August 2002
The U.S. Calls for Dialogue Between Moscow and Tbilisi - 2002-08-29
The U.S. has requested that Russia avoid sending troops to Georgia's Pankisi Gorge to pursue Chechen rebels, advocating for dialogue between Moscow and Tbilisi. President…
Georgia Arrests Arab Man While Pursuing Chechen Militants - 2002-08-29
Georgia's security forces arrested an Arab man suspected of ties to terrorism while pursuing Chechen militants. The arrest occurred in Pankisi, where the man was…
Georgia Resolves Its Issues Independently
Georgia's President Edward Shevardnadze has declined Russia's offer to send troops to combat Chechen rebels, asserting that Georgia will handle its own issues. The U.S.…
Moscow Says Rebels Have Taken Refuge in Pankisi Gorge - 2002-08-28
Moscow claims that rebels from Chechnya are hiding in the Pankisi Gorge, while Georgia's President Shevardnadze attended a memorial for a local man allegedly killed…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Alexander Sdarov, Prominent Russian Filmmaker - 2002-08-25
At the Cannes Film Festival, Russian filmmaker Alexander Sdarov presented his film 'Russian Arch,' notable for its unique filming technique and artistic expression of history.…
The U.S. Claims Russia Has Increased Tensions in the Caucasus Region
The U.S. has accused Russia of escalating tensions in the Caucasus by bombing Georgian villages, amidst ongoing accusations between Moscow and Tbilisi. The U.S. reaffirms…
Georgian Forces Move Towards Chechen Border
Georgian forces are advancing towards the Chechen border in response to local demands for security against criminals and terrorists. This military action follows accusations from…
Meeting of Leaders of Russia and North Korea - 2002-08-24
On August 24, 2002, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Il met in Vladivostok to discuss a new railway project to…
Removing Nuclear Materials from Terrorists' Reach - 2002-08-24
American officials announced efforts to secure uranium from research reactors in 16 countries to prevent it from falling into the hands of terrorists. A recent…
Connection of the Siberian Railway to the Korean Peninsula - 2002-08-23
Vladimir Putin met with Kim Jong-il in Vladivostok, promising to assist in improving North-South Korean relations. They discussed expanding the Siberian Railway to connect with…
North Korean President in Vladivostok - 2002-08-23
North Korean President Kim Jong Il is in Vladivostok for discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin on bilateral transportation and infrastructure issues, as well as…
Transfer of a Weapons-Grade Uranium Stockpile from Yugoslavia to Russia - 2002-08-23
A stockpile of weapons-grade uranium was transferred from Yugoslavia to a secure location in Russia with the collaboration of U.S. and Russian officials. The operation…
Violent Events in the Separatist Republic of Chechnya - 2002-08-22
Recent violence in Chechnya resulted in the death of a pro-Russian official and a Russian soldier due to a landmine explosion. The ongoing conflict, labeled…
Expansion of Economic Cooperation between China and Russia - 2002-08-22
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov and Chinese Prime Minister Zhu Rongji have signed agreements to enhance economic and trade cooperation, aiming to further increase their…
U.S. Defense Secretary Warns Russia
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld issued a warning to Russia regarding its trade plans with Iraq, suggesting it could deter foreign investment in Russia. This…
Explosion and Collapse of a Five-Story Building in Moscow - 2002-08-21
An explosion caused the collapse of a five-story building in Moscow, trapping 25 people under the rubble. Rescue operations are underway, with at least one…
Casualties from Russian Military Helicopter Crash in Chechnya Reach 110
A Russian military helicopter crash in Chechnya has resulted in 110 casualties, with survivors facing additional dangers from mines. Russian officials attribute the crash to…
Crash of a Russian Helicopter in Chechnya - 2002-08-20
A Russian helicopter crashed in Chechnya, resulting in over 85 soldier fatalities and 32 injuries. Chechen separatists claim responsibility, while Russian officials attribute the crash…
Explosion in Residential Building in Moscow - 2002-08-20
An explosion in a residential building in Moscow has resulted in at least one death and left around 25 people trapped in the rubble. The…
Moscow in Final Stages of Reaching Economic Cooperation Agreement with Iraq
Moscow is finalizing an economic cooperation agreement with Iraq, focusing on oil and electricity sectors, valued at $40 billion over five years. The agreement is…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: The Passing of Larry Rivers - 2002-08-19
Larry Rivers, a prominent Russian pop artist and filmmaker, has passed away at his home. His death marks the loss of a significant figure in…
Suppression of Chechen Rebels by Russia - 2002-08-18
Russian forces are actively suppressing a rebellion in Chechnya, claiming significant separatist casualties while separatist officials report Russian military losses. This conflict highlights ongoing tensions…
Iraq and Russia on the Verge of Signing a $40 Billion Economic Cooperation Agreement
Iraq and Russia are about to sign a significant $40 billion economic cooperation agreement amidst U.S. preparations for a potential military action against Iraq. This…
Flooding in Europe Begins to Subside - 2002-08-17
Flooding in Europe, particularly affecting Dresden, Germany, is beginning to subside after reaching unprecedented levels. Approximately 30,000 residents have been evacuated, and it may take…
Elbe Flooding and Increased Flood Risk - 2002-08-15
Severe flooding from the Czech Republic is impacting Germany and Slovakia, with the Elbe River overflowing in Dresden and the Danube threatening Bratislava. The situation…
Two Nuclear Weapons Production Units in the Islamic Republic - 2002-08-15
An exiled opposition group has revealed that Iran is secretly building two nuclear weapons production units. This news follows Russia's announcement of plans to construct…
Flood Response in the Czech Republic - 2002-08-14
The Czech Republic is facing severe flooding, particularly in Prague, with officials working tirelessly to mitigate damage and save lives. Thousands of emergency responders and…
Peace Corps Withdraws from Russia
The U.S. Peace Corps is withdrawing from Russia due to the refusal of the Russian Foreign Ministry to extend visas for many of its volunteers.…
Georgian Court Ruling Against a Russian Citizen - 2002-08-12
A Georgian court has ordered the detention of Russian citizen David Gazashvili for three months as he is suspected of killing Colonel Igor Zitsov. This…
People of Upper Karabakh Go to the Polls Today for Presidential Election - 2002-08-11
The people of Upper Karabakh are voting for a new president today, with Arkadi Ghukasyan as the leading candidate. The election is controversial, facing opposition…
Severe Floods in China and Europe - 2002-08-10
Severe flooding in Hunan Province, China, has killed at least 70 people, while Europe has seen at least 30 fatalities, predominantly in Russia. The unprecedented…
So far, 18 people have lost their lives due to flooding in southern Russia - 2002-08-09
Severe flooding in southern Russia has resulted in 18 fatalities, with rescue teams recovering more bodies. The flooding has also affected other European countries, leading…
Kim Jong Il to Visit Russia - 2002-08-09
Kim Jong Il is set to visit Russia for discussions with Vladimir Putin. This meeting is significant as it follows previous interactions between the two…
Russia Criticizes Georgia - 2002-08-08
Russia's Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov has criticized Georgia for failing to extradite armed Chechen citizens. Georgia is demanding proof of the Chechens' involvement in criminal…
Russian Government Criticism of Georgia - 2002-08-07
The Russian government has criticized Georgia for not promptly extraditing armed Chechens detained by Georgian border guards. This criticism comes amid rising tensions between the…
Potential Dangers of Nuclear Reactors in Bushehr - 2002-08-05
Henry Sokolski warns about the potential dangers of Iran's Bushehr nuclear reactors, suggesting they could produce nuclear weapons. He highlights concerns over Iran's compliance with…
American Newspapers' Opinions on Current Issues in Iran - 2002-08-04
American newspapers discussed Iran's nuclear collaboration with Russia, highlighting potential changes in Russia's stance. The Washington Post emphasized that Russia's assistance is limited to civilian…
Possibility of Russian Attack on Chechen Rebel Bases in Georgia - 2002-08-03
The UN Refugee Agency has halted aid operations in Georgia's Pankisi Gorge due to fears of a Russian attack on Chechen rebels. Russia claims the…
Colin Powell Called Iraq's Proposal Meaningless and Rejected It - 2002-08-03
Colin Powell rejected Iraq's invitation for UN weapons inspectors to return, calling it meaningless and asserting that Iraq is evading its obligations regarding weapons of…
Skepticism from Britain and the U.S. Regarding Iraq's Invitation to Inspectors - 2002-08-02
The U.S. and Britain are skeptical about Iraq's invitation to UN weapons inspectors, citing concerns over Saddam Hussein's history of manipulation. Meanwhile, Russia views the…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, August 2 - 2002
The article discusses new accusations against Iranian intellectual Aghajari, the Islamic Republic's narrative of a potential U.S. military attack, and Russia's military maneuvers in the…
Under the Microscope: Will Iran Become Dependent on Russia for Nuclear Fuel for Many Years?
The article discusses the potential long-term dependency of Iran on Russia for nuclear fuel as part of its nuclear development program. It features an interview…
Russia's Military Maneuvers in the Caspian Sea - 2002-08-01
Russia has launched significant military exercises in the Caspian Sea involving over 10,000 personnel and 60 warships. The maneuvers aim to assert Russia's ability to…