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…
Los Angeles Report: In Memory of Laya Koochehfarani - 2002-07-31
Laya Koochehfarani, an Iranian artist known as 'Shams', has passed away, prompting brief interviews with notable figures like Anoushiravan Rouhani in Los Angeles. This event…
European Union: Iran's Position Creates 'Serious Obstacles' to Improving Relations
The EU has expressed that Iran's stance on the Middle East and its pursuit of weapons of mass destruction are major barriers to improving bilateral…
Under the Microscope: The Meeting Between Solana and Khatami - 2002-07-30
The article discusses the meeting between former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami and Javier Solana, the EU's foreign affairs representative, in 2002. Mr. Nouri Zadeh provides…
Nablus Shops and Markets Crowded with Customers on Sunday - 2002-07-29
On Sunday, thousands of Palestinians in Nablus defied Israeli curfews, filling shops and markets despite military restrictions. This act of resistance comes after a recent…
Trapped Miners Return Home
Six miners trapped underground for three days were rescued and returned home, while two remained under medical supervision. Their survival was attributed to their mutual…
Under the Microscope: Solana, Human Rights, and the Islamic Republic - 2002-07-29
Javier Solana is meeting with Iranian officials to discuss human rights issues, which he deems crucial for European relations with Iran. Dr. Alireza Nourizadeh provides…
Solana Identifies Iran's Behavior as a Serious Obstacle to Closer Relations with Europe - 2002-07-29
Javier Solana, the EU's foreign policy chief, highlighted Iran's actions regarding the Middle East and weapons of mass destruction as significant barriers to improved relations…
Progress in the Rescue Operation of Miners in Pennsylvania - 2002-07-28
Rescue efforts for nine trapped coal miners in Pennsylvania have made significant progress, according to Governor Mark Schweiker. The miners have been stuck 80 meters…
Afghanistan Joins International Treaty Banning Landmines - 2002-07-28
Afghanistan is set to join the international treaty banning landmines, with over 140 countries already signatories. Foreign Minister Abdullah Abdullah and transitional leader Hamid Karzai…
All Miners Trapped in Mine Have Been Rescued - 2002-07-28
Nine miners trapped in a Pennsylvania coal mine for three days have been successfully rescued. They will need medical care due to the conditions they…
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…
Efforts to Rescue Miners in Pennsylvania Continue - 2002-07-26
Rescue operations for nine miners trapped in a flooded Pennsylvania mine are ongoing but have faced setbacks due to a broken drill. Rescue teams are…
Javier Solana, EU Foreign Affairs Chief, in the Indian Subcontinent - 2002-07-26
Javier Solana, the EU Foreign Affairs Chief, is in India to mediate tensions between India and Pakistan, focusing on resuming negotiations. The situation is critical…
EU Foreign Policy Chief to Meet with Iranian President
Javier Solana, the EU foreign policy chief, is set to meet with the Iranian President to discuss Middle Eastern issues and bilateral relations. This visit…
Liberian Soldiers Reoccupy a Strategic City Sixty Kilometers from the Capital
Liberian soldiers have regained control of Tappita, a strategic city near Monrovia, from rebel forces. This development follows a three-month occupation by the rebels, and…
Maritime Interception of Suspected Terrorists - 2002-07-20
U.S. officials have detained two men arrested by the Canadian Navy in the Arabian Sea, seeking information on Al-Qaeda hideouts post-Afghanistan. A Pentagon source confirmed…
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…
U.S. Does Not Confirm Reports of Bin Laden Being Alive - 2002-07-15
Reports suggest that Osama bin Laden was injured during a U.S. military operation in Afghanistan but has since recovered. The U.S. government acknowledges these reports…
Severe Storm in the Pacific Leaves 100 Dead
A severe storm in the Pacific has resulted in 100 fatalities and extensive damage, particularly in the Philippines. Over one million people have been impacted,…
China Emphasizes Defensive Nature of Its Military
China has responded to U.S. accusations of planning an attack on Taiwan by emphasizing its military's defensive nature and low defense spending. This reaction follows…
Al-Qaeda Fighters Gather at the Tajikistan Border - 2002-07-12
Military officials are warning of Al-Qaeda fighters gathering near the Tajikistan border, potentially planning to enter the country. The presence of Russian and Tajik forces…
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…
Meeting of the US, Europe, and Russia Regarding the Middle East - 2002-07-03
A meeting took place involving the US, Russia, EU, and UN to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and potential reforms in Palestinian leadership. President Bush…
Errant Bomb Strikes Wedding Ceremony in Kandahar - 2002-07-01
An American bomb mistakenly struck a wedding in Kandahar, reportedly killing around one hundred people. The Pentagon has acknowledged the incident but cannot confirm the…