July 2002
Reza Balouchi, Iranian Cyclist in Colombia - 2002-07-15
Reza Balouchi, an Iranian cyclist, is attempting to reach New York with a peace message on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks but is currently…
Protests Against Chavez in Venezuela - 2002-07-12
On July 12, 2002, hundreds of thousands protested in Caracas, demanding President Hugo Chavez's resignation. The protests were a response to the deaths of 17…
Tens of Thousands Demand Chavez's Resignation in Venezuela's Capital - 2002-07-11
Tens of thousands of protesters in Caracas demanded the resignation of President Hugo Chavez, who was attending a ceremony elsewhere. The demonstration was peaceful, contrasting…
Jimmy Carter Leaves Venezuela Today - 2002-07-10
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter is leaving Venezuela after unsuccessful mediation efforts between President Hugo Chavez and his opponents. The opposition has refused to meet…
Political Opponents of Hugo Chavez Reject Jimmy Carter's Mediation Proposal - 2002-07-09
Political opponents of Hugo Chavez have rejected a mediation proposal from former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, seeking direct dialogue with Chavez instead. They plan to…
Venezuelan Opposition Leaders Request Extended Stay for Jimmy Carter
Venezuelan opposition leaders have requested that former U.S. President Jimmy Carter extend his visit to help prevent violence during their planned rally. Carter's mediation is…
Carter's Visit to Venezuela - 2002-07-07
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter visits Venezuela to promote dialogue between the government and opposition amid a political crisis. His visit follows an invitation from…
Demonstrations in Caracas - 2002-07-01
Over 100,000 people demonstrated in Caracas in support of President Hugo Chávez following an unsuccessful coup last month. The peaceful demonstration is the largest since…