August 2002
Iran's Reaction to the U.S. Decision Not to Send Wrestling Team
Iran condemned the U.S. decision not to send its wrestling team to the World Championships in Tehran, citing security concerns. Iranian officials rejected the notion…
Asfari Calls Military Shipment to Iran Israeli Propaganda - 2002-08-29
Iran has denied any ties to a military shipment seized by German authorities, which they suspect was intended for Iran. The shipment, found on an…
China's Concerns Over Taiwanese Official's Visit to Indonesia - 2002-08-17
The Indonesian government clarified to China that it did not facilitate the visit of Taiwanese Vice President Ann Lu. Despite adhering to a one-China policy,…
Report on Iraq and Western Countries' Policies - 2002-08-15
The article discusses the situation in Iraq and the policies of Western countries, particularly focusing on the position of the French Foreign Ministry spokesperson. This…
Israel Purchases Fifty Million Cubic Meters of Water Annually from Turkey
Israel has agreed to buy 50 million cubic meters of water annually from Turkey for the next 20 years, a deal announced by Prime Minister…
Russian Government Criticism of Georgia - 2002-08-07
The Russian government has criticized Georgia for not promptly extraditing armed Chechens detained by Georgian border guards. This criticism comes amid rising tensions between the…
Nine Killed in Attack on Hindu Pilgrims
An attack by suspected Islamist militants on Hindu pilgrims in Kashmir resulted in nine deaths and numerous injuries. Indian officials blame Pakistan for the attack,…
China Does Not Tolerate Independent Taiwan - 2002-08-05
The Chinese government has declared it will not accept an independent Taiwan following President Chen Shui-bian's proposal for a referendum on the island's future. This…