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March 2002
Seven Killed in India Riot - 2002-03-31
An attack near a Hindu temple in Jammu, Kashmir, resulted in the deaths of seven people, including security personnel and militants. The incident involved separatist…
One of Nazarbayev's Opposition Leaders Seeks Asylum in the French Embassy
Ghulam Jan Zakiyev, a leader of Kazakhstan's opposition party, has taken refuge in the French embassy to avoid arrest and demands an end to political…
Report by Shahid: Interview with Dr. Shapour Rasekh about Western Civilization - 2002-03-31
The article features an interview with Dr. Shapour Rasekh discussing the absence of culture and humanity in Western civilization. It is reported by Mohammad Reza…
Report by Shahid: France's Reaction to the Arab Leaders' Conference - 2002-03-31
France has expressed its support for Saudi Arabia's peace proposal, indicating a diplomatic alignment in the region. This report highlights the involvement of France and…
Reports from Quds Razavi in Los Angeles - 2002-03-31
Quds Razavi reports from Los Angeles for Voice of America, providing access to audio reports for listeners. The reports can be accessed via links on…
U.S. Government's Request to Maoist Rebels in Nepal - 2002-03-30
The U.S. government has urged Maoist rebels in Nepal to stop attacking civilians after a recent explosion injured over 30 people, primarily students. The request…
Continued Imprisonment of Journalist in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-30
Peta Thornycroft, a journalist for the Daily Telegraph and Voice of America, remains imprisoned in Zimbabwe despite no longer being deemed a threat to public…
The Life of Condoleezza Rice, U.S. National Security Advisor - 2002-03-30
The article discusses the life and career of Condoleezza Rice, who served as the U.S. National Security Advisor. It highlights her significance in American politics…
Clash Between Australian Police and Protesters - 2002-03-30
Hundreds of protesters clashed with Australian police outside a detention camp for illegal immigrants, leading to the escape of at least five asylum seekers. The…
Attack on People in Kashmir - 2002-03-30
An attack near a Hindu temple in Kashmir resulted in at least 7 deaths and multiple injuries, with militants believed to be involved. The incident…
Reports by Mohammad Reza Shahid from Paris - 2002-03-29
Mohammad Reza Shahid, a reporter for Voice of America, provides reports from Paris. These reports are available for transcription and audio access on the website.…
Under the Microscope: Analyses by Ali Reza Nourizadeh - 2002-03-29
Ali Reza Nourizadeh, an Iranian journalist in England, discusses current events and answers questions from a Voice of America reporter. The reports are available for…
Reports by Nasrin Mahdavi - 2002-03-29
Nasrin Mahdavi, a reporter for Voice of America, provides audio reports from Europe. These reports are accessible online for transcription and listening, catering to varying…
Bomb Explosion in Kathmandu - 2002-03-29
A bomb exploded in Kathmandu, injuring at least 25 people, many of whom were children. The attack is attributed to Maoist rebels who have escalated…
Explosion at a Shopping Center in Jerusalem - 2002-03-29
A bomb exploded at a shopping center in Jerusalem, resulting in numerous injuries. The situation is still developing with no confirmed casualties reported. This incident…
Reports by Nazi Baghlari - 2002-03-29
Nazi Baghlari, a reporter for Voice of America, provides reports for the Persian section of the radio. These reports are available for transcription and listening…
Interrogation of a Suspect Planning a Suicide Attack Against Israel
Mohammad Al-Yaqoubi, a U.S. citizen, is being interrogated by the FBI for allegedly planning a suicide attack against Israel. He was previously denied entry into…
Tribal Conflicts in Ghana - 2002-03-28
Tribal conflicts in northern Ghana have resulted in the deaths of forty-one individuals, including a tribal chief, following an attack by rival tribes. The Ghanaian…
Suicide of the Shooter at the City Council - 2002-03-28
A man named Richard Dern shot and killed 8 people at a city council meeting in Nanterre, France, and later committed suicide while in police…
Journalist Arrested in Zimbabwe - 2002-03-28
Peta Thornycroft, a journalist for the Daily Telegraph, was arrested in Zimbabwe for allegedly publishing false information and inciting unrest under a new security law.…
Signing of the Law Regarding Campaign Finance - 2002-03-27
President Bush signed a campaign finance law aimed at reducing the influence of money in politics. The law will regulate campaign finance and prohibit indirect…
Suicide Bombing in Northern Israel - 2002-03-27
A suicide bombing in Netanya, northern Israel, has killed at least 15 Israelis and injured many others during the Passover holiday. This incident highlights ongoing…
Interview with Moradian, Tanbur Player - 2002-03-27
Moradian, a tanbur musician, recently performed a concert in Paris. The report by Mohammad Reza Shahid highlights this event, showcasing the cultural contributions of Iranian…
Suspect in America Attempting to Carry Out a Suicide Attack
A man named Mohammad Aliyaqoubi is being investigated by the FBI for allegedly planning a suicide attack against Israel. He was previously denied entry to…
Continued Media Censorship in Iran - 2002-03-27
The Committee to Protect Journalists reports ongoing media censorship and journalist arrests in Iran during 2001. Payman Pejman from Voice of America covers this issue.…
Renewed Rush of Argentinians to Banks - 2002-03-27
Argentinians are once again flocking to banks to exchange their depreciating pesos for dollars due to recent currency fluctuations that have diminished their savings. This…
Shooting and Massacre in France - 2002-03-27
A shooting at a city council meeting in the suburbs of Paris resulted in at least eight deaths and 30 injuries. The shooter was apprehended…
An Interview with Sandra Day O'Connor, U.S. Supreme Court Justice - 2002-03-27
Mahtab Farid interviews Sandra Day O'Connor about global women's issues. O'Connor, a significant figure as the first female Supreme Court Justice, shares her insights. This…
Chinese Authorities Arrest Underground Catholic Bishop
Chinese authorities have arrested Bishop Jia Zhiguo, an underground Catholic leader, at his home in Zhengding. The Cardinal Kung Foundation reported the arrest, while local…
One of the Senior Leaders of Kashmir Separatist Groups Arrested
Yasin Malik, a senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front, was arrested by Indian police under anti-terrorism laws. His arrest followed the apprehension…
South Korean State Electric Company to Dismiss Over Three Thousand Striking Workers - 2002-03-26
The South Korean state electric company plans to fire over three thousand striking workers who did not comply with a government deadline. This follows a…
Meeting of the Presidents of the United States and Mexico - 2002-03-25
President Bush and President Vicente Fox met in Monterrey, Mexico, to discuss enhancing trade and investment, as well as immigration reform. This meeting follows a…
Nowruz in Los Angeles: A Report by Abbas Malayeri - 2002-03-25
Abbas Malayeri reports on the Nowruz celebrations in Los Angeles just before the New Year. His coverage highlights the diaspora's cultural practices and community engagement…
Protests in Baku - 2002-03-24
On March 24, 2002, protests erupted in Baku against President Heydar Aliyev, with demonstrators demanding his resignation and democratic elections. The protests involved about 1,500…
Two-Day United Nations Leaders Conference - 2002-03-23
President Bush and Mexican President Vicente Fox met in Monterrey to discuss immigration and border security issues following a UN leaders conference. They addressed concerns…
Reform of U.S. Immigration Laws - 2002-03-23
President Bush and Mexican President Vicente Fox have agreed to enhance trade and investment while addressing immigration issues. The U.S. plans to reform immigration laws…
Friendly Basketball Match in Kabul Turns Violent - 2002-03-22
A friendly basketball game in Kabul escalated into violence when an Afghan spectator attacked an American player, leading to a shooting incident involving an Afghan…
United Nations Summit on Aid to Developing Countries - 2002-03-22
President Bush attended a UN summit in Monterrey, Mexico, where he met with leaders from Mexico and Canada to discuss North American issues. He is…
Turkish Police Attack Kurds During Nowruz Celebrations - 2002-03-22
Turkish police clashed with Kurdish protesters during Nowruz celebrations, resulting in injuries and one death in Mersin. Approximately 100 arrests were made in Istanbul as…
Confronting Warlords in Afghanistan - 2002-03-21
Hamid Karzai is ready to confront local warlords in Afghanistan and has called for European support to expand peacekeeping operations beyond Kabul. His government is…
Discovery of Four More Bombs in the Philippines - 2002-03-21
The Philippine police discovered two additional bombs in Manila, bringing the total to six for the week. A group advocating for indigenous rights has claimed…
Iran and America Day in Michigan - 2002-03-20
The U.S. House of Representatives declared March 20, 2002, as 'Iran and America Day' in Michigan to honor the contributions of Iranians throughout history and…
Theft of Three Million Dollars in Cash at London Airport - 2002-03-20
Thieves stole three million dollars from a cash truck at Heathrow Airport, marking the second similar incident in over a month. The robbery occurred shortly…
Thousands of Afghan People Return to Their Homes - 2002-03-20
Thousands of Afghan refugees are returning home after being displaced by war and drought, with over 45,000 having returned from Pakistan. A new program is…
The President of Pakistan Orders Police to Find Those Responsible for Attack on Protestant Church
A grenade attack on a Protestant church in Islamabad resulted in five deaths and 45 injuries, prompting President Musharraf to order a police investigation. The…
New Clashes Between Muslims and Hindus in Gujarat - 2002-03-19
New violent clashes erupted between Muslims and Hindus in Gujarat, resulting in four more deaths. The violence, which included attacks on police-escorted Muslims, follows previous…
Collapse of a Large Ice Shelf
A 32 square kilometer section of ice shelf in Antarctica has collapsed, creating thousands of icebergs. This event is significant as it marks the largest…
Severe Security Measures Across Pakistan - 2002-03-19
A grenade attack on a church in Islamabad resulted in 5 deaths and 45 injuries, prompting severe security measures across Pakistan. The attack involved the…
General Pervez Musharraf Dismisses Four Senior Police Officers
General Pervez Musharraf has dismissed four senior police officers in response to a recent grenade attack near the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad that killed five…
Continued Violent Clashes in the Middle East - 2002-03-17
Violent clashes continue in the Middle East, with a Palestinian gunman killing one Israeli and injuring several others, followed by a suicide bombing in East…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report from Germany (March 17, 2002): Interview with Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Foreign Minister of Afghanistan's Transitional Cabinet
Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, the Foreign Minister of Afghanistan's transitional government, discussed key issues including Afghanistan's foreign policy, the closure of a political office in Iran,…
Violation of Women's Rights in Iran - 2002-03-17
Eight women's rights advocacy groups in Washington condemned the violation of women's rights in Iran during a meeting. The event highlights ongoing concerns about the…
Bomb Explosion in Islamabad - March 17, 2002
A bomb explosion in a Protestant church in Islamabad killed five people, including the wife and daughter of an American diplomat, and injured 45 others.…
Zalmay Khalilzad Thanks Iranians
Zalmay Khalilzad thanked Iranians for their solidarity with Americans after terrorist attacks. This gesture involved candlelight vigils in Tehran. It highlights a moment of empathy…
European Union Summit - 2002-03-16
The European Union summit in Barcelona has begun, involving leaders from 15 EU member states and 13 candidate countries discussing market integration and foreign policy…
Federal Grand Jury Indictment for Suspect in Daniel Pearl's Murder - 2002-03-15
A federal grand jury in New Jersey has indicted Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh for the kidnapping and murder of journalist Daniel Pearl. This indictment highlights…
Britain Rejects Zimbabwe Presidential Election - 2002-03-14
Britain has rejected the legitimacy of Zimbabwe's presidential election that led to Robert Mugabe's victory, citing voter suppression. The Commonwealth observers have condemned the election,…
Pentagon Seeks to Alleviate Rising Concerns - 2002-03-13
The Pentagon is trying to reduce concerns after revealing a plan that suggests the potential use of nuclear weapons under less stringent conditions. This situation…
Efforts to End the Surge of Violence in the Middle East - 2002-03-13
The Bush administration is proposing to send American observers to the Middle East to help reduce violence between Israel and the Palestinians, with Israel now…
Ten Injured in a Football Match in Greece - 2002-03-12
A violent clash among football fans in Xanthi, Greece, led to at least 10 injuries before a match between Olympiacos and Xanthi. The police arrested…
Los Angeles Report: The U.S. Economy After the September 11 Tragedy - 2002-03-12
This article discusses an interview regarding the state of the U.S. economy following the September 11 attacks. Dr. Jahan Farahi provides insights into the economic…
Report from the Site of the September 11 Tragedy in New York - 2002-03-12
Mahtab Farid reports from the site of the World Trade Center six months after the September 11 attacks, highlighting the devastation and ongoing impact of…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report from Germany: Mohammad Khatami Arrives in Austria - 2002-03-12
Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has arrived in Austria, as reported by Nasrin Mahdavi from Germany. This visit is significant as it highlights Khatami's ongoing…
Israeli Forces Enter Three Palestinian-Controlled Areas in Gaza and the West Bank - 2002-03-12
Israeli forces have entered multiple Palestinian-controlled areas in Gaza and the West Bank, resulting in clashes that led to casualties, including the death of a…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report from Germany: Iranian Demonstrations in Front of the Dom Church in Cologne - 2002-03-11
Iranians demonstrated in front of the Dom Church in Cologne, Germany, organized by the Association for the Defense of Political Prisoners in Iran. This event…
Colin Powell: The Bush Administration Has No Plans to Produce New Nuclear Weapons - 2002-03-11
Colin Powell reassured that the Bush administration is not planning to develop new nuclear weapons, despite reports suggesting otherwise. This statement comes amid concerns about…
Burma's Army is Being Purged - 2002-03-11
The military government of Burma is initiating a significant purge within its army following the thwarting of a coup linked to former dictator Ne Win's…
At least 14 killed in two suicide attacks inside Israel
Two suicide attacks in Israel resulted in at least 14 deaths, with one bombing in Jerusalem and gunfire in Netanya. The Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigade and…
Mexican Police Arrest Leader of the Country's Largest Drug Trafficking Cartel - 2002-03-10
Mexican police arrested Benjamin Arellano Felix, the leader of the largest drug cartel, without any gunfire. His arrest is seen as a significant victory for…
Zimbabweans Welcome Elections - 2002-03-10
Zimbabweans are actively participating in presidential elections, with significant voter turnout as opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai challenges long-time President Robert Mugabe. Despite reports of intimidation…
Suicide of an Iranian Asylum Seeker in Germany - 2002-03-10
In February 2002, Mohammad Hossein Tamanna, a young Iranian asylum seeker, took his own life in a German refugee camp. Mahin Arjomand from the Iranian…
Report: Iran's Foreign Policy in the Spotlight - 2002-03-10
The President of Iran has traveled to Greece and Austria, drawing attention to the country's foreign policy. This visit is significant as it highlights Iran's…
Deep Dish Group Guests on TV Roundtable Program - March 6, 2002
Ali Shirazinia and Shahram Tayebi from the music group Deep Dish appeared on a TV program to discuss their Grammy win for Best Remix. Their…
Five Algerians to be Tried in Germany
Five Algerians are set to stand trial in Germany for allegedly plotting a bombing at a Christmas market in France. Their connections to Al-Qaeda have…
At least fifty people have died in a severe earthquake on Sunday in South and Central Asia - 2002-03-05
A severe earthquake struck South and Central Asia on Sunday, resulting in at least fifty fatalities and one hundred missing persons in Afghanistan. The World…
A Palestinian Armed Man Kills at Least Three Israelis in a Tel Aviv Restaurant and Injures at Least 25 Others - 2002-03-05
A Palestinian armed man attacked a restaurant in Tel Aviv, killing three Israelis and injuring many others, shortly after Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon reiterated…
Israeli Tanks Enter Rafah Camp in Gaza Strip - 2002-03-05
Israeli tanks have entered the Rafah camp in Gaza following a decision by the Israeli security cabinet to intensify military action against Palestinians after violent…
Death toll from India's worst communal violence exceeds 550
The death toll from severe communal violence in Gujarat, India, has exceeded 550, with ongoing clashes between Hindus and Muslims. The violence erupted following the…
Creation of a Database of Genetic or Hereditary Profiles of Terrorism Suspects
U.S. officials are considering a proposal to create a genetic database of arrested terrorism suspects to improve identification efforts. This initiative is being reviewed by…
Macedonian Police Kill Seven Men
Macedonian police killed seven men accused of planning attacks on key buildings and foreign embassies in Skopje. The deceased were described as foreign terrorists, and…
UK Police Searching for Dangerous Mail Packages - 2002-03-02
UK police are investigating dangerous mail packages after an anonymous package was sent to Prime Minister Tony Blair. A warning was issued by a man…
Delivery of Hazardous Materials to the British Prime Minister - 2002-03-02
Sixteen hazardous packages were sent to political institutions in the UK, including one to Prime Minister Tony Blair's residence. Blair is currently abroad at a…
Exploratory spacecraft discovers extensive areas on the surface of Mars
The Mars Odyssey spacecraft has discovered large areas on Mars that likely contain ice, revealing significant hydrogen levels near the south pole. This finding suggests…
Leader of Pakistan's Islamic Party Released
Qazi Hussain Ahmad, leader of Pakistan's Jamaat-e-Islami party, has been released on bail after four months in detention for organizing protests against U.S. military actions…
On the Line: Pakistan in the War on Terror - 2002-03-02
The article features a discussion with Pakistani Ambassador Maleeha Lodhi about Pakistan's involvement in the war on terror and the significance of Afghanistan in this…
Iranians in Japan (Part One) - 2002-03-01
The article introduces a program titled 'Iranians in Japan' that will air on Voice of America, focusing on the lives of Iranians residing in Japan…