February 2002
Confessions of a Member of the 'Jamaah Islamiyah' Group in Indonesia - 2002-02-28
An Indonesian man confessed to participating in bombings in Manila with an extremist group, Jamaah Islamiyah, but claims ignorance of any ties to Al-Qaeda. He…
Discussions on Military Cooperation Between Armenia and the United States - 2002-02-28
A delegation of American military experts is in Armenia to discuss military cooperation, unrelated to U.S. military activities in Georgia. Key discussions will involve Armenian…
Indonesian President Criticizes Countries Preventing Refugees from Crossing Their Borders
Indonesian President Megawati Sukarnoputri criticized countries that block refugees from crossing their borders during her visit to Bali for a conference on human trafficking. Australian…
Arrest of Suspect Involved in the Assassination of Ahmad Shah Massoud
A suspect linked to the assassination of Ahmad Shah Massoud has been arrested in the Netherlands. The suspect, Amour bin Mohammad Saliti, is believed to…
South Korean Railway Workers End Strike
South Korean railway workers ended a two-day strike after management agreed to reduce working hours and increase benefits, but the privatization plan remains unchanged. Electrical…
Colombian President Describes Kidnapping of Presidential Candidate as Abduction of Democracy
Colombian President Andres Pastrana condemned the kidnapping of presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt by leftist rebels, equating it to an attack on democracy. The incident highlights…
Clues Regarding a Russian Arms Dealer and the Taliban - 2002-02-26
U.S. and European investigators have uncovered links between Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout and the Taliban, as well as al-Qaeda. Documents found in Afghanistan reference…
Training of Afghanistan's Future National Army - 2002-02-26
The British-led peacekeeping force has commenced training the first unit of Afghanistan's future national army in Kabul. This initiative aims to create a 600-member force…
Colombian Presidential Candidate Kidnapped by Leftist Rebels - 2002-02-26
Ingrid Betancourt, a Colombian presidential candidate, was kidnapped by leftist rebels, prompting President Andres Pastrana to demand her immediate release. The incident highlights the ongoing…
End of the Siege of Yasser Arafat's Headquarters - 2002-02-25
The Israeli army has lifted the siege on Yasser Arafat's headquarters in Ramallah but continues to restrict his movement. Javier Solana of the EU emphasizes…
Detention of the Designer of Daniel Pearl's Kidnapping in Pakistan Extended
A Pakistani court has extended the detention of Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh, the main suspect in the kidnapping of American journalist Daniel Pearl, for another…
The Winter Olympics Concluded - 2002-02-25
The 19th Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City concluded successfully, receiving praise from the IOC. Jacques Rogge encouraged global youth to participate in the next…
Andrés Pastrana's Visit to the City of San Vicente, Colombia - February 24, 2002
President Andrés Pastrana visited San Vicente, a city recently freed from rebel control, where he was celebrated as a hero. The visit comes after peace…
Colombian Army Captures Key City Under Rebel Control - 2002-02-23
The Colombian army has captured a key city from rebel control as part of efforts to regain territory following failed peace talks. President Andrés Pastrana…
Under the Microscope - February 23, 2002
Dr. Nouri Zadeh discussed various pressing issues including the safety of Tupolev aircraft, judicial comments on national matters, threats towards neighboring oil wells in response…
Hajj Ceremony Held - February 22, 2002
On February 22, 2002, around 2 million Muslim pilgrims participated in the Rami Jamarat in Saudi Arabia, coinciding with the global celebration of Eid al-Adha.…
Burial of Train Accident Victims in Egypt Delayed
The burial of victims from a recent train fire in Egypt has been delayed to allow for further identification of remains. The tragic incident resulted…
EU Executive Committee Requests Turkey to Prevent Illegal Access to Emails - 2002-02-22
The EU Executive Committee, led by Romano Prodi, has urged Turkish Prime Minister Bülent Ecevit to prevent the illegal access to emails between EU staff.…
President Bush Calls for Removal of Barbed Wire Between the Two Koreas - 2002-02-22
President Bush called for the removal of barriers between North and South Korea to promote trade and cooperation. He emphasized the desire for peace and…
Removal of a Muslim General - February 22, 2002
A Muslim general in Bosnia, Suleiman Varanj, was removed from his position by NATO for participating in anti-American protests. These protests were in response to…
A New Wave of Violence Between Israel and Palestine Has Begun - 2002-02-22
A new wave of violence has erupted between Israelis and Palestinians, resulting in 15 deaths over 24 hours. The conflict escalated following the deaths of…
Report by the International Press Institute - February 22, 2002
The International Press Institute's report highlights severe repression of press freedom in East Asia, particularly in Vietnam, North Korea, and China. It also notes a…
President Bush's Talks in South Korea Supporting Korean Unification - 2002-02-22
President Bush is visiting South Korea to discuss North Korea's threats, meeting with President Kim Dae-jung and emphasizing support for Korean unification. The visit is…
Colombian President Issues Ultimatum to Rebels
Colombian President Andres Pastrana has ended peace negotiations with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia and ordered military action after a kidnapping incident. The ultimatum…
Appeal of Former Nazi Concentration Camp Guard Denied
A German court has denied the appeal of Anton Maluth, a 90-year-old former Nazi concentration camp guard sentenced to life imprisonment for killing Jewish prisoners…
During President Bush's Stay in Korea, a North Korean Soldier Defected to South Korea - 2002-02-22
A North Korean soldier defected to South Korea near the location of President Bush's speech on February 19, 2002. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions…
The Trial of Slobodan Milošević for War Crimes Continues in The Hague - 2002-02-22
The trial of Slobodan Milošević for war crimes is ongoing in The Hague, with prosecutors calling more witnesses. A key witness's testimony regarding Kosovo was…
In Israel's Retaliatory Attack, 13 Palestinians Killed - 2002-02-22
Israel launched retaliatory military strikes resulting in the deaths of at least 13 Palestinians following the killing of 6 Israeli soldiers. The Al-Fatah group claimed…
The Largest Railway Disaster in Egypt - February 22, 2002
On February 21, 2002, a train fire in Egypt resulted in 361 fatalities, marking the largest railway disaster in the country's history. Relatives of the…
Israeli Army Withdrawal - February 22, 2002
The Israeli army has withdrawn from positions in central Gaza following a meeting with Palestinian security officials, who reportedly agreed on a ceasefire. A Palestinian…
Trial of Three Tunisians Suspected of Ties to Al-Qaeda Terror Network Begins
Three Tunisians are on trial in Milan for alleged connections to Al-Qaeda, accused of criminal activities including arms trafficking and document forgery. This case is…