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Half of the Planet Will Go to Polls in 2024

Almost 50 percent of the world's population can head to the polls this year as at least 64 countries, including the European Union, are set to hold national elections in 2024. This year could see a historical record broken with...

Greek-Owned Cargo Ship Hits a Russian Naval Mine in Ukraine

On Thursday morning, a Greek-owned cargo ship sailing under the Panamanian flag in the Black Sea struck a Russian naval mine while en route to Ismail in Ukraine. The Incident: Ship Strikes Russian Naval Mine in Ukraine The ship, named Vyssos,...

Ukraine Set to Start EU Accession Talks, But Hungary Blocks Aid

The European Union (EU) decided Thursday to open accession negotiations with Ukraine but failed to agree on a $54 billion package in financial aid to the war-torn country. The aid was vetoed by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Hungary’s leader...

Putin to Run for Fifth Term in Russia’s Presidency

Russia's President Vladimir Putin announced on Friday that he will run in the 2024 presidential election, seeking and most likely winning a fifth term. If elected, the 71-year-old will extend his 24-year leadership of Russia, albeit with an eight-year stint...

Ancient Greek City of Chersonesus in Crimea Founded 2,500 Years Ago

The UNESCO-listed city of Chersonesus (Greek: Χερσόνησος), located on the southwestern part of the Crimean peninsula was an ancient Greek colony founded approximately 2,500 years ago. Despite the fact that the area is now part of Russia following its...

Man Detained in Greece for Embezzling Ukraine Defense Funds

A Ukrainian citizen, suspected of embezzling $1.17 million from Ukraine's Ministry of Defence, was apprehended in Athens, Greece. The individual, whose identity remains undisclosed, was reportedly detained in Athens on November 13th. The arrest is the result of an investigation...

Russia Attacks Cyprus-owned Ship in Port of Odesa, Ukraine

At least one person has been killed after a Russian missile struck a Cyprus-owned ship entering the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odesa, Ukrainian officials say. According to the southern defense forces, the KMAX RULER vessel was struck by an...

Biden Calls on Americans to Unite Behind Israel and Ukraine

US President Joe Biden called on Americans to unite behind Israel and Ukraine and vowed that he will not allow Hamas and Putin to win their wars against "neighboring democracies." Acknowledging that “these conflicts can seem far away,” Biden insisted...

Olbia: The Ancient Greek Settlement on the Black Sea Coast

Nestled near the Black Sea spit, Olbia stands as one of the largest Ancient Greek settlements in the region. Located in southern Ukraine, Olbia's closest neighbor is the city of Mykolaiv, which is approximately twenty-five miles away. This ancient...