October 2002
Small Groups of Ugandan and Rwandan Soldiers Remain in Congo - 2002-10-31
Small groups of Ugandan and Rwandan soldiers continue to remain in Congo despite a peace agreement mandating their withdrawal. Human Rights Watch has reported that…
Storm Casualties in Northern Europe Reach Ten
A severe storm in Britain and Northwestern Europe has resulted in at least ten fatalities, primarily from falling trees. Thousands are without power, and significant…
Establishing Financial Discipline and Responsibility in the U.S. Budget - 2002-10-26
The Democratic Party criticized Republicans for mismanaging the budget surplus, leading to economic issues. Democratic candidate Hutchinson highlighted the negative impacts of the current budget…
Burma's Military Government Accused of Using Sexual Violence as a Weapon - 2002-10-18
A UN human rights representative is investigating claims that Burma's military government uses sexual violence as a weapon and forcibly recruits minors. The Burmese government…
Abduction of Burmese Children for Combat - 2002-10-16
Human Rights Watch reports that children as young as 12 in Burma are being abducted to serve in the military, with over 20% of soldiers…