October 25, 2002
* Moscow Theater Siege: Chechen separatists took over 700 hostages in a Moscow theater. After a lengthy standoff, Russian special forces stormed the building, using a powerful sedative gas to subdue the militants. However, the operation resulted in the deaths of over 100 hostages.
* Bali Bombings: A second car bomb exploded in Bali, Indonesia, targeting a nightclub and killing at least 182 people. This attack followed the October 12 bombings on the island.
* Washington Sniper Attacks: The D.C. sniper attacks continued, with another victim being shot and killed.
* Jenin Raid: Israeli forces launched a large-scale raid into the Palestinian city of Jenin in response to a suicide bombing that killed 14 people.
* Kenyan Parliament Dissolution: Kenyan President Daniel arap Moi dissolved the country's Parliament, paving the way for general elections.
* Alberta Alliance Party Registration: The Alberta Alliance Party was officially registered in Canada.