September 2002
Elizabeth Jones Goes to Kyiv
Elizabeth Jones, a senior U.S. diplomat, is visiting Ukraine to address concerns over alleged sales of radar systems to Iraq in violation of UN sanctions.…
Ukrainian Government Welcomes Investigations Regarding U.S. Allegations
The Ukrainian government is open to investigations into U.S. claims that President Leonid Kuchma illegally sold radar systems to Iraq. This follows U.S. allegations supported…
Continued Anti-Government Protests in Ukraine - 2002-09-24
Thousands of protesters gathered in Kyiv to oppose President Leonid Kuchma, demanding his resignation and new elections. This marks the second protest in a week,…
Opponents of the Ukrainian Government Attack State Television Studio - 2002-09-24
Opposition leaders and supporters in Ukraine attacked a state television studio to demand airtime for a statement. They plan to use this statement during a…
Political Deadlock in Ukraine - 2002-09-24
Thousands protested in Kyiv against President Leonid Kuchma, demanding his resignation and new elections due to a political deadlock. Despite winning the most votes in…
Continued Protests Against the President of Ukraine - 2002-09-18
Protests against Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma have intensified in Kyiv, with at least 1,500 participants demanding his resignation. The protests follow a police crackdown on…
Arrest of Opponents of the President of Ukraine - 2002-09-17
Kyiv police arrested 50 opposition members protesting against President Leonid Kuchma. Yulia Tymoshenko announced further protests are planned as activists demand political change due to…