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.…
EU Relief Fund Established to Assist Flood Victims - 2002-08-28
The European Commission has launched a relief fund of at least $500 million to support EU member states and candidates affected by recent floods. This…
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…
Qatari Foreign Minister Arrives in Baghdad
The Qatari Foreign Minister has arrived in Baghdad to convince Iraqi officials to permit UN weapons inspectors to return, opposing a potential U.S. attack on…
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…
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…
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…
U.S. Secretary of State Did Not Express Concern Over Human Rights Violations in Argentina
Classified U.S. documents reveal that during a 1976 visit, Secretary of State Henry Kissinger did not express concerns about human rights violations by the Argentine…
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…
Arrival of the President of the European Commission - 2002-08-20
The President of the European Commission has arrived in Europe for an emergency summit focused on countries affected by floods. This involvement highlights the EU's…
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…
Interview with Mohammad Ali Jadari Foroughi - 2002-08-20
The article features an interview with Mohammad Ali Jadari Foroughi, who represents the victims of serial killings in Iran. It highlights the ongoing struggle for…
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…
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…
Two British Soldiers Killed at Kabul Airport - 2002-08-17
Two British soldiers were killed at Kabul Airport, with officials stating that enemy forces were not involved. The incident is under investigation, and the British…
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…
Arrest of Two Jordanian Journalists - 2002-08-15
Two Jordanian journalists were arrested for insulting the Emir of Qatar and jeopardizing Jordan's foreign relations. The arrests follow the closure of Al-Jazeera's office in…
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…
American Company Executives Must Commit to Financial Integrity
American company executives are required to take an oath on the accuracy of their financial documents due to recent corporate scandals and significant bankruptcies. This…
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…
Elections in Nagorno-Karabakh Held - 2002-08-12
Elections were held in Nagorno-Karabakh despite international criticism, with a significant turnout reported. President Arkadi Ghukasyan emphasized the democratic nature of the elections, while foreign…
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…
Attack on Hospital in Pakistan was the Work of Extremist Muslims - 2002-08-10
A deadly grenade attack on a Christian missionary hospital in Pakistan was attributed to anti-Western Islamist extremists. The attack resulted in the deaths of three…
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…
Grenade Attack on a Christian Missionary Hospital in Pakistan - 2002-08-09
A grenade was thrown at a Christian missionary hospital in Islamabad, killing 3 nurses and injuring 23. The attack occurred after a church service and…
Decrease in the Number of Afghan Refugees Willing to Return
The UN Refugee Agency reports a significant decline in Afghan refugees returning home, with only 300,000 returning in July, a 25% drop from May. This…
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…
Vatican Disqualifies 7 Women from Church Service as Priests - 2002-08-05
The Vatican has disqualified seven women from serving as priests, claiming their ordination by a dissident bishop has offended the Catholic Church. The women, from…
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…
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…
Under the Microscope: Is the United States Planning a Military Attack on Iran?
In a discussion on August 1, 2002, Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh addresses concerns raised by the hardline faction in Iran regarding a potential U.S. military attack.…
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…