July 2002
Meeting of the U.S. Secretary of State with the Prime Minister of Malaysia - 2002-07-30
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell met with Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad to discuss regional security and terrorism support. This meeting is part of…
Punishment for Wrongdoing Managers of American Private Companies - 2002-07-30
President Bush signed a bill aimed at increasing penalties for managers of private companies who engage in wrongdoing, providing investors with more time to file…
U.S. Defense Secretary: Air Power Alone Cannot Destroy Iraq's Weapons - 2002-07-30
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld emphasized that air strikes alone cannot effectively target Iraq's weapons of mass destruction due to their underground locations and mobile…
Frontiers of Knowledge: Interview with Dr. Kazem Omidvar - 2002-07-29
An interview with Dr. Kazem Omidvar, an Iranian physicist at NASA, discusses his theories on mathematical and geometric equations. While some view his work as…
President Bush Calls for Passage of Priority Bills
President Bush is urging the Senate to pass key legislation before their recess, including a trade bill and the establishment of the Department of Homeland…
President Bush Urges Senate to Approve House Exemptions - 2002-07-27
President Bush is calling on the Senate to pass a bill for a new Department of Homeland Security, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing national defense…
Perhaps the Devil
The article discusses Robert Bresson's film 'Perhaps the Devil,' which critiques societal issues through the story of a disillusioned young man named Charles. The film,…
Approval of Anti-Terrorism Budget - 2002-07-25
The U.S. Congress has passed a $29 billion anti-terrorism budget aimed at enhancing security and aiding recovery from the September 11 attacks. This funding includes…
Israel Heavily Criticized at United Nations Security Council Meeting
The United Nations Security Council criticized Israel for an airstrike in Gaza that killed 15 Palestinians, including a Hamas leader. Arab diplomats called for a…
UN: Newly Democratic Countries at Risk of Returning to Autocratic Regimes - 2002-07-24
The UN warns that newly democratic nations face the risk of reverting to autocratic regimes due to economic and social challenges. The report highlights that…
United Nations Lacks Budget to Aid Angola - 2002-07-18
The United Nations is facing a severe budget shortfall for humanitarian aid in Angola, having received only a fraction of the requested funds. This situation…
Interview with General Wali - 2002-07-18
General Wali, an advisor to the former king of Afghanistan, Mohammad Zahir Shah, discusses his silence after the Loya Jirga and answers various questions. This…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, July 12 - 2002
Recent student protests in Iran mark the third anniversary of a significant event and have raised questions about the future of the Islamic Republic. Analysts…
Writings and Poems: Review of Three Books Addressing Women's Lives in Difficult Conditions - 2002-07-12
The article reviews three significant books that explore the challenges faced by women in difficult circumstances. The works highlighted include 'My Forbidden Face,' 'West of…
Washington's Diplomatic Note to Iraq - 2002-07-12
The U.S. has declined Iraq's offer to send investigators regarding missing pilot Scott Speicher from the Gulf War, opting instead to inquire if Iraq has…
A Senior Japanese Diplomat Heads to Washington
A senior Japanese diplomat is traveling to Washington to align U.S. and Japanese strategies regarding North Korea, following the U.S.'s silence on a dialogue proposal.…
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…
Syria's Change of Tone Regarding President Bush's Speech - 2002-07-05
Syria has softened its initial criticism of President Bush's speech on Middle Eastern policies, acknowledging some positive aspects while still highlighting negatives. The speech emphasized…
Early Elections in Argentina - 2002-07-03
Eduardo Duhalde announced early presidential elections in Argentina due to public demand for a government backed by popular support amid ongoing protests. The protests, triggered…
Visit of the British Foreign Secretary to India and Pakistan - 2002-07-03
British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw will visit India and Pakistan to address the Kashmir crisis, which recently escalated tensions between the two nations. The visit…
Musharraf: If bin Laden is alive, he is certainly not in Pakistan - 2002-07-02
President Musharraf denies that Osama bin Laden is hiding in Pakistan, expressing doubt about his survival. This statement follows a report suggesting bin Laden was…
Report: Denmark Assumes Presidency of the European Union - 2002-07-01
Denmark has taken over the presidency of the European Union, with the Prime Minister emphasizing the urgency of addressing upcoming challenges in collaboration with the…
Bin Laden is Alive! - 2002-07-01
New evidence indicates that Osama bin Laden was alive in late December 2001, having survived U.S. bombings in Afghanistan. A handwritten note from bin Laden…