June 2002
Escape of Refugees in Australia - 2002-06-28
Over 30 refugees escaped from a detention center in Australia with the help of activists. The escape coincided with a hunger strike by the refugees…
The US and Britain Bomb Iraqi Military Facilities for the Second Consecutive Day - 2002-06-21
The US and Britain have conducted airstrikes on Iraqi military sites for two consecutive days, citing retaliation for Iraqi attacks on their aircraft. Iraq reports…
EU Leaders to Discuss Immigration Policy
EU leaders are set to meet in Seville to discuss immigration policies, with the UK and Spain pushing for stricter measures. The meeting faces delays…
Iraq Fired at Allied Aircraft - 2002-06-20
Iraq fired at American and British aircraft during an airstrike in northern Iraq, injuring one person. The allied forces retaliated by bombing an Iraqi anti-aircraft…
General Strike of Workers in Spain in Protest Against Cuts to Unemployment Benefits - 2002-06-20
Workers in Spain are striking against cuts to unemployment benefits, which has not happened in a decade. The government argues the cuts are necessary to…
Air Traffic Workers Strike in Several European Countries - 2002-06-19
Air traffic workers in several European countries are striking today, causing significant flight delays. The strike is in response to proposed reforms that could lead…
Air Traffic Control Workers Strike in Europe - 2002-06-18
Air traffic control workers in Europe are planning a strike in response to the EU's proposal for a unified air traffic control system, which could…
U.S. Fighters Strike Iraqi Air Defense Site in the South - 2002-06-15
U.S. fighter jets attacked an Iraqi air defense site in response to increased Iraqi anti-aircraft fire targeting U.S. and British patrols in a no-fly zone.…
US Attack on One of Iraq's Air Defense Platforms - 2002-06-14
US aircraft attacked an Iraqi air defense platform in response to Iraq's increased aggression towards US and British surveillance flights in a no-fly zone. This…
White House and New Strategic Security Plan - 2002-06-11
The White House is developing a new strategic security plan aimed at preemptive strikes against terrorists and nations with weapons of mass destruction. This plan…
Sweden Tops Its Group
Sweden won against Nigeria 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup, securing their place at the top of their group. Nigeria's loss means they cannot advance…
US Preparedness to Combat Terrorists - 2002-06-02
President Bush announced the US's readiness to take preemptive measures against terrorists to protect Americans. He emphasized the ongoing threat from terrorists planning further attacks,…
Iraq: 3 Injured in Allied Airstrikes - 2002-06-01
Iraq reported that three individuals were injured due to airstrikes by U.S. and British warplanes in southern Iraq. The U.S. claims the strikes were aimed…
Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan Will Result in 9 to 12 Million Deaths - 2002-06-01
The U.S. Department of Defense estimates that a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan could lead to 9 to 12 million deaths in South Asia.…
Best Players of the Second Day - 2002-06-01
On the second day of the World Cup, Miroslav Klose, Jon Dahl Tomasson, and Matt Holland were named the best players of their respective matches.…