August 2002
New U.S. Sanctions Against North Korea - 2002-08-23
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on North Korea for selling Scud missiles to Yemen, targeting the company involved and other government entities. This is a…
Iran and Bahrain Oppose Unilateral Attack on Iraq - 2002-08-18
King Hamad of Bahrain visited Iran and issued a joint statement with Iranian leaders opposing any unilateral military action against Iraq. This visit is significant…
Reduction of Certain Sanctions After September 11 - 2002-08-16
The U.S. has suggested easing UN sanctions on individuals and entities linked to the September 11 attacks. This proposal aims to allow countries to support…
Saddam Hussein Feels No Fear of the United States - 2002-08-08
Saddam Hussein declared that he is not intimidated by U.S. threats and is ready to defend Iraq against potential military action. He emphasized the need…
Reduction in Oil-for-Food Program for Iraq - 2002-08-07
The UN's Oil-for-Food program for Iraq is facing a significant budget cut due to reduced oil sales, raising concerns about humanitarian aid. Benon Sevan urges…
Iraqi Foreign Minister: Baghdad Committed to UN Resolutions
Iraq's Foreign Minister Najy Sabri affirmed Baghdad's commitment to UN resolutions and described the invitation for UN weapons inspectors to return as a step towards…
Iraq Invites Weapons Inspectors to the Country - 2002-08-02
Iraq has invited UN weapons inspectors for discussions that could lead to new inspections regarding its weapons programs. This move comes amid ongoing tensions with…