Russia Calls Ukraine’s Eurovision Song Entry On Crimean History ‘Politicized’
Russia and Ukraine’s latest rift isn’t over the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine or economic policy. It’s about a song.
Europe Refugee Crisis In Germany: Berlin ‘Losing Sight Of Human Rights,’ New Report Finds
With refugee arrival numbers to Italy and Greece topping 100,000, Germany has started to send Afghani asylum seekers back home.
Russia’s Chechen Leader Ramzan Kadyrov Accused Of Being A ‘Time Bomb’ In National Security Report
Accusations of corruption and human rights abuses have been levied against Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov.
Russian Spies In Estonia? 3 Men Jailed As Tensions Mount In Baltic States
Russia and Estonia have exchanged spies in the past, but the latest convictions against low-level informants shows growing concerns in the region.
As Russia Bans Legal Human Rights Group, Lawyers Face Risks To Continue Work
As the Russian Ministry of Justice begins dissolving nongovernmental organizations, human rights defenders who continue their work are left in precarious positions.
ISIS In America: Trials Against Suspected Islamic State Group Supporters Begin Soon In New York, Minnesota
As the U.S. expands its fight against the Islamic State group in the Middle East, suspects in several U.S. states face prosecution.
Will Britain Exit The European Union? Brexit Campaign Kicks Into High Gear As Economic Argument Dominates 'In' Vote
The nation's politicians have four months to make their case on whether the country should remain in the European Union.
Ukraine Political Crisis Update: Russian Banks Attacked On Anniversary Of Revolution
Crowds on Saturday ransacked the offices of Sberbank and Alfa Bank in Kiev as well as the office of Ukrainian oligarch Rinat Akhmetov.
Syria, Israel And West Bank Crises Dominate John Kerry's Middle East Trip
The U.S. secretary of state will meet with the king of Jordan and the Palestinian leader amid Syrian war and increased violence in Israel and the West Bank.
Marijuana Legalization 2016: Utah Debates Medical Cannabis As Mormon Church Stands Opposed
Two legislative measures on cannabis have provoked different reactions as the fight over the drug's use as a medical treatment goes on in Utah.
Russia Calls For Syria's Sovereignty To Be Respected As Hopes For Peace Talks Fade
As Turkey intensified its cross-border shelling, Russia proposed a U.N. resolution calling for plans for ground invasions to be abandoned.
Brexit: Deal Reached Between British Prime Minister David Cameron And European Leaders
After long negotiations, European leaders agreed on reforms enabling British Prime Minister David Cameron to hold a referendum on EU membership.
Most Americans Still View Russia Unfavorably Amid Conflicts In Syria, Ukraine, Poll Finds
While the Pentagon has increased its budget in response to Russian aggression, a majority of Americans do not think the Kremlin poses a military threat to the U.S.
Russia-Ukraine Debt Update: Russian Lawsuit Over $3B Is Latest Economic Showdown Between Countries
Russia and Ukraine's next financial showdown will take place in a London court after months of arguing over bond repayments.
Ukraine Political Crisis 2016 Update: As Coalition Frays, Worries Over Economy And IMF Loan Grow
Ukraine's ruling coalition lost another party following a failed no-confidence vote that left Prime Minister Arseny Yatsenyuk in power.
European Union Expansion? Bosnia And Herzegovina Wants To Join Amid Mounting EU Problems
The European Union faces mounting problems, but that hasn't stopped Bosnia and Herzegovina and other Balkan states from seeking membership.
Ukraine's President Calls For Prime Minister's Resignation Amid Political Crisis
After several officials quit, Ukraine's Parliament will hold a no-confidence vote on Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk.
Cuba-US Set Commercial Flights To Begin For First Time In Over 50 Years
As commercial flights are set to resume after more than 50 years between the U.S. and Cuba, a majority of Americans hold a favorable view of the island nation.
Four American Journalists Arrested In Bahrain; Press Freedom Groups Call For ‘Immediate Release’
Journalist Anna Day and three colleagues were detained Sunday after reporting on protests marking the fifth anniversary of opposition demonstrations.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey Backtrack On Sending Troops Into Syria Amid Russian Airstrikes
Syria’s ambassador to Russia says his country would retaliate against Saudi Arabia and Turkey if their ground forces were to intervene.
European Banks To Get Stimulus Soon? Draghi Hints At Possibility After Sharp Share Declines
After a week of wild fluctuations in bank stocks, European Central Bank President Mario Draghi attempted to reassure Europe’s leaders.
While UK Mulls Brexit, Bosnia Submits Application To Join European Union
As Bosnia-Herzegovina submits its application to enter the European Union, Britain considers the possibility of exiting it.
Russia-Ukraine Trade War Update: Truck Transportation Ban Imposed As Fighting Flares In East
The transportation of goods by truck between the two countries is the latest target in the trade war between Moscow and Kiev.
Who Was Saint Valentine? History, Facts And All You Need To Know About The Romantic Holiday
With its pagan and Roman roots, St. Valentine’s Day has a dark, rose-free history.
When Is The Next GOP Presidential Debate? Trump, Cruz, Rubio To Meet In Houston
Following Saturday night's debate in South Carolina, the Republican candidates will meet next later this month in Houston.
Election 2016 Polls: Before South Carolina GOP Debate, Where Do The Republican Candidates Stand?
As Republican candidates prepared to clash Saturday night, the businessman was still the favorite among GOP voters, data showed.
Who Are The CBS Republican Debate Moderators? John Dickerson, Major Garrett, Kimberley Strassel To Oversee South Carolina Debate
John Dickerson, Major Garrett and Kimberley Strassel will moderate the last Republican debate before the South Carolina primary.
Marijuana Legalization 2016: Where Do Donald Trump And Other Republicans Stand On Cannabis Use?
Donald Trump and his GOP rivals again may have a chance to express their views on the legalization and medical use of marijuana at their debate Saturday.
Election 2016: Hillary Clinton, Madeleine Albright And The 'Place In Hell' Fight For Women's Votes
Madeleine Albright clarifies her “undiplomatic” remark about women voters’ obligation to back U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton.
Pope Francis And Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill Sign Declaration On Religious Unity, Discuss Conflicts In Syria, Iraq And Ukraine
The meeting between the Roman Catholic pope and the Russian Orthodox patriarch was a historic moment in the 1,000-year-long Great Schism dividing Christianity.
