May 2002
Formation of a Border Guard in Europe - 2002-05-30
European interior ministers have agreed to a plan for enhanced border protection to address illegal immigration, with a final decision expected at the upcoming EU…
Hunger Threat in Zambia - 2002-05-30
Zambia's government has declared a national disaster due to food shortages, with President Levy Mwanawasa requesting immediate aid for 4 million people. UN agencies warn…
EU Summit in Moscow Ends with Promises of Trade Concessions to Russia
The EU summit in Moscow ended with trade concessions promised to Russia but failed to resolve visa issues for Kaliningrad residents. Romano Prodi announced the…
NATO and Russia Officially Became Partners
NATO and Russia have officially partnered by establishing the NATO-Russia Council, enhancing cooperation in international security. This agreement was signed by leaders including President Bush…
Russia Recognized as a Country with a Free Economy
Russia has been officially recognized by the European Union as a country with a free economy following discussions between Vladimir Putin and EU leaders. This…
Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, Hosts European Union Leaders in Moscow
Vladimir Putin is hosting EU leaders in Moscow, focusing on economic issues and trade relations. The meeting aims to enhance trade and investment between Russia…
Signing of the Historic NATO-Russia Council Agreement - 2002-05-28
On May 28, 2002, President Bush and NATO leaders signed a historic agreement with Russian President Putin to establish a NATO-Russia Council, allowing limited Russian…
President Bush on His Way Back to Washington - 2002-05-28
President Bush returned to Washington after a European trip, which included a significant meeting with Pope John Paul II. They discussed concerns regarding the Roman…
New Relations in the NATO-Russia Council - 2002-05-28
The NATO-Russia Council has been established, marking a formal partnership between NATO and Russia. Vladimir Putin and leaders of 19 NATO countries signed the Rome…
Meeting between Pope and President Bush - 2002-05-28
President Bush met with Pope John Paul II at the Vatican, expressing concerns about the impact of recent sexual abuse scandals on the Catholic Church…
Pope Blesses Three Roman Catholic Priests from Bulgaria
Pope John Paul II blessed three Bulgarian priests executed by the communist regime in 1952, elevating their status during his visit to Bulgaria. This event…
The Palme d'Or Award Goes to Polanski
Roman Polanski won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for his film 'The Pianist,' which tells the story of a Jewish pianist escaping…
Peace Mediation in Sri Lanka - 2002-05-25
A Norwegian peace mediator has arrived in Sri Lanka to facilitate a ceasefire between the government and Tamil rebels, with peace talks planned in Thailand.…
The United States and Russia Sign Historic Nuclear Arms Reduction Treaty - 2002-05-25
The U.S. and Russia signed a treaty to reduce nuclear arms, marking a new phase in their relationship. President Bush and President Putin addressed various…
President Bush Departed for Germany - 2002-05-22
President Bush has embarked on a week-long trip to Europe to sign a nuclear weapons reduction agreement with Russia. He will first meet with German…
President Bush Begins European Trip - 2002-05-22
President Bush has started a week-long trip to Europe, which includes significant meetings in Berlin and Moscow, focusing on arms reduction and the fight against…
Historic NATO-Russia Agreement - 2002-05-15
NATO and Russia have signed a historic agreement to combat terrorism and enhance security cooperation. This agreement includes the establishment of the NATO-Russia Council, which…
First Public Elections in Sierra Leone - 2002-05-14
Sierra Leone held its first public elections after a decade of civil war, with long lines at polling stations and a smooth voting process reported.…
Shimon Peres: The Formation of a Palestinian State is Inevitable
Shimon Peres, Israel's Foreign Minister, asserts that establishing a Palestinian state is unavoidable and should happen quickly for Israel's benefit. He criticizes Yasser Arafat for…
International Artists' Presence and Collaboration in Rome - 2002-05-04
International artists will perform together in a peace concert at the Colosseum in Rome, marking a historic moment where former adversaries unite through music. Notable…