September 2002
South Africa Says It Did Not Sell Uranium to Iraq - 2002-09-26
South Africa has denied British claims that it sold uranium to Iraq, responding to Prime Minister Tony Blair's report suggesting Iraq sought uranium from Africa.…
Mugabe Will Not Attend African Leaders' Summit
Robert Mugabe is boycotting an African leaders' summit in Nigeria aimed at discussing potential sanctions against Zimbabwe due to his controversial re-election. The Commonwealth has…
Plan to Oust the President of South Africa by Extremists - 2002-09-18
A group of white extremists in South Africa planned to forcibly remove the President, leading to the arrest of 10 individuals. Nelson Mandela condemned this…
Mandela Condemns U.S. Reaction to Iraq - 2002-09-17
Nelson Mandela criticized the U.S. for its uncertain response to Iraq's reinstatement of UN weapons inspectors. He urged global leaders to oppose the U.S. stance,…
Severe Oil Spill from a Burning Cargo Ship - 2002-09-14
A cargo ship has caught fire, leading to a significant oil spill that poses a threat to the wildlife in St. Lucia Park in South…
Amnesty International Strongly Condemns Wave of Violence Against Opposition in Zimbabwe - 2002-09-12
Amnesty International condemned violence against opposition in Zimbabwe ahead of local elections. Government-backed extremists are intimidating candidates, leading to withdrawals from the electoral race. This…
Mandela's Criticism of America - 2002-09-11
Nelson Mandela criticized the United States for its foreign policy, claiming it endangers global peace, particularly highlighting the Bush administration's unilateral approach to the Iraq…
Earth Conference Concludes with Approval of Program - 2002-09-05
The Earth Conference concluded with a program aimed at reducing poverty and promoting environmental sustainability, supported by nearly 200 countries. The program includes commitments to…
Colin Powell's Visit to Angola and Gabon - 2002-09-05
Colin Powell is visiting Angola and Gabon to discuss peace efforts and environmental protection. He met with leaders from both countries to address these issues.…
Robert Mugabe Warns Critical White Farmers to Accept His Land Reform Policy
Robert Mugabe has issued a warning to critical white farmers in Zimbabwe to accept his land reform policy or face expulsion. He insists that white…
Final Plan to Combat Poverty Accepted
Delegations at the Earth Summit in South Africa have officially accepted a final plan aimed at combating poverty and preventing environmental destruction. The plan highlights…
U.S. Secretary of State Booed by Environmental Activists at Earth Summit
During the Earth Summit in South Africa, U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell faced boos from environmental activists while discussing U.S. commitments to development aid…
Powell Discusses U.S. Attack on Iraq at Earth Summit - 2002-09-04
Colin Powell addressed the possibility of a U.S. military action against Iraq at the Earth Summit, emphasizing the need for an international coalition. The Danish…
Tariq Aziz: Iraq is Ready to Reduce Existing Tensions with the U.S.
Tariq Aziz announced Iraq's readiness to work with the UN to ease tensions with the U.S. after meeting with Kofi Annan. This cooperation includes the…
Palestinian Supporters Protest Outside Shimon Peres' Speech in Johannesburg - 2002-09-03
Approximately 100 Palestinian supporters protested outside a college in Johannesburg during a speech by Israeli Foreign Minister Shimon Peres. The protests escalated into clashes with…
Russia Warns Against US Military Attack on Iraq - 2002-09-03
Russia has issued a warning against a potential US military attack on Iraq, arguing it would destabilize the region. International leaders, including those from South…
Russia Warns Against Attack on Iraq - 2002-09-02
Russia has issued a warning against a potential U.S. military attack on Iraq, arguing that it would destabilize the region. The warning comes after discussions…
Mbeki Calls for an Actionable Plan to Combat Poverty
Thabo Mbeki, the South African President, urged global leaders at the Earth Summit to develop a practical plan to address poverty and land degradation. The…
Progress in Earth Summit Negotiations - 2002-09-02
Delegations at the Earth Summit have made progress on agricultural subsidies but face ongoing challenges regarding environmental issues. Developing countries are advocating for fair competition…
Mandela Condemns Possible U.S. Attack on Iraq - 2002-09-02
Nelson Mandela condemned the potential U.S. military action against Iraq, expressing concern over the lack of UN approval. He attempted to contact President Bush but…
Kofi Annan and Thabo Mbeki Promised to Protect Future Generations of Earth - 2002-09-01
Kofi Annan and Thabo Mbeki pledged to protect future generations of Earth during a visit to a significant fossil site in South Africa. Their commitment…
Chavez: It Seems OPEC Will Not Increase Oil Production Quotas for Member Countries
Hugo Chavez has expressed skepticism about OPEC's plans to increase oil production quotas for its member countries during an upcoming meeting in Japan. His comments…
Russia Plans to Ratify the 1997 Kyoto Global Treaty
Russia is planning to ratify the 1997 Kyoto treaty on global warming, with several government organizations involved in the final review process. This announcement comes…
Main Obstacle in Drafting Environmental Protection Declaration Removed
Negotiators at the Earth Conference in Johannesburg have resolved a key issue in drafting an environmental protection declaration. Ministers agreed to support the Kyoto Protocol…