September 2002
A German Citizen Killed in a Bomb Explosion in Riyadh
A German citizen was killed in a car bomb explosion in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The incident highlights ongoing violence targeting foreigners, attributed to rival gangs…
Saudi Arabia Withdraws Ambassador from Qatar
Saudi Arabia has recalled its ambassador from Qatar amid ongoing tensions primarily due to Al Jazeera's critical coverage of the Saudi royal family. This diplomatic…
Hamid Karzai's Visit to Three Gulf Countries - 2002-09-28
Hamid Karzai is visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE to seek financial support for Afghanistan's reconstruction. This visit is significant as it marks his…
Hosni Mubarak: Iraq Must Take UN Weapons Inspectors Seriously - 2002-09-27
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak urged Iraq to accept UN weapons inspectors to avoid a potential US-led military attack. This statement was made during a meeting…
Delayed Visas for Entry into the U.S. Are Being Issued
The U.S. has processed 10,000 delayed visa applications from Arab and Muslim countries, addressing concerns raised after the September 11 attacks. This move is part…
Egyptian President's Visit to Saudi Arabia - 2002-09-25
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak visited Saudi Arabia to discuss the potential U.S. invasion of Iraq and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He conveyed a letter from Iraqi…
Russian Foreign Minister Urges Israel to End Siege of Yasser Arafat's Headquarters - 2002-09-22
The Russian Foreign Minister has called on Israel to lift the siege on Yasser Arafat's headquarters, emphasizing the need for diplomatic engagement in the Israeli-Palestinian…
Palestinians Face a Humanitarian Catastrophe - 2002-09-20
The Saudi Foreign Minister highlighted the humanitarian crisis faced by Palestinians at the UN, condemning terrorism while urging global attention to injustices that fuel it.…
Under the Microscope: Two Bills Presented on Elections and Presidential Powers - 2002-09-16
Abbas Abdi warns that reformists, including Khatami, may exit power if two crucial bills on elections and presidential powers are rejected. The discussion also touches…
Khatami's Meeting with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia - 2002-09-14
Mohammad Khatami, the President of Iran, met with Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah in Jeddah to discuss the U.S.-Iraq conflict and bilateral relations. This meeting is…
Under the Microscope: The Consequences of September 11 in Iran - 2002-09-12
The article discusses the implications of the September 11 attacks in Iran, particularly focusing on President Khatami's visit to Saudi Arabia and its objectives. This…
Saudi Government Statement on September 11 - 2002-09-11
On the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the Saudi government condemned terrorism and denied involvement in the attacks, while also reaffirming its commitment to…
Saudi Officials Strongly Condemn Terrorism - 2002-09-11
On the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, Saudi officials condemned terrorism and denied any involvement in it. Crown Prince Abdullah emphasized Saudi Arabia's commitment…
Full Video Tape Featuring Bin Laden's Voice Broadcast by Al Jazeera - 2002-09-11
Al Jazeera aired a complete video featuring a voice believed to be Osama bin Laden, naming the 19 hijackers of the September 11 attacks. This…
Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia Welcome EU Peace Plan
Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia have expressed support for the EU's 'Roadmap' peace plan aimed at establishing a Palestinian state by 2005. Jordan's Foreign Minister…
Saddam Hussein: America Wants to Dominate Middle Eastern Oil Reserves - 2002-09-03
Saddam Hussein accused the U.S. of wanting to overthrow his regime to control Middle Eastern oil reserves. This statement was made during a meeting with…
Swedish Police Have Until Tomorrow to Charge Karim Shati
Swedish police are under pressure to charge Karim Shati, who is accused of attempting to hijack a plane. Shati has admitted to possessing a weapon…