November 2002
Philippines Government Criticizes Canada and Australia
The Philippine government has condemned Australia and Canada for closing their embassies due to potential terrorist threats, calling the action unfriendly and a blow to…
Australia Closes Its Embassy in the Philippines Indefinitely
Australia has closed its embassy in the Philippines due to a specific terrorist threat from Islamic extremists. Foreign Minister Alexander Downer advised Australians to avoid…
World Leaders' Reactions to the Terrorist Attack in Kenya - 2002-11-28
A terrorist attack occurred in Kenya, with world leaders responding strongly. The UK, Russia, Israel, and Germany condemned the attack, while Kenya's President vowed to…
Comments by Hadi Panahi Regarding Student Protests - 2002-11-27
Students in Iran have been protesting for over two weeks against the death sentence of Hashem Aghajari, calling for freedom of expression and political reforms.…
Russia's Request to Georgia for the Extradition of Chechen Separatists - 2002-11-27
Russia has requested Georgia to extradite eight Chechen separatists, claiming that there are no legal grounds for Georgia's refusal, especially after the European Court of…
The U.S. and NATO Can Use Bases in Germany Against Iraq - 2002-11-27
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder announced that U.S. and NATO forces can utilize German military bases and airspace for operations against Iraq, but Germany will not…
Construction Operations in Space - 2002-11-27
Astronauts on the 'Endeavour' shuttle successfully connected a significant construction piece to the International Space Station. This operation is crucial for the station's development and…
Meeting of the Crew of Endeavour with Astronauts at the International Space Station - 2002-11-26
The Endeavour spacecraft facilitated a meeting between new and current astronauts at the International Space Station. The new crew, consisting of one American woman and…
Endeavour Spacecraft Docks in Earth's Orbit - 2002-11-25
The Endeavour spacecraft successfully docked with the International Space Station, bringing three new astronauts to replace the current crew. This mission is significant as it…
Cautious Response from Bush Administration to Potential Financial Aid from Saudi Arabia to Two September 11 Hijackers - 2002-11-24
The Bush administration is cautiously responding to investigations into potential Saudi financial support for two September 11 hijackers. Officials emphasize that it is premature to…
Bush Administration Officials: It's Too Early to Judge Saudi Government's Support for Terrorists
Bush administration officials are cautious about concluding that the Saudi government supported the September 11 hijackers, as investigations are ongoing. The Saudi ambassador's wife is…
Austrian People Went to Polling Stations Today - 2002-11-24
Austrian citizens voted today in parliamentary elections where no party is expected to achieve a majority. The conservative People's Party and the Socialist Democrats are…
Arash Pehlavan Nasir's Views on Student Demands
Arash Pehlavan Nasir, a student leader, addresses the ongoing protests and demands of Iranian students in an interview. His insights reflect the broader student movement…
If Iraq Knows That the Threat of War is Serious, Cooperation with Weapons Inspectors Will Increase - 2002-11-21
The Bush administration is seeking support from around 50 countries for potential military action against Iraq if it does not comply with UN resolutions. Philip…
New Oil Leaks Near Sunken Tanker
The northwest coast of Spain is facing a new wave of pollution from the sunken tanker "Prestige," with significant oil spills threatening local ecosystems. Approximately…
Chinese President Emphasizes the 1994 Agreement
Chinese President Jiang Zemin has called on the U.S. and North Korea to respect the 1994 nuclear agreement during a meeting with former South Korean…
Chinese Delegation to Visit India to Resolve Long-standing Dispute
A Chinese delegation is set to visit India to address a long-standing border dispute, led by Deputy Foreign Minister Wang Yi. This marks the fourteenth…
British Foreign Secretary Confident Iraq Will Be Disarmed
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw expresses confidence that Iraq will be disarmed, contingent on Saddam Hussein's cooperation. He suggests that Saddam understands the consequences of…
Establishment of a Domestic Intelligence Agency in the U.S. - 2002-11-16
The Bush administration is exploring the creation of a domestic intelligence agency to enhance anti-terrorism efforts, separating these duties from the FBI. This initiative follows…
Democrats Protest Changes to the Department of Homeland Security Bill - 2002-11-16
Democratic senators in the U.S. are threatening to delay the Department of Homeland Security bill due to added provisions they deem irrelevant to security. Tom…
Laughing at the Killing of Innocent People - 2002-11-14
A man suspected of involvement in the Bali bombing was seen laughing during his interrogation, provoking outrage among Australians, especially those who lost loved ones…
Pakistan Denies Assisting North Korea's Nuclear Program - 2002-11-14
Pakistan has denied claims that it assisted North Korea's nuclear program until recently, responding to a Washington Post report. The Bush administration is reportedly facing…
Sweden Expels Two Russian Diplomats
Sweden expelled two Russian diplomats due to their involvement in an industrial espionage scandal linked to Ericsson. This action follows the arrest of three Swedes…
Arafat Promises to Investigate Attack on Kibbutz in Northern Israel
Yasser Arafat has vowed to investigate a deadly attack on a kibbutz in northern Israel that resulted in five deaths, including two children. Israel has…
NASA Prepares for Launch of Endeavour Spacecraft
NASA is set to launch the Endeavour spacecraft today from Florida, sending a new crew of astronauts to the International Space Station to replace the…
French Interior Minister Defends Measures to Prevent Entry of Refugees - 2002-11-10
French Interior Minister Nicolas Sarkozy has defended the closure of the Sangatte refugee camp to new arrivals, aiming to send a message globally. This decision,…
Proposal for the Trial of Zacarias Moussaoui in Military Court - 2002-11-10
The Bush administration is considering trying Zacarias Moussaoui, the only person charged in the U.S. for the September 11 attacks, in a military court instead…
Raid in the Hometown of Suspect in Bali Bombing
Indonesian police are investigating the hometown of a suspect involved in the Bali nightclub bombing that killed 180 people. The suspect, known as 'Amrouzi', has…
Iran's Position on Iraqi Refugees - 2002-11-09
Iran has announced that it will accept Iraqi refugees if the U.S. attacks Iraq, but only if their lives are at risk. Refugees will not…
Benjamin Netanyahu Sworn in as Foreign Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu has been appointed as Israel's new Foreign Minister until the upcoming elections. He received congratulations from U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell and…
Elections in Gibraltar - 2002-11-07
Today, the people of Gibraltar are voting on whether to accept shared sovereignty between Spain and Britain over their territory. Both countries have stated they…
Ariel Sharon: Iran is the Center of Global Terrorism - 2002-11-05
Ariel Sharon has declared Iran as the center of global terrorism and called for global pressure on Iran following Iraq. Jack Straw expressed understanding of…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Does Not Confirm Reports Regarding Bin Laden's Son - 2002-11-04
Iran's Foreign Ministry denied reports of expelling one of Osama bin Laden's sons after his illegal entry into the country. The spokesperson mentioned that a…
White House Dismisses North Korean Proposal as Worthless - 2002-11-04
The White House has rejected North Korea's proposal for negotiations regarding its weapons program, insisting that North Korea must first dismantle its nuclear capabilities. The…
Saudi Arabia Will Not Allow Use of Its Facilities for Attack on Iraq
Saudi Arabia has declared it will not permit its resources to be used for a military strike against Iraq unless sanctioned by the UN. Foreign…
Russia Expresses Satisfaction Over Potential Inclusion of Chechen Rebel Groups in Terrorist Organizations List
Russia is pleased about the potential U.S. designation of Chechen rebel groups as terrorist organizations, which could enhance U.S.-Russia cooperation against terrorism. This designation would…
One-Day Summit of African Leaders - 2002-11-03
A summit of African leaders in Abuja, Nigeria, is focused on the readiness to implement peer reviews of their governments to attract foreign investment. The…
North Korean Ambassador to the UN: We are Willing to Negotiate with the US on Nuclear Weapons Program
The North Korean ambassador expressed willingness to negotiate with the US regarding its nuclear program, contingent on the US ending its hostile policies. The US…
Russia Again Criticizes Georgia for Failing to Extradite Chechen Militants - 2002-11-01
Russia has criticized Georgia for not extraditing Chechen militants, claiming that Tbilisi is delaying the process with unreasonable conditions. Georgia has detained eight suspected separatists…
A Suspect Identified in Last Month's Attacks in Bali
Indonesian police have identified a suspect in the deadly nightclub attacks in Bali that killed at least 180 people. The investigation suggests the use of…
Unilateral Sanctions Against Sudan Extended for Another Year
Unilateral sanctions against Sudan have been extended for another year by President Bush due to ongoing concerns about terrorism and human rights violations. The sanctions,…