Watchdog Reports Corruption Among South Sudan’s Elite
The South Sudanese government was quick to shutter a local newspaper that publicized the report, prompting concern for the citizens who contributed to it.
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UN Security Council Visits South Sudan After Approval of Regional Protection Force
Although the Security Council delegation’s arrival offered a glimmer of hope for a struggling nation in its infancy, its departure has led to increased government intimidation among civil society groups, with some even fleeing the country.
Read MoreProtests and Violence Follow Rousseff’s Impeachment
The protests also called for elections and demanded the exit of the interim president, Michel Temer, Rousseff’s former vice president and a member of the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party, whose ascension to the presidency is seen as a coup by protesters.
Read MoreUncertainty in Spain as Parliament Struggles to Form New Government
El Mundo says that Rajoy will have to propose a viable alternative coalition before October 31. If Rajoy fails to receive the 176 required votes by then, new elections will take place on December 25.
Read MoreMyanmar Holds First Peace Conference After Ceasefire Agreement
A four-day conference in Myanmar commenced on August 31 with the goal of starting a renewed peace process, led by Aung San Suu Kyi. The conference was a follow-up to the previous government’s securing a partial ceasefire last year.
Read MoreWarnings of ‘Domino Effect’ Follow the Forced Evacuation of Daraya
One of the most immediate implications felt from Daraya’s fall is that it has heightened Assad’s confidence that the Syrian government can successfully regain all rebel-controlled land, as the capture of Daraya will likely have a domino effect. Daraya’s siege has upset the opposition effort, while “encouraging the army to believe it was in reach of subduing rebel bastions,” according to Reuters.
Read MoreIn His Last Tour of Asia, Obama Pushes Trade and the Environment
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.
Read MoreDespite Saudi Precautions, Hajj Sees Low Attendance
Saudi Arabia issued electronic bracelets to attendees and also increased the use of surveillance cameras to track the flow of traffic throughout the momentous event.
Read MoreUNGA Session to Focus on SDGs, Refugees, and Secretary General Election
The 71st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) opened on September 13, continuing a tradition of the international organization that has taken place every fall since 1946.
Read MoreShabab Group Suspected in Kenya Police Station Attack
The exact origin of the three women in the attack has not been verified. The three attackers were Kenyans, but they were not locals from Mombasa.
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