June 2002
British Foreign Secretary Criticizes Zimbabwean Government - 2002-06-26
The British Foreign Secretary criticized Zimbabwe's order for white farmers to leave their lands amid a severe food crisis. This has led to legal challenges…
Sheikh Omar Claims Innocence
Sheikh Omar, the main suspect in the murder of journalist Daniel Pearl, claims he is innocent and was not in Karachi at the time of…
Investigations in Saudi Arabia Continue Regarding Car Bomb Explosion
A car bomb exploded in Riyadh, killing a British man named Simon John Vance. The incident follows the arrest of 13 suspects linked to al-Qaeda,…
Bombing in Saudi Arabia - 2002-06-20
A bombing in Riyadh killed Simon John Wenis, a British employee at an international bank. The explosion occurred while he was driving alone, and authorities…
The Number of British Soldiers in Peacekeeping Forces Will Be Reduced to Several Hundred
Britain plans to cut its troop presence in Afghanistan from 1,700 to several hundred as part of the international peacekeeping force. This decision comes as…
Iraq Fired at Allied Aircraft - 2002-06-20
Iraq fired at American and British aircraft during an airstrike in northern Iraq, injuring one person. The allied forces retaliated by bombing an Iraqi anti-aircraft…
Rolling Stones Singer Receives Knighthood from the Queen of Britain
Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones has been knighted by the Queen of Britain, becoming 'Sir Michael Jagger.' This recognition highlights his significant contributions to…
U.S. Fighters Strike Iraqi Air Defense Site in the South - 2002-06-15
U.S. fighter jets attacked an Iraqi air defense site in response to increased Iraqi anti-aircraft fire targeting U.S. and British patrols in a no-fly zone.…
Two-Day Negotiations of Eight Industrial Countries Conclude
The foreign ministers of eight major industrial nations concluded their two-day talks in Canada without any progress on a proposed Middle East peace conference. While…
US Attack on One of Iraq's Air Defense Platforms - 2002-06-14
US aircraft attacked an Iraqi air defense platform in response to Iraq's increased aggression towards US and British surveillance flights in a no-fly zone. This…
NATO Security is Not at Risk - 2002-06-14
The U.S. Department of Defense reassures that NATO's security is not compromised despite claims that satellite dish users can access spy images. A British individual…
The U.S. Calls on Industrialized Countries to Assist in the Reconstruction of Afghanistan - 2002-06-14
The U.S. has urged industrialized nations to financially support the reconstruction of Afghanistan following years of conflict. Colin Powell emphasized the importance of financial aid…
American Journalist Declares Innocence in Zimbabwe
Andrew Meldrum, an American journalist, is on trial in Zimbabwe for allegedly publishing a false report, which he claims was a mistake. The trial has…
Trial of an American Journalist Begins in Zimbabwe
An American journalist, Andromeldram, is on trial in Zimbabwe for allegedly publishing false reports, drawing criticism from the U.S. government. This case highlights ongoing concerns…
Trial of an American Journalist in Zimbabwe - 2002-06-12
An American journalist, Andrew Meldrum, is on trial in Zimbabwe for allegedly spreading false information, which U.S. officials view as an attempt by the Zimbabwean…
Five Arrested During Raid on Al-Qaeda Hideout
British and American forces arrested five individuals during a raid on an Al-Qaeda hideout in Kandahar, confiscating weapons and explosives. The identities of the arrested…
Britain and Libya Discuss Libya's Commitments Regarding the 1988 Bombing
British and Libyan officials are in talks regarding Libya's obligations to the UN concerning the 1988 Lockerbie bombing. The discussions focus on Libya's acceptance of…
Jack Straw: Pakistan's Position on Preemptive Use of Nuclear Weapons is Unacceptable
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw criticized Pakistan's stance on the potential preemptive use of nuclear weapons in its conflict with India, stating it is unacceptable.…
U.S. Envoy to Meet Indian Prime Minister Today
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage is meeting with Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee to discuss tensions with Pakistan. The talks follow Armitage's…
U.S. and U.K. Pressure on India and Pakistan Regarding Kashmir Dispute - 2002-06-05
U.S. and U.K. officials are pressuring India and Pakistan to avoid conflict over Kashmir. This comes amid rising tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations. The…
The 50th Anniversary Celebration of Queen Elizabeth's Reign Concludes
Queen Elizabeth II's 50th anniversary celebrations concluded with a thanksgiving service and a public appearance. The event attracted a massive crowd, highlighting the public's support…
BSE Outbreak in Israel - June 4, 2002
Israel has reported its first case of BSE in a cow, prompting emergency measures to prevent its spread. The disease, which has caused over 100…
Despite Warnings from Western Governments, Foreigners Have Not Started Leaving India
Western governments have warned their citizens to leave India due to the potential for conflict with Pakistan, but foreign nationals have not begun to evacuate.…
Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan Will Result in 9 to 12 Million Deaths - 2002-06-01
The U.S. Department of Defense estimates that a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan could lead to 9 to 12 million deaths in South Asia.…
Iraq: 3 Injured in Allied Airstrikes - 2002-06-01
Iraq reported that three individuals were injured due to airstrikes by U.S. and British warplanes in southern Iraq. The U.S. claims the strikes were aimed…