Prdakht Alktrvnyk Saman Kysh (TSE:سپ)
May 2002
Possibility of U.S. Military Intervention Against Filipino Terrorists - 2002-05-31
The U.S. is considering military intervention in the Philippines to rescue two American hostages held by Abu Sayyaf rebels. The proposal allows U.S. special forces…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with the Spokesperson of the Afghan Foreign Ministry - 2002-05-31
A conference took place in Pakistan focused on the oil pipeline project connecting Turkmenistan to Pakistan via Afghanistan, involving leaders from all three nations. This…
Further Delay of Endeavour Spacecraft Launch - 2002-05-31
The launch of the Endeavour spacecraft has been postponed for a second day due to adverse weather conditions, specifically a forecasted storm. NASA is working…
Science and Society: The Most International Mission of the Endeavour Space Shuttle - 2002-05-31
The Endeavour space shuttle undertakes its most international mission with ten crew members, completing multiple tasks in Earth's orbit over 12 days. This mission is…
Ceremony Marks Completion of Cleanup at World Trade Center in New York - 2002-05-30
A memorial ceremony was held in New York City to commemorate the completion of cleanup operations at the World Trade Center, destroyed in the September…
Endeavour Spacecraft to Launch Tonight
The Endeavour spacecraft is set to launch tonight but faces a 60% chance of delay due to adverse weather conditions. It will carry 10 international…
Blatter Re-elected as FIFA President - 2002-05-30
Sepp Blatter has been re-elected as FIFA president, defeating Issa Hayatou amid allegations of mismanagement. The election results show a significant margin, with Blatter receiving…
Location of Black Boxes from Downed Chinese Airplane Identified - 2002-05-29
A Chinese Airlines Boeing 747 crashed into the Taiwan Strait last Saturday, leading to the identification of the black boxes' location by Taiwanese authorities. The…
Mohammad Khordadian, Iranian Dancer Residing in the U.S., Arrested in Iran
Mohammad Khordadian, an Iranian dancer based in the U.S., was arrested in Iran for allegedly promoting moral corruption while visiting family. His detention highlights ongoing…
Extraordinary FIFA Congress Begins in Seoul - 2002-05-28
The extraordinary FIFA Congress has commenced in Seoul to address financial issues within the organization. Sepp Blatter, facing accusations of mismanagement, seeks re-election against Issa…
Los Angeles Report: The Past and Future of the Middle East - 2002-05-28
The article presents insights from a discussion on the historical and future dynamics of the Middle East, featuring experts in the field. This conversation is…
Memorial Day in America - 2002-05-27
Memorial Day is being observed in the U.S., honoring war veterans and those who died for their country. This year's observance is particularly significant due…
Hayatou Arrives in South Korea
Issa Hayatou has arrived in South Korea to compete against Sepp Blatter for the FIFA presidency. The election will occur shortly before the 2002 World…
Increased Pressure on Independent Media in Kazakhstan - 2002-05-24
The U.S. State Department has expressed concern over increasing violence against independent media in Kazakhstan, specifically citing attacks on the Respublika newspaper and its staff.…
Car Bomb Explosion in Spain - 2002-05-24
A car bomb exploded at the University of Navarra in Pamplona, injuring two people. The attack is linked to the Basque separatist group, which had…
Indian Prime Minister Meets Military and Security Officials in Kashmir - 2002-05-23
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee met with military leaders in Kashmir amid escalating tensions with Pakistan. The situation has intensified following a deadly attack…
Blatter Arrives in South Korea - 2002-05-23
Sepp Blatter arrived in South Korea a day before the 2002 World Cup, where a special election for FIFA president will take place. He faces…
More Strikes in South Korea - 2002-05-23
In South Korea, as the World Cup approaches, approximately 40,000 workers, including hospital staff, have gone on strike demanding better wages and working conditions. The…
Palestinian Exiles Leave Cyprus - 2002-05-22
Twelve Palestinian militants are being relocated from Cyprus to six European countries after being exiled by Israel. This move follows a 39-day siege of the…
Workers' Strike in South Korea - 2002-05-22
Thousands of workers in South Korea have gone on strike despite government warnings about potential disruptions to the World Cup finals. The strike, initiated by…
Funeral Ceremony of Abdul Ghani Lone, Kashmiri Leader - 2002-05-22
Abdul Ghani Lone, a moderate Kashmiri separatist leader, was assassinated, leading to a large funeral procession in Srinagar where attendees chanted separatist slogans. His death…
American Soldier Killed Was Member of U.S. Special Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-05-21
An American soldier, Sergeant Gene Arden Vance, was killed in Afghanistan while on patrol near Sikhin. The incident occurred during ongoing operations by U.S. Special…
New Operations in Eastern Afghanistan - 2002-05-21
U.S. special forces have initiated operations in eastern Afghanistan following the death of an American soldier at the hands of militants. The operations aim to…
European Countries Reach Agreement on 13 Exiled Palestinian Militants - 2002-05-21
European countries have agreed to relocate 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel, with 12 going to six different countries and one remaining in Cyprus. This…
The Situation in Kashmir Remains Tense - 2002-05-21
The Kashmir region is experiencing heightened tensions due to ongoing attacks by separatists, resulting in casualties among soldiers and civilians. Both India and Pakistan are…
Atal Bihari Vajpayee's Visit to Kashmir - 2002-05-21
Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is visiting Kashmir amidst rising tensions with Pakistan following a deadly attack by separatists. This visit comes as both…
China Interrogates Korean-American Missionary
The Chinese government is interrogating Joseph Choi, a Korean-American missionary, for allegedly helping North Korean refugees escape. This incident follows the controversial extraction of five…
An American Soldier Killed in Afghanistan - 2002-05-20
An American special forces soldier was killed in eastern Afghanistan during an exchange of fire with enemy forces. The incident highlights ongoing military operations against…
American Soldier Killed in Afghanistan - 2002-05-20
An American soldier was killed in a firefight in eastern Afghanistan, with one enemy combatant also killed and an Afghan coalition fighter injured. This incident…
South Korean Labor Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike
South Korean labor unions are threatening a nationwide strike against the government's privatization plans. The strike could involve 65,000 workers and is timed just before…
Tensions Continue in Kashmir - 2002-05-20
Tensions in Kashmir are escalating with new separatist attacks and ongoing border skirmishes between India and Pakistan. At least two Indian soldiers have been killed,…
Germany Report: Chemical Weapons in Iraq - 2002-05-19
The article discusses a report from Germany regarding chemical weapons in Iraq, featuring an interview with the head of UN weapons inspectors. This is significant…
Continuation of Operation Eagle in Paktia Province - 2002-05-19
Coalition forces are actively searching for Al-Qaeda and Taliban hideouts in eastern Afghanistan, particularly in Paktia Province. An airstrike by U.S. forces resulted in the…
EU Agreement on Palestinian Exiles - 2002-05-19
The EU has agreed on the host countries for 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel as part of a deal to end the siege of…
The European Union Has Yet to Resolve the Status of Palestinians Accused of Terrorism - 2002-05-17
The EU is struggling to find a resolution for 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel after a crisis at the Church of the Nativity. Six…
White House Rejects Economic Sanctions Lift Against Cuba - 2002-05-16
The White House has rejected former President Jimmy Carter's request to lift economic sanctions against Cuba, asserting that they are crucial to U.S. foreign policy.…
U.S. Special Operations Forces Attack Compound in Southern Afghanistan - 2002-05-14
U.S. Special Operations Forces conducted an attack in southern Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of 5 suspected Al-Qaeda members and the capture of 32 others.…
Final Decision on Destination of 13 Exiled Palestinian Extremists Delayed
The EU foreign ministers have delayed a final decision on the destination of 13 Palestinian extremists exiled by Israel. Six EU countries have offered to…
Roof Collapse at Russian Space Center - 2002-05-13
A roof collapse at the Baikonur space center in Kazakhstan resulted in the deaths of six workers, with two others missing. The incident raises concerns…
The Roof of Baikonur Space Base Collapses - 2002-05-13
The roof of the Baikonur space base collapsed, trapping 8 maintenance workers. A rescue team has been sent from Moscow, but survival chances are low.…
The Roof of Russia's Main Spacecraft Launch Facility Collapses
The roof of a hangar at Russia's Baikonur Space Center collapsed, resulting in the deaths of three workers and leaving five others missing. This incident…
Hijacking Attempt Foiled in Iran - 2002-05-12
A 45-year-old man attempted to hijack a domestic flight in Iran by threatening to detonate a bomb and set himself on fire. Security forces intervened…
Formation of a Special Police Unit in Pakistan to Pursue Suicide Bombing Perpetrators - 2002-05-12
President Pervez Musharraf announced the creation of a special police unit in Pakistan to combat terrorism following a suicide bombing that killed three Pakistanis and…
Guests on Friday, May 10, 2002
The article features an interview with Congressman Bob Ney discussing new visa regulations. It highlights the coverage by C-SPAN of U.S. Congressional sessions and invites…
Mohsen Mir-Damadi Sentenced to 6 Months in Prison
Mohsen Mir-Damadi, a reformist newspaper editor and member of parliament, was sentenced to 6 months in prison for spreading false information and propaganda against the…
Agreement on the Stalemate at the Church of the Nativity - 2002-05-09
Negotiators have reached an agreement to end the Israeli siege of the Church of the Nativity, allowing most of the 123 Palestinians inside to leave.…
Report: Chirac's Victory in the French Presidential Election - 2002-05-06
Lionel Jospin has resigned along with his cabinet following Jacques Chirac's victory in the French presidential election. This political shift is significant as it reflects…
Jacques Chirac Introduces a Center-Right Legislator as New Prime Minister - 2002-05-06
Jacques Chirac appointed Jean-Pierre Raffarin as the new Prime Minister of France after Lionel Jospin's resignation. Chirac recently won the presidential election with a significant…
Pipe Bombs Found in Mailboxes in Nebraska - 2002-05-05
At least 4 pipe bombs were discovered in Nebraska mailboxes, following explosions in Iowa and Illinois that injured 6 people. Federal authorities are investigating potential…
Final Stage of the Presidential Election in France - 2002-05-05
The final stage of the French presidential election is underway, with Jacques Chirac expected to win against Jean-Marie Le Pen. This election is crucial as…
Islamic Court Seizes Two Prominent Reformist Newspapers
An Islamic court in Iran has seized two reformist newspapers while sentencing journalist Siamak Pourzand to 8 years in prison. This marks a return to…
Lifting of Ban on Two Newspapers in Iran - 2002-05-05
The Iranian judiciary has lifted the ban on two reformist newspapers, coinciding with the sentencing of journalist Siamak Pourzand to 8 years in prison for…
Under the Microscope: Multi-Billion Embezzlements by the Offspring of Officials - 2002-05-03
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses various political issues including Ayatollah Khamenei's views on U.S. policies and Russian actions, alongside the return of Ebrahim Yazdi and…
Indian Air Force Fighter Jet Crashes in Residential Area
An Indian Air Force MiG-21 fighter jet crashed in a residential area of Jalandhar, resulting in 7 deaths and over 15 injuries. The incident highlights…
Improvement of U.S. Cooperation with NATO Allies - 2002-05-02
U.S. officials report enhanced cooperation with NATO allies following the September 11 attacks. Douglas Feith noted initial reluctance to accept NATO assistance, but acknowledged the…
NASA Releases New Images from the Hubble Space Telescope - 2002-05-01
NASA has unveiled new images from the Hubble Space Telescope, showcasing a dynamic galaxy and a collision between two galaxies. These findings are significant as…
According to the Army, Israel's Withdrawal from Hebron Has Ended - 2002-05-01
The Israeli army has completed its withdrawal from Hebron, ending a siege on Al-Khalil Hospital and arresting 150 suspects. Additionally, 26 Palestinians were released from…