Sara Weeks

Sickening Of Abramovich And Ukrainian Negotiators During Peace Talks Caused by “Environmental Factors”

Earlier this month, Roman Abramovich and several Ukrainian peace negotiators were reportedly suffering from symptoms of suspected poisoning after a meeting in Kyiv. These symptoms included eye irritation and peeling skin on the hands and face. No individual appeared to have experienced life-threatening issues, and all have since recovered. Initially,

Sara Weeks April 21, 2022

Turkish Courts Rule To Keep Osman Kavala Detained

On Monday, February 21st, the Turkish court stated that Osman Kavala must remain in prison. The philanthropist has been detained for over four years without receiving a conviction. The court ruled to keep him in custody and set his next hearing for March 21st. Two years ago, the European Court

Sara Weeks March 9, 2022

Tensions Rise Between Israel and Iran after Jerusalem Post Website Hacked on Anniversary of Soleimani’s Assassination

On Monday, January 3rd, Israel’s Jerusalem Post reported that its website had been hacked. They described this attack as an “apparent threat to the country,” according to Reuters. The website’s main page showed an illustration that recalled General Qassem Soleimani, who was assassinated in a U.S. drone strike on January

Sara Weeks January 14, 2022

India Denies Funding To Charity Founded By Mother Teresa

Late Monday, the Indian government confirmed their refusal to renew a permit called the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) for the Missionaries of Charity, thus cutting off funding from abroad. It was not immediately made clear why the government refused to renew their license, a government statement on Saturday noted

Sara Weeks January 6, 2022

Migrants Forced Out of Belarus – Lithuania Braces for Influx

According to the Lithuanian Interior Ministry, authorities in Belarus have ordered the removal of migrants from warehouses along the Poland-Belarus border. This could potentially lead to a new wave of migrants entering the European Union (EU) through the borders of Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland. In recent weeks, the number of

Sara Weeks December 28, 2021

EU Places Sanctions On Russian Military Contractor Accused Of Human Rights Abuses

On Monday, December 13th, the European Union (EU) imposed sanctions on the Wagner Group, a private Russian military contractor. The EU also placed sanctions upon eight individuals and three energy companies in Syria that were connected to the group and were suspected of operating on the Kremlin’s behalf. These sanctions

Sara Weeks December 22, 2021

India Strikes Arms And Trade Deals With Russia, Risking U.S. Sanctions

On Monday, December 6th, Russia and India signed over two dozen deals across a variety of areas, including trade, technology, and energy. A total of 28 agreements were signed during the 21st India-Russia annual summit, where Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the nature of

Sara Weeks December 15, 2021

Stolen Ethiopian Artifacts Returned Home

After months of negotiation, 13 stolen Ethiopian artifacts have finally been returned home. The collection includes a ceremonial crown, imperial shield, a set of silver-embossed horn drinking cups, a handwritten prayer book, crosses, and a necklace. Most of the artifacts were seized by British forces in 1868 during the Battle

Sara Weeks December 1, 2021

Russian Authorities Add Prominent Activist To Wanted List

Last Monday, Russian authorities added a prominent member of the Pussy Riot protest group, Pyotr Verzilov, to the government’s wanted list. Verzilov is allegedly wanted for failing to report his Canadian citizenship to authorities. He is the latest in a long list of opposition figures to be put on the

Sara Weeks November 24, 2021

International Travelers Welcomed Back to the U.S.

On Monday, November 8th, the United States (U.S.) opened its borders back up to international travelers. The borders to Canada and Mexico were also opened at this time. The lifting of the ban is allowing many friends and families to finally be reunited after being separated since the emergence of

Sara Weeks November 17, 2021

Post-Brexit Trade Deal Causes UK-France Dispute Over Fishing Rights

On October 27th, France detained a British fishing trawler. This was largely due to the months of rising tensions caused by alleged violations of fishing licenses. France contends that Britain is not upholding a deal regarding British fishing grounds post-Brexit. As such, France is now taking retaliatory measures. This dispute

Sara Weeks November 12, 2021

Sudan’s Military Dissolves Transitional Government

On Monday, October 25, Sudan’s military seized power, arrested the prime minister, and dissolved the transitional government. As a result, Sudan’s main opposition coalition, the Forces of Freedom and Change, has called for civil disobedience and protests across the nation. Following the call to action, thousands of citizens have flooded

Sara Weeks November 2, 2021

Tensions Rise Between EU And Belarus Over Illegal Migrants

New economic sanctions against Belarus are being discussed by European Union (EU) leaders following a rapid increase in illegal border crossings by migrants. The goal of these sanctions is to pressure Belarus’s ruler Alexander Lukashenko to address this growing issue and cease the weaponization of migration. The EU already imposed

Sara Weeks October 27, 2021

China’s Military Engages In Beach Assault Drills In Province Closest To Taiwan

On Monday, October 11th, the People’s Republic of China announced that their military carried out beach landing and assault drills in the southern part of the Fujian province. This province is direct across from Taiwan. Even though officials say that the drills have nothing to do with the rising tensions,

Sara Weeks October 20, 2021

Eritrean Refugees Caught In Tigrayan Conflict

As conflict escalates in Tigray, Eritrean refugees are finding themselves caught in the middle, subject to increasing abuse and violence from armed forces. Refugees have reported that their camps are being targeted not only by Tigrayan militias, but also by the very military forces which caused them to flee Eritrea

Sara Weeks October 10, 2021

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