May 2002
Colombian Paramilitary Forces Support Peace Plan
Colombian paramilitary forces have expressed their support for a peace plan proposed by newly elected President Alvaro Uribe aimed at negotiating with leftist rebels. The…
France Coach Aims for 6 Points
France's coach Roger Lemer is under pressure after a shocking loss to Senegal, stating the team must win its next two matches to avoid elimination.…
El Hadji Diouf, Best Player of the Match France vs Senegal - 2002-05-31
El Hadji Diouf was named the best player in the match where Senegal defeated France 1-0 in the 2002 World Cup. His performance highlighted Senegal's…
Tensions Rise Between India and Pakistan - 2002-05-31
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated, prompting the U.S. State Department to advise American citizens to leave India. The situation is serious, with military…
Major Surprise on the Opening Day of the World Cup - 2002-05-31
The opening day of the World Cup in Asia saw a stunning upset as the defending champions, France, lost to Senegal. This match was significant…
Escalation of Disputes Between Burma and Thailand - 2002-05-31
Burma has intensified its conflict with Thailand by banning any mention of the country in the media, following accusations of Thai support for anti-government rebels.…
Transfer of Pakistani Forces from the Afghanistan Border to the Kashmir Region - 2002-05-31
Pakistan has moved additional troops from its border with Afghanistan to the Kashmir region amid rising tensions with India. General Rashid Qureshi confirmed this move,…
Civil Rights Advocates Express Concern Over Increased Powers of the Federal Bureau of Investigation
Civil rights advocates in the U.S. are concerned about new FBI powers that allow increased surveillance and interrogation of citizens, including visits to public spaces.…
Algerian Parliamentary Elections Continue - 2002-05-30
Algerian parliamentary elections are ongoing amid opposition boycotts and violence, with a reported 30% voter turnout. The Berber minority is protesting against perceived discrimination, while…
Possibility of Preventing September 11 Terrorist Attacks Existed - 2002-05-30
Robert Mueller, the FBI director, acknowledged that the agency could have potentially prevented the September 11 attacks if it had properly analyzed all available information.…
Interview with Masoud Behnoud - 2002-05-30
Masoud Behnoud and Mashallah Shamsolvaezin, prominent Iranian journalists, recently visited Germany to give speeches, highlighting their influence and engagement with international audiences. This event underscores…
Boycott and Violence Cast Shadow Over Algerian Elections - 2002-05-30
Algerians are voting today under the influence of a boycott and violence linked to Islamic fundamentalism. Major opposition parties and the Berber minority are protesting…
Russia's Victory in a Friendly Match - 2002-05-30
The Russian national football team won a friendly match against Shimizu S-Pulse from Japan with a score of 3-0. Key player Alexander Mostovoi was absent…
Grants Instead of Loans for Poor African Countries - 2002-05-29
U.S. Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill advocates for grants instead of loans for poor African nations during his visit to Uganda. This approach aims to address…
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…
Mohammad Khatami Urges Reformist Allies to Abandon Proposals for Improving Relations with the U.S.
Mohammad Khatami has asked his reformist allies in Iran's Parliament to stop suggesting improvements in relations with the U.S., citing offensive rhetoric from U.S. leaders.…
Samsung's $1 Million Donation to Chinese Football Fans - 2002-05-28
Samsung has donated $950,000 to support Chinese football fans traveling to South Korea for the World Cup. This initiative aims to promote their products while…
England Ready to Face Sweden - 2002-05-28
The England national football team is preparing for their first match in the 2002 World Cup against Sweden, following a recent draw with Cameroon. Coach…
Extraordinary FIFA Congress Begins in Seoul - 2002-05-28
The extraordinary FIFA Congress has commenced in Seoul to address financial issues within the organization. Sepp Blatter, facing accusations of mismanagement, seeks re-election against Issa…
Efforts by Al-Qaeda and the Taliban to Disrupt Elections in Afghanistan - 2002-05-28
U.S. forces in Afghanistan are concerned about potential disruptions to upcoming elections by Al-Qaeda and Taliban leaders based in Pakistan. General Hagenbeck reported that these…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Interview with Two Iranian Journalists - 2002-05-28
Nasrin Mahdavi interviewed Iranian journalists Masoud Behnoud and Masallah Shams al-Vaezin about the evolution of the Iranian press and its significance following the political changes…
Famous Korean Forward on the Brink of Retirement - 2002-05-28
Hwang Sun-hong, a prominent forward for South Korea's national football team, announced his retirement following the 2002 World Cup. He expressed hopes to meet the…
Signing of the Historic NATO-Russia Council Agreement - 2002-05-28
On May 28, 2002, President Bush and NATO leaders signed a historic agreement with Russian President Putin to establish a NATO-Russia Council, allowing limited Russian…
President Bush Heads to Normandy - 2002-05-27
President Bush is visiting Normandy with French President Jacques Chirac to honor American soldiers who died in WWII, coinciding with Memorial Day in the U.S.…
Belgium's Victory in Final Friendly Match - 2002-05-27
Belgium's national football team won their final friendly match against Costa Rica with a score of 1-0, showcasing a strong performance ahead of the World…
Memorial Day in America - 2002-05-27
Memorial Day is being observed in the U.S., honoring war veterans and those who died for their country. This year's observance is particularly significant due…
President Bush's Visit to Normandy - 2002-05-27
President Bush visited Normandy to honor American soldiers who died during the 1944 invasion. He emphasized the importance of Memorial Day as a time for…
France Without Zidane in First Two Matches - 2002-05-27
Zinedine Zidane, the star midfielder of the French national football team, will miss the first two matches of the World Cup due to a left…
Possibility of Zidane's Early Return - 2002-05-27
Zinedine Zidane, the French football star, has sustained a minor injury that could keep him out of the World Cup but hopes to return for…
Pope's Visit to the Orthodox Monastery of Saint John of Rila
Pope John Paul II visited the Orthodox Monastery of Saint John of Rila, emphasizing unity between Catholic and Orthodox Christians. He also met with Bulgaria's…
France's Victory Over South Korea - 2002-05-26
France's national football team won 3-2 against South Korea in a warm-up match before the World Cup, but Zinedine Zidane sustained a thigh injury. This…
Ronaldo's First Goal for Brazil After Nearly 3 Years - 2002-05-26
Ronaldo scored his first goal for Brazil in nearly three years during a friendly match against Malaysia, contributing to a 4-0 victory. The match was…
Vietnamese Communist Party Secures Ninety Percent of Parliamentary Seats - May 26, 2002
The Vietnamese Communist Party has won 90% of the seats in the National Assembly following recent elections, with nearly full voter participation. The results indicate…
Brazilian Player's Prediction About Turkey's Team - 2002-05-25
Roberto Carlos, a player for Brazil's national team, predicts an easy match against Turkey in the 2002 World Cup, suggesting Brazil only needs to exert…
Plundering of Congo's Mineral Resources - 2002-05-25
A UN delegation reported that the mineral resources of the Democratic Republic of Congo are being plundered by foreign armies and rebel groups involved in…
President Bush Arrives in St. Petersburg with Vladimir Putin
President Bush and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in St. Petersburg following the signing of a nuclear arms reduction treaty. They engaged in various cultural…
Hayatou Arrives in South Korea
Issa Hayatou has arrived in South Korea to compete against Sepp Blatter for the FIFA presidency. The election will occur shortly before the 2002 World…
Argentina in Two Consecutive Friendly Matches - 2002-05-25
Argentina is gearing up for the World Cup with two friendly matches against Japanese clubs ahead of their opening game against Nigeria. They are considered…
Japan and Sweden Friendly Match - 2002-05-25
Japan and Sweden played a friendly football match that ended in a 1-1 draw. The match featured goals from Marcus Allbäck for Sweden and an…
Parliamentary Elections in Vietnam - 2002-05-25
The Communist Party of Vietnam has consolidated its power in the National Assembly following recent parliamentary elections, with nearly full voter turnout reported. A total…
Meeting of Terrorist Groups in Lebanon Denied
Hezbollah denied U.S. media reports of a meeting with Al-Qaeda and Hamas leaders in Lebanon. Sheikh Nasrallah dismissed the claims as false during a public…
736 Players in the World Cup - 2002-05-24
The official list of 736 players for the 2002 World Cup has been released by FIFA. This list includes players from 32 participating teams and…
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…
Joint Statement by Bush and Putin on Resolving the Middle East Conflict - 2002-05-24
President Bush and Vladimir Putin issued a joint statement aimed at resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, condemning terrorism and affirming Israel's right to defend itself. They…
South Africa's Victory Over Turkey - 2002-05-23
South Africa defeated Turkey 2-0 in a friendly match ahead of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. This victory provided a morale boost for South Africa,…
Roy Keane Withdraws from Ireland National Football Team
Roy Keane has withdrawn from the Ireland national football team after a confrontation with coach Mick McCarthy, which is a significant setback for the team…
Blatter Arrives in South Korea - 2002-05-23
Sepp Blatter arrived in South Korea a day before the 2002 World Cup, where a special election for FIFA president will take place. He faces…
Criticism from the U.S. Vice President towards Congressional Members - 2002-05-23
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney criticized Congressional members for their attacks on President Bush regarding the September 11 attacks. He defended the President's actions and…
Members of the Central Election Committee of the Palestinian Authority Resign
All members of the Central Election Committee of the Palestinian Authority have resigned, citing conflicts of duty and Yasser Arafat's inability to schedule new elections.…
Reduction of British Representation in Pakistan - 2002-05-22
The UK is reducing its diplomatic presence in Pakistan due to increased security threats against its interests. British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw announced preparations for…
Senate Majority Leader Calls for Investigation Committee on September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-05-22
Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle has proposed an independent investigation into the federal government's prior knowledge of the September 11 attacks. Republican leaders oppose this…
The Leader of the Catholics Worldwide Arrives in Azerbaijan
Pope John Paul II has arrived in Azerbaijan for a five-day visit aimed at promoting religious tolerance and addressing the long-standing conflict between Azerbaijan and…
Israeli Parliament Approves Government's Emergency Economic Plan - 2002-05-22
The Israeli Parliament has approved an emergency economic plan aimed at austerity measures due to military expenses in the West Bank. Ariel Sharon faced opposition…
Tamil Tigers Hold First Face-to-Face Talks with Senior Government Officials
The Tamil Tigers engaged in their first direct negotiations with Sri Lankan government officials in a rebel-controlled area, marking a significant development ahead of upcoming…
Abdul Ghani Lone, Prominent Kashmiri Separatist, Assassinated
Abdul Ghani Lone, a moderate Kashmiri separatist leader, was assassinated during a memorial event in Srinagar. His death occurs amid heightened tensions as Indian Prime…
Yasser Arafat to Chair Meeting of Electoral Committee - 2002-05-20
Yasser Arafat is set to lead a meeting discussing potential presidential and parliamentary elections in the Palestinian Authority amidst ongoing Israeli occupation. The Palestinian leadership…
Crash of 2 Military Helicopters in Central Iran - 2002-05-20
Two military helicopters crashed in central Iran during a training exercise, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members. The incident occurred near Isfahan,…
Path Out of Political, Economic, and Social Turmoil - 2002-05-20
The article discusses the increasing discord within the Islamic Republic of Iran, particularly between the right-wing and reformist factions, as the former labels dissenters as…
EU Agreement on Palestinian Exiles - 2002-05-19
The EU has agreed on the host countries for 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel as part of a deal to end the siege of…
President Bush's Popularity Declined - 2002-05-19
A recent poll shows a decline in President Bush's popularity, with 48% of Americans believing he did all he could before the September 11 attacks.…
Calendar Day, May 18: Tennessee Valley Authority - 2002-05-19
On May 18, 2002, a historical note regarding the establishment of the Tennessee Valley Authority by President Roosevelt was highlighted. This initiative aimed to improve…
September 11 Attacks and Bush Administration's Response - 2002-05-18
A 1999 U.S. government report suggested the possibility of hijackers using planes as weapons, raising questions about the Bush administration's pre-September 11 intelligence handling. The…
President Bush Rejects Criticism from Democratic Leaders - 2002-05-18
President Bush defended his administration's actions regarding pre-September 11 intelligence, rejecting criticisms from Democratic leaders. The ongoing political debate highlights concerns about the government's prior…
Discovery of an Unknown Body in Pakistan - 2002-05-17
The police in Pakistan have discovered a headless body believed to be that of Daniel Pearl, an American journalist kidnapped four months prior. The discovery…
Planning for Reforms in the Palestinian Authority - 2002-05-16
Yasser Arafat has agreed to hold presidential and parliamentary elections in six months as part of a reform plan for the Palestinian Authority, following a…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Noushin Moeini Kermanshahi - 2002-05-16
Noushin Moeini Kermanshahi, the daughter of a well-known Iranian poet, has released a new book that explores the works of prominent painters. This highlights the…
Arafat Acknowledges Some Mistakes
Yasser Arafat acknowledged mistakes and called for significant reforms in the Palestinian Authority without detailing how these would be implemented. This statement comes amid calls…
President Bush Informed of Potential Terrorist Attack - 2002-05-16
In the lead-up to the September 11 attacks, President Bush was informed by the CIA about the possibility of al-Qaeda terrorists hijacking American passenger planes.…
A New Group to Combat Terrorism is Being Established in Washington
Robert Mueller is establishing a new group in Washington to coordinate global anti-terrorism efforts. This initiative aims to centralize operations and ensure thorough evaluations of…
Negotiations to End Strike in Germany - 2002-05-15
The largest industrial union in Germany is negotiating with employers to end a significant strike that began on May 5. Union representatives demand a wage…
America Praised Arafat's Speech Today
The White House commended Yasser Arafat's speech on political reforms within the Palestinian Authority, emphasizing President Bush's expectation for tangible actions. Arafat expressed his commitment…
First Public Elections in Sierra Leone - 2002-05-14
Sierra Leone held its first public elections after a decade of civil war, with long lines at polling stations and a smooth voting process reported.…
Labor Strikes in Germany Expand - 2002-05-13
Labor strikes in Germany are growing as the IG Metall union seeks higher wages, expanding to Berlin and Brandenburg. The union has rejected a management…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Iran's Position on Saudi Arabia's Proposed Middle East Peace Plan - 2002-05-12
The article outlines Iran's response to Saudi Arabia's peace proposal for the Middle East, featuring insights from Ali Akbar Mohtashami, an advisor to President Khatami.…
End of Conference of Leaders of Syria, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia - 2002-05-12
Leaders from Egypt, Syria, and Saudi Arabia held a conference where they called for peace with Israel and support for the Saudi peace initiative. The…
FBI Agents Present in Pakistani Court - 2002-05-11
FBI agents are testifying in the trial of four men accused of kidnapping and murdering American journalist Daniel Pearl. The trial is significant due to…
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…
All Passengers of Chinese Airplane Have Died - 2002-05-09
A Chinese airplane crashed in northern coastal waters, resulting in the deaths of all 112 passengers and crew members. The airline has expressed condolences to…
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.…
Arafat's Order to Prevent Terrorist Operations - 2002-05-09
Yasser Arafat has ordered his security forces to prevent terrorist attacks against Israeli civilians following a deadly suicide bombing in Tel Aviv that killed 15…
Strikes in Germany Will Lead to Wage Increases - 2002-05-09
The IG Metall union in Germany is expanding strikes for higher wages, with thousands of workers participating across various sectors. The strikes are significant as…
Discussions Between President Bush and King Abdullah of Jordan - 2002-05-09
President Bush and King Abdullah of Jordan are set to discuss peace efforts in the Middle East, focusing on the recent violence and the Saudi…
New Cabinet in France - 2002-05-08
Jean-Pierre Raffarin has unveiled his new center-right cabinet in France, which includes a powerful national security position and the first female Minister of Defense, Michèle…
Another Pipe Bomb Discovered - 2002-05-07
Another pipe bomb has been discovered in Texas, bringing the total to 18 since Friday. The FBI suspects a common source for these bombs, potentially…
Second Day of German Workers' Strike - 2002-05-07
German workers are on their second day of a strike demanding higher wages, led by the IG Metall union which has halted work in key…
Dutch General Elections to Proceed as Scheduled
The Dutch general elections are set to take place on May 15, despite the assassination of far-right politician Pim Fortuyn. Prime Minister Wim Kok confirmed…
Decisive Vote for Chirac by the French - 2002-05-06
Jacques Chirac won the French presidential election with over 82% of the vote against far-right candidate Jean-Marie Le Pen. This election result reflects a rejection…
Mistakes of the Islamic Republic Regarding National Interests - 2002-05-06
The article features an interview discussing the tactical errors of the Islamic Republic in managing Iran's national interests in the Caspian Sea and surrounding regions.…
Frontiers of Knowledge: Counting All Solar Neutrinos - 2002-05-06
Scientists from around the world have successfully counted solar neutrinos that reach Earth, a significant achievement in particle physics. The work was highlighted in an…
Roca, Cuba's Political Opponent, Released
Vladimir Roca, a prominent Cuban political opponent, was released after serving most of his sentence for inciting unrest. His release coincides with former U.S. President…
Los Angeles Report: The Mystical Music of the Rosbar Group - 2002-05-04
The Rosbar mystical music group, founded in 1997 by members of the Ahl-e Haqq community, performs in Germany and aims to share their deep-rooted mystical…
European Union Adds Eleven Groups and Organizations to Its Terrorist List - 2002-05-03
The European Union has officially added eleven groups, including the PKK and MEK, to its terrorist list, which requires member states to freeze their assets.…
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…
Burma Awaits the End of Aung San Suu Kyi's House Arrest - 2002-05-03
Burma is currently witnessing a buildup of support for Aung San Suu Kyi as her house arrest continues. Her supporters are calling for her release,…
Postponement of Trial for 4 Islamic Militants Accused of Kidnapping and Murdering Daniel Pearl
The trial of four Islamic militants accused of kidnapping and murdering journalist Daniel Pearl has been postponed in Pakistan due to the absence of defense…
Yasser Arafat Blames Israel for Armed Clashes Around the Church of the Nativity - 2002-05-02
Yasser Arafat condemned Israel for armed clashes near the Church of the Nativity, calling their actions criminal. Following a recent withdrawal of Israeli forces from…
After cheating in the Winter Olympics, two officials from the French Figure Skating Federation were punished.
Two officials from the French Figure Skating Federation were banned for three years due to their involvement in a cheating scandal during the Winter Olympics.…