Banks, Money Machines Closed in Greece
Banks and money machines are closed Monday in Greece.
Asian Infrastructure Bank Officially Established
Officials from 57 countries gathered in Beijing on Monday to sign an agreement creating the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.
Iran Nuclear Talks May Push Beyond Time Limit
The United States and Iranian officials meet in Vienna for a final round of talk on Iran’s nuclear program.
Obama Reassures France After ‘Unacceptable’ Spying
U.S. President Barack Obama said Wednesday that the United States remains firm about ending spying tactics considered “unacceptable” by its allies.
Ukraine Talks Show Little Progress
Overnight talks about the Ukraine conflict ended late in Paris with little sign of progress.
UN opens office in S. Korea to document human rights abuses in theNorth
The United Nations officially opened a new office in Seoul Tuesday to document human rights abuses in North Korea.
Kurdish Fighters Seize Syrian Town Held by IS
Kurdish-led forces in Syria have captured a town once held by the Islamic State group.
Taliban Gunmen Attack Afghan Parliament
Heavily armed Taliban militants attacked Afghanistan’s parliament building Monday as lawmakers met inside.
European Union Extends Economic Actions Against Russia
European Union foreign ministers officially agreed Monday to extend economic sanctions against Russia for an additional six months.
Yemen Talks in Geneva End Without Deal
Representatives of Yemen’s government and the rebel Houthi group held their first direct talks this week in Geneva, Swtizerland.