October 2002
Russia Accuses Maskhadov of Involvement in Moscow Hostage Crisis - 2002-10-31
Russian authorities have accused Aslan Maskhadov, the Chechen separatist leader, of orchestrating the recent hostage crisis in Moscow, while denying any peace negotiations with Chechnya.…
Putin Orders Military to Change Strategy in Fight Against Terrorism - 2002-10-29
Vladimir Putin has instructed the Russian military to revise its anti-terrorism strategy following a tragic incident where 117 hostages died during a Chechen militant takeover…
The Cause of the Deaths of Moscow Hostages Was Poison Gas - 2002-10-28
In a tragic incident, 116 out of 117 hostages in a Moscow theater died from poison gas used by special forces to subdue Chechen rebels.…
Russian Ministry of Health: About 200 Released Hostages to Be Discharged from Hospital
Approximately 200 hostages released from the Moscow theater crisis are set to be discharged from hospitals. The operation led to the rescue of over 750…
Vladimir Putin Apologizes to Relatives of Deceased Hostages
Vladimir Putin apologized to the families of hostages killed during a rescue operation in a theater taken over by Chechen rebels. The operation resulted in…
One Hundred Seventeen Hostages in Moscow Died from Toxic Gas Inhalation - 2002-10-27
In a tragic incident in Moscow, 117 hostages died from toxic gas inhalation during a rescue operation against Chechen rebels. The Russian government, led by…
Denmark to Host Global Chechnya Conference Next Week
Denmark is hosting a global Chechnya conference next week, prompting Russian President Putin to threaten to cancel his official visit. The conference aims to discuss…
Hostage-takers threaten to kill hostages
Chechen rebels have taken hostages in a Moscow theater and threatened to kill them unless their demands for the withdrawal of Russian troops from Chechnya…
Continued Hostage Crisis in Moscow - 2002-10-24
The hostage crisis in Moscow continues as two women escape and one is killed. Armed Chechen separatists have taken approximately 40 hostages, demanding an end…
Arrest of Abdul Wahid in Pakistan - 2002-10-23
Abdul Wahid, a suspected Al-Qaeda member, was arrested in Peshawar, Pakistan, along with explosive materials. Pakistani authorities also detained a doctor suspected of treating Taliban…
Moscow Television Shows Body Removed from Building - 2002-10-23
Armed men took hostages in a Moscow theater during a performance, demanding an end to the war in Chechnya. Russian President Putin canceled his trip…
Pakistan: Notable Surgeon Arrested on Suspicion of Links to Taliban
A prominent surgeon, Amir Aziz, has been arrested in Pakistan on suspicion of having ties to the Taliban. His arrest raises concerns about the treatment…
Bomb Explosion in Kashmir - 2002-10-19
A bomb explosion in Indian-administered Kashmir resulted in one police officer's death and 15 injuries, attributed to a suspected separatist. Concurrently, cross-border fire between Indian…
Following the Failure of Kashmiri Parties to Form a Local Government
The Indian federal government has assumed direct control over Jammu and Kashmir after local political parties failed to establish a government. The former Chief Minister,…
The United Nations Must Protect Global Security - 2002-10-16
President Bush signed a resolution permitting military action against Iraq, emphasizing the UN's role in global security. The UN Security Council is discussing a new…
Despite Opposition from Major Serbian Candidate
The Serbian Electoral Commission invalidated the presidential election results due to low voter turnout, prompting major candidate Vojislav Kostunica to threaten legal action. He claims…
Serbia's Elections to Be Reheld - 2002-10-15
Serbia's presidential elections will be reheld due to a low voter turnout that invalidated the results. Vojislav Kostunica, who won 67% of the votes, is…
Russia May Agree to New Security Council Resolution
Russian President Vladimir Putin indicated that Russia might agree to a new UN Security Council resolution for the return of weapons inspectors to Iraq after…
Tony Blair Visits Moscow to Persuade Vladimir Putin
Tony Blair is in Moscow to convince Vladimir Putin to support a new UN resolution on Iraq. The UK and US seek to enhance inspector…
Efforts to Garner Russian Support - 2002-10-10
UK Prime Minister Tony Blair visited Russia to seek support for a new UN Security Council resolution against Iraq. The resolution aims to increase access…
First Nationwide Census in Russia After the Soviet Era - 2002-10-09
Russia has officially begun its first nationwide census since the Soviet era, which is crucial for economic and social planning. The census will involve over…
India Views Kashmir Elections as a Victory
India held elections in Kashmir, with about half of eligible voters participating despite violence and calls for a boycott from separatists. The elections are seen…
Final Stage of Elections in Kashmir - 2002-10-08
In the final stage of the parliamentary elections in Kashmir, an attack by Muslim militants resulted in the deaths of 3 police officers and 1…
Voters in Indian-administered Kashmir Participate in Fourth and Final Round of Parliamentary Elections - 2002-10-08
Voters in Indian-administered Kashmir are casting their ballots in the final round of parliamentary elections amid heightened security due to previous violence. Approximately 80,000 security…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Interview with Amir Taheri on the Future Outlook of Afghanistan - 2002-10-07
Amir Taheri, a long-time observer of Afghanistan, shares his insights on the country's current situation and challenges after the Taliban's fall in an interview with…
Putin Calls for the Quick Return of Inspectors to Iraq
Russian President Vladimir Putin has urged for the rapid return of UN weapons inspectors to Iraq, emphasizing Russia's opposition to a new Security Council resolution…
A Commander of an Islamic Extremist Group in Kashmir, India, Arrested; Eight Muslim Militants Killed
A senior commander of the Islamic extremist group Al-Umur Al-Mujahideen was arrested in Kashmir, India, while eight militants were killed by Indian forces attempting to…
Russian President Praises End of Yasser Arafat's Siege
Russian President Vladimir Putin commended Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon for lifting the siege on Yasser Arafat's headquarters. The two leaders discussed the Middle East…
Voting in Today's Elections in Kashmir, India Has Concluded - 2002-10-01
Voting in Kashmir's elections ended amid violence from suspected Islamic militants, resulting in multiple casualties including soldiers and civilians. The Indian government reported a 41%…