April 2002
Protest by Organization - 2002-04-30
Reporters Without Borders has protested the imprisonment of Iranian reformist journalist Mr. Zeidabadi, calling for the Islamic court to revoke his harsh sentence. The crackdown…
Report Witness: Protests Against Le Pen's Extreme Party Continue - 2002-04-29
Protests against the extreme party led by Jean-Marie Le Pen are ongoing, with Jacques Chirac visiting a city that overwhelmingly supported Le Pen in the…
Chinese Vice President Arrives in New York
Hu Jintao, the Vice President of China, has arrived in New York as part of his first official visit to the U.S. He is engaging…
Condition for the Palestinian Leader's Exit from His Headquarters in Ramallah - 2002-04-27
Ariel Sharon has proposed that Yasser Arafat can leave his besieged headquarters in Ramallah but only without Palestinian militants. This situation highlights ongoing tensions and…
Anti-American Protests in the Arab World - April 26, 2002
Anti-American protests erupted across several Arab nations, including Yemen, Egypt, Jordan, Bahrain, and Lebanon, in response to U.S. policies in the Middle East. Demonstrators demanded…
Jean-Marie Le Pen Calls for Creation of Camps for Illegal Immigrants - 2002-04-26
Jean-Marie Le Pen has proposed the creation of camps for illegal immigrants in France, citing social instability caused by their presence. His comments come amid…
Israeli Forces Arrest 20 Palestinians in Qalqilya Raid - 2002-04-26
Israeli forces conducted a raid in Qalqilya, resulting in the death of a Palestinian militant leader and the arrest of 20 Palestinians. Concurrently, protests against…
Continued Protests Against France's Far-Right Candidate
Tens of thousands of students in France have been protesting against far-right candidate Jean-Marie Le Pen for five days following his surprising success in the…
Under the Microscope: The Ashgabat Meeting Faced Failure - April 25, 2002
The Ashgabat summit is deemed a failure for Iran's foreign policy, with reports suggesting President Khatami left in protest. The conservative faction is now pushing…
North Korea Criticizes Japanese Prime Minister
North Korea has condemned Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi's visit to the Yasukuni Shrine, calling it thoughtless and provoking anger. The Chinese government has also…
Le Pen Accuses Chirac of Attacking Democracy - 2002-04-24
Jean-Marie Le Pen has accused Jacques Chirac of undermining democracy by refusing to debate him. Le Pen's surprising 17% vote in the first round of…
Japan Respects China's Decision to Postpone Talks
Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi expressed respect for China's decision to postpone defense talks following his visit to the controversial Yasukuni Shrine, which honors Japanese…
Anti-Government Protests in Zimbabwe - 2002-04-23
Hundreds of riot police in Zimbabwe disrupted anti-government protests in Harare, dispersing around 200 demonstrators. The National Constitutional Assembly is advocating for constitutional reforms to…
End of Parliamentary Deadlock in India - 2002-04-23
The Indian Parliament ended a six-day deadlock when the Deputy Speaker allowed a motion from the opposition to discuss the government's failure to address violent…
Continued Stalemate of Refugees in Australia - 2002-04-23
Unrest continues at the Curtin detention center in Australia, where at least 30 people have been injured during protests against living conditions and potential deportations.…
Protest March in France - 2002-04-23
Tens of thousands of French citizens protested against the unexpected success of far-right candidate Jean-Marie Le Pen in the presidential election. President Jacques Chirac, who…
Australia's Efforts to End Recent Unrest - 2002-04-23
Recent unrest in Australia's Curtin detention center has resulted in injuries and a standoff between detainees and authorities. The protests are driven by dissatisfaction with…
Arab Representatives angrily leave EU Foreign Ministers' Meeting
Arab representatives left an EU foreign ministers' meeting in Valencia, Spain, in protest against the presence of the Israeli representative. This incident highlights the ongoing…
Martial Law in Gujarat, India - 2002-04-22
Martial law has been declared in parts of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, following violent clashes between Hindus and Muslims that resulted in at least 17 deaths. Opposition…
Repeated Suspension of Indian Parliament Sessions - 2002-04-22
The Indian Parliament has suspended sessions for the sixth day due to protests from opposition lawmakers regarding the government's response to violent clashes in Gujarat.…
Continued Protests in Washington - 2002-04-22
Protests against U.S. foreign policy and World Bank strategies are ongoing in Washington, with groups opposing military aid to Colombia planning unauthorized demonstrations. These protests…
Thousands March in Washington Against US Military Aid to Colombia - 2002-04-22
Thousands protested in Washington against US military aid to Colombia, leading to over ten arrests. The demonstration was largely peaceful and coincided with other protests…
Protests Against the Unexpected and Astonishing Victory of Jean-Marie Le Pen - 2002-04-22
Thousands of French citizens protested against Jean-Marie Le Pen's unexpected advancement to the second round of the presidential elections. The protests occurred in major cities,…
Protests Around World Bank Buildings in Washington - 2002-04-22
Hundreds protested outside the World Bank and IMF in Washington against financial policies, coinciding with a meeting of global finance ministers. The peaceful demonstration highlighted…
Approximately 75,000 People Demonstrated in Washington on Saturday - 2002-04-21
On April 21, 2002, around 75,000 people protested in Washington against corporate globalization and U.S. support for Israel. The demonstrators called for Israel's withdrawal from…
European Union's Retaliation in Response to U.S. Tariffs on Steel - 2002-04-21
The European Union plans to impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports in response to U.S. tariffs on steel. This move is aimed at sensitive industries…
Continued Protests in Washington - 2002-04-21
Protests against globalization and U.S. support for Israel continued in Washington during the World Bank and IMF meetings. Tens of thousands participated peacefully, with no…
Request from the Organization of American States to Hugo Chavez - 2002-04-20
The Organization of American States has called on Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez to reconcile with his opponents after a brief removal from office due to…
Large Demonstrations in Washington - 2002-04-20
Large demonstrations are occurring in Washington during the World Bank and IMF spring meeting, with protesters opposing the institutions' policies and addressing various social issues.…
Two-Day Meeting of Finance Ministers from Wealthy Countries - 2002-04-20
Finance ministers from wealthy nations are meeting to discuss economic recovery amid protests against globalization and U.S. foreign policy. The G7 meeting is taking place…
Warning About Venezuela - 2002-04-18
The Organization of American States warns that Venezuela risks becoming uncontrollable without national dialogue following an unsuccessful coup attempt against President Hugo Chavez. The political…
Meeting of the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia with President Bush - April 17, 2002
Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia is scheduled to meet President Bush on April 25, 2002, amid criticisms of the U.S. response to Israeli actions…
Italian Trade Union Members Strike for a Day
Millions of Italian trade union members staged a one-day strike against government reforms that ease worker dismissals. The strike, organized by three major unions, aims…
Both Houses of the Indian Parliament Adjourned for Two Days
The Indian Parliament was adjourned for two days following opposition demands to dismiss the Chief Minister of Gujarat amid violent clashes between Muslims and Hindus…
An American Student Expelled from China - 2002-04-16
An American student named Andrew Elsmore was expelled from China after being arrested for protesting against the government's crackdown on the Falun Gong movement. This…
Resignation of a Senior Judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan - 2002-04-16
Judge Tariq Mahmood of the Supreme Court of Pakistan resigned in protest against a referendum on General Musharraf's rule, citing its unconstitutionality and government pressure.…
President Chavez Accepts Resignation of Board Appointed to Manage Venezuela's State Oil Company - 2002-04-15
President Hugo Chavez accepted the resignation of the board managing Venezuela's state oil company after a failed coup and subsequent protests by oil workers. The…
Indian Parliament Session Disrupted
The Indian Parliament session was disrupted by opposition lawmakers protesting the government's response to communal violence in Gujarat, which has led to over 800 deaths.…
Hugo Chavez's Return - 2002-04-14
Hugo Chavez has returned to power in Venezuela after a failed military coup. He emphasized the continuation of the people's revolution, asserting it is God's…
Occupation of the Presidential Palace of Venezuela - 2002-04-14
Supporters of ousted Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez occupied the presidential palace in Caracas, leading to pressure on interim President Pedro Carmona to reverse his decision…
All Dismissed Employees in Venezuela Will Return to Work - 2002-04-13
Pedro Carmona, the new interim president of Venezuela, announced the reinstatement of all employees dismissed by Hugo Chavez from the state oil company, following deadly…
Formation of a Temporary Government by Army Officers in Venezuela - 2002-04-12
Army officers in Venezuela have formed a temporary government after President Hugo Chavez was forced to resign following deadly anti-government protests. Pedro Carmona is set…
Former Yugoslav Interior Minister on the Brink of Death in Belgrade
Veljko Stojiljković, former Yugoslav Interior Minister and war crimes suspect, is near death after a suicide attempt in protest against his extradition to The Hague.…
Anti-American Protests in Malaysia - 2002-04-12
Hundreds protested outside the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, condemning U.S. support for Israel amid its military actions in the West Bank. The protests, organized…
Strike in Kashmir - 2002-04-12
Muslim militants in Kashmir organized a one-day strike in Srinagar to protest Israeli military actions in Palestine and the oppression of Muslims in the Middle…
President Bush Committed to Ending Violence Between Israel and Palestinians - 2002-04-12
President Bush reaffirmed his commitment to ending violence between Israel and Palestinians during a call with Bahrain's Emir, Sheikh Hamad. The conversation highlighted concerns over…
Twelve Anti-Government Protesters Killed in Venezuela - 2002-04-12
At least twelve anti-government protesters were killed in Caracas during clashes with soldiers. President Hugo Chavez remains defiant despite calls for his resignation from senior…
Resignation of the President of Venezuela - 2002-04-12
Hugo Chavez resigned as President of Venezuela following deadly protests that resulted in at least 12 deaths. Military leaders accused him of constitutional violations and…
Israeli Diplomats Return to Their Country - 2002-04-10
Amid escalating anti-Israeli protests in Egypt, families of Israeli diplomats are returning to Israel. This move follows a significant increase in demonstrations against Israel's military…
Bahraini March Towards the US Embassy in Manama - 2002-04-10
Thousands of Bahraini protesters marched towards the US Embassy in Manama, leading to clashes with police who used tear gas to disperse them. The protests…
Arrest of Opposition Members in Kazakhstan - 2002-04-10
Kazakhstan police arrested 8 opposition members protesting outside the Eurasian Economic Summit in Almaty, following the recent arrest of two leaders of the Democratic Election…
Increase in Global Oil Prices - 2002-04-09
Saddam Hussein has halted Iraq's oil exports in protest against Israel, leading to a rise in global oil prices. Venezuela is also facing a general…
Iraq Halts Oil Exports for One Month
Iraq is stopping its oil exports for one month in protest against Israel's actions towards Palestinians, as declared by President Saddam Hussein. This move aims…
Anti-Israeli and American Protests in Sudan - 2002-04-08
Hundreds of thousands of Sudanese protested in Khartoum against Israeli military actions and U.S. policies in the Middle East, delivering a message of support for…
Violent Start to Poppy Cultivation Eradication in Afghanistan - 2002-04-08
The Afghan interim government's efforts to curb poppy cultivation through financial incentives have led to violent incidents, including a bombing targeting a government minister and…
Anticipation of a General Strike in Venezuela - 2002-04-08
Venezuela is bracing for a general strike as labor leaders and industrialists threaten to join the employees of the national oil company in protest. The…
Global Protests Against Israel and the United States - 2002-04-07
Global protests erupted in multiple countries in support of Palestinians, with significant participation in Jordan, Bahrain, Indonesia, and Europe. The demonstrations were fueled by anger…
Emergency Meeting of Arab Foreign Ministers in Cairo - 2002-04-07
An emergency meeting of Arab foreign ministers is taking place in Cairo to address the escalating conflict between Israel and the Palestinians, focusing on U.S.…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, April 5, 2002
The article discusses various international media perspectives on Iran, highlighting the ineffectiveness of Iran's threats against the West, the plight of its Jewish minority, Iranian…
Venezuelan Oil Exports to the U.S. Disrupted
Venezuelan oil exports to the U.S. are disrupted due to a workers' strike protesting political appointments by President Hugo Chavez. This disruption poses a threat…
Turkish Prime Minister's Comments on Israel - 2002-04-06
Turkish Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit clarified his comments accusing Israel of genocide against Palestinians, stating it was not his intention to be interpreted that way.…
Protests by Supporters of Palestinians and Supporters of Israel - 2002-04-06
On April 6, 2002, two thousand activists protested in New York City in support of Palestinians, demanding an end to Israeli occupation. Concurrently, pro-Israel politicians,…
Protests in Zimbabwe - 2002-04-06
Pro-democracy activists in Zimbabwe are planning protests against the contested election victory of President Robert Mugabe. Despite a government ban on demonstrations, they are determined…
Saudi Officials Warn Against Pro-Palestinian Street Protests - 2002-04-05
Saudi officials have issued a warning against further street protests supporting Palestinians, emphasizing that such actions are illegal. Meanwhile, a Saudi group is planning a…
Protests Against the Continued Siege of Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-04
On April 4, 2002, thousands of Arabs protested across the Middle East against Israel's actions and the siege of Yasser Arafat. The protests turned violent…
Anti-Israeli Protests Continue in the Arab World - 2002-04-03
Anti-Israeli protests are ongoing across the Arab world, with thousands demanding the withdrawal of Israeli forces and the release of Yasser Arafat. Protests have turned…
Emergency Meeting of Foreign Ministers of Arab League Member States - 2002-04-03
An emergency meeting of Arab League foreign ministers is scheduled to address the worsening situation in the Middle East, particularly the Israeli occupation of Palestinian…
Demonstrations in Support of Palestinians - 2002-04-03
In Rome, supporters of Palestinians protested against Israeli actions in the West Bank for the fourth day, with around 1,000 participants. Concurrently, over 100 pro-Israel…
Workers' Strike in South Korea Expands - 2002-04-02
The strike of public sector workers in South Korea is expanding as a major labor group supports the movement. The government is taking a hard…
Repatriation of Chinese Migrants from Hong Kong - 2002-04-01
Hong Kong plans to repatriate over 2,400 Chinese migrants who defied a court order to leave by the end of March. Protests erupted as migrants…
Hong Kong to Expel Chinese Migrants
Hong Kong plans to expel over 2400 Chinese migrants who have ignored a court order to leave. The government has started the repatriation process after…
Cairo Protests in Support of Palestine - 2002-04-01
Protests erupted in Cairo and Alexandria in support of Palestine, with demonstrators clashing with police as they attempted to reach the Israeli embassy. Similar protests…