April 2002
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…
Mourning in Germany - 2002-04-27
An expelled student carried out a shooting at Gutenberg High School in Erfurt, Germany, killing 16 people before committing suicide. Chancellor Gerhard Schröder expressed his…
New Warning to American Citizens - 2002-04-25
The U.S. State Department has warned citizens in the Arabian Peninsula and Gulf region about potential terrorist attacks, particularly from al-Qaeda affiliates. This warning underscores…
Bush Administration Criticism of Human Rights Commission - 2002-04-23
The Bush administration expressed disappointment over the UN Human Rights Commission's rejection of a resolution condemning Iran's human rights violations. This marks a significant shift…
Washington Did Not Support the Coup Against President Hugo Chavez - 2002-04-17
The U.S. government clarified that it did not support the coup attempt against Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, advocating for a peaceful resolution to the political…
National Dialogue Begins in Venezuela Regarding Current Issues - 2002-04-16
Hugo Chavez announced the initiation of a national dialogue in Venezuela to address pressing issues after he regained power from a failed coup. The dialogue…
Report by Nazi Beiglari, April 15: Interview with General Dostum's Spokesperson - 2002-04-15
General Dostum is traveling to Kabul for a reception, as reported by his spokesperson. This event highlights Dostum's ongoing political influence in Afghanistan post-Taliban. It…
Colin Powell to Meet with Yasser Arafat in Ramallah Today - 2002-04-14
Colin Powell is meeting Yasser Arafat in Ramallah to discuss the ongoing violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This meeting follows Arafat's condemnation of recent terrorist…
Postponement of U.S. Secretary of State's Meeting with Yasser Arafat - 2002-04-13
Colin Powell has delayed his meeting with Yasser Arafat, originally set for today, possibly rescheduling it for Sunday. Powell emphasizes the need for Arafat to…
Colin Powell Meets with Palestinian Leader
Colin Powell is scheduled to meet with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat on Sunday. This meeting follows Arafat's condemnation of recent violence, including a suicide bombing…
Reconsideration of Powell and Arafat Meeting - 2002-04-12
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell is reconsidering a meeting with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat following a suicide bombing in Jerusalem. President Bush expects Arafat…
Dialogue Between India and the United States - 2002-04-09
A senior U.S. official, Christina Rocca, is in India to discuss bilateral relations, focusing on India's support for the U.S. war on terrorism and its…
Colin Powell's Mission as U.S. Secretary of State - April 6, 2002
Colin Powell is set to travel to the Middle East to address the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinians. The trip aims to facilitate…
Statement from Mr. Barzani's Party - 2002-04-05
A senior U.S. official discussed efforts to potentially overthrow Saddam Hussein with Turkish officials and Kurdish leaders. The Kurdish parties reaffirmed their commitment to a…
Departure of American Diplomats' Families - 2002-04-03
The U.S. has requested the families of diplomats in Jerusalem to leave Israel due to escalating violence in the region. American citizens in the West…
Arrival of American Diplomats in Somalia - 2002-04-03
American diplomats have arrived in Somalia to discuss national reconciliation with the transitional government and opposing factions. The delegation is led by Zachary Taich from…
New Passport for American Citizens - 2002-04-03
The U.S. is set to introduce a new passport next week that promises enhanced security features to prevent misuse by terrorists and criminals. This initiative…
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…
US Decision on Loan to Yugoslavia Delayed - April 2, 2002
The US has delayed its decision on providing loans to Yugoslavia due to the country's lack of cooperation with the Hague War Crimes Tribunal. This…
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…