December 2002
United Nations Security Council Tightens Import Restrictions on Iraq - 2002-12-31
The UN Security Council has tightened import restrictions on Iraq to prevent the acquisition of military-related materials. This decision impacts Iraq's ability to import protective…
Russia Begins Natural Gas Delivery to Turkey - 2002-12-29
Russia has started delivering natural gas to Turkey via a 1,400-kilometer pipeline. The project is significant for both countries, with Turkey receiving its first shipment…
Signing of the Contract for the Transfer of Natural Gas from Turkmenistan to Pakistan via Afghanistan - 2002-12-28
Turkmenistan has signed a contract to transfer natural gas to Pakistan via Afghanistan after prolonged negotiations. This agreement marks a significant step for Turkmenistan in…
Israeli Forces Return to Bethlehem - 2002-12-27
Israeli forces re-entered Bethlehem after a brief withdrawal for Christmas, imposing a curfew and using tear gas on residents. This escalation follows heavy military operations…
Afghanistan-Pakistan-Turkmenistan Gas Pipeline - December 26, 2002
A preliminary agreement for the Afghanistan-Pakistan-Turkmenistan gas pipeline was signed in May but the ceremony has been delayed. The project aims to create 12,000 jobs…
Over 100 UN Weapons Inspectors Continue Searches in Iraq - 2002-12-26
Over 100 UN weapons inspectors are actively searching for banned weapons in Iraq, while Saddam Hussein claims that the U.S. will be surprised by the…
Pervez Musharraf Asks Mohammad Khatami to Assist India and Pakistan in Resolving Kashmir Issue - 2002-12-24
Pervez Musharraf has asked Iranian President Mohammad Khatami to mediate in the Kashmir conflict between India and Pakistan during Khatami's visit to Pakistan. Khatami emphasized…
Venezuelan Government Attempts to End General Strike by Force - 2002-12-24
The Venezuelan government is using force to end a general strike that has severely impacted oil production, reducing it by 90%. This strike is part…
Mohammad Khatami Visits Pakistan for Regional Security Discussions - 2002-12-23
Iranian President Mohammad Khatami visited Pakistan to discuss regional security and cooperation with Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf. They emphasized collaboration in rebuilding war-affected areas and…
Global Energy Institute Announcement on EU Member States' Gas Needs - 2002-12-23
The Global Energy Institute has projected that the gas requirements of European Union member countries will increase threefold in the next three decades. This announcement…
Conspiracy to Carry Out Terrorist Attacks in France - 2002-12-20
French authorities arrested four suspected Islamic militants who were plotting terrorist attacks in France. The suspects were found with bomb-making instructions and various materials for…
Iran's Pursuit of Nuclear Technology Continues to Be a Key Issue in Washington-Moscow Negotiations
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell has reiterated concerns about Iran's nuclear ambitions during discussions with Russia. Iran insists its nuclear program is for peaceful…
Venezuelan Riot Police Fired Tear Gas at Anti-Government Protesters - 2002-12-17
Venezuelan riot police used tear gas against anti-government protesters demanding President Hugo Chavez's resignation. The protests have led to a significant strike in the oil…
Under the Microscope: The Islamic Regime's Game with Nuclear Power - 2002-12-14
The article discusses why the Islamic regime of Iran is pursuing nuclear power despite its abundant natural gas resources. It includes an interpretation by Michael…
On the Anniversary of December 7, Iranian Police Used Batons and Tear Gas
On December 7, Iranian police clashed with thousands of protesters in Tehran, using batons and tear gas to suppress demands for political reform. At least…
Four Reports on the Events of December 7, Student Day in Iran - 2002-12-08
On December 7, 2002, which marks Student Day in Iran, student protests at Tehran University were met with violent repression from government forces. Eyewitnesses and…
Explosion at a McDonald's Restaurant in India - 2002-12-06
An explosion at a McDonald's in Mumbai injured at least 12 people, with three in critical condition. The incident is under investigation and comes shortly…
Science and Society: A Billion Years of Snow - 2002-12-01
Astronomers discuss the formation of hydrogen snow about 300,000 years after the Big Bang, which lasted for a billion years, and the rapid formation of…