May 2002
George Tenet is Heading to the Middle East - 2002-05-31
President Bush announced progress towards a Palestinian state that can coexist peacefully with Israel, emphasizing the need for time and political reforms. George Tenet, the…
Joint Statement by Bush and Putin on Resolving the Middle East Conflict - 2002-05-24
President Bush and Vladimir Putin issued a joint statement aimed at resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, condemning terrorism and affirming Israel's right to defend itself. They…
Palestinian Exiles Leave Cyprus - 2002-05-22
Twelve Palestinian militants are being relocated from Cyprus to six European countries after being exiled by Israel. This move follows a 39-day siege of the…
12 Palestinians Depart Cyprus for Various European Countries
Thirteen Palestinian militants exiled by Israel from Bethlehem have left Cyprus for six European countries. Their departure follows a 39-day siege of the Church of…
Transfer of Exiled Palestinians from Cyprus - 2002-05-21
A Spanish plane will transfer 12 Palestinian extremists exiled by Israel from Cyprus to various European countries. This transfer follows an agreement related to the…
European Countries Reach Agreement on 13 Exiled Palestinian Militants - 2002-05-21
European countries have agreed to relocate 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel, with 12 going to six different countries and one remaining in Cyprus. This…
Under the Microscope: Consequences of Azerbaijani President Aliyev's Visit to Tehran - 2002-05-20
Azerbaijani President Aliyev's visit to Tehran has sparked discussions on various geopolitical issues, including rising violence in the region and its implications for Israel-Palestinian relations.…
EU Agreement on Palestinian Exiles - 2002-05-19
The EU has agreed on the host countries for 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel as part of a deal to end the siege of…
The European Union Has Yet to Resolve the Status of Palestinians Accused of Terrorism - 2002-05-17
The EU is struggling to find a resolution for 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel after a crisis at the Church of the Nativity. Six…
Israel's Raid to Neutralize Terrorist Attacks - 2002-05-16
Israel conducted a sudden raid in the West Bank, arresting 21 Palestinians and killing a member of the Palestinian security service, claiming to thwart terrorist…
Arafat Acknowledges Some Mistakes
Yasser Arafat acknowledged mistakes and called for significant reforms in the Palestinian Authority without detailing how these would be implemented. This statement comes amid calls…
Calendar Day, May 14: Recognition of the State of Israel by President Harry Truman - 2002-05-14
On May 14, 1948, President Harry Truman recognized the State of Israel, leading to an immediate declaration of war against Israel by Arab countries in…
Los Angeles Report: The Transition from a Painful Process to a Peace Process in the Middle East - 2002-05-14
The article discusses the shift from a painful conflict to a potential peace process in the Middle East, focusing on the ongoing issues between Palestine…
Final Decision on Destination of 13 Exiled Palestinian Extremists Delayed
The EU foreign ministers have delayed a final decision on the destination of 13 Palestinian extremists exiled by Israel. Six EU countries have offered to…
13 Exiled Palestinian Militants Entered Cyprus
Thirteen exiled Palestinian militants have arrived in Cyprus as part of an agreement to resolve the standoff in Bethlehem. They are expected to leave Cyprus…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Meeting of Foreign Ministers of European Union Member States - 2002-05-13
The article reports on a meeting of EU foreign ministers discussing the treatment of Palestinian prisoners sent to Cyprus by Israel. This issue highlights ongoing…
Israel Releases Some Reserve Soldiers
Israel has released reserve soldiers initially called for military operations in Gaza, citing delays. The Israeli Defense Minister maintains the right to respond to Palestinian…
Concentration of Israeli Forces on the Gaza Strip Border - 2002-05-10
Israel is mobilizing troops along the Gaza Strip in response to a suicide bombing that killed 15 Israelis. The operation aims to target terror centers,…
Stalemate at the Church of the Nativity Comes to an End - 2002-05-10
Thirteen Palestinian extremists hiding in the Church of the Nativity have been transferred to Cyprus after a breakthrough agreement. They are being pursued by Israel…
Agreement on the Stalemate at the Church of the Nativity - 2002-05-09
Negotiators have reached an agreement to end the Israeli siege of the Church of the Nativity, allowing most of the 123 Palestinians inside to leave.…
Delay in Implementing Agreement to End Siege of the Church of the Nativity - 2002-05-07
The implementation of an agreement to end the siege of the Church of the Nativity is delayed due to the lack of a country willing…
Iraq Resumes Oil Exports
Iraq has announced the resumption of oil exports after a one-month halt due to protests against Israeli actions in the West Bank. The Iraqi government…
Israel and Palestinians Reach Agreement to End Siege of the Church of the Nativity
Israel and Palestinian representatives have reached an agreement to end the siege of the Church of the Nativity, facilitated by U.S. and European diplomats. The…
Stalemate at the United Nations Security Council - 2002-05-03
The UN Security Council is facing a stalemate over Israel's refusal to cooperate with a fact-finding mission regarding its actions in Jenin. Arab diplomats pushed…
Cancellation of the Dispatch of a Fact-Finding Mission by Kofi Annan - 2002-05-02
Kofi Annan has canceled a fact-finding mission to the Jenin refugee camp due to Israel's refusal to cooperate. This decision follows allegations of a massacre…
Steps Following the Dissolution of the Fact-Finding Mission
Kofi Annan canceled the UN fact-finding mission to Jenin due to Israel's refusal to cooperate, leading to discussions among Security Council members about the next…
Kofi Annan Awaits Advisory Opinion from the Security Council - 2002-05-01
Kofi Annan is seeking the Security Council's advisory opinion before deciding on the cancellation of a fact-finding mission to Jenin. The mission's cancellation is due…