May 2002
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…
Judiciary Describes Open Support for Improved Relations with the U.S. as a Crime
The Iranian Judiciary has declared that openly supporting improved relations with the U.S. is a crime, following hardline rhetoric from Supreme Leader Khamenei. Reformist lawmakers,…
Samsung's $1 Million Donation to Chinese Football Fans - 2002-05-28
Samsung has donated $950,000 to support Chinese football fans traveling to South Korea for the World Cup. This initiative aims to promote their products while…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Second National Assembly of Afghanistan - 2002-05-27
The second National Assembly of Afghanistan took place in Mazar-i-Sharif, focusing on its quality and objectives. Journalist Nazi Baghlari interviewed Amanuddin Timuri about the assembly's…
Vietnamese Communist Party Secures Ninety Percent of Parliamentary Seats - May 26, 2002
The Vietnamese Communist Party has won 90% of the seats in the National Assembly following recent elections, with nearly full voter participation. The results indicate…
Ronaldo's First Goal for Brazil After Nearly 3 Years - 2002-05-26
Ronaldo scored his first goal for Brazil in nearly three years during a friendly match against Malaysia, contributing to a 4-0 victory. The match was…
Germany in a High-Scoring Match - 2002-05-26
Germany's national football team won a friendly match 10-0 against a Japanese club, boosting coach Rudi Voeller's optimism for the upcoming World Cup. Despite injuries…
Parliamentary Elections in Vietnam - 2002-05-25
The Communist Party of Vietnam has consolidated its power in the National Assembly following recent parliamentary elections, with nearly full voter turnout reported. A total…
Fire at Iran's Ministry of Oil - 2002-05-25
A fire at Iran's Ministry of Oil resulted in one death and at least ten injuries, primarily from smoke inhalation. Firefighters worked for four hours…
England Coach's Prediction - 2002-05-24
Sven-Göran Eriksson, the coach of England's national football team, predicts a strong performance in the upcoming World Cup despite losing several key players to injuries.…
Another Terrorist Attack on America is Almost Certain
Vice President Dick Cheney warns that another terrorist attack on the U.S. is almost certain, stressing the timing rather than the possibility of such an…
General Elections of the National Assembly of Vietnam - 2002-05-19
On the anniversary of Ho Chi Minh's birth, Vietnam is holding general elections for its National Assembly, which is becoming increasingly significant as it addresses…
Aung San Suu Kyi Visits One of Her Party's Political Offices - 2002-05-17
Aung San Suu Kyi visited a political office of her party in Rangoon, marking her first public appearance after her recent release from house arrest.…
Cuban Dissidents' Leader Welcomes Carter's Remarks
Oswaldo Payá, a leader of the Cuban dissident movement, welcomed former U.S. President Jimmy Carter's support for a referendum on political and economic reforms in…
Calendar Day, May 15: Establishment of the National Women's Society for the Achievement of Voting Rights - 2002-05-15
On May 15, 2002, the National Women's Society was established to advocate for women's voting rights in the United States. This organization aims to push…
Carter's Visit to Cuba Begins - 2002-05-12
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has begun a five-day visit to Cuba, marking the first visit by a sitting or former U.S. president since the…
Cuban Dissidents Demand Referendum on Reforms
Cuban dissidents have submitted a petition for a referendum on democratic reforms, coinciding with Jimmy Carter's visit. They seek to ensure freedoms and political changes,…
Continued Suppression of Reformists in Syria - 2002-05-10
Two Syrian intellectuals, Aref Dalileh and Habib Saleh, have been charged with insulting the government and threatening national unity amid ongoing suppression of reformists in…
Aung San Suu Kyi Meets with Several Foreign Diplomats
Aung San Suu Kyi met with foreign diplomats after being released from house arrest. This meeting marks a significant step in her efforts to engage…
Aung San Suu Kyi, Leader of Myanmar's Opposition, Released
Aung San Suu Kyi has been released from house arrest after 19 months. This marks a significant moment for Myanmar's pro-democracy movement, as she is…
The World Welcomes the Freedom of Aung San Suu Kyi - 2002-05-06
The world has welcomed the release of Aung San Suu Kyi, the opposition leader in Myanmar, after 19 months of house arrest. Global leaders, including…
Decisive Vote for Chirac by the French - 2002-05-06
Jacques Chirac won the French presidential election with over 82% of the vote against far-right candidate Jean-Marie Le Pen. This election result reflects a rejection…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with the Head of the National Film Archive of Iran - 2002-05-05
Mohammad Hassan Khoshnavis and Fereydoun Khamenei Pour attended a conference of the World Film Archive Organization in South Korea. This event highlights Iran's engagement in…
General Musharraf Defends Referendum - 2002-05-04
General Musharraf defended the legitimacy of a recent referendum that showed overwhelming support for his presidency extension. Critics allege electoral fraud, but Musharraf plans to…
Iran in the Mirror of Third World Media May 2002 - 2002-05-04
On World Press Freedom Day, Iran is highlighted as one of the most dangerous places for journalists. Various reports cover issues ranging from a writer's…
Burma Awaits the End of Aung San Suu Kyi's House Arrest - 2002-05-03
Burma is currently witnessing a buildup of support for Aung San Suu Kyi as her house arrest continues. Her supporters are calling for her release,…
US Reaction to Recent Referendum Results in Pakistan - 2002-05-02
The US responded to the recent referendum in Pakistan that extended General Musharraf's rule for five more years, emphasizing that upcoming public elections will be…
Thousands of French Police on Standby
On International Workers' Day, thousands of French police are on standby to prevent clashes during demonstrations in Paris. The protests are largely against far-right candidate…
Motion to Hold Indian Government Accountable Fails
The Indian government, led by Prime Minister Vajpayee, successfully defeated a motion to hold it accountable for its response to violence in Gujarat, where over…