May 2002
Tensions Rise Between India and Pakistan - 2002-05-31
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated, prompting the U.S. State Department to advise American citizens to leave India. The situation is serious, with military…
Appointment of the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana as Chargé d'Affaires in Pakistan - 2002-05-30
The U.S. is appointing Nancy Powell, the ambassador to Ghana, as the temporary chargé d'affaires in Pakistan following the departure of Wendy Chamberlin. This move…
High-ranking American Diplomat Meets with Elected President of Colombia - 2002-05-29
A high-ranking U.S. diplomat is set to meet with newly elected Colombian President Alvaro Uribe to show support for his tough stance against leftist insurgents.…
Increased Pressure on Independent Media in Kazakhstan - 2002-05-24
The U.S. State Department has expressed concern over increasing violence against independent media in Kazakhstan, specifically citing attacks on the Respublika newspaper and its staff.…
Body of Daniel Pearl, Slain Journalist of The Wall Street Journal, Found - 2002-05-17
The body of Daniel Pearl, a journalist for The Wall Street Journal who was kidnapped and murdered in Pakistan, has reportedly been found. Pakistani police…
Broadcast of Daniel Pearl's Video Tape Before His Murder - 2002-05-16
CBS aired parts of a video made by Daniel Pearl's kidnappers shortly before his murder, including Pearl identifying as Jewish. The broadcast was controversial, with…
The U.S. Confirms Contact with Iranian Representatives - 2002-05-10
The U.S. confirmed a rare contact with Iranian officials regarding peace talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia, mediated by Washington. This meeting highlights Iran's interest in…
Iran-U.S. Talks Denied
An Iranian parliament member claims secret talks with the U.S. occurred, but both Iran and the U.S. deny this. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and…
China Defends Security Agents' Entry into Japanese Consulate in Shenyang
China defended its security forces for entering the Japanese consulate in Shenyang to arrest North Korean asylum seekers, leading to a diplomatic protest from Japan.…
Explosion in the Main Square of a Russian City - 2002-05-09
A bombing in Kaspiisk, Russia, during World War II victory celebrations killed at least 34 people, including 12 children, and injured around 150. President Putin…
International Middle East Conference - 2002-05-04
The U.S. is organizing a meeting, not a formal conference, to discuss the Arab-Israeli conflict, led by Secretary of State Colin Powell. The meeting aims…
Colombia Recognized as Eligible for $62 Million in U.S. Military Aid - 2002-05-02
The U.S. has deemed Colombia eligible for $62 million in military aid following a review of its human rights situation. This decision is contingent on…
A decisive majority of Pakistani voters expressed their support for President Pervez Musharraf - 2002-05-02
Pakistani voters overwhelmingly supported President Pervez Musharraf's extension of his rule for five more years, with over 70% turnout and 98% in favor. This referendum…