July 2002
Meeting of Senior Officials from the United States and Russia - 2002-07-31
Senior officials from the U.S. and Russia met in Moscow to discuss nuclear weapons and non-proliferation. The U.S. is concerned about Russia's plan to build…
Russian President Criticizes Georgia - 2002-07-31
Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized Georgia for failing to stop Chechen separatists from entering Russia. He emphasized that a Georgian shepherd provided the warning instead…
Interview with Siamak Shojaei about Iran's Purchase of 6 Nuclear Reactors
Iran has announced plans to purchase six nuclear reactors from Russia, raising questions about the economic justification and potential political risks of this decision. Siamak…
United Nations: Humanitarian Operations in Chechnya Suspended Due to Abduction of Aid Worker
The UN has suspended humanitarian operations in Chechnya after the abduction of aid worker Nina Davidovich by armed assailants. This decision aims to protect international…
Georgia Accuses Russia of Bombing Pankisi Valley - 2002-07-30
Georgia has accused Russia of conducting airstrikes in the Pankisi Valley, which Russia claims is a refuge for Chechen separatists. The Russian military denied the…
Investigation into Downed Russian Airplane - 2002-07-29
A Russian-made jumbo jet crashed shortly after takeoff from Moscow, resulting in a government investigation into the cause. Two crew members survived the crash, and…
Severe Negligence Allegations Against Ukrainian Air Force - 2002-07-29
A tragic airshow disaster in Ukraine resulted in 83 deaths and over 100 injuries when a fighter jet crashed into spectators. The head of the…
Russian Plane Crash Leaves Fourteen Dead - 2002-07-28
A Russian Ilyushin plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Moscow, resulting in 14 fatalities and two critically injured survivors. The plane was on a technical…
Iran and Russia Trade Agreements - 2002-07-27
Russia has signed a new trade agreement with Iran to build six nuclear reactors, which is likely to provoke strong opposition from the U.S. The…
A Gentle Woman - 2002-07-27
The article discusses 'A Gentle Woman,' a film by Robert Bresson, which explores the life of a pawnbroker whose wife commits suicide. The film, adapted…
Final Decision on Attack Against Iraq Not Yet Made - 2002-07-25
Tony Blair announced that a decision on a military operation against Iraq has not yet been made, expressing skepticism about upcoming negotiations with Iraqi officials.…
Knowledge and Society: New Spy Museum in Washington - July 25, 2002
The International Spy Museum has opened in Washington, showcasing the experiences of veteran American and Russian spies. This museum serves as a source of entertainment…
Establishment of a Free Trade Zone and Joint Cooperation in Central Asia - 2002-07-21
Leaders from Georgia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, and Moldova have signed an agreement to establish a free trade zone aimed at combating organized crime and terrorism. This…
Five-Hour Clash at the Tajikistan Border - 2002-07-21
A five-hour border clash in Tajikistan resulted in the deaths of 4 Afghans and 1 Tajik, with Russian border guards engaging a group attempting to…
International Spy Museum Opens in Washington - July 20, 2002
The International Spy Museum opened in Washington, showcasing espionage tools and featuring former intelligence officials on its board. Notably, General Oleg Kalugin, a former KGB…
End of Meeting Between Presidents of Russia and France - 2002-07-20
Presidents Vladimir Putin of Russia and Jacques Chirac of France concluded a two-day meeting aimed at strengthening bilateral relations. They discussed various topics, including strategic…
Request from the USA, Russia, the United Nations, and the European Union to Israel - 2002-07-17
The USA, Russia, UN, and EU have jointly urged Israel to ease restrictions on Palestinians and support reforms in the Palestinian Authority. This request highlights…
Moscow's Concern Over Potential Western Attack on Iraq - 2002-07-16
Russian Defense Minister Igor Ivanov expressed Moscow's ongoing concerns about a potential Western military attack on Iraq after meeting with British Defense Minister Geoff Hoon.…
New York Talks for Peace in the Middle East - 2002-07-16
High-ranking officials from the U.S., Russia, EU, and UN are meeting in New York to discuss a peace plan for the Middle East, focusing on…
Under the Microscope: Talks to Revive the Middle East Peace Process - 2002-07-16
High-level talks are taking place in New York involving U.S., Russian, and UN officials aimed at reviving the Middle East peace process. President Bush's recent…
Attack on an Azerbaijani Guard Unit at the Russian Border - 2002-07-14
An armed attack on an Azerbaijani guard unit at the Russian border resulted in two deaths and five injuries. The assailants targeted border guards, and…
Al-Qaeda Fighters Gather at the Tajikistan Border - 2002-07-12
Military officials are warning of Al-Qaeda fighters gathering near the Tajikistan border, potentially planning to enter the country. The presence of Russian and Tajik forces…
President Bush's Phone Calls for Middle East Peace - 2002-07-12
President Bush is actively pursuing a peace plan for the Middle East, which includes the creation of a Palestinian state contingent on new leadership. He…
President Bush's Phone Conversations with Leaders of Israel and Saudi Arabia - 2002-07-10
President Bush engaged in constructive phone talks with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah about Middle East peace efforts. These discussions…
Meeting Between Putin and King Abdullah - 2002-07-09
Vladimir Putin and King Abdullah of Jordan met to discuss the situation in Iraq and the Middle East peace process. They expressed concerns over the…
Frontiers of Knowledge: Russian Plans to Go to Mars - 2002-07-09
The article discusses Russia's ambitious plan to send astronauts to Mars by 2015, highlighting its international implications. The report emphasizes the significance of this endeavor…
Conflicting Commands Led to Collision of Two Aircraft in Germany - 2002-07-08
A Russian passenger plane collided with a cargo aircraft in Germany due to conflicting commands from an automated collision avoidance system and air traffic control.…
Nasrin Mahdavi Report: Search for the Bodies of Air Crash Victims - 2002-07-04
A search is ongoing for the bodies of victims from an air crash involving a Russian passenger plane and a German cargo plane. The incident…
Switzerland Investigates Collision of Russian Plane with Cargo Aircraft - 2002-07-04
A collision between a Russian passenger plane and a DHL cargo aircraft resulted in 71 fatalities, prompting Swiss authorities to investigate potential negligence by air…
Meeting of the US, Europe, and Russia Regarding the Middle East - 2002-07-03
A meeting took place involving the US, Russia, EU, and UN to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and potential reforms in Palestinian leadership. President Bush…
South African Ship Aids Russian Scientists
A South African ship, Agulhas, successfully rescued Russian scientists stranded on a German ship in Antarctic ice. This operation was praised by South African President…
Changes in Palestinian Organizations - 2002-07-03
Yasser Arafat has dismissed two senior security officials as part of reforms in the Palestinian Authority's security apparatus. This decision comes amid international and Israeli…
Bodies of 26 out of 71 Passengers of the Tupolev Found - 2002-07-02
A tragic mid-air collision occurred between a Russian Tupolev passenger jet and a Boeing 757 over Germany and Switzerland, resulting in the deaths of 26…
Fatal Collision Over Germany - 2002-07-02
A tragic collision between a passenger plane and a cargo plane in southern Germany resulted in the deaths of at least 71 people. The incident…
Heroin Seizure at the Afghanistan-Tajikistan Border - 2002-07-01
Russian border guards seized 40 kilograms of heroin from traffickers at the Tajikistan-Afghanistan border. The traffickers abandoned the drugs and fled into Afghanistan. This incident…