May 2002
Blatter Re-elected as FIFA President - 2002-05-30
Sepp Blatter has been re-elected as FIFA president, defeating Issa Hayatou amid allegations of mismanagement. The election results show a significant margin, with Blatter receiving…
Russia Recognized as a Country with a Free Economy
Russia has been officially recognized by the European Union as a country with a free economy following discussions between Vladimir Putin and EU leaders. This…
Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, Hosts European Union Leaders in Moscow
Vladimir Putin is hosting EU leaders in Moscow, focusing on economic issues and trade relations. The meeting aims to enhance trade and investment between Russia…
Car Bomb Explosion in Spain - 2002-05-24
A car bomb exploded at the University of Navarra in Pamplona, injuring two people. The attack is linked to the Basque separatist group, which had…
Palestinian Exiles Leave Cyprus - 2002-05-22
Twelve Palestinian militants are being relocated from Cyprus to six European countries after being exiled by Israel. This move follows a 39-day siege of the…
Transfer of Exiled Palestinians from Cyprus - 2002-05-21
A Spanish plane will transfer 12 Palestinian extremists exiled by Israel from Cyprus to various European countries. This transfer follows an agreement related to the…
European Countries Reach Agreement on 13 Exiled Palestinian Militants - 2002-05-21
European countries have agreed to relocate 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel, with 12 going to six different countries and one remaining in Cyprus. This…
Madrid Meeting Continues - 2002-05-18
The Madrid meeting involved EU leaders and Latin American officials discussing trade and political relations. They emphasized the need for cooperation against terrorism and drug…
Summit of Leaders from the European Union, Latin America, and the Caribbean - 2002-05-17
The summit of leaders from the EU, Latin America, and the Caribbean is taking place in Madrid, with 48 countries represented. Spanish Prime Minister José…
The European Union Has Yet to Resolve the Status of Palestinians Accused of Terrorism - 2002-05-17
The EU is struggling to find a resolution for 13 Palestinian militants exiled by Israel after a crisis at the Church of the Nativity. Six…
Final Decision on Destination of 13 Exiled Palestinian Extremists Delayed
The EU foreign ministers have delayed a final decision on the destination of 13 Palestinian extremists exiled by Israel. Six EU countries have offered to…
13 Exiled Palestinian Militants Entered Cyprus
Thirteen exiled Palestinian militants have arrived in Cyprus as part of an agreement to resolve the standoff in Bethlehem. They are expected to leave Cyprus…
Agreement on the Stalemate at the Church of the Nativity - 2002-05-09
Negotiators have reached an agreement to end the Israeli siege of the Church of the Nativity, allowing most of the 123 Palestinians inside to leave.…
European Union Adds Eleven Groups and Organizations to Its Terrorist List - 2002-05-03
The European Union has officially added eleven groups, including the PKK and MEK, to its terrorist list, which requires member states to freeze their assets.…
Bush Meets with European Union Leaders in Washington - 2002-05-02
President Bush is meeting with EU leaders to address trade disputes and foreign policy issues. The EU, led by Spanish Prime Minister José María Aznar,…