Focus on Immigration: European Union
By Keith Barnes Staff Writer Considering the degree of integration among European states and the Schengen Agreement, movement by one
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Syria
Assad Blames West in Interview with Russian Media
Syria continues to fill the headlines this week amidst an advancement in political discussion surrounding Syria’s conflict. In an intimate interview with Russian media, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad spoke out about his opinions concerning the refugee crisis that is currently plaguing Europe, and his willingness to work with other states towards ending the terrorism that continues to plague his country.
Read MoreIslamic State’s War on Antiquities Targets Ancient City of Palmyra
BBC reports that the Islamic State group has recently been deemed responsible for the destruction of numerous antiquities. In light of the mass destruction, media outlets have raised the question as to the motives behind the Islamic State’s actions. One possible explanation lies in the group’s ultimate goal: forming a caliphate that represents their interpretation of the Islamic State.
Read MoreSyrian Conflict Persists After Four Years
March 15 will mark the four-year anniversary of the still-unfulfilled Syrian Revolution, one episode of the Arab Spring, to overthrow President Bashar al-Assad and to call for sociopolitical reforms.
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