August 2002
A Muslim Separatist Leader in Kashmir Says He Will Not Participate in Elections - 2002-08-31
Shabir Shah, a Muslim separatist leader in Kashmir, has announced he will not participate in the upcoming state elections, claiming that voting is meaningless and…
Shabir Shah Conditions Participation in Kashmir Elections
Shabir Shah has stated that his party will participate in the Kashmir elections if India agrees to discuss the Kashmir issue with elected representatives. This…
The U.S. Calls for Dialogue Between Moscow and Tbilisi - 2002-08-29
The U.S. has requested that Russia avoid sending troops to Georgia's Pankisi Gorge to pursue Chechen rebels, advocating for dialogue between Moscow and Tbilisi. President…
Charges Against a Moroccan Man
A Moroccan man, Amir al-Mutassad, has been charged in Germany for his alleged involvement in the September 11 attacks, accused of aiding in the murder…
Meeting of Leaders of Russia and North Korea - 2002-08-24
On August 24, 2002, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Il met in Vladivostok to discuss a new railway project to…
Connection of the Siberian Railway to the Korean Peninsula - 2002-08-23
Vladimir Putin met with Kim Jong-il in Vladivostok, promising to assist in improving North-South Korean relations. They discussed expanding the Siberian Railway to connect with…
North Korean President in Vladivostok - 2002-08-23
North Korean President Kim Jong Il is in Vladivostok for discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin on bilateral transportation and infrastructure issues, as well as…
Kashmir Committee Meeting - 2002-08-17
The Kashmir Committee, comprising Indian academics and journalists, is engaging with separatist leaders in Kashmir to foster dialogue and end the election boycott. This meeting…
Roundtable Discussion with You Featuring Ahmad Baharloo - August 16, 2002
Dr. Kiyu Mirfendereski participated in a roundtable discussion regarding the Caspian Sea, focusing on its historical context, oil resources, and regional disputes. This discussion is…
Cycling for Peace - 2002-08-15
Two Iranian students, Hassan Alizadeh and Amir Ahmadi, embarked on a global cycling journey two years ago and have now reached the United States after…
Sudanese President Lifts Ban on Political Parties - 2002-08-11
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has lifted a 13-year ban on political parties, allowing only those that existed before his 1989 coup to apply for licenses,…
Kim Jong Il to Visit Russia - 2002-08-09
Kim Jong Il is set to visit Russia for discussions with Vladimir Putin. This meeting is significant as it follows previous interactions between the two…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Amir Ahmadi - 2002-08-08
This article features an interview with Dr. Houshang Amir Ahmadi, head of the Iran-U.S. Council, discussing the third session of the council. The interview was…
American Newspapers' Opinions on Current Issues in Iran - 2002-08-04
American newspapers discussed Iran's nuclear collaboration with Russia, highlighting potential changes in Russia's stance. The Washington Post emphasized that Russia's assistance is limited to civilian…
Publication of the First Issue of Ayneh Jonub in Iran - 2002-08-01
The first issue of the reformist newspaper Ayneh Jonub was published in Iran following the suspension of another reformist newspaper, Nourouz. Mohammad Dadfar, the owner…
Russia's Military Maneuvers in the Caspian Sea - 2002-08-01
Russia has launched significant military exercises in the Caspian Sea involving over 10,000 personnel and 60 warships. The maneuvers aim to assert Russia's ability to…