September 2002
Israeli Forces Shooting in Palestinian Refugee Camp Leads to Death of 13-Year-Old Boy
Israeli soldiers shot and killed a 13-year-old boy in a Palestinian refugee camp, injuring 25 others, many of whom were students. The incident occurred during…
Discussions Among West African Countries Continue - 2002-09-30
West African officials are meeting with Côte d'Ivoire's President to find a peaceful resolution to a military rebellion. Rebel forces have taken control of key…
Arafat Exits Siege
Yasser Arafat emerged from his besieged headquarters in Ramallah after Israeli soldiers withdrew following international pressure. He criticized the Israeli actions as deceptive and stated…
French and American Forces Begin Evacuating Foreigners in Ivory Coast - 2002-09-29
French and American forces have started evacuating foreigners from Korhogo, a city controlled by rebels in Ivory Coast. This move comes as government forces prepare…
Yasser Arafat Exits His Besieged Building in Ramallah - 2002-09-29
Yasser Arafat emerged from his besieged headquarters in Ramallah after Israeli soldiers withdrew slightly due to international pressure. He raised his fingers in a victory…
France's Readiness to Send Aid to Military Forces in Ivory Coast - 2002-09-28
France is prepared to send logistical support to the military in Ivory Coast as rebel forces gain ground. The situation is critical as French troops…
Palestinians March to Commemorate Intifada - 2002-09-28
Thousands of Palestinians marched in Gaza and the West Bank to mark the second anniversary of the Intifada, showing support for Yasser Arafat. During the…
One of the Leaders of Hamas Killed - 2002-09-27
A Hamas leader was killed during an Israeli raid in Hebron, while several others were injured in Gaza. The incident highlights ongoing violence in the…
U.S. Military Exercise with Kuwaiti Forces - 2002-09-26
The U.S. is conducting a large-scale military exercise with Kuwaiti forces, starting next week and continuing into October. While the Pentagon claims these exercises are…
Nigeria's Assistance in Suppressing the Rebellion in Ivory Coast - 2002-09-26
Nigeria has sent fighter jets to assist the Ivorian government in quelling a rebellion in Bouaké, where rebels have taken control. French forces are evacuating…
Training of Dissident Iraqi Forces - 2002-09-25
The Bush administration plans to train 10,000 Iraqi dissidents to support U.S. military efforts in Iraq, with training possibly starting this week. This initiative aims…
Ivory Coast Commercial Center is Under Government Control - 2002-09-24
Government forces in Ivory Coast have entered the rebel-held city of Bouaké, which had been under rebel control since Thursday. Residents reported gunfire during a…
New York Mayor Concludes Trip with Visit to American Soldiers in Afghanistan - 2002-09-24
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg ended his four-day international trip with a visit to American soldiers in Afghanistan, where he expressed gratitude for their service…
Discovery of Propaganda Materials for Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan - 2002-09-23
U.S. special operations forces in Afghanistan uncovered weapons and propaganda materials linked to Osama bin Laden, along with other items such as computers and passports.…
Second Round of Kashmir Elections to Be Held Tomorrow - 2002-09-23
The second round of elections in Kashmir is scheduled for tomorrow amidst rising violence, with at least ten people killed recently, including Islamic militants. The…
Palestinian Protests in the West Bank - 2002-09-22
Four Palestinians were killed during protests against Israeli military actions in the West Bank, where hundreds showed support for Yasser Arafat's leadership. Arafat refuses to…
Europe Criticizes Israel Over Three-Day Siege of Yasser Arafat's Headquarters - 2002-09-22
Europe, particularly France, has condemned Israel's three-day siege of Yasser Arafat's headquarters, calling for an immediate end to what they describe as a horrific situation.…
Ivory Coast President Promises to Destroy Conspirators - 2002-09-22
Ivory Coast President Laurent Gbagbo has vowed to eliminate conspirators attempting to overthrow him as rebel forces strengthen their positions in key cities. The violence,…
Russian Foreign Minister Urges Israel to End Siege of Yasser Arafat's Headquarters - 2002-09-22
The Russian Foreign Minister has called on Israel to lift the siege on Yasser Arafat's headquarters, emphasizing the need for diplomatic engagement in the Israeli-Palestinian…
Following Failed Coup Conspiracy, Clashes Continue in Ivory Coast - 2002-09-20
Clashes between government forces and rebels continue in Ivory Coast following a failed coup attempt. The government claims to have suppressed the uprising, but rebels…
Pursuit of Al-Qaeda Terrorists in Yemen - 2002-09-19
U.S. military is deploying 800 special operations soldiers to Djibouti to potentially pursue Al-Qaeda terrorists in Yemen, alongside an assault ship stationed nearby. While U.S.…
Warning Shots Fired at a UN Delegation
Israeli soldiers fired warning shots at a UN delegation visiting the Rafah refugee camp in Gaza, prompting the UN to consider a formal complaint. No…
Increase in Islamic Militant Attacks in Kashmir - 2002-09-19
The U.S. ambassador to India reported a rise in attacks by Islamic militants from Pakistan in Kashmir, coinciding with a deadly clash that killed five…
Conviction of a Farmer for Murder - 2002-09-18
A white farmer in Zimbabwe, Philip Bezuidenhout, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for the murder of a black man, Fabian Mapenzauswa, who had…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Pentagon Orders American Soldiers
The Pentagon has issued orders to American soldiers in Afghanistan to avoid growing beards and wearing local attire to uphold military discipline. This directive highlights…
Israeli Soldiers Open Fire on UN Delegation - 2002-09-18
Israeli soldiers fired warning shots at a UN delegation visiting a Palestinian refugee camp in Rafah, causing no injuries. The delegation aimed to assist residents…
Transfer of Anti-Terrorism Operations Responsibility to Special Operations Command - 2002-09-18
The U.S. Department of Defense is set to transfer more anti-terrorism operations to the Special Operations Command for covert actions against Al-Qaeda. This decision has…
Increased Search for Al-Qaeda Operatives in Yemen - 2002-09-16
The U.S. is ramping up efforts to find Al-Qaeda operatives in Yemen, where Osama bin Laden has ancestral ties. Special forces are training local troops…
A Palestinian Arrested on Charges of Preparing a Suicide Bombing Attack - 2002-09-15
A Palestinian man was arrested near Jenin for allegedly preparing a suicide bombing. Israeli forces intensified security ahead of Yom Kippur and discovered bomb-making materials.…
Qatari Foreign Minister Meets with U.S. Military Officials
The Qatari Foreign Minister is meeting with U.S. military officials to discuss military cooperation amid preparations for a new command center potentially aimed at Iraq.…
U.S. Army to Transfer Some Central Command Elements to Qatar
The U.S. Army is moving some Central Command elements to Qatar, a strategic location for potential military action against Iraq. This follows a briefing by…
Transfer of U.S. Central Command to Qatar - 2002-09-12
The U.S. Central Command is relocating key elements to Qatar to establish a new command center for potential military operations against Iraq. This move follows…
Calendar Day, September 11: Terrorist Attack on New York and the Pentagon - 2001-09-11
On September 11, 2001, three hijacked planes were used in terrorist attacks against the World Trade Center in New York and the Pentagon in Washington,…
Report on the Impact of Airplanes on the Twin Towers of New York - 2002-09-11
On the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, President Bush leads a memorial ceremony for over 3,000 victims. He will observe a moment of silence…
Precautionary Measures on the Anniversary of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-09-10
On the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the U.S. closed its embassies in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia due to credible terrorist threats. Security measures…
Maoist Rebels Kill Over 100 Police and Soldiers
Maoist rebels in Nepal have killed over 100 police and soldiers in recent attacks, prompting the government to consider reinstating a state of emergency. This…
Anti-Aircraft Missiles Deployed at the Pentagon and Other Locations in Washington
The U.S. Department of Defense is deploying mobile anti-aircraft missiles in Washington, D.C. as part of a military exercise named Clear Skies Number 2, coinciding…
September 11 Slides Presentation - 2002-09-10
The article discusses a presentation of slides related to the September 11 attacks, featuring key locations and events such as the Pentagon, the Twin Towers,…
Sweet and Lowdown
The article discusses the film 'Sweet and Lowdown,' directed by Woody Allen, which explores the life of jazz guitarist Emmet Ray in the 1930s. The…
News and Opinions: The Day Bin Laden Forgot God - 2002-09-08
The article reflects on the September 11 attacks, emphasizing that the perpetrator, Bin Laden, acted without recognizing God. It discusses the implications of human rights…
Happiness
The article discusses the film 'Happiness' directed by Todd Solondz, highlighting its controversial themes and the portrayal of marginalized characters. It is noted for its…
Welcome to the Dollhouse
The article discusses the film 'Welcome to the Dollhouse' directed by Todd Solondz, which explores the challenges faced by American adolescents through the story of…
American and British Aircraft Bomb Important Command Center in Iraq
On September 7, 2002, American and British aircraft conducted a significant airstrike on an Iraqi command center in response to Iraqi gunfire at allied planes.…
Request for Illegal Declaration of Israeli Occupation of Palestinian Territories
Eight Israeli reserve soldiers have filed a petition to the Supreme Court to declare the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories illegal. This marks a significant…
Israeli Police Destroy Bomb-Laden Vehicle
Israeli police destroyed a vehicle loaded with explosives in northern Israel, while a separate incident in Gaza resulted in the death of an Israeli soldier…
Clashes in Lebanon Leave Three Dead - 2002-09-04
Clashes in a Lebanese refugee camp resulted in three fatalities, including two Palestinians and a Lebanese soldier, with at least 14 others injured. The conflict…
U.S. Navy Deploys Tanks and Heavy Armored Vehicles to the Persian Gulf - 2002-09-04
The U.S. Navy is sending tanks and heavy armored vehicles to the Persian Gulf, marking the third military shipment this month. This move is reminiscent…