July 2002
The United States Says UN Security Council Resolution Must Condemn Both Sides
The U.S. insists that any UN resolution on the Middle East conflict must condemn both Palestinian suicide bombers and Israeli actions. John Negroponte emphasized that…
UN Security Council Strengthens Arms Embargo Against Somalia - 2002-07-23
The UN Security Council has unanimously reinforced the arms embargo against Somalia due to concerns about the country becoming a base for criminal activities. The…
Request for Increase in Multinational Security Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-07-20
The UN is urging the Security Council to increase the multinational security force in Afghanistan to enhance security beyond Kabul. Lakhdar Brahimi highlighted the vulnerability…
Syria Sends Weapons to Iraq - 2002-07-16
Syria is reportedly sending weapons to Iraq, defying UN sanctions, as military analysts in Israel highlight a strategic shift in the region. The Iraqi parliament…
Dispute Between the Security Council and the U.S. Over New International Court Resolved
The UN Security Council and the U.S. have resolved their differences regarding the new international criminal court, with the court set to prosecute war crimes.…
The U.S. Withdraws Request for Immunity of Its Forces from War Crimes Tribunal
The U.S. has retracted its request for immunity for its peacekeeping forces from the International Criminal Court after facing criticism from allies. A proposal for…
Iraq Seeks to Continue Negotiations
Iraq is eager to resume negotiations with the UN regarding the return of weapons inspectors after previous talks ended without agreement. The outcome is crucial…
US and UN Disagreement Over International Criminal Court - 2002-07-03
The US and UN are in disagreement over the International Criminal Court, with President Bush stating that the US will not join the court and…