November 2002
Djibouti as a Hub for the Transfer of U.S. Soldiers and Military Equipment to Kuwait - 2002-11-26
Djibouti is being utilized as a logistical hub for the transfer of U.S. military personnel and equipment to Kuwait in anticipation of a possible conflict…
Kuwaiti Police Officer Shoots Two American Soldiers - 2002-11-21
A Kuwaiti police officer shot two American soldiers, injuring them seriously before fleeing to Saudi Arabia. The soldiers are in stable condition and expected to…
Arrests of Terrorism Suspects in Saudi Arabia - 2002-11-20
Saudi Arabia has detained over 100 citizens suspected of ties to terrorist organizations, as stated by Interior Minister Prince Nayef. The arrests come in the…
Explosion Near U.S. Military Base in Japan - 2002-11-19
Two explosions occurred near a U.S. military base in Japan, prompting police investigations. Local residents reported the blasts, and a homemade mortar launcher was found…
NATO Leaders Summit - 2002-11-16
During the NATO leaders summit in Prague, discussions will focus on Iraq and the future of NATO. President Bush seeks support from NATO allies regarding…
U.S. and British Aircraft Attack Iraqi Air Defense - 2002-11-16
U.S. and British aircraft attacked an Iraqi air defense position after being fired upon in a no-fly zone. This incident marks the first confrontation since…
Proposal for the Trial of Zacarias Moussaoui in Military Court - 2002-11-10
The Bush administration is considering trying Zacarias Moussaoui, the only person charged in the U.S. for the September 11 attacks, in a military court instead…
If there is an attack on Iraq, the duration of bombing will be shorter than in 1991 - 2002-11-10
President Bush is considering a military attack on Iraq, which would start with airstrikes and be shorter than the 1991 Gulf War bombing. The operation…
Success in Anti-Missile Technology - 2002-11-09
The U.S. military successfully tested a high-energy laser to destroy a projectile in New Mexico. This marks a significant advancement in laser technology, previously used…
U.S. Forces Ready for Necessary Action Against Iraq - 2002-11-08
The U.S. Department of Defense announced that American forces are ready to act against Iraq if President Bush deems military action necessary. Victoria Clarke confirmed…
U.S. Department of Defense Establishes Special Military Command for the Horn of Africa - 2002-11-05
The U.S. is setting up a special military command in the Horn of Africa to combat terrorism in Yemen and Somalia. A 400-member task force…
The U.S. Department of Defense Strengthens Military Presence in the Horn of Africa
The U.S. is increasing its military presence in the Horn of Africa to combat terrorism and arms trafficking. A new contingent of 400 Marines will…