Today: Monday, 29 April 2024 year

Last news

The President of Lithuania said that Europe should become an equal partner of the United States in the field of defense.
Xi Jinping will visit France, Serbia and Hungary in early May.
A presidential candidate was detained in the United States.
Qatar said who is to blame for the breakdown of negotiations on the situation in Gaza.
The White House explained how Biden views pro-Palestinian protests.
The French Foreign Minister announced the preparation of proposals to reduce tensions in southern Lebanon.
Another Koran burning event took place in Sweden.
Portugal has refused to pay reparations for its colonial past.
Chuck Schumer called far-right Republicans sickening.
Australia will provide another $100 million in aid to Ukraine.
Our choice

Last news for today

13 : 39
The President of Lithuania said that Europe should become an equal partner of the United States in the field of defense.
08 : 53
Xi Jinping will visit France, Serbia and Hungary in early May.
07 : 41
A presidential candidate was detained in the United States.
20 : 10
Qatar said who is to blame for the breakdown of negotiations on the situation in Gaza.
15 : 59
The White House explained how Biden views pro-Palestinian protests.
14 : 17
The French Foreign Minister announced the preparation of proposals to reduce tensions in southern Lebanon.
 More news

Turkey temporarily closes US diplomatic missions

Turkey temporarily closes US diplomatic missions

In connection with the US recognition of the Armenian Genocide, the US and Turkish authorities announced that they would be closed on Monday and Tuesday as a “precautionary measure” due to possible protests. 

⠀

“Demonstrations or protests may occur following the April 24 White House announcement commemorating those killed in the Ottoman-era Armenian genocide. As a precaution, the US Embassy in Ankara, the US Consulate General in Istanbul, the US Consulate in Adana, and the US Consular Agency in Izmir will closed for daily service and visa support for US citizens on Monday, April 26 and Tuesday, April 27,” the press release said.

⠀

US citizens who need emergency assistance can contact diplomatic agencies by phone or email.The diplomatic departments also advised US citizens to avoid areas around US government buildings and to “exercise increased caution in places where Americans or foreigners may congregate.”

Read more