December 2002
Search for Those Responsible for the Assassination of Three American Philanthropic Doctors - 2002-12-31
Three American doctors providing humanitarian aid in Yemen were assassinated by a terrorist. The U.S. government has pledged to hold the perpetrators accountable and is…
Colin Powell: President Bush Has Not Yet Decided on Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-12-29
UN weapons inspectors are conducting searches in Iraq for evidence of weapons of mass destruction. Colin Powell announced that President Bush has not yet made…
Russian Foreign Ministry: Suicide Bombings on Friday Prove Bombers are Part of International Terrorist Network - 2002-12-29
A suicide bombing in Grozny, Chechnya, killed at least 55 people and injured around 150. The Russian government blames Chechen separatists, while President Putin insists…
The United States and Turkish Officials Discuss Economic Support in Case of War with Iraq - 2002-12-28
U.S. and Turkish officials are in discussions about economic aid to support Turkey's economy if a conflict with Iraq arises. John Taylor from the U.S.…
Organization for the Protection of Journalists - 2002-12-21
Two Al Jazeera journalists were violently interrogated by Dutch peacekeepers in Afghanistan while covering a grenade attack that killed two Afghan workers. The International Federation…
Interview with Vache Valaqourchian, Lebanese-Armenian Director - 2002-12-21
Vache Valaqourchian, a Lebanese-Armenian director, explores the significance of Ashura among Shia Muslims in southern Lebanon in his first documentary. The film aims to connect…
Nine Suspected Militants Linked to Al-Qaeda Network Arrested in Pakistan - 2002-12-19
Nine suspected militants, including two Americans and one Canadian, were arrested in Pakistan during a police raid on a doctor's home. The doctor is accused…
Interview with Alireza Jafarzadeh about Two Nuclear Facilities in Iran - 2002-12-18
American media confirmed the construction of two nuclear facilities in Iran, located in Arak and Natanz. Alireza Jafarzadeh, a key figure in the National Council…
UN Assistance for the Return of Afghan Refugees to Their Country - 2002-12-18
The UN Refugee Agency aims to help 1.5 million Afghan refugees return to Afghanistan, seeking $195 million for new programs. In the past nine months,…
Meeting of American Diplomat with New Leaders of Pakistan - 2002-12-16
An American diplomat met with new Pakistani leaders to discuss the U.S.-led fight against terrorism. Christina Rocca is expected to meet Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah…
Iraqi Opposition Aims to Establish a Democratic Government After Saddam Hussein - 2002-12-15
Iraqi opposition leaders in London plan to create a democratic government after Saddam Hussein's removal, aiming for a representative and accountable administration. However, they face…
The Ballad of the Little Soldier
The documentary 'The Ballad of the Little Soldier' highlights the plight of the Miskito tribe in Nicaragua during the 1980s under Sandinista rule, showcasing their…
Iraqi Opposition Groups Hold Conference in London
Iraqi opposition groups convened in London to strategize for a post-Saddam Iraq, focusing on transitioning to democracy. Around 350 representatives from six groups participated, despite…
The Return of Afghan Refugees to Their Country Will Be Voluntary
An agreement has been made between Pakistan, Afghanistan, and the UN Refugee Agency for the voluntary return of 400,000 Afghan refugees over the next three…
In Response to the Afghan Government's Complaint Regarding Financial Aid - 2002-12-12
The UN has advised donor countries to provide aid directly to the Afghan government following complaints about the allocation of funds. Afghanistan is shifting focus…
Donald Rumsfeld's Visit to the Horn of Africa - 2002-12-11
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld visited the Horn of Africa to stress the significance of combating terrorism. He met with officials in Ethiopia and…
Teachers' Protests in France - 2002-12-08
Teachers, students, and parents in France protested against proposed government budget cuts to education, which threaten thousands of teaching jobs. The government's rationale is to…
Formation of the National Army in Afghanistan - 2002-12-06
A conference took place in Bonn to discuss the establishment of a national army in Afghanistan, supported by the UN and Western nations. This initiative…
China and Russia Call for Preservation of the 1994 Agreement
China and Russia have called on North Korea and the U.S. to adhere to the 1994 nuclear agreement, which aimed to freeze North Korea's nuclear…
Crew of 'Endeavour' Spending Last Day at International Space Station
The crew of the Endeavour shuttle is concluding their mission at the International Space Station and preparing to return to Earth. They are transferring supplies…