April 2002
Referendum in Pakistan - 2002-04-30
Today, Pakistanis are voting in a referendum on whether to extend General Pervez Musharraf's presidency for another five years. Musharraf has pledged a fair process…
Israel's Renewed Opposition to UN Fact-Finding Mission Visit - 2002-04-30
Israel has rejected a visit from a UN fact-finding mission to the Jenin refugee camp, citing concerns over bias and the need for preliminary issues…
Saudi Arabia's Position on the Attack on Iraq - April 29, 2002
Saudi Foreign Minister Saud al-Faisal declared that military action against Iraq would be opposed if Iraq permits UN weapons inspectors. He emphasized the importance of…
Familiarity with the U.S. Constitution - Section Seven - 2002-04-29
The article discusses the shortcomings of the U.S. Constitution regarding slavery, checks and balances, and gender issues. It highlights the historical context and implications of…
Final Decisions of the Vatican Summit - 2002-04-25
American Catholic Church leaders left the Vatican without a final decision on enforcing a zero-tolerance policy for priests accused of sexual abuse. Pope John Paul…
Pope's Dialogue with American Catholic Cardinals - 2002-04-24
Pope John Paul II is meeting with twelve American Cardinals to address the sexual abuse scandal within the Catholic Church and to propose reforms aimed…
International Conference on Drug Control Calls for Assistance in Addressing Drug Issues in Afghanistan - 2002-04-24
The International Conference on Drug Control in Tokyo called for global cooperation to tackle Afghanistan's drug issues. Following the fall of the Taliban, opium cultivation…
Pope John Paul II's Comments on Sexual Abuse of Children in the Church - 2002-04-23
Pope John Paul II condemned sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests as a crime with no place in the Church and apologized to victims…
Meeting of American Cardinals with the Pope - April 23, 2002
American Cardinals met with Pope John Paul II to discuss the sexual abuse crisis involving priests in the U.S. The Pope condemned the abuse and…
End of Parliamentary Deadlock in India - 2002-04-23
The Indian Parliament ended a six-day deadlock when the Deputy Speaker allowed a motion from the opposition to discuss the government's failure to address violent…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Otto Schily, German Interior Minister's Visit to Tunisia - April 22, 2002
Otto Schily, the German Interior Minister, visited Tunisia to respond to a synagogue explosion that killed three Germans. This incident highlights the ongoing security concerns…
Supreme Court of Pakistan Addresses Complaint Against General Pervez Musharraf - 2002-04-22
The Supreme Court of Pakistan is reviewing a complaint against President Pervez Musharraf's decision to extend his presidency for another five years through a referendum.…
Israel Accepts Visit of UN Investigation Team to Palestinian Refugee Camp - 2002-04-20
Israel has agreed to allow a UN investigation team to assess the impact of its military operations in a Palestinian refugee camp. This follows claims…
Yasser Arafat Willing to Prosecute Terrorism Suspects - April 20, 2002
Yasser Arafat expressed his readiness to prosecute suspects in the murder of Israeli Minister Rehavam Ze'evi. Israel demands the handover of these suspects as a…
Tourist Plane Crashes into Skyscraper in Italy - 2002-04-18
A small tourist plane crashed into a skyscraper in Milan, killing at least three and injuring many others. The Italian Interior Minister has ruled out…
How the U.S. Supports Palestinians - 2002-04-17
The U.S. government, under the Bush administration, has set conditions for future aid to Palestinians, linking it to their efforts against terrorism. The U.S. plans…
Summoning of American Catholic Church Officials to Rome - 2002-04-16
Pope John Paul II has summoned senior American Catholic Church officials to discuss the sexual abuse scandal. The meetings aim to restore trust in the…
Establishment of a Permanent International Court - 2002-04-12
A permanent international court for war crimes has been established, with 66 countries supporting it. Key figures like UK Foreign Secretary Jack Straw hailed the…
The Life of Women in Afghanistan - 2002-04-10
The U.S. Congress is discussing the situation of women in Afghanistan, highlighting ongoing concerns about their rights and living conditions. This is significant as it…
Biodiversity Conference in The Hague - 2002-04-08
Delegations from over 180 countries are attending a two-week biodiversity conference in The Hague to discuss the protection of biological species. The conference, supported by…
The World and Iraq Will Be Better Off Without Saddam Hussein's Regime - 2002-04-07
President Bush and Prime Minister Blair assert that the removal of Saddam Hussein would benefit both Iraq and the world. They emphasize the threat posed…
The U.S. Is Not Seeking War with Iran - 2002-04-06
The article discusses a U.S. official's assertion that the U.S. is not seeking war with Iran, despite President Bush's warnings about Iran's support for terrorism.…
British Prime Minister Meets President Bush - 2002-04-06
British Prime Minister Tony Blair met with President Bush to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the situation in the Middle East. Blair emphasized the need…
Court for Daniel Pearl's Kidnappers Held in Pakistan - 2002-04-05
A court session in Pakistan addressed the case of four men accused of kidnapping and murdering journalist Daniel Pearl. Defense lawyers sought more evidence from…
422 Million Dollars for the National Army of Afghanistan - April 4, 2002
Afghanistan is seeking $422 million in aid to build its national army and combat warlordism. Foreign Minister Abdullah made the request at a UN meeting,…
North Korea Ready to Negotiate with the U.S.
North Korea is willing to resume negotiations with a U.S.-led consortium on a nuclear power plant, but the U.S. wants to include discussions on weapons…
UN Court Begins Proceedings for War Crimes in Rwanda - 2002-04-02
The UN court has started the trial of Colonel Bagosora and three senior Rwandan officers for their roles in the 1994 genocide. They are accused…
Malaysian Prime Minister Condemns Terrorism - 2002-04-02
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad condemned terrorism at an Islamic conference, emphasizing the need for a clear definition of terrorism and criticizing Western perspectives. He…
President Bush and His Wife Host Thousands of Children - April 2, 2002
President Bush and First Lady Laura hosted the annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House, welcoming around 40,000 children and families. The event, which…
UN Secretary-General: Much Worse Days May Be Ahead
UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan warned of potentially worse days ahead in the Israel-Palestine conflict unless the underlying issues are addressed. His comments came during a…