June 2002
Explosion in Iraqi Kurdistan - 2002-06-30
An explosion in a restaurant in Erbil, Iraqi Kurdistan, injured twenty people, with two in critical condition. The incident is being investigated, with police questioning…
Explosion in Northern Iraq Injures 20 People
An explosion in a Kurdish-controlled area of northern Iraq injured 20 people, with two in critical condition. The incident is linked to the Islamist group…
World Cup: A Look at Some Final Statistics - 2002-06-30
The 2002 World Cup concluded with Brazil defeating Germany 2-0 in the final. Brazilian Ronaldo was the top scorer, and Oliver Kahn won the Lev…
FBI Director Thanks American Muslim Group - 2002-06-29
FBI Director Robert Mueller expressed gratitude to an American Muslim group for their support in counter-terrorism efforts, particularly in providing translators. Despite controversy surrounding his…
159 Goals in the 2002 World Cup - 2002-06-29
Turkey defeated South Korea 3-2 in the third place match of the 2002 World Cup. Brazil and Germany are set to compete in the final.…
A Look at the Final Match - 2002-06-29
Brazil and Germany are set to face off in the World Cup final on June 30, 2002, marking their first meeting in World Cup history.…
India Willing to Negotiate with Pakistan
India's army has killed five militants attempting to enter Kashmir from Pakistan, while Prime Minister Vajpayee has expressed a willingness to negotiate with Pakistan on…
India Will Not Withdraw from Pakistan Borders Until October
India has announced it will not withdraw its troops from the Pakistan border before the upcoming elections in Kashmir due to security concerns following recent…
Hundreds of Thousands of Indian Soldiers Will Remain at the Border with Pakistan Until Next Fall - 2002-06-27
India will keep hundreds of thousands of soldiers at the Pakistan border until at least October due to fears of election-related violence from Islamist militants.…
Clash with Al-Qaeda Fighters - 2002-06-27
A clash in a lawless border region between Pakistani soldiers and suspected Al-Qaeda militants resulted in the deaths of two militants and ten soldiers. This…
Some Statistics and Figures of the Matches Until the End of Wednesday, June 26 - 2002-06-26
The semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup saw Brazil defeat Turkey 1-0, advancing to the finals against Germany. Brazil is the highest-scoring team in…
Prevention of Anti-American Goods Demonstration in Jordan - 2002-06-26
Jordanian authorities blocked a planned demonstration by Islamic opposition groups aimed at promoting a boycott of American goods in response to U.S. support for Israel.…
Russia Rejects Proposal for New Peace Talks with Chechen Rebels - 2002-06-26
Russia has rejected a proposal for peace talks with Chechen rebels, citing links to terrorism. Aslan Maskhadov, the separatist leader, has reached out to G7…
Some Statistics and Figures from the Matches Until the End of Tuesday, June 25, 2002
The semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup commenced with Germany defeating South Korea 1-0 to reach the finals. Brazil is the highest-scoring team with…
Increase in Marriage Age in Iran - 2002-06-24
Iran has raised the minimum marriage age to 13 for girls and 15 for boys, up from 9 and 14 respectively. The bill was initially…
Under the Microscope: Division and Turmoil in Iran's Judiciary - 2002-06-24
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses various political issues in Iran, including the recent violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, contradictions in Rafsanjani's statements about the U.S.,…
Pope Calls for Peace in the Middle East - 2002-06-24
Pope John Paul II has called for peace in the Middle East, urging followers of all faiths to reject hatred and violence. This appeal follows…
Statistics and Figures of Matches Until the End of Saturday, June 22 - 2002-06-23
The quarter-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup ended with South Korea and Turkey advancing to the semi-finals. Brazil remains the highest-scoring team, while Ronaldo…
Some Statistics and Figures of the Matches Until the End of Friday, June 21, 2002
The article provides statistics from the 2002 FIFA World Cup up to June 21, highlighting Brazil's scoring prowess and Germany's disciplinary record. Key players such…
American Woman Disappears in Karachi, Pakistan - 2002-06-20
An American woman has gone missing in Karachi, Pakistan, amidst recent violence against U.S. interests. Her disappearance follows a series of attacks, including a bombing…
Two Arrested in Connection with Bombing Outside US Consulate in Karachi
Two men have been arrested in Pakistan for their involvement in a bombing outside the US consulate in Karachi that killed 12 people. The suspects…
Slovenia at a Glance - 2002-06-17
The article provides a brief overview of Slovenia's performance in football matches on June 17, 2002, highlighting their losses to Paraguay and South Africa and…
Islamic Extremists Fire at U.S. Military Advisors in Southern Philippines - 2002-06-17
Islamic extremists fired at U.S. military advisors in the Philippines, marking the first such incident. Twelve hundred American soldiers are in the Philippines to train…
Five Hindu Villagers Killed
Five Hindu villagers were killed by Islamic militants in Kashmir, with three others injured. This incident occurs amidst ongoing military tensions between India and Pakistan…
Spread of AIDS in Kerman Province - 2002-06-16
The spread of AIDS in Kerman Province has been reported, with 186 confirmed cases and an estimated 4,000 to 5,000 infections. Most affected individuals are…
Some Statistics and Figures of the Matches Until Tuesday, June 18 - 2002-06-15
The second round of the 2002 World Cup has concluded with Brazil leading in goals scored. Miroslav Klose and Ronaldo are the top scorers, while…
Under the Microscope: The Impact of the Loya Jirga on Regional Security - 2002-06-14
Ali Reza Nourizadeh analyzes the Loya Jirga's role in enhancing regional security and fostering unity among Afghan factions. He asserts that positive intentions in Afghanistan…
Under the Microscope: Khatami's Letter to the Conference of Religions - 2002-06-14
The article discusses Khatami's letter to a religious conference and highlights significant political events, including the Belgian Foreign Minister's visit to Iran, the rise in…
Statistics of World Cup Matches from 2002 to Today, June 17 - 2002-06-14
The article reports on the statistics of the World Cup matches as of June 17, 2002, highlighting Germany's strong performance with the most goals and…
11 Civilians Including Several Children Killed Near Algiers
An armed group in Algeria killed 11 civilians, including children, in a recent attack attributed to Islamic extremists. This incident highlights the ongoing violence stemming…
Human Rights Watch Criticizes Veto of Torture Prohibition Bill
Human Rights Watch has criticized the Iranian Guardian Council for vetoing a bill that would prohibit the use of torture during interrogations. This veto contradicts…
Paraguay Shines Against Slovenia - 2002-06-12
Paraguay overcame a one-player disadvantage and a 1-0 deficit to defeat Slovenia 3-1, securing a spot in the second round of the 2002 World Cup.…
Gunfire Exchange Along the International Control Line in Kashmir Between India and Pakistan - 2002-06-12
Indian and Pakistani forces are engaged in ongoing gunfire exchanges along the Kashmir control line. At least 7 militants were killed in clashes between rebel…
Muslim Extremists Attack Bus in Algeria - 2002-06-12
Armed individuals believed to be Islamic militants attacked a bus in Medea, Algeria, resulting in 12 deaths and 9 injuries. The attack has not been…
Germany Advances to the Second Round - 2002-06-11
Germany's national football team secured their place in the second round of the 2002 World Cup by defeating Cameroon 2-0, despite playing with 10 men…
Reforms Begin in the Palestinian Authority - 2002-06-10
Yasser Arafat has initiated reforms in the Palestinian Authority, appointing a new Minister of Interior to address security issues amid international pressure. This cabinet change…
Portugal's Crushing Victory Over Poland - 2002-06-10
Portugal achieved a decisive 4-0 victory over Poland in their World Cup match, recovering from a previous loss to the USA. Pauleta was the standout…
South Africa's Victory Over Slovenia - 2002-06-08
South Africa defeated Slovenia 1-0 in the 2002 World Cup, securing their position in the tournament. This loss eliminated Slovenia from advancing to the next…
Israeli Forces Re-enter Jenin - 2002-06-07
Israeli forces re-entered Jenin after a recent suicide attack that killed 17 people. The attack was claimed by Islamic Jihad, but Israel blames Palestinian leader…
Attack on Yasser Arafat's Offices - 2002-06-06
Israeli forces attacked Yasser Arafat's offices in Ramallah, resulting in one Palestinian death and several injuries. This attack was in retaliation for a suicide bombing…
Russia's Victory Over Tunisia - 2002-06-05
Russia's national football team won 2-0 against Tunisia in a match that showcased their technical superiority. Valery Karpin scored one goal and converted a penalty,…
Germany Draws Against Ireland - 2002-06-05
Germany and Ireland played to a 1-1 draw in the 2002 World Cup. Miroslav Klose scored for Germany, but Robbie Keane equalized in stoppage time.…
16 Killed in Suicide Attack - 2002-06-05
A Palestinian suicide bomber killed 16 people in a bus attack in northern Israel. The Islamic Jihad claimed responsibility, while Israeli and U.S. leaders condemned…
Under the Microscope: Explosion in Northern Israel and the Prospects for Peace in the Middle East - 2002-06-05
An explosion in northern Israel is believed to have been aimed at derailing CIA Director George Tenet's peace mission. Alireza Noorizadeh highlights the Islamic Republic's…
Testimony of Hugo Chavez in the Venezuelan Legislative Congress - 2002-06-02
Hugo Chavez testified that the leaders of the April coup aimed to assassinate him while he was detained for three days. He denied responsibility for…
South Africa Draws with Paraguay - 2002-06-02
In a World Cup match, South Africa drew 2-2 with Paraguay after a last-minute penalty. Quinton Fortune's goal kept South Africa's hopes alive for advancing…
Germany's 8-0 Victory Over Saudi Arabia - 2002-06-01
Germany's national football team achieved a historic 8-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in a World Cup match, with Miroslav Klose scoring three goals. This match…
Best Players of the Second Day - 2002-06-01
On the second day of the World Cup, Miroslav Klose, Jon Dahl Tomasson, and Matt Holland were named the best players of their respective matches.…
Increased Autonomy for Serbia and Montenegro - 2002-06-01
The Federal Parliament of Yugoslavia has approved a plan to grant greater autonomy to Serbia and Montenegro, which will now be referred to as the…
Yugoslav Parliament Approves National Reconstruction Plan - 2002-06-01
The Federal Parliament of Yugoslavia has approved a reconstruction plan that grants more autonomy to Serbia and Montenegro. This decision follows prior approvals from both…