Browsing: Europe

Europe is a continent and is different to the European Union.

Switzerland’s non-membership of the EU means it is viewed as more neutral than countries like Austria, Ireland or Sweden.

Scholastique Mukasonga’s powerful and heartbreaking debut book “Inyenzi or Kackerlackorna” has been released in Sweden, shedding light on the tragic events of the Rwandan genocide. The term “Inyenzi” or “Kackerlackorna” (Cockroaches) was used by the Hutu majority to dehumanize the Tutsi minority, setting the stage for the atrocities that followed.

As of April 1st, Germany has legalised cannabis for people over the age of 18, bringing into effect new laws regarding personal possession. Under the new regulations, adults in Germany are permitted to carry up to 25 grams of dried cannabis and cultivate a maximum of three marijuana plants at home.

Russia has terminated a United Nations expert panel responsible for overseeing sanctions against North Korea, a group that has operated for several years. Last week, the panel announced an investigation into allegations that Russia violated regulations by procuring North Korean weaponry, including ballistic missiles, for deployment in Ukraine.