September 2002
Putin: Political Solution for Iraq Crisis - 2002-09-26
Vladimir Putin emphasizes the need for a political solution to the Iraq crisis through existing UN resolutions, rejecting the need for new ones. The US…
Putin: Assistance to Avalanche Survivors in North Ossetia is a Priority
A massive avalanche in North Ossetia has destroyed a village, killing at least 30 and leaving around 100 missing. Russian President Vladimir Putin has prioritized…
Draft Law Prepared in Russian Parliament for Sending Troops to Georgia - 2002-09-20
The Russian Parliament is drafting a law to permit troop deployment to Georgia against Chechen rebels, following claims of self-defense by Russian officials. This situation…
Preemptive Attack on Georgian Territory - 2002-09-19
Russian officials, including Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov and President Vladimir Putin, have indicated the possibility of a preemptive military action against Georgia if Russian forces…
The Plan to Establish Communication Routes Between the Two Koreas Revived
North and South Korea have revived a long-stalled plan to build communication routes between them, marking a significant step towards improved relations. The event was…
Bush: Russia's pursuit of Chechen militants should not threaten Georgia's sovereignty - 2002-09-15
President Bush emphasized that Russia's actions against Chechen militants should respect Georgia's sovereignty. He urged Georgian officials to take action against the militants themselves while…
Georgia Welcomes U.S. Support in Dispute with Russia - 2002-09-14
Georgia's President Edward Shevardnadze has expressed gratitude for U.S. support amid rising tensions with Russia, which threatens military action in response to Chechen rebels. This…
President Vladimir Putin's Warning to Georgia - 2002-09-12
President Putin has issued a warning to Georgia regarding Chechen separatist activities near their borders, suggesting potential military action. Georgian President Shevardnadze criticized Putin's comments…
President Bush's Efforts to Oust Saddam - 2002-09-06
President Bush is trying to convince global leaders to support military action against Saddam Hussein. He is in talks with leaders from China, Russia, and…
Meeting of the Presidents of Russia and Germany - 2002-09-03
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with German President Johannes Rau to discuss enhancing economic cooperation and trade relations. The meeting also addressed the implications of…