Municipality in Israel approves new settlements in the West Bank and Gaza Strip causing new controversy ahead of next round of Palestinian peace talks. Negotiations between the two resumed in July but did not produce any results.
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Crimea Holds Referendum on Russian Empire
Crimea holds referendum under the new interim government that replaced pro-Russian president after months of protest and is seen as a chance by Russia to help it rebuild its post-Soviet Union territory in the Eastern bloc.
Pakistan and Taliban Peace Talks Captivate Nation
In a text message that came from the negotiations, Irfan Siddiqui sent a text message which stated that the atmosphere within the meetings had been “cordial and friendly”. Siddiqui also went onto say about the Taliban that they “responded beyond our expectations”.
Ukraine Protest in Kiev Continue to Build
Nation is seeking to decide which way it wants to move in terms of whether to stay in the sphere of influence of the Soviet Union or make a move more toward Europe and the EU, regarding policies of economics, debt and trade amid growing Ukraine protest in Kiev.
Syrian Revolution Opponents Meet Face to Face for First Time
Bitter Syrian revolution opponents meet for the first time in the nearly three year long civil war in Geneva, Switzerland amid no cessation in hostilities. The topics of discussion in the meeting included the delivery of aid to the civilians who were caught up in the violence.
Democrats Return: Election Night 2013 Review
Election Night 2013 Review: A review of the big 3 races in the United States on November 5th, 2013 including how Democrat Terry McAufille edges Ted Cuccinelli in close race.
Piracy Charges Against Greenpeace Dropped
Russian authorities have dropped piracy charges against 30 Greenpeace activist but have kept “hooliganism” charges amid widespread public outcry
United States to Cut Aid to Egypt After Crackdowns
The United States government will be cutting/suspending aid to Egypt after violent clashes and crackdowns between the Muslim brotherhood and the army.
Russian Punk Band Member Ends Hunger Strike
Russian Punk Band Member: A member of the Russian punk band group Pussy Riot has ended her hunger strike in opposition to the conditions of the prison that she is being held in
Debate in Senate Shows a Divided Republican Party
A growing chasm among the divided Republican Party was highlighted by Senator Ted Cruz’s near marathon speech on the Senate floor against his colleagues