege. The meeting follows U.S. Secretary of State Colin…
Meeting Between U.S. Secretary of State and Shimon Peres - April 20, 2002
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell and Israeli Foreign Minister Shimon Peres met to address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and explore peace initiatives. Powell emphasized the…
Request from the Organization of American States to Hugo Chavez - 2002-04-20
The Organization of American States has called on Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez to reconcile with his opponents after a brief removal from office due to…
Discussions Between President Bush and the Prime Minister of Lebanon - April 18, 2002
President Bush and Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri discussed the Middle East situation, emphasizing the need for Israeli withdrawal from Palestinian territories. Hariri highlighted the…
President Bush Expresses Satisfaction with Israeli Troop Withdrawal - 2002-04-18
President Bush expressed satisfaction with the pace of Israeli troop withdrawal from the West Bank and held Yasser Arafat accountable for combating terrorism. Ariel Sharon's…
Colin Powell's Peace Mission Has Not Been Successful
Colin Powell's peace mission in the Middle East has been deemed unsuccessful by Palestinian officials, particularly Mahmoud Abbas, who expected Israel to withdraw from the…
Under the Microscope April 16, 2002 - 2002-04-17
The article discusses Dr. Nouri Zadeh's analysis of Colin Powell's diplomatic efforts and the Iranian National Security Council's stance on Iran-U.S. relations, alongside the imprisonment…
Israeli Tanks Enter Two Palestinian Villages - 2002-04-17
Israeli tanks entered two Palestinian villages during a military operation coinciding with U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell's peace mission. The operation resulted in one…
End of Colin Powell's Peace Mission - 2002-04-17
Colin Powell concluded his peace mission in the Middle East, urging Palestinian leaders to combat terrorism while calling for Israel to cease military actions in…
Colin Powell's Second Meeting with Yasser Arafat - April 17, 2002
Colin Powell met with Yasser Arafat to discuss the need for Palestinian leaders to combat terrorism and for Israel to halt military actions in the…
How the U.S. Supports Palestinians - 2002-04-17
The U.S. government, under the Bush administration, has set conditions for future aid to Palestinians, linking it to their efforts against terrorism. The U.S. plans…
Report on Powell's Trip to the Middle East - 2002-04-17
Colin Powell's trip to the Middle East failed to secure a ceasefire or compel Israeli withdrawal from the West Bank. He emphasized the need for…
Centuries of Hatred and Resentment in the Middle East - 2002-04-17
Colin Powell ended his Middle East trip without achieving a ceasefire between Palestinians and Israelis, emphasizing the need for both sides to take responsibility. President…
Colin Powell Achieves Progress in Negotiations with Israeli and Palestinian Officials - 2002-04-16
Colin Powell reports progress in negotiations with Israeli and Palestinian officials, expressing hope for an agreement soon. He is set to meet with both Israeli…
Colin Powell's Proposal for a Middle East Peace Conference - 2002-04-16
Colin Powell proposed a Middle East peace conference to restart talks between Israel and the Palestinians, emphasizing Israel's desire to exclude Yasser Arafat from negotiations.…
Colin Powell's Last Meeting with Ariel Sharon - 2002-04-16
Colin Powell met with Ariel Sharon for the last time during his Middle East mission. He plans to meet Yasser Arafat next, who is under…
U.S. Secretary of State Calls on Lebanon and Syria to Restrain Hezbollah - 2002-04-15
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell called for Lebanon and Syria to restrain Hezbollah amid concerns that attacks on Israeli forces could escalate into a…
Colin Powell Meets with Lebanese Leaders in Beirut
Colin Powell met with Lebanese leaders to address rising military tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. He emphasized the need to stop border attacks to prevent…
EU Foreign Ministers Discuss Ways to Strengthen US Mediation Efforts
EU foreign ministers are meeting to discuss options for enhancing US mediation in the Middle East amidst Colin Powell's mission. They are unlikely to impose…
End of First Round of Powell - Arafat Negotiations - 2002-04-14
Colin Powell and Yasser Arafat concluded a three-hour negotiation session in Ramallah, with Powell describing the talks as constructive but yielding no clear progress towards…
Colin Powell to Meet with Yasser Arafat in Ramallah Today - 2002-04-14
Colin Powell is meeting Yasser Arafat in Ramallah to discuss the ongoing violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This meeting follows Arafat's condemnation of recent terrorist…
No Signs of Stopping Israeli Operations Observed - 2002-04-14
Israeli military operations in the West Bank continue with no signs of cessation, as they occupy additional Palestinian villages and report arrests of suspected militants.…
Decision on Meeting with Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-13
Colin Powell is set to decide on a meeting with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat after a suicide bombing in Jerusalem that killed six. The U.S.…
Postponement of U.S. Secretary of State's Meeting with Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-13
Colin Powell has delayed his meeting with Yasser Arafat, originally set for today, possibly rescheduling it for Sunday. Powell emphasizes the need for Arafat to…
Poll on Colin Powell's Trip to the Middle East - 2002-04-13
A recent poll reveals that a majority of Americans support Colin Powell's diplomatic mission in the Middle East but have mixed feelings about key figures…
Colin Powell Meets with Palestinian Leader
Colin Powell is scheduled to meet with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat on Sunday. This meeting follows Arafat's condemnation of recent violence, including a suicide bombing…
Yasser Arafat Condemns Recent Suicide Bombing - 2002-04-13
Yasser Arafat condemned a suicide bombing in Jerusalem that killed six people and injured many others. The statement was made from his headquarters in Ramallah…
President Bush Determined to Establish Peace - April 13, 2002
President Bush condemned a suicide bombing in Jerusalem and reaffirmed his commitment to peace in the Middle East, insisting on an immediate Israeli withdrawal from…
Comments from Former U.S. President - 2002-04-12
Former President Bill Clinton emphasized the importance of Colin Powell's mission to end Middle East violence, suggesting that both Israelis and Palestinians need to adopt…
Powell Meets Ivanov in Spain - 2002-04-12
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell met with Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov in Spain to discuss nuclear weapons reduction. They addressed the lack of…
Disruption of Colin Powell's Peace Mission - 2002-04-12
Israel refuses to pressure Colin Powell to cancel his meeting with Yasser Arafat despite a suicide bombing in Jerusalem. The U.S. emphasizes the need for…
Under the Microscope April 10, 2002: Meeting of Prince Abdullah and Colin Powell - 2002-04-12
On April 10, 2002, a meeting took place between Prince Abdullah and U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, centering on the growing dissatisfaction of moderate…
Reconsideration of Powell and Arafat Meeting - 2002-04-12
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is reconsidering a meeting with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat following a suicide bombing in Jerusalem. President Bush expects Arafat…
Under the Microscope April 12, 2002: The Passing of Dr. Yadollah Sahabi
Dr. Yadollah Sahabi, a notable Iranian intellectual and political figure, passed away. The article also mentions significant diplomatic events including Colin Powell's meeting with Ariel…
No Agreement on Date for Complete Withdrawal of Israel from the West Bank
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon hopes for an end to military operations in the West Bank, while U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell notes that…
Under the Microscope, April 11, 2002: Hope for Colin Powell's Mission - 2002-04-12
The article discusses Ariel Sharon's unprecedented lack of communication with the United States as Israeli Prime Minister, amidst hopes for Colin Powell's diplomatic mission. This…
U.S. Secretary of State to Meet with Ariel Sharon and Yasser Arafat - April 12, 2002
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat to discuss violence in the Middle…
Israeli Forces Will Not Withdraw from Palestinian Cities
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced that Israeli forces will not leave Palestinian cities until all Palestinian terrorists surrender, amidst U.S. pressure for withdrawal. The…
Colin Powell Arrives in Jerusalem - 2002-04-11
Colin Powell arrives in Jerusalem to meet with Ariel Sharon and Yasser Arafat as part of a Middle East peace mission. Powell emphasizes the importance…
Colin Powell's Meeting with King Abdullah - 2002-04-11
Colin Powell is set to meet with King Abdullah of Jordan to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Abdullah is likely to ask Powell to pressure Israel…
Request from the USA, EU, Russia, and the UN for Israel to Withdraw from Palestinian Territories - 2002-04-10
The USA, EU, Russia, and UN have called on Israel to withdraw from the West Bank and urged Yasser Arafat to halt suicide bombings against…
Yugoslav Government to Surrender Suspects of War Crimes - 2002-04-10
The Yugoslav government has approved a bill to surrender war crime suspects to the International Court to secure continued U.S. aid. The U.S. had previously…
Yugoslavia Approves Bill for Extradition of War Criminals - 2002-04-10
Yugoslavia's parliament is set to approve a bill for the extradition of suspected war criminals to the Hague, following a unanimous government decision. This move…
Yugoslavia, War Crimes - April 10, 2002
The Yugoslav Parliament is expected to approve a bill to extradite war crime suspects to the Hague Tribunal. This move follows the U.S. Congress halting…
Under the Microscope, April 9, 2002: Achievements of Colin Powell's Trip - 2002-04-10
Colin Powell's trip on April 9, 2002, began in Morocco, highlighting the strategic importance of the region in U.S. foreign policy. This trip is significant…
North Korea Needs More Food Aid - 2002-04-10
The World Food Programme warns that North Korea is facing a severe food crisis and requires 368,000 tons of emergency food aid. Without additional assistance,…
Possible Meeting Between Colin Powell and Arafat - April 9, 2002
Colin Powell plans to meet with Yasser Arafat to address the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian violence in the West Bank. This meeting is part of Powell's broader…
Israeli Forces Withdraw from Palestinian Cities - 2002-04-09
Israeli forces have started withdrawing from Qalqilya and Tulkarm in the West Bank, which the White House calls a 'beginning of work.' This limited withdrawal…
US Emphasizes Immediate Withdrawal of Israel from Palestinian Territories - 2002-04-08
US officials are urging Israel to withdraw immediately from Palestinian territories, following a promise from Ariel Sharon to President Bush. Colin Powell and Condoleezza Rice…
UN Pressure for Israeli Forces to Withdraw from the West Bank - 2002-04-08
The UN Security Council has reiterated its call for Israel to withdraw its forces from the West Bank, while U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell…
Colin Powell's Dialogue with the King of Morocco - 2002-04-08
Colin Powell met with King Mohammed of Morocco to discuss the Middle Eastern crisis, emphasizing the need for consultations with European and Arab leaders before…
Disagreement Between Israel and the U.S. - 2002-04-08
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon acknowledged potential disagreements with the U.S. over military actions in the West Bank, as President Bush called for an immediate…
Tony Blair: The Fight Against Terrorism Must Include Military Action and Regime Change if Necessary - 2002-04-08
Tony Blair expressed strong support for U.S. military action against Iraq's Saddam Hussein, stating that the fight against terrorism may require military intervention and regime…
Middle East Diplomacy - April 7, 2002
Colin Powell is optimistic about a ceasefire in the Middle East following Ariel Sharon's promise to President Bush to end military operations in Palestinian territories.…
U.S. Secretary of State Begins Middle East Trip Today - 2002-04-07
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, is starting a diplomatic trip to the Middle East, but has not scheduled a meeting with Yasser Arafat,…
Colin Powell's Mission as U.S. Secretary of State - April 6, 2002
Colin Powell is set to travel to the Middle East to address the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinians. The trip aims to facilitate…
Today's Discussions Between President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair
President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair are meeting to discuss the Middle East crisis, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Blair expressed skepticism about the prospects…
President Bush's Expectations from Israel - April 6, 2002
President Bush is urging Israel to withdraw from occupied areas promptly, while Secretary of State Colin Powell is scheduled to visit the region to address…
British Prime Minister Meets President Bush - 2002-04-06
British Prime Minister Tony Blair met with President Bush to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the situation in the Middle East. Blair emphasized the need…
Anthony Zinni, U.S. Special Envoy, Meets with Arafat
Anthony Zinni, the U.S. special envoy, met with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat under Israeli siege in Ramallah after Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon granted permission…
New United Nations Resolution - 2002-04-05
The UN Security Council approved a resolution supporting Colin Powell's upcoming mission to the Middle East and called for Israel's immediate withdrawal from recently occupied…
Efforts to Resume Political Talks Between Israel and Palestinians - 2002-04-04
The White House is working to restart political talks between Israel and the Palestinians ahead of a ceasefire agreement. President Bush and Secretary of State…
Listen to the Translation of President Bush's Important Speech - April 4, 2002
President Bush urged Israel to halt its military actions in Palestinian territories and criticized Yasser Arafat for betraying the Palestinian cause. This speech marks a…
One-Way Ticket for Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-03
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon has offered Yasser Arafat a one-way ticket to leave Ramallah, but Palestinian officials assert he will not accept exile. U.S.…
Colin Powell: Arafat Can Still Play a Role in the Peace Process
Colin Powell emphasized that Yasser Arafat still has a potential role in the Middle East peace process, urging Israel not to exile him. He acknowledged…
US Decision on Loan to Yugoslavia Delayed - April 2, 2002
The US has delayed its decision on providing loans to Yugoslavia due to the country's lack of cooperation with the Hague War Crimes Tribunal. This…
The United States Has Halted Financial Aid to the Yugoslav Government - 2002-04-01
The U.S. has stopped financial aid to Yugoslavia due to its lack of cooperation with the International Criminal Tribunal. Secretary of State Colin Powell is…