July 2002
Georgia Accuses Russia of Bombing Pankisi Valley - 2002-07-30
Georgia has accused Russia of conducting airstrikes in the Pankisi Valley, which Russia claims is a refuge for Chechen separatists. The Russian military denied the…
India Does Not Allow Observers to Monitor Kashmir Elections - 2002-07-28
The U.S. Secretary of State, Colin Powell, is mediating tensions between India and Pakistan over Kashmir, emphasizing the need for peace talks and the release…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: New German Defense Minister - 2002-07-27
Peter Struck was sworn in as the new German Defense Minister during a special parliamentary session. His first official trip will be to Afghanistan, highlighting…
Grenade Explosion in Austria - 2002-07-27
A grenade explosion in a disco in Linz, Austria, injured approximately 20 teenagers, with most victims aged 15 to 19. The incident is significant due…
New German Defense Minister: International Force Mission in Afghanistan Will Be Extended
Peter Struck, the new German Defense Minister, announced the likely extension of the international peacekeeping mission in Afghanistan beyond December. He met with President Hamid…
U.S. Congress Representatives Call for Leadership Change in Iran - 2002-07-26
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is pushing for a resolution to support regime change in Iran, citing the nuclear threat Iran poses. This initiative…
Peacekeeping Mission in Afghanistan Likely to Be Extended
The German Defense Minister suggests that the peacekeeping mission in Afghanistan may be extended beyond December. This comes amid calls from Afghan President Hamid Karzai…
Interview with Siamak Shojaei on Instability in the US Stock and Securities Market - 2002-07-25
Siamak Shojaei discusses the ongoing instability in the US stock market, highlighting the lack of confidence despite the Bush administration's efforts. This situation is significant…
What Issues Led to the Change in U.S. Policy Towards Iran?
The article discusses the factors that prompted a shift in U.S. policy towards Iran, featuring insights from Dr. Anthony Cordesman. This change is significant as…
China Condemns U.S. Actions
The Chinese government condemned the U.S. for considering new sanctions against nine Chinese entities for arms sales to Iran. This reflects ongoing tensions between the…
Regarding the Bankruptcy of WorldCom - 2002-07-22
The article discusses the bankruptcy of WorldCom and features an interview with Dr. Shojaei by Abbas Malayeri. It highlights the implications of this corporate failure…
Jack Straw Will Not Meet Pervez Musharraf
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw visited Pakistan to discuss reducing tensions between India and Pakistan but did not meet with President Pervez Musharraf. The talks…
Convicted Terrorist Sentenced to Death for Daniel Pearl's Murder Files Appeal
Ahmed Omar Sheikh, convicted for the murder of journalist Daniel Pearl, has filed an appeal claiming false evidence led to his conviction. This case has…
Decline of Confidence in the Economic Market - 2002-07-20
Wall Street experienced a significant drop in stock values, the worst in almost four years, due to disappointing corporate revenue reports and new management scandals.…
Calendar Day, July 20: The First Human on the Moon - 2002-07-20
On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first human to walk on the Moon, marking a significant achievement in space exploration. This event is…
British Foreign Secretary Visits to Reduce Tensions Between India and Pakistan
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw is in India to address tensions between India and Pakistan regarding Kashmir. He noted that while relations remain strained, there…
Ahmed Omar Sheikh Requests Appeal - 2002-07-19
Ahmed Omar Sheikh has filed an appeal against his death sentence for the murder of journalist Daniel Pearl. His lawyer is optimistic that the judges…
The Possibility of War Between India and Pakistan Remains Strong - 2002-07-19
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw has warned of the high risk of conflict between India and Pakistan, with over a million troops on alert at…
Removal of German Defense Minister - 2002-07-18
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder has requested the appointment of a new Defense Minister due to financial scandals involving Rudolf Scharping. Peter Struck is proposed as…
Dispute Between the Security Council and the U.S. Over New International Court Resolved
The UN Security Council and the U.S. have resolved their differences regarding the new international criminal court, with the court set to prosecute war crimes.…
Washington's Diplomatic Note to Iraq - 2002-07-12
The U.S. has declined Iraq's offer to send investigators regarding missing pilot Scott Speicher from the Gulf War, opting instead to inquire if Iraq has…
Severe Fluctuations in Global Stock Markets - 2002-07-11
Global stock markets faced severe fluctuations due to massive selling on Wall Street. Asian and European markets also saw significant declines in stock values. This…
Israel Arrested at Least 10 Palestinians Last Night - 2002-07-11
Last night, the Israeli army arrested at least 10 Palestinians in Nablus on suspicion of militancy, linked to attacks on Israeli forces. The closure of…
Criticism of the U.S. Position - 2002-07-10
The U.S. is criticized for seeking immunity for its peacekeepers in the new International Criminal Court, which is intended to prosecute war crimes. Canadian and…
Call for Increased Budget to Combat AIDS - 2002-07-10
The head of the UN AIDS program is calling for a significant increase in global funding to combat AIDS, highlighting a shortfall in available resources.…
Third Anniversary of the Attack by Islamic Republic Security Forces on Tehran University Campus - 2002-07-09
The Iranian Ministry of Interior banned all commemorative demonstrations on the third anniversary of a violent crackdown on students protesting the closure of a newspaper.…
Medco Reports $12 Billion Excess Revenue in Accounting Records
Medco, a subsidiary of Merck, has reported $12 billion in excess revenue in its accounting, raising concerns about financial practices in large U.S. companies. This…
Fire in Mine Claims 34 Victims
A fire in a coal mine in Donetsk, Ukraine, resulted in the deaths of 34 miners, with 74 others rescued. The incident has prompted a…
Increased Security Measures at U.S. Airports - 2002-07-07
Following a shooting incident at Los Angeles International Airport, U.S. authorities have increased security measures at airports nationwide. The shooter, Hisham Mohamed Hedayat, an Egyptian…
Fire in Coal Mine - 2002-07-07
A fire in a coal mine in Donetsk, Ukraine, resulted in the deaths of 33 miners. Over 100 workers were present at the time of…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, July 5 - 2002
This week, Iranian media reported on the formation of the Tehran Corps, increasing corruption, and the arrest of young people. Reports from The New York…
Trial of Main Suspect in Daniel Pearl's Murder Nears Conclusion
The trial of Ahmed Sheikh Omar, the main suspect in the murder of journalist Daniel Pearl, is concluding with defense attorneys seeking his acquittal, claiming…
Interview with Siamak Shojaei on the Government's Trade Deficit - 2002-07-04
The Deputy for Production Affairs in Iran's Ministry of Industries suggests that the trade deficit creates jobs abroad. Dr. Siamak Shojaei argues that this perspective…
Cuba Denies Rumors of Intention to Assist Unauthorized Migrants to the U.S.
Cuba has refuted claims that it would assist unauthorized migrants to the U.S. on Independence Day. The Cuban government accuses the Florida Cuban community of…
No Resumption of Talks Between the U.S. and North Korea - 2002-07-03
The U.S. has canceled plans for talks with North Korea following a deadly naval clash that resulted in casualties on both sides. The incident has…
Israel Gradually Eases Complete Restrictions on Movement
Israel is gradually easing movement restrictions on Palestinians in the West Bank, a decision made by senior cabinet members. The nighttime curfew remains in place…
Visit of the British Foreign Secretary to India and Pakistan - 2002-07-03
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw will visit India and Pakistan to address the Kashmir crisis, which recently escalated tensions between the two nations. The visit…
Murder of a Chinese Diplomat in Kyrgyzstan - 2002-07-01
A Chinese diplomat was killed and another injured by unknown assailants in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The incident raises concerns about potential involvement of Uyghur separatists from…
Arrest of Escaped Refugees in Australia - 2002-07-01
Fourteen out of thirty-five escaped refugees have been arrested in Australia after fleeing from a remote detention center. The police received tips from local residents,…