August 2002
Interview with Dr. Abdolkarim Lahiji - 2002-08-31
Dr. Abdolkarim Lahiji discusses efforts to engage international bar associations in protesting the detention of Iranian lawyers by the government. This highlights ongoing human rights…
Muhammad Nawaz Sharif Withdraws Candidacy for October Elections in Pakistan - 2002-08-31
Muhammad Nawaz Sharif has withdrawn his candidacy for the October elections in Pakistan, citing protests against unethical and unconstitutional actions. He supports Benazir Bhutto's candidacy…
Iran's Reaction to the U.S. Decision Not to Send Wrestling Team
Iran condemned the U.S. decision not to send its wrestling team to the World Championships in Tehran, citing security concerns. Iranian officials rejected the notion…
Largest Annual Gathering of Muslims in America - 2002-08-31
The largest annual gathering of Muslims in America commenced in Washington, focusing on prayers for September 11 victims and promoting peace. Over 30,000 participants are…
Under the Microscope: Delivery of Israeli Military Equipment to Iran - 2002-08-30
The article discusses the controversial delivery of Israeli military equipment to Iran and the reactions following a press conference held by Hojjatoleslam Khatami. This situation…
Interview with Mohsen Sazgara - 2002-08-29
In this interview, Mohsen Sazgara discusses Hojjatoleslam Khatami's remarks on the Iranian constitution and the country's relationship with the United States. The conversation highlights the…
Under the Microscope: Coordination and Mobilization of the Islamic Republic for Negotiation with America - 2002-08-28
The article discusses the Islamic Republic's internal coordination and mobilization efforts regarding negotiations with the United States. It highlights the judiciary and various governmental bodies…
EU Relief Fund Established to Assist Flood Victims - 2002-08-28
The European Commission has launched a relief fund of at least $500 million to support EU member states and candidates affected by recent floods. This…
Mohammad Khatami Calls for More Powers for the President
Mohammad Khatami, the reformist President of Iran, is seeking to enhance presidential powers through a new bill amidst internal opposition. He acknowledges the failure to…
Federal Court Ruling Against Secret Interrogations - 2002-08-27
A U.S. federal court ruled that the Bush administration's secret interrogations for deporting foreigners were illegal, emphasizing the importance of transparency in democracy. The ruling…
Iran Rejects Iraqi Government's Claims
Iran has denied accusations from the Iraqi government linking it to the militant group Junud al-Islam, which Uday Hussein claims is fighting alongside Kurdish factions.…
General Franks Meets Islam Karimov - 2002-08-24
General Tommy Franks met with Uzbekistan's President Islam Karimov to discuss security and Afghanistan, anticipating an expansion of U.S.-Uzbek relations. This meeting underscores Uzbekistan's role…
Removing Nuclear Materials from Terrorists' Reach - 2002-08-24
American officials announced efforts to secure uranium from research reactors in 16 countries to prevent it from falling into the hands of terrorists. A recent…
Murder of a Police Officer in Algeria - 2002-08-23
A police officer was killed in a surprise attack by armed assailants in eastern Algeria. The Algerian army has reportedly killed at least 11 Islamic…
Transfer of a Weapons-Grade Uranium Stockpile from Yugoslavia to Russia - 2002-08-23
A stockpile of weapons-grade uranium was transferred from Yugoslavia to a secure location in Russia with the collaboration of U.S. and Russian officials. The operation…
Benazir Bhutto Banned from Participating in Elections - 2002-08-22
Benazir Bhutto has been barred from the upcoming parliamentary elections due to a recent corruption conviction. This decision follows General Pervez Musharraf's unilateral constitutional amendments,…
Under the Microscope: Recent Statement by Iran's Minister of Defense to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps - 2002-08-22
Iran's Minister of Defense made a recent statement to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, coinciding with a visit from a Lebanese parliamentary group. This highlights…
Arrest of Five Suspects in Kosovo - 2002-08-22
Five Algerians were arrested in Kosovo by NATO-led peacekeeping forces on suspicion of threatening local security. They were reportedly filming military installations, although this has…
The U.S. Condemns Nigeria's Islamic Court Ruling
The U.S. has condemned an Islamic court ruling in Nigeria that sentenced Amina Lawal to stoning for adultery. The ruling has drawn international criticism, with…
Stoning Sentences Under Islamic Law Are Against Women
A Nigerian Islamic court has sentenced Amina Lawal to stoning for having a child out of wedlock, prompting criticism from women's rights advocates and international…
Islamist Kidnapping in the Philippines - 2002-08-21
Islamist rebels in the Philippines have kidnapped at least 8 Filipino citizens on Jolo island, marking the first such incident since American special forces departed…
9 Muslim Separatists Killed in Kashmir - 2002-08-20
At least 9 Muslim separatists were killed in a clash with Indian army forces in Kashmir, which India claims was due to an attempted infiltration…
Israeli Bus Company Sues Arafat - 2002-08-19
The Israeli bus company Egged is suing Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat for damages resulting from attacks on its buses during the Intifada. The company claims…
7 Muslim Militants Killed in Kashmir - 2002-08-18
Seven Muslim militants were killed by Indian forces while attempting to cross from Pakistani-administered Kashmir into Indian-administered Kashmir. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between India…
Internal Conflicts Among Palestinians - 2002-08-17
Internal divisions among Palestinian factions are highlighted, with Hamas being blamed for obstructing a unified stance against attacks on Israel. Nabil Shaath emphasizes the group's…
Families of Palestinian Militants are Also Responsible - 2002-08-17
Israeli forces have demolished the homes of families of two Palestinian militants involved in terrorist attacks. This action is part of Israel's strategy to deter…
River Flooding in Europe Adds to Flood Damage - 2002-08-16
Central European rivers have flooded, causing extensive damage and displacing tens of thousands, particularly in Dresden, Germany. The flooding has resulted in around 90 fatalities…
Unity of Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif - 2002-08-16
Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif have united their opposition parties in Pakistan to challenge President Musharraf's supporters in the upcoming elections. Bhutto is also contesting…
Twenty-Six People Killed in Algeria - 2002-08-16
Twenty-six individuals were killed in a violent attack by Islamic militants in a remote village in Algeria's Chlef province. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict…
NATO Operation in Search of War Criminal - 2002-08-16
NATO-led forces completed a successful two-day operation in Bosnia aimed at dismantling the support network for war criminal Radovan Karadžić. This operation involved reconnaissance and…
26 People Killed in Western Algeria - 2002-08-16
In a violent attack in western Algeria, 26 individuals were killed by militants in a remote village. The attack is linked to ongoing conflicts with…
Two-Day Operation in Southern Bosnia Concludes - 2002-08-16
NATO-led peacekeeping forces completed a successful two-day operation in southern Bosnia aimed at dismantling the support network for war criminal Radovan Karadžić. This operation involved…
Elbe Flooding and Increased Flood Risk - 2002-08-15
Severe flooding from the Czech Republic is impacting Germany and Slovakia, with the Elbe River overflowing in Dresden and the Danube threatening Bratislava. The situation…
Indian Prime Minister Accuses Pakistan of Supporting Terrorism - 2002-08-15
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee accused Pakistan of supporting terrorism while expressing willingness to talk if conditions allow. This accusation comes amid heightened security…
Floods Continue to Threaten Central Europe - 2002-08-15
Central Europe is facing severe flooding, leading to mass evacuations, particularly in Dresden and Bratislava. Military efforts are underway to assist in evacuations and protect…
Important Speech by Pervez Musharraf - 2002-08-14
President Pervez Musharraf condemned Islamist extremism and pledged to enhance security in Pakistan while asserting that recent terrorist attacks are not representative of true Islam.…
An Eye for an Eye: A Man's Eyes Were Gouged Out in Tehran
Seyyed Taghi Tabatabai was sentenced to have his eyes gouged out by an Islamic court in Tehran as a form of punishment. The execution was…
Rocket Fire Towards a U.S. Base in Afghanistan - 2002-08-13
Three rockets were fired at a U.S. military base in Khost, Afghanistan, with no reported casualties. U.S. aircraft responded by flying over the area but…
Floods in Northern Iran Claim at Least 14 Lives
Severe flooding in northern Iran has resulted in at least 14 fatalities, primarily in Golestan province, with expectations that the death toll may rise. The…
Efforts to Establish Peace in Sudan - 2002-08-12
Peace talks are underway in Kenya to end a nineteen-year civil war in Sudan, involving the Islamic government and the Sudan People's Liberation Army. A…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Ansar al-Islam, an Iraqi Fundamentalist Group - 2002-08-11
A Swiss German-language publication has reported on Ansar al-Islam, an Iraqi fundamentalist insurgent group. This highlights the ongoing insurgency in Iraq and the rise of…
Second Round of Negotiations to End the Sudanese Civil War Resumes
Negotiations to end the long-standing civil war in Sudan are resuming in Kenya, focusing on power sharing and wealth distribution. The talks involve the Sudanese…
Attack on Hospital in Pakistan was the Work of Extremist Muslims - 2002-08-10
A deadly grenade attack on a Christian missionary hospital in Pakistan was attributed to anti-Western Islamist extremists. The attack resulted in the deaths of three…
Under the Microscope: Claims of an American Newspaper and the Justifications of the Islamic Republic for Repression - 2002-08-09
The article discusses the refusal of the Iranian regime to permit Mr. Hakim, an Iraqi political leader, to travel to Washington for discussions on Saddam's…
Murder of Hindu Family Members in Kashmir - 2002-08-09
Suspected Islamic militants killed four members of a Hindu family, including two young children, in Kashmir. This incident follows a recent attack where nine Hindu…
Grenade Attack on a Christian Missionary Hospital in Pakistan - 2002-08-09
A grenade was thrown at a Christian missionary hospital in Islamabad, killing 3 nurses and injuring 23. The attack occurred after a church service and…
Possible Action by the Islamic Revolutionary Court Against IRNA - 2002-08-08
The Islamic Revolutionary Court may take legal action against IRNA for publishing a statement from the dissolved Freedom Movement of Iran, which challenged a court…
Nine Killed in Attack on Hindu Pilgrims
An attack by suspected Islamist militants on Hindu pilgrims in Kashmir resulted in nine deaths and numerous injuries. Indian officials blame Pakistan for the attack,…
Gathering of Iranians in Washington to Commemorate the Constitutional Revolution Anniversary - 2002-08-06
A gathering of Iranians took place in Washington to honor the anniversary of the Constitutional Revolution. The event highlights the ongoing connection and activism of…
Indonesian Police Disperse Constitutional Reform Supporters
Indonesian police dispersed thousands of demonstrators advocating for constitutional reform outside the parliament, using water cannons after some protesters became violent. The mainly student protesters…
Mohammad Khordadian: I Will Stay in Iran Forever!
Mohammad Khordadian, an Iranian dancer sentenced to ten years of forced residence in Iran for dancing abroad, has declared his intention to stay in Iran…
Under the Microscope: Letter from 151 Members of the Islamic Parliament - 2002-08-05
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discussed a letter from 151 members of the Islamic Parliament warning against the repression of reformists by extremists and the upcoming…
Federal Judge's Ruling on Al-Qaeda Detainees - 2002-08-04
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. government to reveal the names of approximately one thousand detainees linked to the September 11 attacks, most of…
The U.S. Government Must Disclose the Names of the Detainees - 2002-08-03
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. government to disclose the names of individuals detained in connection with the September 11 attacks, emphasizing the importance…
Demonstrations in Indonesia - 2002-08-03
Approximately 2000 demonstrators in Indonesia called for the implementation of Sharia law during a peaceful march in Jakarta. This occurred as parliament was considering amendments…
Under the Microscope: Europe's Position on Relations with Iran is the Same as America's - 2002-08-01
The article discusses the implications of recent talks between EU representative Solana and Iranian officials, suggesting that these meetings may undermine U.S. efforts to isolate…