May 2002
Iran and Russia Talks - 2002-05-30
Iranian and Russian diplomats initiated talks in Moscow focusing on security issues and non-proliferation. The discussions follow U.S. concerns about Russian nuclear support for Iran,…
US Congressional Delegation's Efforts to Travel to North Korea - 2002-05-29
A US Congressional delegation visiting China has been trying for three months to obtain a visa to travel to North Korea but has been unsuccessful.…
Deadlock in American Delegation's Trip to North Korea - 2002-05-29
A U.S. congressional delegation visiting China is trying to reach North Korea but faces visa issues. The members aim to convey a message of friendship…
Request for the Delivery of Refugees from South Korea - 2002-05-28
China has requested the South Korean consulate in Beijing to return three North Korean asylum seekers. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of North Korean…
Three North Korean Nationals Seek Asylum at South Korean Consulate in Beijing
Three North Korean individuals have fled to the South Korean consulate in Beijing seeking political asylum, marking a significant event as it is the first…
Negotiations on Russia's Nuclear Assistance to Iran - 2002-05-24
President Bush and Vladimir Putin discussed Russia's nuclear assistance to Iran, emphasizing the need to prevent hardline clerics from accessing weapons of mass destruction. While…
North Korean Refugees in South Korea - 2002-05-23
Five North Korean refugees have arrived in South Korea after being forcibly removed from the Japanese consulate in China, leading to a diplomatic dispute between…
Protests Against President Bush's Visit in Germany - 2002-05-23
Protests erupted in Berlin during President Bush's visit, resulting in clashes that led to 58 arrests and 44 injuries among police. Thousands marched against the…
North Korean Refugees Leave Chinese Territory
Five North Korean refugees have left China after being arrested at a Japanese consulate, highlighting a diplomatic standoff between Beijing and Tokyo. Japan accused China…
Rumsfeld Warns of Terrorists' Access to Biological Weapons - 2002-05-21
Donald Rumsfeld warns that terrorists will eventually acquire biological and chemical weapons, linking this threat to countries like Iran and Iraq that are developing weapons…
China Interrogates Korean-American Missionary
The Chinese government is interrogating Joseph Choi, a Korean-American missionary, for allegedly helping North Korean refugees escape. This incident follows the controversial extraction of five…
Two North Korean Refugees Arrive in Singapore
Two North Korean refugees have arrived in Singapore after applying for asylum at the Canadian embassy in Beijing. They are expected to travel to South…
Two North Korean Refugees Arrive in Singapore - 2002-05-16
Two North Korean refugees have arrived in Singapore after seeking asylum at the Canadian embassy in Beijing. They are expected to continue their journey to…
North Korean Leader Seeks Visit to South Korea - 2002-05-15
North Korean leader Kim Jong Il has expressed a desire to visit South Korea and meet with President Kim Dae-jung. This follows a previous meeting…
Unauthorized Entry of Chinese Police into Japanese Consulate
Chinese police unlawfully entered the Japanese consulate in Shenyang and removed five North Korean refugees without consent from Japanese officials. Japan's Foreign Minister condemned this…
North Korean Refugees Arrive in Seoul, South Korea Today - 2002-05-14
Three North Korean refugees who sought asylum at a U.S. consulate in China have successfully arrived in South Korea. Meanwhile, two other refugees are at…
Japan's Official Protest to China - 2002-05-13
Japan has officially protested to China over the unauthorized entry of Chinese police into its consulate and the removal of five North Korean asylum seekers.…
Discussions on the Fate of Three North Korean Nationals
Three North Korean nationals have sought refuge in a U.S. consulate in China, prompting ongoing negotiations between U.S. and Chinese officials. The situation highlights the…
The U.S. Confirms Contact with Iranian Representatives - 2002-05-10
The U.S. confirmed a rare contact with Iranian officials regarding peace talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia, mediated by Washington. This meeting highlights Iran's interest in…
Political Asylum Seekers Detained in China - 2002-05-09
Seven individuals suspected to be North Korean asylum seekers were detained in Shenyang, China, while attempting to seek refuge at foreign consulates. The incident has…
Iran-U.S. Talks Denied
An Iranian parliament member claims secret talks with the U.S. occurred, but both Iran and the U.S. deny this. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and…
Several Unknown Individuals Attempted to Enter Japanese and U.S. Consulates in China - 2002-05-08
Several individuals attempted to seek asylum at the Japanese and U.S. consulates in Shenyang, China, with two reaching the U.S. consulate and five North Koreans…
North Korea Refuses to Continue Negotiations with South Korea - 2002-05-06
North Korea has pulled out of negotiations with South Korea, blaming the South's Foreign Minister for provocative comments made during a visit to Washington. This…
Aid to the Neediest Individuals in North Korea at Risk of Suspension - 2002-05-06
The World Food Programme is set to suspend food aid to over one million people in North Korea due to a funding shortfall. This will…
North Koreans at Risk of Hunger - 2002-05-01
The UN warns that it may stop food distribution to over one million malnourished North Koreans due to insufficient international aid. Less than 10% of…