United States Minor Outlying Islands
July 2002
Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the United States and North Korea - 2002-07-31
Colin Powell and Paek Nam-Sun met informally during the ASEAN conference to discuss U.S.-North Korea relations. Powell emphasized the importance of addressing nuclear non-proliferation and…
Extension of Bank Closure in Uruguay - 2002-07-31
The Uruguayan government has extended the closure of banks due to a wave of withdrawals that threatened the banking system's stability. A central bank official…
European Union: Iran's Position Creates 'Serious Obstacles' to Improving Relations
The EU has expressed that Iran's stance on the Middle East and its pursuit of weapons of mass destruction are major barriers to improving bilateral…
Agreement Between Iraqi Kurdish Groups - 2002-07-30
Two major Iraqi Kurdish groups, the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan and the Kurdistan Democratic Party, are close to forming a unified assembly. This agreement aims…
King Abdullah: Success in the Fight Against Terrorism Depends on Achieving Peace in the Middle East
King Abdullah of Jordan emphasized that combating terrorism is linked to establishing peace in the Middle East during a CNN interview. He is set to…
Los Angeles Report: Europe's Position Towards the Islamic Republic - 2002-07-29
The British ambassador discusses the EU's decision to pursue official trade relations with Iran, contrasting it with the U.S. stance that views Iran as a…
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…
Kofi Annan Condemns Civilian Killings of Both Palestinians and Israelis - 2002-07-27
Kofi Annan condemned the killings of civilians by both Palestinians and Israelis amid ongoing violence. This follows recent attacks resulting in civilian casualties on both…
U.S. Welcomes Recent Statement from North Korea - 2002-07-27
The U.S. has expressed approval of a recent statement from North Korea indicating a desire to resume talks. Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State,…
US-Iran Relations Have Deteriorated Further in Recent Months - 2002-07-27
US-Iran relations have worsened recently, highlighted by Ayatollah Khamenei's call for protests against the US and President Khatami's accusations against Washington for exacerbating conflict. This…
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…
Humanitarian and Military Aid to Ethiopia - 2002-07-25
The U.S. is set to provide military training to Ethiopia following the end of its conflict with Eritrea. While there are discussions about future training…
Israel Heavily Criticized at United Nations Security Council Meeting
The United Nations Security Council criticized Israel for an airstrike in Gaza that killed 15 Palestinians, including a Hamas leader. Arab diplomats called for a…
Failure of U.S. Opposition to the Prison Inspection Proposal
The U.S. was unable to block a UN treaty aimed at preventing torture, which could lead to international inspections of American prisons. The treaty was…
EU Foreign Policy Chief to Meet with Iranian President
Javier Solana, the EU foreign policy chief, is set to meet with the Iranian President to discuss Middle Eastern issues and bilateral relations. This visit…
Attack on Southern Iraq - July 24, 2002
On July 24, 2002, the U.S. conducted an airstrike in southern Iraq, resulting in one death and 22 injuries according to Iraqi sources. The U.S.…
U.S. and U.K. Envoys Visit Indian-administered Kashmir
U.S. and U.K. military envoys are visiting Indian-administered Kashmir to assess tensions that could lead to war between India and Pakistan. The visit includes discussions…
Agreement Between the Sudanese Government and Rebels to End Civil War - 2002-07-23
The Sudanese government and southern rebels have signed a temporary peace agreement aimed at ending a 19-year civil war. The U.S. and UN have expressed…
Spain and Morocco Negotiations to Improve Relations - 2002-07-22
Spain and Morocco are negotiating to improve relations following military tensions over a disputed island in the Mediterranean. The talks involve U.S. mediation and aim…
Bulent Ecevit Believes Early Elections Will Harm Turkey's Economy - 2002-07-21
Bulent Ecevit, Turkey's Prime Minister, is urging coalition partners against early elections, citing potential economic harm and risks to military stability. He warns that such…
Israel Detains Relatives of Suspected Terrorists and Threatens Deportation
Israel has detained 21 relatives of Palestinians suspected of terrorism and threatened to deport them to Gaza. This action has drawn criticism from U.S. officials…
Arrest of 21 Relatives of Palestinians Residing in the West Bank of Jordan - 2002-07-20
Israel has arrested 21 relatives of Palestinians in the West Bank linked to recent attacks, threatening to transfer them to Gaza. This action has drawn…
Visit of the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense to Turkey - 2002-07-16
Paul Wolfowitz, the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, visited Turkey to discuss potential military action against Saddam Hussein. Turkey's strategic position as a NATO ally…
New York Talks for Peace in the Middle East - 2002-07-16
High-ranking officials from the U.S., Russia, EU, and UN are meeting in New York to discuss a peace plan for the Middle East, focusing on…
The U.S. Condemns the Expulsion of American Journalist from Zimbabwe
The U.S. has condemned Zimbabwe for expelling Andrew Meldrum, an American journalist, which they claim violates his human rights and press freedoms. Meldrum, a long-time…
Al-Quds Al-Arabi Magazine Reports That Bin Laden Is Doing Well - 2002-07-15
Al-Quds Al-Arabi reports that Osama bin Laden, the leader of al-Qaeda, has recovered from injuries sustained during a U.S.-led coalition attack in December. This news…
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.…
American Peacekeepers Temporarily Exempted from Possible Prosecution by International Criminal Court
The UN Security Council has passed a resolution temporarily exempting American peacekeepers from prosecution by the International Criminal Court. This decision, supported by the US,…
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…
Millions of People in Southern Africa Struggle with Death
The World Food Programme warns that millions in Southern Africa are at risk of starvation and death due to famine, disease, and poverty, requesting $507…
Criticism of the U.S. Position - 2002-07-10
The U.S. is criticized for seeking immunity for its peacekeepers in the new International Criminal Court, which is intended to prosecute war crimes. Canadian and…
Leader of the Nation of Islam Visits Iraq - 2002-07-06
Louis Farrakhan, leader of the Nation of Islam, visited Iraq to prevent a potential U.S. military attack. His discussions with Iraqi leaders follow failed UN…
President Bush Calls for Immunity for American Peacekeepers - 2002-07-04
President Bush has called for immunity for American peacekeepers as the UN Security Council extends its peacekeeping mission in Bosnia until July 15. The U.S.…
Fifty Thousand Dollar American Aid to Earthquake Victims in Iran - 2002-07-04
The United States has provided fifty thousand dollars in aid to earthquake victims in Iran, which has now increased to four hundred thousand dollars according…
Meeting of the US, Europe, and Russia Regarding the Middle East - 2002-07-03
A meeting took place involving the US, Russia, EU, and UN to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and potential reforms in Palestinian leadership. President Bush…
In a statement, the French Embassy named Mr. Ravalomanana as the President of Madagascar - 2002-07-03
The French Embassy has officially recognized Marc Ravalomanana as the President of Madagascar following a meeting with French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin. This recognition…
Changes in Palestinian Organizations - 2002-07-03
Yasser Arafat has dismissed two senior security officials as part of reforms in the Palestinian Authority's security apparatus. This decision comes amid international and Israeli…
Will the United States Compromise on Peacekeeping Participation?
The EU is ready to assume the UN peacekeeping mission in Bosnia if the US does not compromise on troop immunity from the International Criminal…
NATO Maintains Peacekeeping Forces in Bosnia - 2002-07-02
NATO and U.S. officials reaffirmed their commitment to keeping 18,000 peacekeepers in Bosnia after a veto on extending a UN police mission. The U.S. is…
South Korea Demands Apology from North Korea - 2002-07-02
A deadly maritime clash occurred between South and North Korea, leading South Korea to demand an apology from the North. President Kim Dae-jung warned of…
The U.S. Withdraws Its Observers from the United Nations Peacekeeping Force
The U.S. has recalled its military observers from the UN peacekeeping mission in East Timor due to disputes over the International Criminal Court. This move…