According to Reuters, U.S. election officials have been warned Russia may attempt to discredit this year’s election by posting false reports of voter fraud. The U.S. government formally accused Russia of cyber-attacks against the Democratic Party in early October, and it is estimated that the voter registration databases of at least 20 states were targeted, although there is no evidence to suggest the attacks were successful.
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The 6.3 million citizens of Cote d’Ivoire have been called upon to vote on a referendum on a new constitution, as reported by The New York Times. Voter turnout, however, has been low due to violence at polling stations and a widespread discontent with the constitution text.
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Amid growing hostility toward Muslims throughout the Europe, the Bulgarian parliament passed legislation on September 30 banning face veils from most public locations, including schools and administrative offices.
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President Barack Obama, during his last trip to Asia, brought attention to the TPP which represents an American rebalance toward Asia. He argues it will eliminate tariffs and other protectionist measures with the goal of creating jobs and increasing living standards in all member nations.
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Some suspect that the partition plan is a Russian idea, and the United States is simply following along. It is also uncertain how the recent withdrawal of Russian forces will affect the ceasefire.
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After several instances of cooperation with the United States in Afghanistan, the Russian government has decided to withdraw any further assistance to the United States or the U.S.-backed Afghan government, according to the New York Times.
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In the third deadly terror attack in Turkey in the past 6 months, at least 37 people were killed in a car bombing in Kizilay Square, Ankara on March 13. The explosives used in the attacks were “packed with pellets and nails to cause maximum damage” according to a security official.
Read moreThe reaction from participants was overwhelmingly positive, many stating their excitement and pride at being able to take part in the growth and development of the School of Diplomacy.
Read moreBrazil’s government has faced much controversy over its actions regarding not only the mine clean-up, but Brazil’s failing economy.
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Pavlensky’s first psychiatric evaluation took place at the Serbsky Center, where, according to The Observer, people who opposed the Soviet regime were regularly diagnosed with psychological disorders due to their views. Analysts fear that this may mean a resurgence of the past. Pavlensky himself believes that, “The Investigative Committee wants to demonstrate that I am crazy and to show their own craziness.”
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