September 2002
Washington Representative in Congress: UN Sanctions Against Iraq Have Caused Significant Harm to the People
Three Democratic Congress members visiting Iraq argue that war is not the solution to the weapons issue and highlight the severe impact of UN sanctions…
Elizabeth Jones Goes to Kyiv
Elizabeth Jones, a senior U.S. diplomat, is visiting Ukraine to address concerns over alleged sales of radar systems to Iraq in violation of UN sanctions.…
Ukrainian Government Welcomes Investigations Regarding U.S. Allegations
The Ukrainian government is open to investigations into U.S. claims that President Leonid Kuchma illegally sold radar systems to Iraq. This follows U.S. allegations supported…
Mugabe Will Not Attend African Leaders' Summit
Robert Mugabe is boycotting an African leaders' summit in Nigeria aimed at discussing potential sanctions against Zimbabwe due to his controversial re-election. The Commonwealth has…
For the First Time in Forty Years, American Livestock Entered Havana for Sale
American livestock has entered Cuba for sale for the first time in forty years, coinciding with an agricultural trade exhibition. This event involves over 200…
President Bush: If the United Nations Does Not Act, America Will Act Decisively
President Bush warned that the US would take decisive action against Iraq if the UN fails to act on weapons of mass destruction. Colin Powell…
Powell Meets with Members of the Security Council - 2002-09-16
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is advocating for a UN resolution to allow weapons inspectors back into Iraq, while Iraqi Foreign Minister Najafi Sabri…
Crash of a U.S. Navy Helicopter
A U.S. Navy helicopter crashed in the Persian Gulf, resulting in the death of a civilian cameraman and injuries to four military personnel. The incident…
Sanctions on Tamil Tigers to End
The Sri Lankan government has lifted sanctions against the Tamil Tigers, facilitating upcoming peace talks in Thailand. This decision comes from the Defense Minister's announcement…
Tariq Aziz: Iraq is Ready to Reduce Existing Tensions with the U.S.
Tariq Aziz announced Iraq's readiness to work with the UN to ease tensions with the U.S. after meeting with Kofi Annan. This cooperation includes the…