December 2002
Israeli Soldiers Kill 5 Palestinians in Occupied Territories - 2002-12-31
Israeli soldiers killed 5 Palestinians in various incidents in the occupied territories, including one in Gaza and three in the West Bank. The events follow…
Israeli Soldiers Shoot Two Palestinians - 2002-12-31
Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Palestinian during a crossfire in Gaza, with unclear circumstances surrounding the incident. Thousands of Palestinians gathered to commemorate the…
Armed Palestinian Disguised as Israeli Soldier Killed in Gaza Strip - 2002-12-30
An armed Palestinian disguised as an Israeli soldier was killed by Israeli troops while trying to infiltrate Israel from Gaza. Concurrently, Israeli forces reportedly shot…
Memorial Ceremony for Seven German Soldiers, International Peacekeepers - 2002-12-30
A memorial ceremony took place for seven German soldiers who died in a helicopter crash while serving as international peacekeepers near Kabul. This event highlights…
A Palestinian Boy Killed During Clashes in Tulkarem
An eleven-year-old Palestinian boy was killed by Israeli soldiers during clashes in Tulkarem. Witnesses report he was shot from a jeep, while Israeli officials deny…
Israeli Police Arrest Suspect in Suicide Bombing - 2002-12-29
Israeli police arrested a suspected suicide bomber after a bomb exploded prematurely. This incident follows an attack by armed Palestinians that killed four Israelis. The…
Islamic Jihad Promises to Avenge the Death of Abu Rahoub
Islamic Jihad has vowed to retaliate for the killing of its leader Hamza Abu Rahoub by Israeli forces during clashes in the West Bank. The…
Christmas Celebrations in Asia - December 24, 2002
Christians globally celebrate Christmas amid heightened security due to fears of terrorist attacks. In Indonesia, extensive police presence is noted, while in Bethlehem, celebrations are…
Extension of German Soldiers' Mission
The German parliament has approved the extension of its soldiers' mission in Afghanistan, with plans to increase the number of peacekeepers by 1,200 in two…
Two Suspected Palestinian Militants Killed in the West Bank
Two suspected Palestinian militants were killed by Israeli soldiers in the West Bank, specifically near Jenin. Palestinian authorities have called for parliamentary elections to take…
A Military Helicopter Belonging to Peacekeepers Crashed into a House in Kabul - 2002-12-22
A military helicopter crashed in Kabul, killing seven German peacekeepers and two Afghan girls. The crash occurred due to technical difficulties while the helicopter was…
Increased Military Pressure from American Forces in the Persian Gulf - 2002-12-20
The U.S. plans to double its military presence in the Persian Gulf, increasing pressure on Iraq. This move is part of a strategy leading to…
Violence Continues in the Occupied Territories - 2002-12-18
Violence persists in the occupied territories as a Palestinian teenager is killed by Israeli soldiers in Rafah, Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon expresses willingness…
Venezuela's Oil Industry Managed by Soldiers Loyal to the President
Venezuela's oil production has plummeted by over eighty percent due to a general strike against President Hugo Chavez, with soldiers now managing the oil industry.…
Sean Penn's Visit to Iraq - 2002-12-18
Sean Penn, the American actor, visited Iraq for three days during a time when UN weapons inspectors were searching for weapons of mass destruction. This…
U.S. Officials Negotiating the Use of Military in Covert Propaganda Operations - 2002-12-17
U.S. defense officials are debating the potential use of military resources for covert propaganda operations abroad, which could include funding journalists and schools. Critics warn…
Two American Soldiers Injured by Grenade Attack in Kabul
A grenade attack in Kabul injured two American soldiers and a translator. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Afghanistan, particularly for foreign military personnel.…
The First Special Anti-Terrorism Battalion of Georgian Soldiers is Ready for Operations
The first battalion of Georgian soldiers trained by American instructors is now operational. This initiative, supported by a $64 million program, aims to strengthen Georgia's…
South Korean Protests Against the U.S. - 2002-12-14
Thousands of South Koreans protested in Seoul against the U.S. following the deaths of two teenagers caused by American soldiers. The protests called for a…
Israeli Soldiers Kill One of the Leaders of the Palestinian Group Hamas - 2002-12-14
Israeli soldiers killed Tariq Abd Rabbo, a leader of Hamas, during a raid in the Nur Shams refugee camp. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict…
President Bush Announces Smallpox Vaccination Program for U.S. Soldiers and Health Workers - 2002-12-13
President Bush has announced a vaccination program for half a million soldiers and health workers against smallpox due to concerns over potential biological attacks from…
Five Unarmed Palestinians Killed by Gunfire in Gaza Strip
Five unarmed Palestinians were shot and killed by Israeli soldiers in Gaza, coinciding with the deaths of two Israeli soldiers in Hebron. This incident highlights…
A Palestinian woman killed by Israeli soldiers in southern Gaza Strip
A Palestinian woman was killed by Israeli gunfire in southern Gaza, with her three children injured. This incident occurred amidst ongoing violence in the region,…
Massacre in War-Torn Western Ivory Coast - 2002-12-07
A massacre occurred in the village of Monoko Zohi in western Ivory Coast, where government soldiers allegedly killed over 120 civilians. The government denies involvement,…
Discovery of Mass Grave in Ivory Coast - 2002-12-06
A mass grave was discovered in Ivory Coast, leading to accusations between the government and rebels regarding responsibility. French soldiers, who are in the country…
Reservists of the U.S. Armed Forces Are Being Called to Service - 2002-12-05
The Pentagon is preparing to call up a significant number of U.S. National Guard members and reservists in anticipation of a potential war in Iraq.…
Four Palestinians Killed in Violence on Monday in the West Bank and Gaza Strip - 2002-12-03
On Monday, four Palestinians were killed in clashes in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, including a teenage boy shot by Israeli soldiers. The incidents…
American Forces Attacked in Afghanistan - 2002-12-03
American forces in Afghanistan were attacked by armed assailants near Jalalabad. No American casualties were reported, and air support was requested to pursue the attackers.…
Two Palestinians Killed Following Israeli Soldiers' Raid on Beit Lahia
Israeli soldiers conducted a raid in Beit Lahia, resulting in the deaths of two Palestinians and the destruction of homes linked to militant groups. Additionally,…
Protests Against the Death Penalty in 60 Countries Worldwide - 2002-12-01
Opponents of the death penalty held the 'World Day Against the Death Penalty' in approximately sixty cities globally, highlighting the ongoing issue despite many countries…