October 2002
U.S. Government's $15 Million Advertising Campaign for Muslims Worldwide - 2002-10-31
The U.S. government has initiated a $15 million advertising campaign to promote its image of tolerance towards Islam, starting in Indonesia before Ramadan. The campaign…
December is the Month of Presidential Elections in Kenya - 2002-10-30
Kenya is set to hold presidential elections on December 27, 2002, marking the end of Daniel arap Moi's 24-year presidency. Uhuru Kenyatta is the ruling…
Israeli Coalition Government Falls - 2002-10-30
The Israeli coalition government collapsed after the resignation of Labor Party leaders over disagreements on funding for Jewish settlements. Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is now…
Returned Documents to Kuwait Are Incomplete - 2002-10-29
Kuwait asserts that Iraq has not fully returned the stolen archives from the 1990 occupation, with only personal documents returned so far. The Kuwaiti Minister…
Science and Society: A New Understanding of the Large Moon Titan Part 1 and 2 - 2002-10-29
The article discusses NASA's renewed focus on Titan, Saturn's large moon, which has intrigued astronomers for three centuries. Mansour Farahian highlights the scientific curiosity surrounding…
Interview with Mr. Nemat Ahmadi Regarding the Arrest of Mr. Granpayeh - 2002-10-27
The article features an interview with Dr. Nemat Ahmadi discussing the legal implications of the judiciary's actions against the National Institute for Polling Research following…
The Battle of Chile
The article discusses 'The Battle of Chile', a documentary film by Patricio Guzmán that chronicles the events leading up to the 1973 coup in Chile.…
Death of American Senator in Plane Crash - 2002-10-25
Democratic Senator Paul Wellstone of Minnesota died in a plane crash along with his wife, daughter, and five others. This incident occurred just two weeks…
The Hour of the Ovens
The documentary 'The Hour of the Ovens' explores the liberation movements in Latin America, particularly focusing on Argentina's historical context and the exploitation by corporations.…
A Hardline Court in Tehran Arrests Director of a Polling Institute
A hardline court in Tehran has arrested the director of a polling institute for publishing a poll that showed significant support among Iranians for improving…
Following the Failure of Kashmiri Parties to Form a Local Government
The Indian federal government has assumed direct control over Jammu and Kashmir after local political parties failed to establish a government. The former Chief Minister,…
Iraq to Return Stolen Documents from Kuwait
Iraq is returning stolen documents from Kuwait, taken during its occupation a decade ago. The handover is supervised by the UN and is part of…
Armed Conflict in Colombia - 2002-10-16
An armed conflict in Medellín, Colombia, resulted in the deaths of at least 13 soldiers and leftist rebels during a military operation to expel guerrillas…
Press Conference of the National Council of Resistance of Iran in Washington - 2002-10-16
The National Council of Resistance of Iran held a press conference in Washington, asserting its right to operate in the U.S. as a registered foreign…
London Takes Control of Northern Ireland Administration Again - 2002-10-14
The British government is set to suspend the local government of Northern Ireland and take direct control amid allegations of espionage involving Sinn Féin. This…
Victory of the National Liberation Front in Algeria - 2002-10-12
The National Liberation Front, led by President Bouteflika, won the majority of seats in Algeria's local elections. However, voter turnout was significantly lower in Berber…
Results of Kashmir Elections End the Dominance of a Family in the Region's Political Scene - 2002-10-11
The recent elections in Kashmir have resulted in the loss of power for the National Conference party and its leader Omar Abdullah, marking the end…
The President of Pakistan Promises to Transfer Power to Civilians Next Month - 2002-10-11
President Pervez Musharraf of Pakistan has pledged to transfer power to a civilian government next month following elections for parliament and provincial assemblies. This marks…
The People of Pakistan Participate in Parliamentary Elections Today - 2002-10-10
Today, Pakistanis are voting in parliamentary elections for the first time since General Musharraf's military coup. Musharraf promises to transfer power to a civilian leader…
First Parliamentary Elections in Pakistan - 2002-10-10
Pakistan is conducting its first parliamentary elections since General Musharraf's coup in 1999, with reports of low voter turnout and election-related violence. Key political figures,…
UNESCO Award to Aung San Suu Kyi - 2002-10-05
Aung San Suu Kyi received the UNESCO Nadanjit Singh Award for her commitment to tolerance and non-violence. This recognition highlights her leadership in the pro-democracy…
Press Conference of the National Union for Democracy in Iran - 2002-10-03
A press conference was held by the National Union for Democracy in Iran in Washington, D.C., attended by Iranian youth in the U.S. Mr. Abi…
Closure of Polling Institute in Iran - 2002-10-02
A polling institute in Iran was closed by authorities after it published a poll showing that 74% of Iranians favor establishing relations with the U.S.…