April 2017
European Court of Human Rights Finds Russia Guilty in Beslan Hostage Crisis
The European Court of Human Rights has condemned Russia for its handling of the 2004 Beslan hostage crisis, ordering it to pay nearly €3 million…
Russia's Surprising Stance on Recognizing Western Jerusalem as Israel's Capital
Russia's Foreign Ministry has recognized Western Jerusalem as Israel's capital for the first time, while also affirming East Jerusalem as the future capital of Palestine.…
Aung San Suu Kyi Denies 'Ethnic Cleansing' of Muslim Minority in Myanmar
Aung San Suu Kyi has denied allegations of ethnic cleansing against the Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar, calling the term 'excessively strong.' This comes amid…
Russian Police Investigate Possible Suicide Bombing in St. Petersburg Metro Explosion
A deadly explosion in the St. Petersburg metro has killed at least eleven and injured many others, with police investigating the possibility of a suicide…
Explosion in St. Petersburg Metro; At Least 11 Dead and 39 Injured
An explosion in the St. Petersburg metro resulted in at least 11 deaths and 39 injuries. Russian authorities are investigating the incident, which may be…
Protesters Set Fire to Congress Building in Paraguay
Protests erupted in Paraguay after the Senate approved a constitutional reform allowing President Horacio Cartes to extend his term. Demonstrators set parts of the Congress…