United States Minor Outlying Islands
April 2002
Israel Begins Withdrawal from Hebron After Arresting Two Hundred People - 2002-04-30
Israeli forces have started withdrawing from Hebron after arresting 200 individuals during an operation aimed at stopping terrorism. The situation remains tense as some Palestinians…
Saudi Arabia's Position on the Attack on Iraq - April 29, 2002
Saudi Foreign Minister Saud al-Faisal declared that military action against Iraq would be opposed if Iraq permits UN weapons inspectors. He emphasized the importance of…
First Official Visit of Hu Jintao, Vice President of China, to the USA - 2002-04-28
Hu Jintao, the Vice President of China and future President, has begun his first official visit to the United States, arriving in Hawaii. The visit…
Saudi Arabia and Weapons Inspections in Iraq - April 28, 2002
Saudi Foreign Minister Saud al-Faisal announced that military action against Iraq would be opposed if the country permits UN weapons inspectors to enter. He emphasized…
Assistance for the Return of Afghan Refugees - 2002-04-27
The U.S. has announced an additional $4.8 million to help Afghan refugees return home, bringing total assistance to $366 million since October. This funding will…
Common Goals of Saudi Arabia and the USA in the Middle East - April 26, 2002
U.S. and Saudi officials are set to discuss shared objectives in the Middle East following talks between President Bush and Crown Prince Abdullah. Despite differing…
Under the Microscope: Unsuccessful Attempts to Establish Relations with America - 2002-04-24
The article discusses Iran's failed efforts to engage with the United States, alongside the contentious issue of Caspian Sea resource distribution and the support from…
On This Day, April 21: U.S. Support for the Independence Movement in Cuba - 2002-04-22
On April 21, the U.S. declared war on Spain to support Cuban independence fighters. This event highlights U.S. intervention in foreign independence movements. It is…
Nepal Prime Minister: Defeating Maoist Rebels Will Take 10 Years or More
Nepal's Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba warned that defeating Maoist rebels could take over a decade without international support. He called for military assistance from…
European Union's Retaliation in Response to U.S. Tariffs on Steel - 2002-04-21
The European Union plans to impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports in response to U.S. tariffs on steel. This move is aimed at sensitive industries…
Deployment of Two Thousand American Soldiers to the Philippines - 2002-04-19
The U.S. is sending over 2,000 soldiers to the Philippines for joint military exercises aimed at improving the capabilities of Philippine forces for UN peacekeeping.…
UN Human Rights Commission Condemns Israel - 2002-04-15
The UN Human Rights Commission condemned Israel for alleged human rights violations against Palestinians, passing a resolution with significant support despite opposition from some European…
Review of the Deployment of International Forces to Palestinian Territories - 2002-04-13
The UN Security Council is considering Kofi Annan's request for an international force to address escalating violence between Israel and Palestinians. The Palestinian delegation is…
Under the Microscope, April 11, 2002: Hope for Colin Powell's Mission - 2002-04-12
The article discusses Ariel Sharon's unprecedented lack of communication with the United States as Israeli Prime Minister, amidst hopes for Colin Powell's diplomatic mission. This…
World Bank Calls for Accelerated Aid to Africa
The World Bank is calling on wealthy nations to speed up their aid to Africa in response to crises like AIDS and economic downturns. Kalidou…
Request from the USA, EU, Russia, and the UN for Israel to Withdraw from Palestinian Territories - 2002-04-10
The USA, EU, Russia, and UN have called on Israel to withdraw from the West Bank and urged Yasser Arafat to halt suicide bombings against…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report, April 6, 2002: German Press and America's Request from Israel - 2002-04-09
The article discusses the reactions of German newspapers to President Bush's speech regarding peace in the Middle East, highlighting America's requests to Israel. This is…
Israel's Military Assault Against Palestinian Terrorists Will Continue
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced the continuation of military operations in the West Bank against Palestinian terrorists until they are suppressed. He also expressed…
Iraq Halts Oil Exports for One Month
Iraq is stopping its oil exports for one month in protest against Israel's actions towards Palestinians, as declared by President Saddam Hussein. This move aims…
Calendar Day: April 2 - 2002-04-08
On April 2, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson declared war on Germany, marking a significant moment in U.S. involvement in World War I. This decision was…
Resumption of Contacts Between the Two Koreas - 2002-04-06
South Korea's special envoy announced that North Korea is willing to resume contacts with South Korea and dialogue with the U.S. This development follows a…
Controversial Issue of Iran's Nuclear Power Plant - 2002-04-05
Iran's Foreign Minister Kamāl Kharāzi is meeting with President Putin to discuss the construction of a second nuclear reactor in Iran, amidst U.S. concerns about…
European Union Delegation Will Not Be Allowed to Meet Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-04
Israel has prohibited a European Union delegation from meeting with Yasser Arafat, following a U.S. request to send a special envoy to do so. This…
North Korea Ready to Negotiate with the U.S.
North Korea is willing to resume negotiations with a U.S.-led consortium on a nuclear power plant, but the U.S. wants to include discussions on weapons…
America's Efforts Have Not Yielded Results
Romano Prodi, President of the European Commission, claims that U.S. efforts to resolve the Middle East crisis have failed, prompting him to propose a coalition…
Cambodia Accepts Vietnamese Refugees - 2002-04-02
Cambodia has agreed to accept over 900,000 Montagnard Vietnamese refugees following a U.S. proposal. This decision comes after military actions in Vietnam led to the…
Crude Oil Prices Reach Highest Level in Six Months
Crude oil prices have surged to a six-month high due to concerns over Middle Eastern oil flow disruptions from ongoing Israel-Palestine conflicts and signs of…
The United States Has Halted Financial Aid to the Yugoslav Government - 2002-04-01
The U.S. has stopped financial aid to Yugoslavia due to its lack of cooperation with the International Criminal Tribunal. Secretary of State Colin Powell is…