April 2002
Condoleezza Rice: The Goal of the War on Terrorism is Not Just to Secure the World, but to Create a Better World - April 30, 2002
Condoleezza Rice emphasized that the U.S. war on terrorism aims to create a better world, not just a safer one. She criticized Iran's policies and…
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…
Meeting Among Separated Families in North and South Korea - 2002-04-29
A group of South Korean elderly individuals met with their North Korean relatives after decades of separation due to the Korean War. North Korea has…
Chirac Will Win the May Elections - 2002-04-28
Jacques Chirac is projected to win the French presidential election against far-right candidate Jean-Marie Le Pen with 81% of the vote. Over 200,000 people protested…
Second Space Tourist - 2002-04-28
Mark Shuttleworth, a South African millionaire, has become the second space tourist, launching into the International Space Station aboard a Russian Soyuz rocket. He paid…
Continuation of the Trial of Pakistani Islamist - 2002-04-25
The trial of Ahmed Omar Sheikh, accused of murdering journalist Daniel Pearl, is ongoing, with more witnesses expected to testify. Pearl had expressed concerns about…
Continued Protests Against France's Far-Right Candidate
Tens of thousands of students in France have been protesting against far-right candidate Jean-Marie Le Pen for five days following his surprising success in the…
Final Decisions of the Vatican Summit - 2002-04-25
American Catholic Church leaders left the Vatican without a final decision on enforcing a zero-tolerance policy for priests accused of sexual abuse. Pope John Paul…
Meeting Between President Bush and Crown Prince Abdullah - April 25, 2002
President Bush and Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia met to discuss a peace plan for the Middle East that requires Israel to withdraw from…
Egyptian President Criticizes Israeli Military Operations in the West Bank - 2002-04-24
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak condemned Israeli military actions in the West Bank, claiming they aim to undermine Palestinian resistance. His remarks, made during a significant…
Trial Continues in Pakistan - 2002-04-24
The trial of Ahmed Omar Sheikh, accused of murdering American journalist Daniel Pearl, has reached its third day in Pakistan. Police testimony suggests Sheikh confessed…
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…
Japan Respects China's Decision to Postpone Talks
Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi expressed respect for China's decision to postpone defense talks following his visit to the controversial Yasukuni Shrine, which honors Japanese…
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…
Confession of Main Suspect in the Murder of Wall Street Journal Reporter
Ahmed Omar Sheikh, the main suspect in the murder of Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl, confessed to his involvement shortly after his arrest. He…
End of Parliamentary Deadlock in India - 2002-04-23
The Indian Parliament ended a six-day deadlock when the Deputy Speaker allowed a motion from the opposition to discuss the government's failure to address violent…
Israelis and Palestinians Meet Today to Negotiate Over the Church of the Nativity
Israelis and Palestinians are meeting to negotiate a resolution to the standoff at the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, which has persisted for three…
Trial of Daniel Pearl's Murder Suspects Begins
The trial of four suspects in the kidnapping and murder of journalist Daniel Pearl has started in Karachi, Pakistan, amid tight security. The main suspect,…
Opposition Parties Win in Hungarian Elections - 2002-04-22
Opposition parties in Hungary won a narrow majority in the recent elections, leading to the resignation of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Péter Medgyessy of the…
Niger Cuts Diplomatic Relations with Israel - 2002-04-22
Niger has severed diplomatic ties with Israel, citing Ariel Sharon's intransigence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This decision reflects Niger's stance on the peace process and…
Protests Around World Bank Buildings in Washington - 2002-04-22
Hundreds protested outside the World Bank and IMF in Washington against financial policies, coinciding with a meeting of global finance ministers. The peaceful demonstration highlighted…
Approximately 75,000 People Demonstrated in Washington on Saturday - 2002-04-21
On April 21, 2002, around 75,000 people protested in Washington against corporate globalization and U.S. support for Israel. The demonstrators called for Israel's withdrawal from…
European Union's Retaliation in Response to U.S. Tariffs on Steel - 2002-04-21
The European Union plans to impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports in response to U.S. tariffs on steel. This move is aimed at sensitive industries…
Continued Protests in Washington - 2002-04-21
Protests against globalization and U.S. support for Israel continued in Washington during the World Bank and IMF meetings. Tens of thousands participated peacefully, with no…
Bombing of an Air Defense Center in Iraq - 2002-04-20
American planes bombed an Iraqi air defense center after being threatened by Iraqi anti-aircraft fire in a no-fly zone. The U.S. military responded to the…
Fact-Finding Mission to the Middle East Canceled
The UN's fact-finding mission to assess human rights violations in the Palestinian territories has been canceled due to Israel's refusal to cooperate. The UN Security…
Visit of the U.S. Under Secretary of State to Jenin - 2002-04-20
William Burns, the U.S. Under Secretary of State, visited the Jenin refugee camp, describing the situation as a humanitarian disaster. The UN Security Council unanimously…
Attack Plan on Banks in America - April 20, 2002
U.S. officials reported that an Al-Qaeda leader in custody revealed discussions about plans to attack banks in America. The FBI has issued a precautionary alert…
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…
Al-Qaeda's Plot Against Peacekeepers - 2002-04-20
Al-Qaeda is plotting to infiltrate military and government facilities in Afghanistan disguised as journalists, similar to tactics used in past attacks. The former king of…
Proposal for Early Elections in India - April 20, 2002
Opposition parties in India are demanding the resignation of the Governor of Gujarat due to his inaction on communal violence that has killed over 800…
Possible Al-Qaeda Involvement in Synagogue Explosion in Tunisia - 2002-04-19
German investigators are looking into a potential link between Al-Qaeda and a recent synagogue explosion in Tunisia that killed 16 people, including 11 Germans. A…
Arab Countries Demand Investigations - 2002-04-19
Arab representatives at the UN are demanding investigations into the destruction of the Palestinian refugee camp in Jenin. The UN Security Council is discussing a…
New Video of Osama Bin Laden Released - 2002-04-18
A new video featuring Osama Bin Laden was released, reaffirming Al-Qaeda's responsibility for the September 11 attacks. The video was aired by a Saudi-owned agency…
Tourist Plane Crashes into Skyscraper in Italy - 2002-04-18
A small tourist plane crashed into a skyscraper in Milan, killing at least three and injuring many others. The Italian Interior Minister has ruled out…
Resignation of the Highest-Ranking General of the Netherlands - 2002-04-18
The highest-ranking general of the Netherlands resigned due to criticism over the army's failure to act during the Srebrenica massacre in 1995. This led to…
Latest Movements of Israel - 2002-04-18
Israeli tanks have withdrawn from the center of Jenin but continue to occupy surrounding areas. Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced plans to leave Jenin and…
The Explosion at the Synagogue in Tunisia was Intentional
An explosion outside a synagogue in Tunisia was determined to be intentional, resulting in 16 deaths, including 10 Germans. German Interior Minister Otto Schily points…
Meeting Between the President of the United States and the Prime Minister of Lebanon - 2002-04-17
President Bush and Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri met in Washington to discuss Middle East peace, focusing on the Saudi peace plan and ongoing conflicts…
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…
UN Security Council's Request to Ethiopia and Eritrea - 2002-04-17
The UN Security Council has called on Ethiopia and Eritrea to cooperate with the boundary commission to implement a recent ruling on border disputes. The…
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…
Victory in the First Presidential Election of East Timor - 2002-04-17
Shanana Gusmão has won East Timor's first presidential election with 80% of the vote, promising to be a president for all citizens. This election marks…
Execution of Serial Killer
Saeed Hanaei, a man convicted of murdering 16 sex workers, was executed in Mashhad. His actions and subsequent trial highlight issues surrounding the treatment of…
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…
Warning to Israel - 2002-04-17
Chris Patten of the EU warns Israel to accept a UN investigation into human rights violations in Jenin or risk losing credibility. Jose Maria Aznar…
Loya Jirga to be Formed - 2002-04-16
Afghanistan is preparing to hold a Loya Jirga to elect a new transitional government, involving hundreds of tribal leaders and monitored by the UN. This…
Eritrea and Ethiopia Accept Arbitration Court Ruling - 2002-04-15
Eritrea and Ethiopia have both accepted the ruling of the International Arbitration Commission regarding their border dispute, which had resulted in a two-year war and…
Peace and Unity in Nepal - 2002-04-14
Nepal's king has called for peace and unity following violent clashes that resulted in over 160 deaths. The government faces pressure to engage in dialogue…
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…
All Dismissed Employees in Venezuela Will Return to Work - 2002-04-13
Pedro Carmona, the new interim president of Venezuela, announced the reinstatement of all employees dismissed by Hugo Chavez from the state oil company, following deadly…
Yasser Arafat Speaks via Mobile Phone to a Church in Egypt - 2002-04-12
Yasser Arafat addressed an Egyptian church via mobile phone, condemning Israel's occupation of Palestinian cities and its siege of the Church of the Nativity. His…
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…
Trial of Pearl's Kidnappers in Pakistan Postponed Again
The trial of the suspects involved in the kidnapping and murder of journalist Daniel Pearl has been delayed again in Pakistan, now set for April…
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…
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…
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…
New York Times Wins Seven Pulitzer Prizes - April 9, 2002
The New York Times won seven Pulitzer Prizes for its coverage of the September 11 attacks and the subsequent war in Afghanistan. This recognition highlights…
Speech by the President of Pakistan - April 9, 2002
Pervez Musharraf, the President of Pakistan, is set to speak at a rally supporting a referendum that would extend his rule for another five years.…
Combating the Sharp Rise in Oil Prices in the Market - 2002-04-09
President Bush is considering options to mitigate the economic impact of rising oil prices due to Iraq's potential halt of oil exports. The situation is…
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…
Referendum to be Held in Pakistan - 2002-04-09
A national referendum in Pakistan is scheduled for April 30 to decide on extending General Pervez Musharraf's presidency for five more years. Musharraf has begun…
Queen Elizabeth's Gratitude to the People of Britain - 2002-04-09
Queen Elizabeth II thanked the British people for their tributes to the late Queen Mother, who passed away at 101. She expressed her hope that…
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…
Opposition Socialists Lead in First Round of Hungarian Elections
In Hungary's first round of parliamentary elections, opposition Socialists have taken a slight lead over the ruling party led by Viktor Orbán. The results indicate…
Pakistan Will Use Nuclear Weapons Against India if Necessary - April 8, 2002
Pervez Musharraf, President of Pakistan, declared that he would use nuclear weapons against India if pressured. This statement comes amid ongoing tensions over Kashmir and…
Calendar Day, April 6: Declaration of War on Germany - 2002-04-08
On April 6, 1917, the United States Congress declared war on Germany, marking a significant shift in U.S. involvement in World War I. This decision…
European Commission President Urges Israel to Immediately Withdraw Forces from Newly Occupied Palestinian Areas - 2002-04-08
European Commission President Romano Prodi has called for Israel to withdraw its forces from newly occupied Palestinian territories to facilitate humanitarian aid. He also urged…
Calendar Day, April 3: Marshall Plan - 2002-04-08
On April 3, 1948, the U.S. Congress approved the Foreign Aid Bill, which was crucial for post-war European recovery and known as the Marshall Plan.…
The World and Iraq Will Be Better Off Without Saddam Hussein's Regime - 2002-04-07
President Bush and Prime Minister Blair assert that the removal of Saddam Hussein would benefit both Iraq and the world. They emphasize the threat posed…
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…
Paying Tribute to the Queen Mother - April 6, 2002
Thousands gathered in London to pay their respects to the Queen Mother, with some waiting over six hours in line. The ceremony drew significant public…
Paying Last Respects to the Queen Mother - 2002-04-06
Tens of thousands are waiting in long lines in London to pay their last respects to the Queen Mother, Elizabeth. Her body is displayed in…
Final Tribute to Queen Elizabeth I - 2002-04-06
Tens of thousands of people in London are queuing to pay their last respects to Queen Mother Elizabeth I, whose body is lying in Westminster…
Israel's Entry into the City of Hebron - 2002-04-05
Israel has intensified its military operations in Palestinian territories, entering Hebron and controlling additional cities. Clashes in Jenin resulted in multiple casualties on both sides,…
Court for Daniel Pearl's Kidnappers Held in Pakistan - 2002-04-05
A court session in Pakistan addressed the case of four men accused of kidnapping and murdering journalist Daniel Pearl. Defense lawyers sought more evidence from…
Documents Against Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-05
Israel has obtained documents allegedly signed by Yasser Arafat that authorize payments to militants labeled as terrorists. The authenticity of these documents is disputed by…
The Role of Flowers in Iranian Songs
The article explores the significance of flowers in Iranian songs and poetry, highlighting their symbolic meanings related to nature, love, and rural life. It emphasizes…
UN Human Rights Inspector's Report on Iran - 2002-04-04
Morris Kapitorn, the UN human rights inspector, reports that U.S. labeling of Iran as part of the 'axis of evil' has undermined the reformist movement.…
New Passport for American Citizens - 2002-04-03
The U.S. is set to introduce a new passport next week that promises enhanced security features to prevent misuse by terrorists and criminals. This initiative…
First Round of the French Presidential Election - 2002-04-03
Seventeen candidates are competing in the upcoming first round of the French presidential election on April 21, 2002. The leading candidates expected to advance are…
Palestinians Surrender Important Security Complex - 2002-04-03
Palestinians surrendered a key security complex near Ramallah after heavy Israeli attacks, which included tanks and helicopters. Jibril Rajoub denied accusations of harboring militants, while…
Departure of American Diplomats' Families - 2002-04-03
The U.S. has requested the families of diplomats in Jerusalem to leave Israel due to escalating violence in the region. American citizens in the West…
Vladimir Putin Condemns All Forms of Terrorism - April 3, 2002
Vladimir Putin condemned terrorism and urged Israel to show restraint in military actions during a press conference with Italy's Prime Minister. He emphasized the need…
UN Secretary-General: Much Worse Days May Be Ahead
UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan warned of potentially worse days ahead in the Israel-Palestine conflict unless the underlying issues are addressed. His comments came during a…
Pakistan and Afghanistan Promise to Set Aside Their Differences
Leaders of Pakistan and Afghanistan have pledged to resolve their differences related to past support for the Taliban, with President Musharraf offering aid to Afghanistan.…
Malaysian Prime Minister Condemns Terrorism - 2002-04-02
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad condemned terrorism at an Islamic conference, emphasizing the need for a clear definition of terrorism and criticizing Western perspectives. He…
Yasser Arafat Still Surrounded by Israeli Forces - 2002-04-01
Yasser Arafat remains besieged by Israeli forces in Ramallah, expressing fears for his life. Saeb Erekat highlights the proximity of Israeli soldiers, while international peace…
Pope Condemns Rise of Violence in the Middle East - 2002-04-01
Pope John Paul II condemned the escalating violence in the Middle East during his Easter message, highlighting the despair caused by recent events. He urged…
One of the detainees in Pakistan is a senior aide to bin Laden - 2002-04-01
An American official has confirmed that one of the detainees from a recent raid in Pakistan is a senior aide to Osama bin Laden, named…
Six Religious Leaders and 160 Women Attend Loya Jirga - April 1, 2002
The Loya Jirga, a council to select Afghanistan's future government, will include 6 religious leaders and 160 women. It is set to begin on June…