Securities and Exchange Commission
July 2002
Meeting of Senior Officials from the United States and Russia - 2002-07-31
Senior officials from the U.S. and Russia met in Moscow to discuss nuclear weapons and non-proliferation. The U.S. is concerned about Russia's plan to build…
Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the United States and North Korea - 2002-07-31
Colin Powell and Paek Nam-Sun met informally during the ASEAN conference to discuss U.S.-North Korea relations. Powell emphasized the importance of addressing nuclear non-proliferation and…
Colin Powell's Informal Meeting with North Korean Foreign Minister - 2002-07-31
Colin Powell met with North Korean Foreign Minister Pak Nam Sun at a security conference, marking the highest level of contact in two years. Both…
Meeting of the U.S. Secretary of State with the Prime Minister of Malaysia - 2002-07-30
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell met with Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad to discuss regional security and terrorism support. This meeting is part of…
U.S. Secretary of State Meets Singapore Prime Minister - 2002-07-30
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell met with Singapore's Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong to discuss support for anti-terrorism efforts. Powell's trip includes visits to…
U.S. Defense Secretary: If bin Laden is killed, his son will lead al-Qaeda
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld warned that if Osama bin Laden is killed, his son Saad bin Laden could take over leadership of al-Qaeda. This…
Death of Military Leader in Algeria - 2002-07-30
Rashid Abu Tarab, the leader of the Islamic Armed Group in Algeria, was killed along with 14 members during a military operation against security forces.…
Afghanistan: One Person Arrested in Kabul While Attempting a Terrorist Act
A man was arrested in Kabul while attempting to execute a terrorist attack involving explosives in his vehicle. The incident was thwarted due to a…
Southeast Asia Anti-Terrorism Pact Will Not Lead to U.S. Military Presence in the Region
The Malaysian Foreign Minister stated that the upcoming anti-terrorism pact between the U.S. and Southeast Asian nations will not facilitate a U.S. military presence in…
Colin Powell's Meeting with the Prime Minister of Thailand - 2002-07-29
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, is on a diplomatic mission in Southeast Asia to garner support against terrorism. He is meeting with various…
Colin Powell Arrives in Malaysia - 2002-07-29
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, is on a diplomatic tour of Southeast Asia to strengthen regional support against terrorism. He has arrived in…
Powell: The Start of India-Pakistan Talks Depends on the Leaders of Both Countries
Colin Powell indicated that the initiation of talks between India and Pakistan regarding Kashmir depends on the leaders of both nations. He highlighted the reduced…
Southeast Asia Committed to Fight Against Terrorism - 2002-07-29
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is visiting Southeast Asia to strengthen support for the U.S.-led fight against terrorism. He has met with leaders in…
India Does Not Allow Observers to Monitor Kashmir Elections - 2002-07-28
The U.S. Secretary of State, Colin Powell, is mediating tensions between India and Pakistan over Kashmir, emphasizing the need for peace talks and the release…
Colin Powell's Non-Position on Pakistan Elections - 2002-07-28
Colin Powell did not take a stance on Benazir Bhutto's eligibility for the upcoming elections in Pakistan, emphasizing the need for free and transparent elections.…
Settlers Kill 14-Year-Old Palestinian Girl
A 14-year-old Palestinian girl was killed by Israeli settlers in Hebron, with several others injured. This incident follows the death of an Israeli soldier and…
Solana's Call for Dialogue on Kashmir - 2002-07-28
Javier Solana, the EU's foreign policy chief, has called for India and Pakistan to start talks to resolve their Kashmir dispute, emphasizing that tensions affect…
U.S. Secretary of State's Visit to India - 2002-07-27
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is visiting India to address the Kashmir conflict with Indian leaders and will meet with Pakistani leaders afterward. This…
U.S. Welcomes Recent Statement from North Korea - 2002-07-27
The U.S. has expressed approval of a recent statement from North Korea indicating a desire to resume talks. Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State,…
U.S. Secretary of State's Visit to India and Pakistan - 2002-07-27
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is visiting India and Pakistan to address long-standing tensions between the two countries. Indian officials emphasized that Pakistan must…
India: Terrorism is Still Part of Pakistan's Official Policy - 2002-07-25
India plans to inform U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell that terrorism is still part of Pakistan's official policy during his upcoming visit. This comes…
Meeting of Afghanistan's Foreign Minister with Colin Powell - 2002-07-25
Abdullah Abdullah, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, met with U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell to discuss delays in foreign aid for Afghanistan's reconstruction. The meeting highlights…
Israel Heavily Criticized at United Nations Security Council Meeting
The United Nations Security Council criticized Israel for an airstrike in Gaza that killed 15 Palestinians, including a Hamas leader. Arab diplomats called for a…
Conspiracy in Colombia - 2002-07-25
Colombian secret police disrupted a planned hijacking and suicide attack by leftist rebels aimed at the presidential palace during the inauguration of Alvaro Uribe. The…
India: Terrorism is Part of Pakistan's Policy - 2002-07-24
India is preparing to tell U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell that terrorism remains a part of Pakistan's policy, particularly in relation to Kashmir. This…
UN Security Council Strengthens Arms Embargo Against Somalia - 2002-07-23
The UN Security Council has unanimously reinforced the arms embargo against Somalia due to concerns about the country becoming a base for criminal activities. The…
Spain and Morocco End Recent Disputes
Spain and Morocco have reached an agreement to end a recent crisis over a small uninhabited island in the Mediterranean. The agreement includes demilitarization and…
Request for Increase in Multinational Security Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-07-20
The UN is urging the Security Council to increase the multinational security force in Afghanistan to enhance security beyond Kabul. Lakhdar Brahimi highlighted the vulnerability…
Indictment Issued Against Suspect Leading Greek Terrorist Group - 2002-07-20
An indictment has been issued against Alexandros Giotopoulos, a suspected leader of the November 17 terrorist group, for six murders since 1975. He was arrested…
Morocco Refuses to Accept Non-Occupation of Perejil Island
Morocco has refused to accept a non-occupation agreement regarding Perejil Island, which is disputed with Spain. Foreign Minister Mohamed Ben Aïssa claims his statements were…
Mary Robinson: The Fight Against Terrorism Should Not Lead to Human Rights Violations - July 20, 2002
Mary Robinson, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, emphasized that the global fight against terrorism must respect human rights. She called on governments to combat…
Latest Peace Efforts in the Middle East - 2002-07-18
President Bush is actively pursuing new diplomatic efforts for peace in the Middle East, meeting with foreign ministers from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan to…
Death Penalty Requested for Four Pakistani Men Accused of Rape
A prosecutor in Pakistan is seeking the death penalty for four men accused of raping a woman under the orders of a village council. The…
Leaking Confidential Information to the Press Will Be Punished - 2002-07-17
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld warns against unauthorized leaks of classified information to the media, emphasizing the risks to national security and the potential…
Third Indictment Issued Against Zacarias Moussaoui - 2002-07-17
Zacarias Moussaoui has received a third indictment related to the September 11 attacks, which could lead to the death penalty. He is the only individual…
Workers' Protest Turned Violent
Thousands of workers protested in Tehran against a government decision increasing employer powers, leading to a violent incident where windows and doors were broken. The…
Settlement of John Walker Lindh's Lawyers with Prosecutors - 2002-07-16
John Walker Lindh, a 21-year-old from California, confessed to fighting for the Taliban and supporting al-Qaeda in a federal court, likely avoiding a life sentence…
New York Talks for Peace in the Middle East - 2002-07-16
High-ranking officials from the U.S., Russia, EU, and UN are meeting in New York to discuss a peace plan for the Middle East, focusing on…
Under the Microscope: Talks to Revive the Middle East Peace Process - 2002-07-16
High-level talks are taking place in New York involving U.S., Russian, and UN officials aimed at reviving the Middle East peace process. President Bush's recent…
Indian Officials Criticize Pakistan Following Islamic Militants' Attack in Kashmir - 2002-07-14
An attack by suspected Islamic militants in Kashmir resulted in 27 deaths, prompting Indian officials to blame Pakistan. The incident could escalate tensions between India…
Dispute Between the Security Council and the U.S. Over New International Court Resolved
The UN Security Council and the U.S. have resolved their differences regarding the new international criminal court, with the court set to prosecute war crimes.…
Israeli Airstrike Today on Building in Gaza Strip - 2002-07-14
An Israeli airstrike targeted a building in the Gaza Strip believed to be a Hamas bomb-making facility, injuring at least 10 people. The attack involved…
American Peacekeepers Temporarily Exempted from Possible Prosecution by International Criminal Court
The UN Security Council has passed a resolution temporarily exempting American peacekeepers from prosecution by the International Criminal Court. This decision, supported by the US,…
Trial of Marwan Barghouti - 2002-07-12
Israel plans to trial Marwan Barghouti, a key Palestinian leader, in a civilian court, which he refuses to recognize. This situation highlights ongoing tensions between…
Colin Powell to Visit Eight Asian Countries - 2002-07-12
Colin Powell is expanding his upcoming trip to Asia to include eight countries, aiming to encourage dialogue between India and Pakistan and advance U.S. anti-terrorism…
Support of Parliament Representatives for Ayatollah Taheri - 2002-07-12
Over 100 Iranian lawmakers supported Ayatollah Jalaluddin Taheri after his resignation in protest against the religious extremists' management of the country. His resignation coincided with…
Possibility of Iran Achieving Nuclear Weapons - 2002-07-11
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell addressed concerns from Congress about Iran's potential to develop nuclear weapons. This issue is significant as it raises alarms…
Pakistani Judge Evaluating Evidence Against 4 Islamist Militants - 2002-07-11
A Pakistani judge is assessing evidence against four Islamist militants accused of kidnapping and murdering journalist Daniel Pearl. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, while…
U.S. Secretary of State to Visit India and Pakistan Soon - 2002-07-10
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is set to visit India and Pakistan to ease nuclear tensions and promote dialogue over Kashmir. President Bush supports…
President Bush's Phone Conversations with Leaders of Israel and Saudi Arabia - 2002-07-10
President Bush engaged in constructive phone talks with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah about Middle East peace efforts. These discussions…
Call for Increased Budget to Combat AIDS - 2002-07-10
The head of the UN AIDS program is calling for a significant increase in global funding to combat AIDS, highlighting a shortfall in available resources.…
Iraq Seeks to Continue Negotiations
Iraq is eager to resume negotiations with the UN regarding the return of weapons inspectors after previous talks ended without agreement. The outcome is crucial…
Angry Protesters Attack Tommy Thompson
At the International AIDS Conference in Barcelona, angry protesters interrupted and attacked U.S. Secretary of Health Tommy Thompson, criticizing the U.S. for inadequate support in…
President Bush Calls for Prosecution of Errant Executives - 2002-07-09
President Bush announced plans to prosecute executives of companies that violate laws, particularly in light of the WorldCom scandal. He emphasized the need for increased…
Third Anniversary of the Attack by Islamic Republic Security Forces on Tehran University Campus - 2002-07-09
The Iranian Ministry of Interior banned all commemorative demonstrations on the third anniversary of a violent crackdown on students protesting the closure of a newspaper.…
Request for Assistance in Investigation of Recent Assassination in Afghanistan - 2002-07-08
The Afghan government has requested international assistance to investigate the assassination of Vice President Haj Abdul Qadeer, who was killed by armed assailants. This incident…
Three Palestinians Killed in Two Incidents
Three Palestinians were killed in two separate incidents involving Israeli soldiers. A 40-year-old woman and her 2-year-old daughter were shot in their car near a…
Increased Security Measures at U.S. Airports - 2002-07-07
Following a shooting incident at Los Angeles International Airport, U.S. authorities have increased security measures at airports nationwide. The shooter, Hisham Mohamed Hedayat, an Egyptian…
30,000 Palestinians vowed to take revenge on Israel - 2002-07-06
Around 30,000 Palestinians pledged revenge against Israel following the death of a local leader in a car explosion, which they attribute to Israeli forces. This…
First Independence Day Celebration After Terrorist Attacks - 2002-07-05
The first Independence Day celebration after the September 11 attacks saw large crowds and heightened security measures across the U.S. President Bush emphasized national unity…
First Independence Day Celebrations After the September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-07-05
The first Independence Day celebrations after September 11 were marked by heavy security and a shooting incident at LAX where an Egyptian man killed two…
July 9th, Anniversary of the Attack by Security Forces on Student Dormitories
The article commemorates the anniversary of the 1999 attack by Iranian security forces on student dormitories, featuring an interview with Parviz Safari, a spokesperson for…
Pakistan: 4 Terrorists and at Least 3 Security Personnel Killed
In a clash near the Afghan border, four suspected Al-Qaeda members and at least three Pakistani security personnel were killed. The incident highlights ongoing violence…
President Bush Calls for Immunity for American Peacekeepers - 2002-07-04
President Bush has called for immunity for American peacekeepers as the UN Security Council extends its peacekeeping mission in Bosnia until July 15. The U.S.…
Curfews in Palestinian Areas May Be Reduced
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced a potential reduction in daytime curfews in occupied Palestinian areas if calm is maintained, while nighttime curfews will continue.…
US and UN Disagreement Over International Criminal Court - 2002-07-03
The US and UN are in disagreement over the International Criminal Court, with President Bush stating that the US will not join the court and…
Israel Gradually Eases Complete Restrictions on Movement
Israel is gradually easing movement restrictions on Palestinians in the West Bank, a decision made by senior cabinet members. The nighttime curfew remains in place…
Los Angeles Report: Second Generation Dialogue in America - 2002-07-02
A conference featuring second-generation Iranian-Americans took place, where young speakers discussed their experiences and perspectives. This event highlights the ongoing dialogue among Iranian expatriates in…
Implementation of the Treaty Establishing the International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court treaty has been implemented, but the U.S. continues to seek exemptions for its soldiers from the court's jurisdiction. The Bush administration…
Bush Will Not Retreat from Pressure for New Palestinian Leadership - 2002-07-01
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell affirmed that President Bush will continue to press for new Palestinian leadership despite ongoing violence undermining peace efforts. While…