May 2002
Appointment of the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana as Chargé d'Affaires in Pakistan - 2002-05-30
The U.S. is appointing Nancy Powell, the ambassador to Ghana, as the temporary chargé d'affaires in Pakistan following the departure of Wendy Chamberlin. This move…
U.S. Precautionary Measures in Case of War Between India and Pakistan - 2002-05-30
President Bush announced that the U.S. is preparing precautionary measures to protect Americans in case of a war between India and Pakistan. Key figures involved…
Libya Denies Proposal to Compensate Families of Pan Am Flight Victims - 2002-05-29
Libya has denied a proposal to pay $2.7 billion in compensation to the families of Pan Am Flight 103 victims. Lawyers negotiating with Libya indicated…
Escalation of Tensions Between India and Pakistan - 2002-05-25
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated, prompting U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell to call for de-escalation. Over a million troops are stationed at…
World Leaders Urge India and Pakistan to Engage in Negotiations - 2002-05-24
World leaders are increasingly concerned about the potential for war between India and Pakistan and are urging both countries to resume peace negotiations. Key figures…
The U.S. Pressures India and Pakistan - 2002-05-24
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell emphasizes the dangerous tensions between India and Pakistan and announces U.S. efforts to encourage de-escalation. This situation is critical…
One of the Main Topics of Negotiations was Tension Between India and Pakistan - 2002-05-23
President Bush and German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder discussed the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan during their negotiations. The U.S. is actively engaging in talks…
Resumption of U.S. Economic Aid to Yugoslavia - 2002-05-22
The U.S. has decided to resume economic aid to Yugoslavia after the Belgrade government agreed to cooperate with the International Criminal Tribunal. This includes the…
Colin Powell's Visit to Iceland - 2002-05-14
Colin Powell is visiting Iceland for a NATO meeting to discuss a new cooperative relationship with Russia, potentially leading to the formation of a NATO-Russia…
Signing of Nuclear Arsenal Reduction Agreement Between Russia and the United States - 2002-05-13
The U.S. and Russia are set to sign a nuclear arsenal reduction agreement during President Bush's upcoming visit to Moscow. Both countries aim to significantly…
The U.S. and Russia Reduce Their Nuclear Arsenal
The U.S. and Russia are nearing an agreement to significantly reduce their nuclear arsenals, with a new treaty expected to be signed by President Bush…
Qatar: Proposed US Peace Conference Must Have a Clear Framework
Qatar's Foreign Minister warns that the proposed US peace conference will be ineffective without a clear framework and sufficient preparations. He met with US Secretary…
President Bush's Meeting with Ariel Sharon - 2002-05-07
President Bush met with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on the role of Yasser Arafat. Sharon presented evidence linking…
Exchange of Fire Between Hezbollah Fighters and Israeli Soldiers - 2002-05-07
Hezbollah and Israeli soldiers exchanged fire at the Lebanon-Israel border, marking the most intense clash in recent weeks. Each side blames the other for starting…
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…
Colin Powell Calls for Resolution of Jewish Settlement Issue
Colin Powell urged for the resolution of Israeli settlements to facilitate peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Ariel Sharon is in Washington to discuss these issues…
The United States Seeks a New Leadership in Iraq - 2002-05-06
The U.S. is advocating for a change in leadership in Iraq, emphasizing the need for regime change regardless of Iraq's cooperation with UN weapons inspectors.…
The World Welcomes the Freedom of Aung San Suu Kyi - 2002-05-06
The world has welcomed the release of Aung San Suu Kyi, the opposition leader in Myanmar, after 19 months of house arrest. Global leaders, including…
Progress in Nuclear Arms Reduction Negotiations - 2002-05-04
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell announced encouraging progress in nuclear arms reduction talks with Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov. An agreement may be ready…
International Middle East Conference - 2002-05-04
The U.S. is organizing a meeting, not a formal conference, to discuss the Arab-Israeli conflict, led by Secretary of State Colin Powell. The meeting aims…
Israeli Attack on Nablus - 2002-05-03
An Israeli raid in Nablus resulted in the deaths of two Palestinians and one Israeli soldier amid ongoing tensions. The operation was part of Israel's…
Preparations Begin for an International Middle East Peace Conference - 2002-05-03
Preparations are starting for an international peace conference aimed at resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and establishing a Palestinian state. U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell…
President Bush Welcomes Hu Jintao, Vice President of China - 2002-05-01
President Bush welcomed Hu Jintao, the Vice President of China, at the White House for an introductory meeting. Discussions are expected to focus on trade…