December 2002
UN Inspectors Leave North Korea
Two UN inspectors are leaving North Korea after being expelled by the government, raising concerns about the lack of oversight on the country's nuclear activities.…
Russia Begins Natural Gas Delivery to Turkey - 2002-12-29
Russia has started delivering natural gas to Turkey via a 1,400-kilometer pipeline. The project is significant for both countries, with Turkey receiving its first shipment…
Russia Asks North Korea to Cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency
Russia has urged North Korea to collaborate with the IAEA amid concerns over its nuclear weapons program. This request highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding North…
Russia Expresses Regret Over U.S. Missile Defense System Deployment
Russia has expressed regret over the U.S. decision to deploy a missile defense system, fearing it may detract from the international fight against terrorism and…
Russia's Reaction to the U.S. Decision on Deploying Missile Defense System - 2002-12-18
Russia has expressed regret over the U.S. decision to deploy a missile defense system starting in 2004, warning it could lead to an arms race…
Russia's Strong Criticism of Iraq Over Cancellation of Major Oil Contract
Russia has criticized Iraq for canceling a significant oil contract with LUKoil, arguing it undermines their friendly relations. The Iraqi ambassador attempted to minimize the…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media December 13, 2002
The article discusses the influence of Ayatollah Khomeini's death fatwas on other Muslim nations, highlights Russia's proposal regarding the Caspian Sea resources, and mentions Germany's…
Russian and NATO Officials Hold Conference in Moscow - 2002-12-09
Russian and NATO officials convened in Moscow to discuss military cooperation against terrorism. NATO Secretary General George Robertson emphasized the need to overcome mutual distrust,…
Iraq Submits Reports for Analysis to the United Nations - 2002-12-08
Iraq has submitted extensive reports to the UN asserting it has no weapons of mass destruction, which are now under analysis. President Bush warns that…
Russia and India Cooperation - 2002-12-04
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited India to discuss cooperation on terrorism, defense, and the Iraq crisis with Indian officials. The two nations aim to enhance…