October 2002
Security for Afghanistan - 2002-10-31
The UN envoy to Afghanistan highlights ongoing security and human rights challenges in the country while calling for international support. Despite these issues, he notes…
Arrest of Two Yugoslav Citizens in Croatia in Connection with Ship Seizure - 2002-10-30
Two Yugoslav citizens were arrested in Croatia for their involvement in the seizure of a ship suspected of smuggling military equipment to Iraq, violating UN…
December is the Month of Presidential Elections in Kenya - 2002-10-30
Kenya is set to hold presidential elections on December 27, 2002, marking the end of Daniel arap Moi's 24-year presidency. Uhuru Kenyatta is the ruling…
Khalilzad Hopes the U.S. Will Not Find Military Force Necessary in Iraq - 2002-10-29
Zalmay Khalilzad, the U.S. envoy to Afghanistan, expressed hope that the U.S. will avoid military action in Iraq, warning that such a conflict could escalate…
Ivorian Government Representatives Have Gone to Togo's Capital for Peace Negotiations - 2002-10-29
Ivorian government representatives have traveled to Togo for peace talks following a month-long rebellion. Rebel representatives arrived earlier, and the talks will be the first…
West African Mediators Prepare for Peace Talks Between Ivory Coast Government and Rebels - 2002-10-27
West African mediators are set to facilitate peace talks between the Ivory Coast government and rebels after a recent ceasefire. The President of Togo has…
Press Conference of Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi in Paris - 2002-10-27
Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi criticized former President Khatami for failing to take advantage of reform opportunities. He also pointed out that many reformists contributed to societal…
Meeting of West African Military Leaders in Abidjan - 2002-10-25
West African military leaders convened in Abidjan to discuss the establishment of a regional military force to monitor a ceasefire in Ivory Coast. They are…
Death of American Senator in Plane Crash - 2002-10-25
Democratic Senator Paul Wellstone of Minnesota died in a plane crash along with his wife, daughter, and five others. This incident occurred just two weeks…
Next Chapter
Next Chapter is a youth-oriented program that aims to engage young Iranians. It airs weekly and invites audience interaction through feedback. This initiative highlights the…
Attack on Iraqi Air Defense - 2002-10-22
Coalition warplanes from the U.S. and Britain attacked Iraqi air defense positions in northern Baghdad, using precision-guided munitions. The attack was described as defensive by…
Ivory Coast Officials Accuse Rebels of Violating Ceasefire - 2002-10-22
Ivory Coast officials have accused rebels of violating a ceasefire, yet the ceasefire seems to be holding. Some rebels in Bouaké reject the ceasefire and…
Presidential Elections in Ecuador - 2002-10-20
Ecuador is holding its presidential elections, with 11 candidates competing closely. Former President Rodrigo Borja leads in polls, but no candidate is expected to win…
U.S. Coast Guard Searching for Four Missing Pilots
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for four Navy pilots missing after a collision between two FA-18 Super Hornet jets during training exercises over the…
Rebel Soldiers in Ivory Coast Sign Ceasefire Agreement - 2002-10-18
Rebel soldiers in Ivory Coast have signed a ceasefire agreement to end a month-long uprising, effective immediately. The agreement was reached during negotiations with West…
A Coalition Forces Base in Afghanistan Attacked by Rockets - 2002-10-16
A coalition forces base in Afghanistan was attacked by six rockets, but there were no casualties. U.S. military spokesperson Colonel Roger King reported that three…
Ivory Coast Forces Regain Control of Daloa City
Ivory Coast government forces have regained control of Daloa city from rebels after heavy fighting. The conflict, which began with a rebellion against army downsizing,…
Opinions of Dr. Nemat Ahmadi and Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi on the Penal Law Against Violators of Public Freedoms - 2002-10-13
Iranian parliamentary representatives are working to eliminate the supervisory oversight of the Guardian Council through legal reforms, specifically targeting Article 570 of the Islamic Penal…
Another Mediation Effort Begins to End Three-Week Rebellion in Ivory Coast - 2002-10-11
West African countries are starting another mediation effort to resolve a three-week rebellion in Ivory Coast. The Senegalese foreign minister is set to meet with…
Ten Percent of Pakistan's Parliamentary Seats Allocated to Islamist Coalition - 2002-10-11
Initial election results in Pakistan show no party has a majority, with the ruling party winning 49 seats and the Islamist coalition 32 seats. The…
West African Envoy Contacts Ivorian Rebels
A West African envoy is meeting with Ivorian rebels to negotiate a ceasefire amid ongoing civil unrest. The rebels, who have been fighting for a…
Under the Microscope: Analysis of the U.S. President's Speech - 2002-10-08
The article discusses an analysis of a speech made by the U.S. President in Cincinnati, focusing on Saddam Hussein and Iraq. Mr. Nourizadeh shares insights…
Voters in Bosnia-Herzegovina Await Election Results
Voters in Bosnia-Herzegovina are awaiting the results of elections that could indicate the country's recovery from the 1990s civil war. Approximately 55% of eligible voters…
Ivory Coast Government Forces Exchange Fire with Rebel Soldiers - 2002-10-06
Ivory Coast government forces are engaged in armed conflict with rebel soldiers in Bouaké, which has been under rebel control for over two weeks. The…
Elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina - 2002-10-05
Voting has commenced for parliamentary elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina, seen as a critical test for proposed constitutional reforms aimed at unifying the divided nation.…
Rebels in Ivory Coast Agree to Ceasefire - 2002-10-04
Rebels in Ivory Coast have agreed to a ceasefire aimed at ending a 15-day uprising that has taken control of northern regions. The agreement was…
Coalition Forces Warn Saddam Hussein's Troops by Dropping Thousands of Leaflets - 2002-10-04
Coalition forces dropped 120,000 leaflets over southern Iraq warning Saddam Hussein's troops not to engage U.S. and British aircraft. Iraqi forces reportedly fired at the…
Ban on a Successful South Korean Film
A South Korean film about an elderly couple's love has been banned in South Korea due to a lengthy lovemaking scene. Despite international acclaim, the…