August 2002
UN Envoy Urges Israel to Reduce Restrictions on Palestinians
The UN envoy has called on Israel to ease restrictions on Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, highlighting the severe economic impact of military…
Arrest of Two Palestinian Extremists - 2002-08-28
Israeli forces arrested two leaders of a Palestinian militant group in Ramallah, coinciding with the anniversary of a previous assassination. The Palestinian Authority's Minister of…
Palestinian Journalists' Syndicate Bans Photography of Armed Children
The Palestinian Journalists' Syndicate has banned the photography of armed Palestinian children, citing concerns over children's rights and negative portrayals of Palestinians. This decision has…
President Bush Meets with Saudi Ambassador Today - 2002-08-27
President Bush is meeting with the Saudi Ambassador to discuss key regional issues including terrorism and Iraq. The meeting highlights tensions between Saudi Arabia and…
US Asks Israelis and Palestinians to Renew Commitment to Israel's Withdrawal
The US is urging both Israelis and Palestinians to reaffirm their commitment to a withdrawal plan. Israeli troops have recently withdrawn from Bethlehem, but progress…
Palestinian University Professor Goes to Lebanon After Deportation from the U.S.
Mazen Al-Najjar, a Palestinian university professor accused of terrorist ties, was deported from the U.S. and has moved to Lebanon. He plans to settle in…
Brother of Senior Palestinian Militant Killed
On the first day of a security agreement between Israel and the Palestinians, Mohammad Saadat, brother of senior militant Ahmad Saadat, was killed by Israeli…
The Body of Abu Nidal Found in Baghdad - 2002-08-19
The body of Abu Nidal, a notorious terrorist, was discovered in Baghdad, reportedly from a gunshot wound and suspected suicide. He was a key figure…
Israel Withdraws from Two Palestinian Areas - 2002-08-19
Israel plans to withdraw its troops from Bethlehem and parts of Gaza after a security agreement with the Palestinian Authority, which has taken on the…
Israeli Forces Shot Dead Armed Palestinian Man
Israeli forces killed an armed Palestinian man who shot at an Israeli surveying team in Gaza. This follows a series of violent incidents involving Palestinians…
King Abdullah's Views on Peace - 2002-08-01
President Bush and King Abdullah of Jordan are discussing Middle East peace plans at the White House. King Abdullah is expected to request U.S. commitment…