May 2002
Voter Turnout in Algeria's Elections Was Low - 2002-05-31
Algeria's parliamentary elections saw a historic low voter turnout of 47.5%, with only 3% in the Kabylie region amid protests by the Berber minority. The…
Lack of Enthusiasm for Elections in Algeria - 2002-05-31
Algeria's parliamentary elections saw less than half of eligible voters participating, largely due to a boycott and a recent massacre. The low turnout, especially in…
Boycott and Violence Cast Shadow Over Algerian Elections - 2002-05-30
Algerians are voting today under the influence of a boycott and violence linked to Islamic fundamentalism. Major opposition parties and the Berber minority are protesting…
Musharraf Denies Transfer of Pakistani Troops to Indian Border - 2002-05-30
President Pervez Musharraf of Pakistan has denied transferring troops to the Indian border while acknowledging that the situation is under review. Meanwhile, tensions escalate as…
Denial of Transfer of Pakistani Forces - 2002-05-30
General Pervez Musharraf denies transferring Pakistani troops to the Indian border but indicates it is under consideration due to rising tensions. In Kashmir, two militants…
Algerian Parliamentary Elections Continue - 2002-05-30
Algerian parliamentary elections are ongoing amid opposition boycotts and violence, with a reported 30% voter turnout. The Berber minority is protesting against perceived discrimination, while…
Mohammad Khatami Urges Reformist Allies to Abandon Proposals for Improving Relations with the U.S.
Mohammad Khatami has asked his reformist allies in Iran's Parliament to stop suggesting improvements in relations with the U.S., citing offensive rhetoric from U.S. leaders.…
Al-Qaeda Expands Its Operations in Europe - 2002-05-29
German security officials have raised alarms about Al-Qaeda's expanding operations in Europe, particularly in recruiting militants for potential new terrorist attacks. This development is significant…
Israeli Forces Re-enter Bethlehem - 2002-05-26
Israeli forces have re-entered Bethlehem to search for militants, surrounding the home of a local Islamic Jihad leader. They recently withdrew from Tulkarm but remain…
Germany in a High-Scoring Match - 2002-05-26
Germany's national football team won a friendly match 10-0 against a Japanese club, boosting coach Rudi Voeller's optimism for the upcoming World Cup. Despite injuries…
Letter from the President of the Press Club in America to the Leader of the Islamic Republic - 2002-05-25
The President of the Press Club in America sent a letter to the Leader of the Islamic Republic on May 25, 2002. The article provides…
Pope's Efforts to Unite Christian Denominations
Pope John Paul II visited the Orthodox Monastery of St. John in Bulgaria to promote unity among Christian denominations. This visit highlights the Pope's commitment…
50 Members of Parliament in Serbia Lose Their Seats - 2002-05-25
The Serbian ruling coalition has dismissed 50 parliamentary members for absenteeism and obstructing reforms. This move primarily affects the party of President Vojislav Koštunica, who…
India's Disappointment with Pakistan's Inaction
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee expressed frustration over Pakistan's inaction regarding terrorism in Kashmir, noting past unfulfilled promises. This situation is significant as it…
Resumption of U.S. Economic Aid to Yugoslavia - 2002-05-22
The U.S. has decided to resume economic aid to Yugoslavia after the Belgrade government agreed to cooperate with the International Criminal Tribunal. This includes the…
New Operations in Eastern Afghanistan - 2002-05-21
U.S. special forces have initiated operations in eastern Afghanistan following the death of an American soldier at the hands of militants. The operations aim to…
Atal Bihari Vajpayee's Visit to Kashmir - 2002-05-21
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is visiting Kashmir amidst rising tensions with Pakistan following a deadly attack by separatists. This visit comes as both…
Interview with Engineer Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara on the Anniversary of Khatami's Election - 2002-05-21
The article features an interview with Engineer Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara reflecting on the first anniversary of Hojjatoleslam Khatami's election victory. This discussion highlights the political…
Crash of 2 Military Helicopters in Central Iran - 2002-05-20
Two military helicopters crashed in central Iran during a training exercise, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members. The incident occurred near Isfahan,…
Twelve Members of the Palestinian Authority Express Willingness to Resign - 2002-05-19
Twelve members of the Palestinian Authority cabinet are willing to resign to facilitate reforms. The Palestinian Legislative Council has mandated a new cabinet within 45…
Gunfire Exchange Between India and Pakistan at Kashmir Border - 2002-05-19
India and Pakistan are engaged in heavy artillery exchanges at the Kashmir border for the second day amid rising tensions. Pakistan's Foreign Minister emphasizes the…
Indian Parliament Criticizes Pakistan for Inciting Violence - 2002-05-18
The Indian Parliament has condemned Pakistan for inciting violence following a deadly attack by militants in Kashmir that killed 35 people. Tensions are escalating between…
Expulsion of Pakistani Ambassador from New Delhi - 2002-05-18
India expelled the Pakistani ambassador amid escalating tensions and heavy artillery exchanges at the Kashmir border, following a deadly bombing that killed 35 people. This…
Heydar Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan, in Tehran - 2002-05-18
Heydar Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan, visited Tehran to discuss cooperation and sign agreements after a long delay due to disputes over Caspian Sea resources.…
Body Believed to Be Daniel Pearl Found - 2002-05-18
A body believed to be that of Daniel Pearl, an American journalist kidnapped four months prior, has been found in Pakistan. The discovery was made…
Indian Parliament's Council Unanimously Condemns Militant Attack Against India - 2002-05-17
The Indian Parliament condemned a militant attack that killed 35 people and criticized Pakistan for inciting violence. A bomb explosion in Kashmir has also resulted…
Bush Condemns Deadly Attack in Kashmir - 2002-05-16
President Bush condemned a deadly attack in Kashmir that killed 34 people, including women and children, during a conversation with Indian Prime Minister Vajpayee. The…
Allegations of Computer Manipulation in the Trial of American Journalist's Murder - 2002-05-16
The trial of four Islamic militants accused of murdering American journalist Daniel Pearl is ongoing, with defense attorneys questioning FBI agents about evidence. Allegations have…
Planning for Reforms in the Palestinian Authority - 2002-05-16
Yasser Arafat has agreed to hold presidential and parliamentary elections in six months as part of a reform plan for the Palestinian Authority, following a…
A Wanted Terrorist Killed in Pakistan - 2002-05-15
A wanted terrorist, Riyaz Basra, was killed in a shootout with police and locals in eastern Pakistan while attempting to attack a Shia Muslim's home.…
Carter: U.S. Officials Did Not Provide Evidence That Cuba Exports Weapon Technology - 2002-05-14
Former President Jimmy Carter challenged U.S. government claims that Cuba exports weapon technology, stating that no evidence was provided. John Bolton had previously accused Cuba…
Muslim Extremists Attack Bus and Army Base in Kashmir, India - 2002-05-14
Muslim extremists attacked a bus and an army base in Kashmir, killing at least 34 people. The attackers, believed to be linked to the Jaish-e-Mohammed…
Labor Strikes in Germany Expand - 2002-05-13
Labor strikes in Germany are growing as the IG Metall union seeks higher wages, expanding to Berlin and Brandenburg. The union has rejected a management…
Completion of the Special United Nations Session on Children - 2002-05-11
The UN session on children concluded with discussions on the U.S. conservative stance on abortion and sexual education. Delegates from 180 countries and 400 children…
Islamist Militants Responsible for Thursday's Bombing in Dagestan - 2002-05-11
Islamist militants are blamed for a bombing in Dagestan that killed 41 and injured over 150 during a public celebration. Russian security forces have arrested…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Dr. Hossein Lajevardi Part Two - 2002-05-11
In this second part of an interview with Dr. Hossein Lajevardi, he asserts that the Islamic Republic of Iran is incapable of addressing the country's…
Uzbekistan's Role in Anti-Terrorism Efforts - 2002-05-10
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder commended Uzbekistan's contribution to anti-terrorism efforts during a press conference with President Islam Karimov. They discussed Uzbekistan's challenges regarding freedom of…
Under the Microscope: Regarding the Secret Contacts of the Islamic Republic with the United States - 2002-05-10
Dr. Nouri Zadeh discusses recent criticisms of the Supreme Leader's powers and the parliament's approval of a torture ban, alongside claims of secret communications between…
Clashes between Hindus and Muslims Result in Over 15 Deaths
Clashes between Hindus and Muslims in Ahmedabad have resulted in over 15 deaths, with violence escalating after a Muslim teacher was killed. The situation is…
Arrest Warrants Issued for 17 Individuals by a Court in Belgrade - 2002-05-09
A Belgrade court has issued arrest warrants for 17 war crime suspects who failed to surrender to authorities. This action is part of an ongoing…
German Chancellor's Visit to Central Asia - 2002-05-09
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder is visiting Uzbekistan to discuss security and stability in Central Asia, meeting with President Islam Karimov. He will also stop in…
Arrest of Approximately 300 Members of Islamic Militants in Pakistan - 2002-05-09
Approximately 300 members of Islamist militant groups were arrested in Pakistan following a suicide bombing in Karachi that killed 15 people. Investigators from the U.S.,…
Clashes Between Hindus and Muslims in India Result in 14 Casualties - 2002-05-08
Clashes between Hindu and Muslim communities in Ahmedabad, India, have resulted in at least 14 deaths. The violence has escalated, prompting calls for increased security…
Escalation of Violent Clashes Between Hindus and Muslims
Violent clashes between Hindus and Muslims in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, have resulted in at least 9 deaths, including a teacher burned alive. The situation escalated despite…
Continued Violent Clashes Between Hindus and Muslims in Gujarat - 2002-05-07
Violent clashes between Hindus and Muslims in Gujarat have resulted in two more deaths, including a young Muslim set on fire by a mob. The…
Martial Law Imposed in Parts of Gujarat, India
Martial law has been declared in parts of Gujarat, India, due to escalating violence between Hindus and Muslims, resulting in multiple deaths. The situation has…
Islamic Court Seizes Two Prominent Reformist Newspapers
An Islamic court in Iran has seized two reformist newspapers while sentencing journalist Siamak Pourzand to 8 years in prison. This marks a return to…
Postponement of Trial for 4 Islamic Militants Accused of Kidnapping and Murdering Daniel Pearl
The trial of four Islamic militants accused of kidnapping and murdering journalist Daniel Pearl has been postponed in Pakistan due to the absence of defense…
Trial of Former Yugoslav President's Assistant Begins
The trial of Nikola Sainovic, a former assistant to Slobodan Milosevic, begins today at the Hague, following his surrender. He faces charges of crimes against…
The Death Toll from Yesterday's Grenade Attack in the Philippines Reaches 7
A grenade attack during a religious festival in southern Philippines resulted in 7 deaths and 124 injuries. Four individuals have been arrested for making threatening…
Islamic Extremists Kill Thirty-One in Algeria - 2002-05-02
Islamic extremists in Algeria have killed thirty-one people in a recent attack in the Tiaret region. This incident marks the third attack in the area…
Two Former Associates of Milosevic Surrender to The Hague War Crimes Tribunal
Two former associates of Slobodan Milosevic have surrendered to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. Nikolai Shiyanovich faces charges related to the Kosovo…
Concentration of US Forces at the Pakistan-Afghanistan Border - 2002-05-01
US forces are being concentrated at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border to assist British troops in their search for Osama bin Laden's supporters. Clashes have also erupted…
Incitement Against Muslims in America - 2002-05-01
A report indicates that incidents of harassment and discrimination against Muslims in the U.S. have tripled in the past year, largely following the September 11…