May 2002
Voter Turnout in Algeria's Elections Was Low - 2002-05-31
Algeria's parliamentary elections saw a historic low voter turnout of 47.5%, with only 3% in the Kabylie region amid protests by the Berber minority. The…
High-Level U.S. Envoy in the Middle East - 2002-05-30
The U.S. is attempting to revitalize the Middle East peace process with a high-level envoy in the region. William Burns announced a three-phase plan from…
Algeria on the Brink of Political Turmoil - 2002-05-30
Algeria is facing potential political turmoil as Prime Minister Ali Benflis warns against a boycott of the upcoming parliamentary elections, which two major opposition parties…
Parliamentary Changes in Israel - 2002-05-30
The Shas party in Israel has shifted its stance to support Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's austerity economic program, facilitating its potential return to the ruling…
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…
U.S. Special Envoy Returns to the Middle East - 2002-05-29
The U.S. Special Envoy, William Burns, has returned to the Middle East to seek a political resolution to the Israel-Palestine conflict, meeting with Egyptian officials…
Israel's Response to Recent Palestinian Attacks - 2002-05-29
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon convened a cabinet meeting to discuss responses to recent Palestinian attacks that killed four Israelis. The Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigade claimed…
Ronaldo's First Goal for Brazil After Nearly 3 Years - 2002-05-26
Ronaldo scored his first goal for Brazil in nearly three years during a friendly match against Malaysia, contributing to a 4-0 victory. The match was…
Israeli Parliament Approves Government's Emergency Economic Plan - 2002-05-22
The Israeli Parliament has approved an emergency economic plan aimed at austerity measures due to military expenses in the West Bank. Ariel Sharon faced opposition…
U.S. Senate Receives Documents from Enron Oil Company - 2002-05-22
The U.S. Senate committee has voted to require the Bush administration to provide documents related to its interactions with Enron. This decision follows a two-hour…
Sharon Dismisses Four Cabinet Ministers - 2002-05-21
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon dismissed four ministers from his cabinet linked to ultra-Orthodox parties after they opposed his economic plan in parliament. This move…
Sharon Will Not Reconsider Dismissal of Four Ministers
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon has dismissed four far-right ministers from his cabinet due to their opposition to his economic plan. This decision could weaken…
Son of Ahmad Jibril Killed in Bomb Explosion
Jihad Jibril, the son of Palestinian leader Ahmad Jibril, was killed in a bomb explosion in Beirut. The attack appears to be politically motivated, with…
Three Killed in New Suicide Bombing in Israel
A suicide bombing in Netanya, Israel, resulted in three deaths, including the bomber, and left around 40 injured. Hamas and the Popular Front for the…
General Elections of the National Assembly of Vietnam - 2002-05-19
On the anniversary of Ho Chi Minh's birth, Vietnam is holding general elections for its National Assembly, which is becoming increasingly significant as it addresses…
Theft of Toxic Materials in Mexico - 2002-05-17
A truck carrying 10 tons of sodium cyanide was stolen in Mexico, raising concerns about potential terrorist involvement. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the…
Israel's Raid to Neutralize Terrorist Attacks - 2002-05-16
Israel conducted a sudden raid in the West Bank, arresting 21 Palestinians and killing a member of the Palestinian security service, claiming to thwart terrorist…
Preliminary Results of the Counting of Votes in the Sierra Leone General Elections - 2002-05-16
Preliminary results from Sierra Leone's general elections show President Ahmad Tejan Kabbah leading significantly against his opponents. This election marks the first after a decade-long…
Planning for Reforms in the Palestinian Authority - 2002-05-16
Yasser Arafat has agreed to hold presidential and parliamentary elections in six months as part of a reform plan for the Palestinian Authority, following a…
Two-Thirds of Israelis Support the Establishment of a Palestinian State - 2002-05-15
A recent poll shows that two-thirds of Israelis support the creation of a Palestinian state and a final peace agreement. This comes after the Likud…
Sharon Determines Israel's Policy Towards Palestinians - 2002-05-14
Ariel Sharon asserts his authority over Israeli policy towards Palestinians, emphasizing the need for Palestinian reforms before peace talks can resume. Meanwhile, Likud party leaders…
Under the Microscope: Regarding the Likud Party's Decision Not to Recognize the Palestinian State - 2002-05-13
The Likud Party's refusal to recognize a Palestinian state marks a setback for Ariel Sharon and a triumph for Benjamin Netanyahu. Concurrently, political dynamics in…
The Ruling Likud Party in Israel Rejects the Idea of a Palestinian State - 2002-05-13
The Likud party in Israel voted against the formation of a Palestinian state, defying Ariel Sharon's request. This decision represents a setback for Sharon and…
Sharon Suffered a Severe Political Defeat from His Political Rival - 2002-05-13
Ariel Sharon faced a significant political defeat when the Likud party he leads rejected the establishment of a Palestinian state. This outcome is seen as…
End of Conference of Leaders of Syria, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia - 2002-05-12
Leaders from Egypt, Syria, and Saudi Arabia held a conference where they called for peace with Israel and support for the Saudi peace initiative. The…
Efforts to Prevent a Split in the Likud Party - 2002-05-12
Israeli officials are trying to prevent a division in the Likud party regarding the formation of a Palestinian state. A meeting is scheduled to discuss…
Discussions Between President Bush and King Abdullah of Jordan - 2002-05-09
President Bush and King Abdullah of Jordan are set to discuss peace efforts in the Middle East, focusing on the recent violence and the Saudi…
Arafat's Order to Prevent Terrorist Operations - 2002-05-09
Yasser Arafat has ordered his security forces to prevent terrorist attacks against Israeli civilians following a deadly suicide bombing in Tel Aviv that killed 15…
Israeli Military Strike in Response to Suicide Bombing - 2002-05-09
In response to a suicide bombing in Tel Aviv that killed 15, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is poised to launch a military strike, likely…
Over 10 Hamas Members Arrested on Arafat's Orders - 2002-05-09
Yasser Arafat ordered the arrest of over 10 Hamas members in Gaza to prevent further attacks on Israeli civilians following a suicide bombing that killed…
Sharon Shortens His Trip to America
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon returned to Israel after a deadly suicide bombing in Tel Aviv that killed 17 people. The attack was claimed by…
Ariel Sharon stated he will respond to the attackers - 2002-05-08
Ariel Sharon condemned a suicide bombing in Tel Aviv, linking it to Yasser Arafat's intentions and vowed a strong Israeli response. He cut short his…
Sharon: Arafat Must Be Excluded from the Middle East Peace Process - 2002-05-07
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is meeting with President Bush to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, advocating for the exclusion of Yasser Arafat from the peace…
President Bush's Meeting with Ariel Sharon - 2002-05-07
President Bush met with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on the role of Yasser Arafat. Sharon presented evidence linking…
Suicide Bombing in Israel - 2002-05-07
A suicide bombing in Rishon Lezion, Israel, killed at least fifteen and injured over forty. Hamas claimed responsibility for the attack, which occurred during discussions…
Sharon Arrives in Washington - 2002-05-06
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is in Washington to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with President Bush. He plans to present a dossier accusing Palestinian leader…
Under the Microscope: Sharon's Trip to Washington - 2002-05-06
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon visited Washington, prompting discussions on various political issues in Iran, including the closure of newspapers and President Khatami's resignation threat.…
Colin Powell Calls for Resolution of Jewish Settlement Issue
Colin Powell urged for the resolution of Israeli settlements to facilitate peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Ariel Sharon is in Washington to discuss these issues…
Decisive Vote for Chirac by the French - 2002-05-06
Jacques Chirac won the French presidential election with over 82% of the vote against far-right candidate Jean-Marie Le Pen. This election result reflects a rejection…
Ariel Sharon Heads to America - 2002-05-05
Ariel Sharon is traveling to the U.S. to discuss Middle Eastern developments with President Bush and present his peace plan. The plan includes demilitarized zones…
Normalization of Trade Relations Between the U.S. and Afghanistan - 2002-05-04
President Bush has reinstated trade privileges for Afghanistan, allowing tariff-free imports to the U.S. This decision aims to assist Afghanistan in reviving its economy after…
Russian Human Rights Commission Criticizes Lack of Press Freedom
The Russian Human Rights Commission has condemned the absence of press freedom in Russia, highlighting the dangers faced by independent journalists. Oleg Mironov emphasized 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…
Unofficial Agreement Between President Bush and Crown Prince Abdullah - 2002-05-01
President Bush and Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia have informally agreed on a new strategy to address the Middle East crisis. This agreement was…
Thousands of French Police on Standby
On International Workers' Day, thousands of French police are on standby to prevent clashes during demonstrations in Paris. The protests are largely against far-right candidate…