November 2002
The United States and the United Nations Express Concern Over Increasing Political Turmoil in Venezuela - 2002-11-30
The U.S. and the UN are concerned about escalating political unrest in Venezuela as opposition groups plan a general strike. U.S. officials have warned against…
Venezuela's Supreme Court Cancels Referendum
Venezuela's Supreme Court has invalidated a planned referendum that would have asked citizens if President Hugo Chavez should resign. This decision comes amid ongoing tensions…
Two Palestinian militant groups intensify their actions
Two Palestinian militant groups, Hamas and Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades, have pledged to increase attacks on Israel following the deaths of their leaders in an explosion…
Alaa al-Sabbagh was a local leader of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades - 2002-11-27
Two senior Palestinians, including local Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades leader Alaa al-Sabbagh, were killed in an Israeli airstrike in Jenin. The incident highlights ongoing tensions and…
Public Service Workers Strike in France - 2002-11-26
Public service workers in France are striking against wage cuts and plan a major demonstration in Paris. The strikes have disrupted flights and public transport…
A Major Strike for Wage Increases is Ahead in France - 2002-11-26
A significant strike by civil servants in France is set to occur, with airport control tower staff initiating a 32-hour strike that has already led…
British and American Aircraft Attack Iraqi Mobile Radar Platform in No-Fly Zone in Southern Iraq
British and American aircraft attacked an Iraqi mobile radar platform in a no-fly zone in southern Iraq. The U.S. Central Command reported the use of…
Fifth Attack in the Past Week on Iraqi Military Facilities - 2002-11-22
American and British warplanes have conducted their fifth attack in a week on Iraqi military facilities, targeting telecommunications in response to Iraqi jets entering a…
US and UK Patrol Aircraft Attack Iraqi Military Facilities - 2002-11-21
US and UK aircraft attacked Iraqi military sites after being fired upon in a no-fly zone. The US claims this was a defensive measure against…
British and American Fighter Bombers Attack Iraqi Air Defense - 2002-11-20
On November 20, 2002, British and American fighter bombers attacked Iraqi military communication sites in response to anti-aircraft fire. The U.S. claims the attack was…
Venezuelan National Guard Clashes with Anti-Government Protesters for Second Day - 2002-11-19
The Venezuelan National Guard clashed with anti-government protesters for the second day, using tear gas to disperse crowds opposing the army's takeover of the police.…
Iraq Cooperates with Weapons Inspectors - 2002-11-17
Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister announced the country's cooperation with UN weapons inspectors to refute U.S. claims of possessing weapons of mass destruction. Hans Blix is…
The killer of two CIA agents will be executed by lethal injection late today in Virginia - 2002-11-14
Mir Aamil Kansi, convicted of killing two CIA agents in 1993, is set to be executed in Virginia today, prompting protests in Pakistan. His tribal…
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…
Israel Prepares for Military Response to Sunday Attack
Israel is preparing a military response to a deadly attack on a communal farm that killed five civilians. The attack was carried out by a…
If there is an attack on Iraq, the duration of bombing will be shorter than in 1991 - 2002-11-10
President Bush is considering a military attack on Iraq, which would start with airstrikes and be shorter than the 1991 Gulf War bombing. The operation…
Sergey Davanov is a staunch critic of the Kazakh government - 2002-11-07
Sergey Davanov, a prominent opposition journalist in Kazakhstan, has been charged with raping a minor, which he claims is a fabricated accusation aimed at silencing…
Powerful Earthquake Measuring 5.6 on the Richter Scale Strikes Northern Pakistan
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck northern Pakistan, killing at least 17 and injuring 65, leaving over 2,000 homeless. The Pakistani army is conducting extensive rescue…