May 2002
Lack of Enthusiasm for Elections in Algeria - 2002-05-31
Algeria's parliamentary elections saw less than half of eligible voters participating, largely due to a boycott and a recent massacre. The low turnout, especially in…
Voter Turnout in Algeria's Elections Was Low - 2002-05-31
Algeria's parliamentary elections saw a historic low voter turnout of 47.5%, with only 3% in the Kabylie region amid protests by the Berber minority. The…
Algerian Parliamentary Elections Continue - 2002-05-30
Algerian parliamentary elections are ongoing amid opposition boycotts and violence, with a reported 30% voter turnout. The Berber minority is protesting against perceived discrimination, while…
President Musharraf's Warning - 2002-05-30
President Musharraf of Pakistan warns of a severe counterattack if India strikes first, emphasizing the potential for war to escalate into Indian territory. British Foreign…
Boycott and Violence Cast Shadow Over Algerian Elections - 2002-05-30
Algerians are voting today under the influence of a boycott and violence linked to Islamic fundamentalism. Major opposition parties and the Berber minority are protesting…
Colombia Grants Political Asylum to Pedro Carmona - 2002-05-27
Colombia has granted political asylum to Pedro Carmona, a Venezuelan businessman and former president during a brief coup against Hugo Chavez. Carmona escaped house arrest…
American Jets Strike Iraqi Positions - 2002-05-25
American jets conducted a second strike on Iraqi air defense positions in response to hostile actions against U.S. surveillance aircraft. This ongoing military engagement highlights…
Terrorists Want to Strike America Again - 2002-05-25
Vice President Dick Cheney warns that terrorists are actively seeking weapons of mass destruction and intend to attack the U.S. again. He addressed Naval Academy…
More Strikes in South Korea - 2002-05-23
In South Korea, as the World Cup approaches, approximately 40,000 workers, including hospital staff, have gone on strike demanding better wages and working conditions. The…
Workers' Strike in South Korea - 2002-05-22
Thousands of workers in South Korea have gone on strike despite government warnings about potential disruptions to the World Cup finals. The strike, initiated by…
South Korea Concerned About Strikes During World Cup Matches - 2002-05-21
The South Korean government is worried about potential strikes by labor unions during the upcoming World Cup, threatening severe actions against any disruptive actions. The…
South Korean Labor Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike
South Korean labor unions are threatening a nationwide strike against the government's privatization plans. The strike could involve 65,000 workers and is timed just before…
Continuation of Operation Eagle in Paktia Province - 2002-05-19
Coalition forces are actively searching for Al-Qaeda and Taliban hideouts in eastern Afghanistan, particularly in Paktia Province. An airstrike by U.S. forces resulted in the…
American Drone Crash in Pakistan - 2002-05-18
An American spy drone crashed near a U.S. military base in Pakistan, with the cause still unknown. This incident occurs amid ongoing military operations in…
Coalition Forces Kill Several Al-Qaeda and Taliban Fighters - 2002-05-17
Coalition forces, including Australian troops, engaged in combat with Al-Qaeda and Taliban fighters in Paktia, resulting in the deaths of several militants. The incident highlights…
Negotiations to End Strike in Germany - 2002-05-15
The largest industrial union in Germany is negotiating with employers to end a significant strike that began on May 5. Union representatives demand a wage…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Strikes in Germany - 2002-05-14
Strikes have erupted in Stuttgart and southern Germany, primarily affecting the automobile manufacturing sector. The protests began last week and are still continuing. This situation…
Labor Strikes in Germany Expand - 2002-05-13
Labor strikes in Germany are growing as the IG Metall union seeks higher wages, expanding to Berlin and Brandenburg. The union has rejected a management…
Israeli Military Strike in Response to Suicide Bombing - 2002-05-09
In response to a suicide bombing in Tel Aviv that killed 15, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is poised to launch a military strike, likely…
Strikes in Germany Will Lead to Wage Increases - 2002-05-09
The IG Metall union in Germany is expanding strikes for higher wages, with thousands of workers participating across various sectors. The strikes are significant as…
Exchange of Fire Between Hezbollah Fighters and Israeli Soldiers - 2002-05-07
Hezbollah and Israeli soldiers exchanged fire at the Lebanon-Israel border, marking the most intense clash in recent weeks. Each side blames the other for starting…
Landmine Explosion by Maoist Rebels - 2002-05-07
A landmine explosion by Maoist rebels in Jharkhand, India, has resulted in the deaths of at least 14 police officers and injuries to several others.…
Second Day of German Workers' Strike - 2002-05-07
German workers are on their second day of a strike demanding higher wages, led by the IG Metall union which has halted work in key…
Fifty Thousand German Workers Go on Strike - 2002-05-06
Fifty thousand German workers have gone on strike, potentially impacting Germany's economy. The strike is expected to disrupt key industries and has arisen from failed…
Iraq Reports One Killed and Three Injured Due to Allied Airstrikes in the North
Iraq has reported casualties from airstrikes by American and British forces in the northern region. The U.S. military claims the strikes were in response to…