As part of larger sanctions and punishments on the Russian government, President Obama announced that Russian diplomats and government employees will no longer be able to access two compounds owned by the Russian government, effectively closing the properties. The sanctions come as a result of the Russian government’s interference in the […]
As the Turkish and Russian governments have worked to improve their historically frosty relationship, the Russian ambassador to Turkey was assassinated on Monday by a Turkish police officer. Gunman Mevlut Mert Altintas was killed in the aftermath. Ambassador Andrey Karlov was killed at an Ankara art gallery where he was invited […]
In a historic vote on Sunday, the citizens of Italy overwhelmingly voted “No” to a proposed reform to the country’s constitution. With 91% of ballots counted, “No” comprised 59.7% of votes. Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, a staunch supporter of the “Yes” campaign, announced his resignation following the “extraordinary clear” defeat […]
President of France François Hollande has announced he will not seek re-election in the upcoming French elections, surprising many. “I’ve decided not to be a candidate to renew my mandate,” Hollande stated. “In the months to come, my only duty will be to continue to lead my country.” Hollande has become […]
South Korean President Park Geun-hye says she is offering to resign her position, but only if the Parliament approves. Park is involved in an extortion and corruption scandal that involves her close friend, Choi Soon-sil. Choi, who is at the center of the controversy, also serves as Park’s spiritual advisor, […]
