By Lesley Rozycki
After weeks of rising tensions between Russia and the United States, President Barack Obama and President Vladimir Putin finally spoke to one another.
Category: International
Ukraine Defense Minister Kicked out by Lawmakers
By Michelle Lavner
Ukraine Defense Minister Ihor Tenyukh was sacked by parliament over disagreements on his handling of the Crimea annexation.
Hundreds connected to Muslim Brotherhood Sentenced to Death
By Jordyn Palmer
All of the defendants in this case are members of a now labeled banned group in Egypt called Muslim Brotherhood.
Obama imposes new sanctions on Russia
By Joshua Powers
Russia’s invasion and takeover of Crimea has dominated headlines recently, and new sanctions by the United States look to add to the building tension.
Unrest Across Venezuela After Deadly Demonstrations
By Mercy Benzaquen
Deadly political protests continue in Venezuela. The political tension has grown over the past three weeks after thousands gathered on February 12, National Youth Day.
World Leaders React to the Passing Nelson Mandela
By Jean Merlain
Shortly after the passing of Nelson Mandela, the former South African President, World Leaders marked the death of the anti-apartheid leader.
Next Steps for Iran Nuclear Talks
By Alexandria Ellison
Iran’s interim nuclear agreement is being fine-tuned.
Historic Agreement on Iran’s Nuclear Program
By Alexandria Ellison
An interim agreement freezes most of Iran’s nuclear assets.
Israeli-Palestinian Peace Talks
By Madeline Bilis
Secretary of State John Kerry attempted to help restore relations today when he meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem.
Congress Briefed as Kerry Preps for Geneva
By Dustin Wlodkowski
Congress and the Secretary of State are preparing for tough debates about Syria.