November 2002
Henry Kissinger Appointed as Chair of Commission Investigating September 11 Terrorist Attacks - 2002-11-27
President Bush appointed Henry Kissinger to lead a new commission investigating the September 11 terrorist attacks. The commission is tasked with examining aviation security and…
President Bush Signs Law Establishing New Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-26
President Bush signed a law creating the Department of Homeland Security, marking a significant reorganization of the U.S. government. This new department aims to enhance…
Ceremony to Confirm the Law for the New Department of Homeland Security at the White House - 2002-11-25
President Bush is confirming the establishment of the new Department of Homeland Security, marking a significant reorganization of the U.S. government. Tom Ridge will be…
President Bush Approves Law for the Establishment of a New Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-25
President Bush has signed a law to create the Department of Homeland Security, marking a significant reorganization of the U.S. government aimed at enhancing national…
Cautious Response from Bush Administration to Potential Financial Aid from Saudi Arabia to Two September 11 Hijackers - 2002-11-24
The Bush administration is cautiously responding to investigations into potential Saudi financial support for two September 11 hijackers. Officials emphasize that it is premature to…
Iraq's Air Defense Systems Bombed for the Second Consecutive Day
U.S. and allied forces bombed Iraq's air defense systems for the second day in a row following Iraq's firing on their patrol aircraft, which the…
Security Officials Believe Audio Tape is Voice of Osama Bin Laden - 2002-11-18
U.S. security officials suspect that a recently aired audio tape by Al Jazeera features Osama Bin Laden praising recent terrorist attacks and warning of more…
Violation of the New UN Security Council Resolution by Iraq - 2002-11-18
The U.S. accuses Iraq of violating a new UN Security Council resolution by attacking its aircraft in no-fly zones. Iraq counters that the U.S. is…
NATO Leaders Summit - 2002-11-16
During the NATO leaders summit in Prague, discussions will focus on Iraq and the future of NATO. President Bush seeks support from NATO allies regarding…
Arrest of Senior Al-Qaeda Member - 2002-11-16
A senior member of Al-Qaeda has been arrested by U.S. authorities amid warnings of a potential large-scale attack targeting key sectors. The FBI has highlighted…
Questions Regarding the Success of the War on Terror - 2002-11-15
A senior U.S. senator questions the effectiveness of the war on terror due to the government's failure to find Osama bin Laden. Experts believe a…
The United States Congratulates Hu Jintao on His Appointment as Leader of the Communist Party of China - 2002-11-15
The U.S. has congratulated Hu Jintao on becoming the leader of the Communist Party of China, expressing hopes for future cooperation. Key areas of collaboration…
Intelligence Agencies Report Increased Communications Among Terrorists
U.S. terrorism experts warn of increased terrorist communications, indicating potential imminent attacks. The FBI has issued warnings about hospitals being at risk, but the White…
The World Awaits Saddam Hussein's Decision - 2002-11-13
The world is awaiting Saddam Hussein's response to a new UN resolution on Iraq's disarmament. President Bush has rejected the Iraqi Parliament's dismissal of the…
House of Representatives Expected to Approve Establishment of Department of Homeland Security
The U.S. House of Representatives is poised to pass a bill establishing the Department of Homeland Security after a last-minute agreement with the White House.…
Based on numerous indications, the voice on the tape from Al Jazeera is that of Bin Laden - 2002-11-13
A tape released by Al Jazeera purportedly features Osama Bin Laden praising recent terrorist attacks. U.S. officials are investigating the authenticity of the tape, which…
Bush Meets with Kofi Annan - 2002-11-13
President Bush met with UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan to discuss Iraq's disarmament. The UN is waiting for Iraq's response to a resolution, with a deadline…
A Reputable American Newspaper Reports Iraq is Seeking Antidote for Nerve Gas - 2002-11-12
A reputable American newspaper reports that Iraq is ordering large quantities of Atropine, an antidote for nerve gas, suggesting preparations for potential military use of…
Bush's Speech on Veterans Day - 2002-11-11
President Bush delivered a speech on Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery, emphasizing the need for preemptive military action against terrorist networks and Iraq. This…
President Bush's Phone Conversation with the German Chancellor - 2002-11-09
President Bush spoke with German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, expressing hope for improved US-German relations following a UN resolution on Iraq. This was their first conversation…
President Bush Requests Congress to Approve Bill for Establishing Department of Homeland Security - 2002-11-08
President Bush has called on Congress to pass a bill to create the Department of Homeland Security, emphasizing the real threat of terrorism. This request…
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…
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…
Unilateral Sanctions Against Sudan Extended for Another Year
Unilateral sanctions against Sudan have been extended for another year by President Bush due to ongoing concerns about terrorism and human rights violations. The sanctions,…