November 2002
US and Mexico Negotiations on Immigration Agreement - 2002-11-26
US Secretary of State Colin Powell is in Mexico discussing a potential immigration agreement with Mexican officials, emphasizing the current opportunity to address mutual interests,…
President Bush Leaves Romania After Speaking to Thousands of Supporters - 2002-11-23
President Bush visited Romania to address thousands of supporters and discuss the country's invitation to join NATO. This invitation is seen as a vote of…
Bush's Meeting with Putin in St. Petersburg - 2002-11-22
President Bush met with President Putin in St. Petersburg to discuss NATO's eastward expansion and assure Russia that it would be beneficial. The talks also…
NATO's Agreement to Support UN Efforts for Disarmament in Iraq - 2002-11-21
NATO member states have agreed to support UN disarmament efforts in Iraq due to Iraq's non-compliance with Security Council resolutions. This decision was made at…
NATO Forces Reconstruction - 2002-11-21
NATO leaders in Prague have agreed to modernize their armed forces to address new terrorist threats and invited seven Eastern and Central European countries to…
Bush: I Will Consult Allies Before Any Military Action Against Iraq - 2002-11-20
President Bush announced his intention to consult with allies before taking military action against Iraq during a press conference in Prague. He emphasized NATO's role…
Piracy in Russia - 2002-11-20
Unidentified armed men hijacked a Russian fishing vessel near Vladivostok, carrying at least twenty crew members. The incident, first reported by South Korean border guards,…
Chinese Cartoonists at the House of Cartoon in Iran - November 19, 2002
Chinese cartoonists are showcasing their works in Iran amid significant changes in China's Communist Party leadership. The exhibition features politically charged cartoons addressing issues like…
President Bush Arrives in Prague - 2002-11-19
President Bush has arrived in Prague for a NATO summit and to invite seven Eastern and Central European countries to join. He is expected to…
Tom Ridge: Significant Progress Made in Countering Al-Qaeda Terrorist Network - 2002-11-17
Tom Ridge announced significant advancements in the fight against Al-Qaeda, despite the ongoing threat it poses. Nancy Pelosi supports the anti-terrorism efforts but stresses the…
Turkish President Appoints Abdullah Gul as Prime Minister - 2002-11-16
Turkish President has appointed Abdullah Gul as Prime Minister, marking the first non-coalition government in 15 years. Gul's appointment comes as the Justice and Development…
Democrats Protest Changes to the Department of Homeland Security Bill - 2002-11-16
Democratic senators in the U.S. are threatening to delay the Department of Homeland Security bill due to added provisions they deem irrelevant to security. Tom…
Criticism of the Nigerian Government for Failing to Halt Stoning Sentences
Amnesty International has condemned the Nigerian government for not stopping stoning sentences from Sharia courts, particularly criticizing the lack of clarity on whether these sentences…
Interview with Reza Delbari, Secretary-General of the Student Association, on Recent Protests
Reza Delbari, Secretary-General of the Student Association, spoke about the recent protests, emphasizing the need for political reform and greater freedoms. He criticized the government's…
Repercussions of Aghajari's Death Sentence in Germany - 2002-11-14
Iranian students are protesting against the death sentence of Hashem Aghajari, prompting significant coverage and analysis in German media. This situation highlights the intersection of…
Arafat Promises to Investigate Attack on Kibbutz in Northern Israel
Yasser Arafat has vowed to investigate a deadly attack on a kibbutz in northern Israel that resulted in five deaths, including two children. Israel has…
Bush Urges Congress to Pass National Security Department Bill by End of Current Session - 2002-11-10
President Bush is urging Congress to pass a bill to establish the Department of Homeland Security before the current session ends. Democrats express willingness to…
South Korea Will Not Cooperate with North Korea Until Nuclear Program Concerns Are Addressed
South Korea has declared it will not engage in new economic cooperation with North Korea until the latter resolves global concerns over its nuclear program.…
China's Future is Based on the Vision of Capitalism - 2002-11-08
Yang Zemin opened the 16th Communist Party Congress, emphasizing the need for China to adopt capitalism while maintaining a strong communist framework. Hu Jintao is…
Establishment of a New Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-07
Following the midterm elections in the U.S., President Bush aims to establish a new Department of Homeland Security with bipartisan support. The Republican Party's control…
New Round of Talks in Ivory Coast - 2002-11-06
Rebels and the Ivorian government have resumed peace talks in Togo to end a six-week civil war. The rebels demand the resignation of President Gbagbo…
Peace Talks in Ivory Coast Halted - 2002-11-05
Peace talks in Ivory Coast have been suspended as rebels demand the resignation of President Laurent Gbagbo and new elections. The situation has led to…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Karzai's Special Delegation for Addressing Afghan Prisoners in Cuba - 2002-11-04
A special delegation led by Afghan President Karzai is addressing the situation of Afghan prisoners in Cuba. Recently, two elderly Afghan prisoners were released, highlighting…
White House Dismisses North Korean Proposal as Worthless - 2002-11-04
The White House has rejected North Korea's proposal for negotiations regarding its weapons program, insisting that North Korea must first dismantle its nuclear capabilities. The…
Tamil Rebels in Sri Lanka Seek Participation in Current Politics and Advancement of Democracy - 2002-11-03
Tamil rebels in Sri Lanka expressed their intention to engage in the country's politics and promote democracy after recent negotiations with the government in Thailand.…
North Korean Ambassador to the UN: We are Willing to Negotiate with the US on Nuclear Weapons Program
The North Korean ambassador expressed willingness to negotiate with the US regarding its nuclear program, contingent on the US ending its hostile policies. The US…
President Bush's Efforts to Garner Votes for Republicans - 2002-11-02
President Bush is campaigning in Georgia to support Republican candidates for Congress and the governorship, emphasizing their role in passing important legislation. He also reaffirms…
Foreign Donors in Indonesia Urge Government to Combat Terrorism More Stringently
Foreign donors are pressing the Indonesian government to enhance its fight against terrorism, linking future aid to progress in this area. They have backed a…
Peace Talks Between the Ivorian Government and Rebels - 2002-11-01
The Ivorian government and rebels are engaged in peace talks to resolve a six-week rebellion. Progress has been made, with both sides agreeing to halt…