United States Minor Outlying Islands
September 2002
Discussions Between Weapons Inspectors and Iraqi Officials Begin in Vienna - 2002-09-30
UN weapons inspectors have started discussions with Iraqi officials in Vienna to plan their return after a four-year absence. The talks aim to ensure no…
Abdul Tawab Howaish Says America's Intent in Attacking Iraq is to Seize Iraq's Oil Resources - 2002-09-30
Abdul Tawab Howaish, Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister, claims that the U.S. invasion of Iraq is motivated by a desire to control its oil resources rather…
Tony Blair: The Security Council Will Ask Iraq to Surrender Its Weapons of Mass Destruction - 2002-09-29
Tony Blair announced that the UN Security Council is expected to demand Iraq surrender its weapons of mass destruction. He indicated that military action by…
Hamid Karzai's Visit to Three Gulf Countries - 2002-09-28
Hamid Karzai is visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE to seek financial support for Afghanistan's reconstruction. This visit is significant as it marks his…
Taha Yasin Ramadan: Iraq Rejects UN Resolution - 2002-09-28
Iraq's Vice President Taha Yasin Ramadan announced the country's rejection of a proposed UN resolution concerning disarmament and potential military action. This situation arises amid…
South Korea Welcomes the Dispatch of a U.S. Envoy to North Korea - 2002-09-27
South Korea has expressed support for the U.S. decision to send an envoy to North Korea to resume talks that were suspended nearly two years…
The U.S. Condemns the Sudanese Government for Bombing Civilian Areas - 2002-09-27
The U.S. has condemned the Sudanese government for bombing civilian areas, particularly highlighting an attack that killed at least 13 people, including children. The U.S.…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Ahmad Rashid's Article on Karzai's Opponents - 2002-09-27
The article highlights the U.S. stance on Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, who has allied with the Taliban remnants and is viewed as a significant threat to Hamid…
Putin: Political Solution for Iraq Crisis - 2002-09-26
Vladimir Putin emphasizes the need for a political solution to the Iraq crisis through existing UN resolutions, rejecting the need for new ones. The US…
NATO Must Defend People Against Terrorists - 2002-09-25
The U.S. and Britain are pushing NATO to take action against Iraq, with NATO Secretary General George Robertson emphasizing the need to protect civilians from…
Russian Defense Minister Meets with NATO Members - 2002-09-25
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov met with NATO members in Warsaw to discuss Iraq and global terrorism. The meeting follows a new limited membership agreement…
End of Hostage Situation at Hindu Temple - 2002-09-25
A hostage situation at a Hindu temple in Gujarat, India, ended with commandos killing three attackers who had killed at least 30 worshippers. The attack…
Israel Continues Siege of Arafat's Headquarters - 2002-09-24
Israel is maintaining its siege of Yasser Arafat's headquarters in Ramallah despite a UN Security Council resolution calling for its end. The siege is linked…
President Bush and the President of Kyrgyzstan Meet at the White House - 2002-09-24
President Bush met with Kyrgyz President Askar Akayev to discuss strengthening diplomatic relations and Kyrgyzstan's role in the global economy. They also addressed national security…
Yasser Arafat Continues to Refuse Israel's Request
Yasser Arafat is refusing Israel's demand to provide names of individuals trapped with him in his besieged headquarters. This situation escalated following recent suicide bombings,…
Arafat Rejects Israel's Conditions for Lifting the Siege
Yasser Arafat has rejected Israel's conditions for lifting the siege on his office in the West Bank, refusing to provide a list of individuals Israel…
Former Slovak Prime Minister Lagging in Regaining Power - 2002-09-22
Former Slovak Prime Minister Vladimir Meciar is struggling to regain power as polls suggest he may have won the most votes but lacks coalition support.…
Iraq Says It Will Reject Any New Resolution Passed by the United Nations - 2002-09-22
Iraq has declared it will reject any new UN resolution that contradicts its agreements with Kofi Annan. This comes amid US and UK efforts to…
Draft Law Prepared in Russian Parliament for Sending Troops to Georgia - 2002-09-20
The Russian Parliament is drafting a law to permit troop deployment to Georgia against Chechen rebels, following claims of self-defense by Russian officials. This situation…
Iraq Sees Unconditional Acceptance of Weapons Inspectors as a Barrier to Military Attack
Iraq has announced its unconditional acceptance of UN weapons inspectors, claiming this removes any justification for a US-led military attack. Deputy Prime Minister Tariq Aziz…
Decrease in Oil Prices - 2002-09-17
Oil prices fell significantly after Iraq agreed to allow UN weapons inspectors back into the country, alleviating fears of supply disruptions. This development is crucial…
The U.S. Receives Al-Qaeda Suspects from Pakistan - 2002-09-17
The U.S. has taken custody of five Al-Qaeda suspects from Pakistan, including Ramzi bin al-Shibh, who is linked to the September 11 attacks. This transfer…
The U.S. Receives 5 Suspected Al-Qaeda Members from Pakistan - 2002-09-17
The U.S. has taken custody of five suspected Al-Qaeda members, including Ramzi bin al-Shibh, who were arrested in Pakistan. This is significant as bin al-Shibh…
Bush: Russia's pursuit of Chechen militants should not threaten Georgia's sovereignty - 2002-09-15
President Bush emphasized that Russia's actions against Chechen militants should respect Georgia's sovereignty. He urged Georgian officials to take action against the militants themselves while…
Russia's Position on Iraq - 2002-09-14
Igor Ivanov, Russia's Foreign Minister, emphasizes the need for a diplomatic resolution to the Iraq crisis through the UN. He did not clarify Russia's stance…
Georgia Welcomes U.S. Support in Dispute with Russia - 2002-09-14
Georgia's President Edward Shevardnadze has expressed gratitude for U.S. support amid rising tensions with Russia, which threatens military action in response to Chechen rebels. This…
Israel: We Accept the Risk of Missile Attacks if Military Action is Taken to Overthrow Saddam
Israel has warned that it will accept the risk of missile attacks from Iraq if the U.S. takes military action against Saddam Hussein. Shimon Peres…
No Agreement Reached on Expanding International Peacekeeping Forces Beyond Kabul
The UN General Assembly failed to reach an agreement on expanding international peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan beyond Kabul. Hamid Karzai expressed that while there were…
Georgia Seeks International Assistance to Resolve Dispute with Russia
Georgia has asked the international community for help in resolving its conflict with Russia regarding Chechen separatists, aiming for a diplomatic solution. Russia has threatened…
Mullah Omar: I Will Continue My War Until the Freedom of Afghanistan
Mullah Omar, the ousted Taliban leader, issued a statement via Al Jazeera claiming he will continue fighting until Afghanistan is free. He accused the U.S.…
Four Major Global Crises - 2002-09-12
Kofi Annan, the UN Secretary-General, emphasized the need for urgent global action to address conflicts in the Middle East, Iraq, Afghanistan, and the India-Pakistan standoff…
Britain's Request to the United Nations - 2002-09-12
Britain is seeking a UN resolution to compel Iraq to disarm its weapons of mass destruction. Defense Minister Geoff Hoon emphasizes the importance of explaining…
Mandela's Criticism of America - 2002-09-11
Nelson Mandela criticized the United States for its foreign policy, claiming it endangers global peace, particularly highlighting the Bush administration's unilateral approach to the Iraq…
Calendar Day, September 11: Terrorist Attack on New York and the Pentagon - 2001-09-11
On September 11, 2001, three hijacked planes were used in terrorist attacks against the World Trade Center in New York and the Pentagon in Washington,…
Southeast Asian Countries at Risk of Terrorist Attacks - 2002-09-11
The U.S. has alerted Southeast Asian nations about a potential Al-Qaeda attack on their embassies, particularly on September 11. The warning follows intelligence indicating that…
The U.S. Praises China's Agreement for Meeting with Dalai Lama's Envoys
The U.S. has commended China's acceptance of a meeting with a delegation from the Dalai Lama, indicating a potential thaw in relations between China and…
Under the Microscope: September 11 and Its Consequences - 2002-09-11
The article highlights the ongoing conspiracy theories in Iran regarding the involvement of Israel and the United States in the September 11 attacks. This narrative…
Precautionary Measures on the Anniversary of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-09-10
On the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the U.S. closed its embassies in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Cambodia due to credible terrorist threats. Security measures…
Iraq Calls on Arabs to Unite Against U.S. Attack - 2002-09-10
Iraq has urged Arab nations to retaliate against U.S. interests in the event of a military attack on Baghdad. Key Iraqi officials assert that any…
South Korean President Urges the U.S. and North Korea to Resolve Their Differences
The South Korean President has called for the U.S. and North Korea to settle their disputes to ensure peace in the region. He highlighted the…
South Korea, the United States, and Japan Pursue a Joint Strategy Regarding North Korea - 2002-09-07
High-ranking officials from South Korea, the U.S., and Japan are meeting to formulate a joint strategy towards North Korea, focusing on an upcoming visit by…
Tariq Aziz: Iraq is Ready to Reduce Existing Tensions with the U.S.
Tariq Aziz announced Iraq's readiness to work with the UN to ease tensions with the U.S. after meeting with Kofi Annan. This cooperation includes the…
World Council of Churches Urges Washington to Refrain from Threatening Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-09-03
The World Council of Churches has called on the U.S. to stop threatening military action against Iraq, expressing concern over plans to overthrow the Iraqi…
Saddam Hussein: America Wants to Dominate Middle Eastern Oil Reserves - 2002-09-03
Saddam Hussein accused the U.S. of wanting to overthrow his regime to control Middle Eastern oil reserves. This statement was made during a meeting with…
Russia Warns Against US Military Attack on Iraq - 2002-09-03
Russia has issued a warning against a potential US military attack on Iraq, arguing it would destabilize the region. International leaders, including those from South…
Pakistan Opposes Attack on Iraq - 2002-09-02
Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf announced that the country will not support a U.S. military attack on Iraq. He highlighted Pakistan's internal issues and warned of…
Main Obstacle in Drafting Environmental Protection Declaration Removed
Negotiators at the Earth Conference in Johannesburg have resolved a key issue in drafting an environmental protection declaration. Ministers agreed to support the Kyoto Protocol…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Joschka Fischer's Views on the Dangers of an Attack on Iraq - 2002-09-01
The article highlights Joschka Fischer's concerns about the risks associated with a potential U.S. attack on Iraq, emphasizing Britain's unique support among European nations. Tariq…