July 2002
Two Syrian Dissidents Sentenced to Imprisonment - 2002-07-31
Two Syrian political dissidents, Aref Dalileh and Dr. Walid Albuni, have been sentenced to ten and five years in prison, respectively, for undermining the constitution.…
Settlers Kill 14-Year-Old Palestinian Girl
A 14-year-old Palestinian girl was killed by Israeli settlers in Hebron, with several others injured. This incident follows the death of an Israeli soldier and…
Delegation of Authority for Trade Agreements to the President of the United States - 2002-07-27
President Bush has welcomed a decision by Congress to grant him authority to negotiate international trade agreements, which is seen as crucial for the U.S.…
The Knight of the Lake
The article discusses the film 'The Knight of the Lake' directed by Robert Bresson, highlighting its themes of the decline of chivalry and the futility…
European Union and Japan Agricultural Officials Oppose US Proposal
Agricultural officials from the EU and Japan have opposed a US proposal to significantly reduce global agricultural subsidies. The proposal aims to cut subsidies from…
Science and Society: Why Are Nuclear Wastes Wasteful?
The article discusses the significant issue of nuclear waste disposal, highlighting that it requires ten thousand years to eliminate. Mansour Farasioon from Voice of America…
Investigation into the 1994 Bombing in Argentina Was Incomplete and Insufficient - 2002-07-24
Nilda Garé, an Argentine congresswoman, criticized the investigation into the 1994 bombing, claiming it was incomplete and influenced by politicians. Abolqasem Mesbahi, a former Iranian…
Members of the First Battalion of the New Afghan National Army Sworn In - 2002-07-23
The first battalion of the new Afghan National Army completed its training under U.S. special forces in Kabul and took an oath to serve the…
Greece Claims the Terrorist Organization November 17 has been Paralyzed - 2002-07-23
Greece has announced that it has effectively neutralized the terrorist organization November 17 following a series of arrests. The group has been linked to numerous…
Liberian Soldiers Reoccupy a Strategic City Sixty Kilometers from the Capital
Liberian soldiers have regained control of Tappita, a strategic city near Monrovia, from rebel forces. This development follows a three-month occupation by the rebels, and…
A Senior Official of Zimbabwe's Major Opposition Party Surrendered to Police
Learn More Jongwe, a senior official of Zimbabwe's opposition party, confessed to killing his wife after an alleged infidelity. This incident raises concerns about domestic…
Peace Agreement Between Warring Parties in the Sudanese Civil War - 2002-07-20
The Sudanese central government and southern rebels have agreed on a framework for a peace treaty, resolving key issues like the separation of religion from…
Extraordinary Session of the Turkish Parliament to Be Held
The Turkish Parliament is set to hold an extraordinary session to discuss early elections, prompted by the National Action Party's demand to replace the ailing…
Trial of Marwan Barghouti in a Civilian Court - 2002-07-12
Marwan Barghouti, a prominent Palestinian leader, is set to be tried in Israel, which he refuses to recognize. His trial is linked to allegations of…
Eastern Europe on the Path to Joining NATO - 2002-07-07
Leaders from ten Eastern European nations expressed optimism about joining NATO during a conference in Riga. The event highlighted commitments to democratic reforms and military…
Completion of U.S. Military Missions in Afghanistan and Ongoing Investigations in Urozgan - 2002-07-07
The U.S. is set to complete its combat missions in Afghanistan, shifting to special forces for future operations against Taliban and Al-Qaeda leaders. Concurrently, investigations…
Calendar Day, July 5: Invention of the Transistor - 2002-07-05
On July 5, the invention of the transistor was officially registered, marking a significant technological advancement. Bell Telephone Laboratories was the organization behind this invention.…
Shooting at Los Angeles Airport on Thursday Morning Leaves Several Dead and Injured - 2002-07-04
A shooting at Los Angeles International Airport resulted in two deaths and multiple injuries, with the assailant being shot by a security guard. The incident…
Approximately One Hundred Palestinian Students Interrogated and Four Arrested
Israeli forces interrogated around one hundred Palestinian students in Hebron, arresting four amid ongoing operations to suppress Palestinian militants. This is part of a broader…
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,…