November 2002
Weapon Discovery in Bosnia and Herzegovina - 2002-11-30
Military officials in Bosnia and Herzegovina found significant caches of weapons, including hand grenades and small arms ammunition. NATO-led peacekeepers also discovered eight tons of…
NATO Military Command: Attack on Iraq Will Be the Last Option - 2002-11-29
NATO's military command, represented by General Joseph Ralston, has indicated that military action against Iraq would be a last resort, emphasizing hopes for a peaceful…
Germany's Position on the U.S. and Israel in the U.S.-Iraq Conflicts - 2002-11-29
In a press conference, German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder announced that Germany would allow the U.S. and NATO allies to use its airspace and military bases…
The U.S. and NATO Can Use Bases in Germany Against Iraq - 2002-11-27
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder announced that U.S. and NATO forces can utilize German military bases and airspace for operations against Iraq, but Germany will not…
The U.S. Assured Russia Regarding NATO Expansion - 2002-11-24
President Bush reassured Russia that NATO's expansion is not a threat, emphasizing the need for stable neighbors. He spoke in Romania and Lithuania, highlighting the…
President Bush Expected to Sign Bill for Creation of Department of Homeland Security This Week - 2002-11-24
President Bush is set to sign a significant bill establishing the Department of Homeland Security, marking a major shift in U.S. domestic policy post-9/11. This…
Lithuania Continues Efforts to Improve Relations with Russia - 2002-11-24
Lithuania is actively working to enhance its relationship with Russia despite its NATO membership invitation. President Valdas Adamkus and Foreign Minister Antanas Valionis emphasize that…
President Bush Returns from His European Trip - 2002-11-24
President Bush returned to Washington after a European trip where he attended a NATO summit and met with Russian President Putin. He is expected to…
Weekly Radio Message from President Bush - 2002-11-23
President Bush announced the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security and praised NATO's expansion in his weekly radio address. He emphasized the importance of…
President Bush Continues Eastern European Tour in Vilnius, Lithuania - 2002-11-23
President Bush is in Vilnius, Lithuania, as part of his Eastern European tour, congratulating nations invited to join NATO while seeking their support for possible…
Donald Rumsfeld, U.S. Secretary of Defense, Arrives in Slovenia
Donald Rumsfeld visited Slovenia to discuss NATO membership, emphasizing the country's military capabilities. Slovenia is considering joining NATO but faces public opposition and historical disappointment…
The Presidents of the United States and Russia Agree that Iraq Must Comply with the UN Resolution - 2002-11-23
President Bush and President Putin agreed that Iraq must comply with UN resolutions regarding disarmament. Putin emphasized the need for a multilateral approach through the…
President Bush Leaves Romania After Speaking to Thousands of Supporters - 2002-11-23
President Bush visited Romania to address thousands of supporters and discuss the country's invitation to join NATO. This invitation is seen as a vote of…
NATO Calls on Iraq for Full and Immediate Cooperation with Weapons Inspectors - 2002-11-22
NATO leaders have pledged support for UN disarmament efforts in Iraq and called for immediate cooperation from Iraq with weapons inspectors. The summit also invited…
NATO Emphasizes Ties with Russia and Central Asian Countries
NATO Secretary General George Robertson highlighted the importance of strengthening ties with Russia and Central Asian nations in the fight against terrorism. This comes as…
NATO's Support for the Revival of Security Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-11-22
NATO has agreed to support the revival of Afghanistan's security forces with military and logistical aid starting in February, led by Germany and the Netherlands.…
Bush's Meeting with Putin in St. Petersburg - 2002-11-22
President Bush met with President Putin in St. Petersburg to discuss NATO's eastward expansion and assure Russia that it would be beneficial. The talks also…
NATO's Agreement to Support UN Efforts for Disarmament in Iraq - 2002-11-21
NATO member states have agreed to support UN disarmament efforts in Iraq due to Iraq's non-compliance with Security Council resolutions. This decision was made at…
Russia's Cautious Reaction to the Accession of Seven Former Communist Countries to NATO - 2002-11-21
Russia is cautiously responding to NATO's expansion with the invitation of seven former communist countries to join. Alexander Yakovenko expressed concerns about NATO's military presence…
NATO to Provide Military and Logistical Support to Peacekeeping Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-11-21
NATO has agreed to provide military and logistical support to the peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan, marking its first involvement in the region. The support will…
Seven Eastern and Central European Countries Join NATO - 2002-11-21
NATO leaders have invited seven Eastern and Central European countries to join the alliance, which will officially occur in 2004. This expansion is seen as…
Dinner in Honor of President Václav Havel - 2002-11-21
A dinner was held in Prague to honor President Václav Havel of the Czech Republic as he prepares for retirement. Leaders, including President Bush and…
NATO Forces Reconstruction - 2002-11-21
NATO leaders in Prague have agreed to modernize their armed forces to address new terrorist threats and invited seven Eastern and Central European countries to…
Ukrainian Parliament Approves Prime Minister Appointment - 2002-11-21
The Ukrainian Parliament has approved Viktor Yanukovych as the new Prime Minister, following the dismissal of Anatoliy Kinakh. This decision comes amid a boycott by…
Bush: I Will Consult Allies Before Any Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-11-20
President Bush announced his intention to consult with allies before taking military action against Iraq during a press conference in Prague. He emphasized NATO's role…
A Bomb Defused on the Railway Near Prague
A small bomb was defused on the railway near Prague just before President Bush's visit, raising security concerns ahead of the NATO summit. Thousands of…
Voting in the U.S. Senate for the Approval of the Bill Establishing the Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-19
The U.S. Senate is set to vote on a bill to create the Department of Homeland Security amidst partisan disagreements. Democrats aim to remove special…
The accession of 10 candidate countries to the European Union postponed until 2004
The EU foreign ministers have postponed the official accession of 10 candidate countries to May 1, 2004, allowing more time for these countries to ratify…
President Bush Arrives in Prague - 2002-11-19
President Bush has arrived in Prague for a NATO summit and to invite seven Eastern and Central European countries to join. He is expected to…
Ukrainian President Requests Visa from Czech Republic
Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma has requested a visa to attend a NATO conference in Prague but has not received an official invitation due to allegations…
Ukrainian President to Attend NATO Summit in Prague Despite Visa Denial!
Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma plans to attend the NATO summit in Prague despite being denied a visa by the Czech government due to allegations of…
Despite Czech Government's Refusal to Issue Visa
Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma plans to attend the NATO summit in Prague despite the Czech government's refusal to issue him a visa. The summit will…
Ban on the Presence of Presidents at NATO Summit - 2002-11-16
The Czech Republic has barred the presidents of Belarus and Ukraine from attending the NATO summit in Prague, leading to diplomatic tensions. Lukashenko has recalled…
NATO Leaders Summit - 2002-11-16
During the NATO leaders summit in Prague, discussions will focus on Iraq and the future of NATO. President Bush seeks support from NATO allies regarding…
Democrats Protest Changes to the Department of Homeland Security Bill - 2002-11-16
Democratic senators in the U.S. are threatening to delay the Department of Homeland Security bill due to added provisions they deem irrelevant to security. Tom…
Azerbaijan's Participation in Peacekeeping Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-11-15
Azerbaijan is deploying 30 soldiers to join Turkish-led peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan. This decision was approved by the Azerbaijani parliament, and Turkey will finance the…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: NATO Assistance to Peacekeeping Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-11-13
NATO is set to assist Afghanistan with logistics and planning for peacekeeping missions, as announced by Secretary General George Robertson. This involvement is significant as…
Vladimir Putin: NATO Expansion into Central and Eastern Europe Should Not Threaten Russia's Security - 2002-11-12
Vladimir Putin reassured that NATO's expansion into Central and Eastern Europe should not threaten Russia's security during a press conference with NATO Secretary General George…
President Bush's Phone Conversation with the German Chancellor - 2002-11-09
President Bush spoke with German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, expressing hope for improved US-German relations following a UN resolution on Iraq. This was their first conversation…
Republicans Gain Majority in the U.S. Senate - 2002-11-06
The Republicans have gained a slim majority in the U.S. Senate, winning 51 seats against 46 for the Democrats. Key victories in Missouri and Minnesota…
Walter Mondale to Replace Senator Wellstone - 2002-11-03
Senator Wellstone's death poses a significant challenge for the Democratic Party as they approach midterm elections. Walter Mondale has been nominated to replace him in…
Seven Former Soviet Bloc Countries to be Invited to NATO Membership
Ukraine's President Leonid Kuchma plans to attend a NATO summit in Prague despite not being invited. The U.S. has accused him of agreeing to sell…