agreement

Washington · United States

02

August 22, 2026 Breaking

US and Iran trade threats

The United States and Iran exchanged warnings on August 22, 2026, ahead of a planned announcement of additional U.S. economic sanctions against Iran and countries or companies involved in...

america beijing blockade china conflict diplomacy

america board ceasefire conflict diplomacy disarmament

03

August 10, 2026 Politics

Trump Gaza framework continues

Gaza · Palestine

Officials associated with the U.S.-backed Board of Peace said on August 10, 2026, that President Donald Trump's Gaza framework remained active despite disagreement with Israeli Prime Mini...

africa agreement airbase assad aviation bases

04

August 9, 2026 Politics

Syria restructures Russian bases

Latakia · Syria

Syria and Russia reached an agreement on August 9, 2026, restructuring Russia's presence at the Hmeimim air base and Tartous naval facility. The memorandum followed approximately 18 month...

August 9, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

05

Houthis strike Jazan refinery

Jazan · Jazan Province · Saudi Arabia

Yemen's Houthi movement said on August 9, 2026, that it attacked an Aramco oil refinery in Jazan, Saudi Arabia, using a drone. Saudi authorities reported that a fire occurred at the facil...

alliance arabia aramco attack bab conflict

August 9, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

06

Netanyahu rejects Gaza plan

Jerusalem · Israel

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on August 9, 2026, that Israel would not withdraw its forces from the Gaza Strip until Hamas had been fully disarmed. His statement rejected...

america army blockade ceasefire conflict diplomacy

america araqchi asia blockade conflict diplomacy

07

August 9, 2026 Politics

Strait of Hormuz, Iran and Oman

Strait of Hormuz · Iran

Iran said on August 9, 2026, that an agreement with Oman concerning shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz was approaching completion. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said th...

alliance america ankara arabia collective conflict

08

August 7, 2026 Politics

Mecca defense pact signed

Mecca · Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on August 7, 2026, during a summit at Al-Safa Palace in Mecca. The agreement was signed by Saudi Crown Prince M...

Suva · Central Division · Fiji

09

August 6, 2026 Breaking

Pacific ministers split over China

Foreign ministers and senior officials from Pacific Islands Forum countries failed to reach agreement on August 6, 2026, on a joint statement responding to China's recent ballistic missil...

america australia ballistic beijing china competition

ammunition army artillery asia ballistic conflict

10

August 5, 2026 Breaking

North Korea deploys missile unit

Voronezh region · Russia

Ukraine's military intelligence reported on August 5, 2026, that North Korea had deployed a missile unit to Russia's Voronezh region to support Russian military operations against Ukraine...

New York City · New York · United States

11

July 30, 2026 Politics

UN begins leadership selection

The United Nations Security Council held its first straw poll on July 30, 2026, to evaluate candidates seeking to become the next secretary-general. The vote marked the beginning of the C...

appointment assembly candidates charter conflict council

africa agriculture aid burkina commodities conflict

12

June 22, 2026 Finance

IMF expands Africa support

Sub-Saharan Africa

The International Monetary Fund said on June 22, 2026, that it was expanding financial support for several African countries affected by economic disruptions linked to conflict in the Mid...

accountability activists adriatic albania coastal corruption

13

June 20, 2026 Breaking

Albania protest movement

Albania

Large protests took place across Albania, particularly in Tirana and coastal regions, as opposition supporters, activists, and local communities gathered to express dissatisfaction with g...

June 18, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

14

Israeli government criticizes Trump Iran deal

Jerusalem · Israel

Israeli political leaders and government officials expressed strong concerns following President Donald Trump's announcement of a new agreement with Iran intended to end hostilities and e...

agreement alliance ceasefire conflict criticism diplomacy

April 8, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

15

US and Iran begin ceasefire

Iran

The United States and Iran entered a two-week ceasefire on April 8, 2026, following more than five weeks of military conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump announced the agreement after me...

america araqchi blockade ceasefire conflict diplomacy

actor allegations assault celebrity civil claims

16

March 19, 2026 Breaking

Kevin Spacey resolves UK assault cases out of court

United Kingdom

Actor Kevin Spacey has settled multiple sexual assault claims in the United Kingdom out of court, according to reports issued on March 19, 2026. The settlements involve civil actions that...

blackout caribbean cuba diplomacy economy energy

17

March 6, 2026 Politics

Trump says Cuba may fall soon

United States President Donald Trump stated on March 6, 2026, that Cuba “is going to fall pretty soon” during a phone interview discussing foreign policy and ongoing international develop...

2026 advertising contracts diplomacy global government

18

March 5, 2026 Breaking

Israeli Propaganda Network Unravels As Influencers Sue

On March 5, 2026, several social media influencers filed legal actions against the Government of Israel and related agencies in Israeli courts, claiming they were not paid for contracts t...

February 24, 2026 Politics

19

Iran Nears Deal to Acquire Chinese CM-302 Supersonic Missiles

Beijing · China

Iran Nears Deal to Acquire Chinese CM-302 Supersonic Missiles In February 2026, multiple international news outlets reported that Iran is close to finalizing an agreement to purchase **C...

2026 anti-ship arms capabilities china cm302

February 24, 2026 Breaking

20

Incidents and Historical Context of Christians and Christian Sites in Israel and the Palestinian Territories

There have been multiple reported incidents involving Christians and Christian holy places in Israel and the Palestinian territories, including isolated acts of harassment as well as hist...

1948 albassa arrests attacks christians churches

February 15, 2026 Politics

21

U.S. Government Faces Partial Shutdown Amid Political Standoff

On February 15, 2026, a partial U.S. government shutdown dragged on as congressional Democrats and the White House failed to reach an agreement on federal funding, especially over immigra...

2026 congress funding governance government immigration

February 12, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

22

Palestinians Wounded and Killed by Israeli Forces During Ongoing Gaza Violence

2026 artillery casualties ceasefire children conflict

On February 12, 2026, Israeli military forces opened fire in parts of the Gaza Strip despite an existing ceasefire, resulting in new casualties among Palestinian civilians. Medical source...

New Delhi · Delhi · India

23

February 7, 2026 Finance

India and U.S. agree interim trade framework on key goods

India and U.S. agree interim trade framework on key goods On February 7, 2026, the governments of India and the United States announced an interim trade agreement framework affecting tar...

2026 apparel chemicals commerce economy exports

People's Bank of China · Beijing · China

24

February 6, 2026 Finance

China expands state control over strategic mineral exports

China expands state control over strategic mineral exports On February 23, 2026, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced new regulations strengthening state oversight of exp...

approval china cobalt commerce companies control

February 6, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

25

Armenia reports new border incidents with Azerbaijan after talks stall

Yerevan · Yerevan Province · Armenia

Armenia reports new border incidents with Azerbaijan after talks stall In February 2026, Armenian defense officials reported multiple incidents along sections of the Armenia-Az...

armenia azerbaijan border caucasus ceasefire civilians

February 6, 2026 Politics

26

European Parliament raises concerns over NATO military transparency

European Parliament · Brussels · Brussels-Capital Region · Belgium

European Parliament raises concerns over NATO military transparency In early February 2026, members of the European Parliament raised concerns during committee discussions rega...

accountability alliance briefing confidentiality cooperation defense

February 6, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

27

IDF Says It Struck ‘Terror Infrastructure’ in Gaza After Troops Fired Upon

armed-groups attack ceasefire conflict february2026 gaza

IDF Says It Struck ‘Terror Infrastructure’ in Gaza After Troops Fired Upon On February 6, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced it conducted targeted strikes against ...

February 5, 2026 Politics

28

Expiration of the New START Nuclear Arms Control Treaty and Diplomacy with Iran

Expiration of the New START Nuclear Arms Control Treaty and Diplomacy with Iran On February 5, 2026, the last remaining nuclear arms control treaty between the United States and Russia, ...

arms diplomacy egypt foreign policy geopolitics iran

February 3, 2026 Breaking

29

U.S. President Signals Potential Retaliatory Measures Over Canada–China Trade Deal

Washington · District of Columbia · United States

U.S. President Signals Potential Retaliatory Measures Over Canada–China Trade Deal On February 3, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States would implemen...

2026 breaking canada china diplomacy economics

February 3, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

30

Missile and Drone Strikes Target Multiple Ukrainian Cities Amid Ongoing Conflict

Kyiv · Kyiv City · Ukraine

Missile and Drone Strikes Target Multiple Ukrainian Cities Amid Ongoing Conflict On February 3, 2026, Russian military forces conducted a series of missile and drone strikes ac...

2026 casualties ceasefire conflict diplomacy drone

February 3, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

31

Israeli Military Strikes Continue in Gaza Despite Ceasefire Agreements

2026 airstrikes border casualties ceasefire conflict

Israeli Military Strikes Continue in Gaza Despite Ceasefire Agreements Reports from Gaza’s health authorities indicate that Israeli air and military strikes have continued in m...

February 2, 2026 Breaking

32

Allegations and Claims Regarding Former Israeli Soldiers and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

Social media posts have circulated claiming that former members of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), or active IDF personnel, are employed by or working with U.S. Immigration and Customs E...

allegations borders chicago claims cooperation dhs

February 1, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

33

Israel’s Occupation of Palestine: A Timeline

Jerusalem · Jerusalem District · Israel / Palestine

Israel's Occupation of Palestine: A Timeline body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; background-color: #f4f4f9; margin: 0; padding: 0; } .timeline-container { max-widt...

1948 2021 accords balfour bank camp

January 31, 2026 Politics

34

U.S. approves $15.7 billion arms sales for Israel and Saudi Arabia amid shutdown talks

United States Capitol · Washington · District of Columbia · United States

U.S. approves 15.7 billion arms sales for Israel and Saudi Arabia amid shutdown talks On January 31, 2026, the U.S. Department of Defense and State Department approved a set of...

2026 act approval arabia arms congress

January 31, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

35

Israeli Airstrikes Across Gaza Reported to Kill Dozens

airstrikes border casualties ceasefire children conflict

Israeli Airstrikes Across Gaza Reported to Kill Dozens Multiple Israeli airstrikes were reported across the Gaza Strip on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of at least 30 Pales...

January 29, 2026 Politics

36

Vietnam and EU Elevate Diplomatic Relations Amid Strategic Realignment

Vietnam and EU Elevate Diplomatic Relations Amid Strategic Realignment On January 29, 2026, Vietnam and the European Union officially upgraded their diplomatic relationship, an...

cooperation critical digital diplomacy diversification engagement

January 29, 2026 Breaking

37

Israeli Cybersecurity Executive Itai Levi Convicted Of Multiple Child Sex Offenses

Tel Aviv District Court · Tel Aviv · Tel Aviv District · Israel

Conviction Of Itai Levi On Charges Of Child Sexual Abuse On January 29, 2026, the Central District Court in Israel convicted **Itai Levi**, an executive and former chief execut...

abuse central child children confession conviction

January 28, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

38

Violence continues in gaza amid ceasefire talks

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip remain under heavy strain as violence persists despite a ceasefire agreement. Health and aid officials report continued hostilities, restrictions on aid acc...

2026 access aid ceasefire civilians conflict

January 27, 2026 Breaking

39

Avraham Gil avoids jail

Miami · Florida · United States

Avraham Gil, the 19-year-old son of an Israeli consular official in Miami, avoided jail time after completing the requirements of a plea agreement stemming from a motorcycle collision wit...

assault avraham biscayne community consulate court

January 27, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

40

Israeli strikes kill three in Gaza including a teenager despite ceasefire

2026 attacks ceasefire children city civilians

On January 27, 2026, Israeli military forces (IDF/IOF) carried out strikes in Gaza City that killed three Palestinian civilians, including a 17-year-old boy, despite an existing ceasefire...

January 25, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

41

Ukraine, Russia and US direct engagement talks in UAE

Abu Dhabi · Abu Dhabi Emirate · United Arab Emirates

On January 25, 2026, Ukraine, Russia, and United States negotiators continued trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at negotiating terms to end the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Thou...

2026 abu_dhabi conflict crisis diplomacy drone

January 22, 2026 Breaking

42

IDF reservist convicted in large-scale online child sexual abuse case

Tel Aviv District Court · Tel Aviv · Tel Aviv District · Israel

A district court in central Israel convicted a 22-year-old Israel Defense Forces reservist of dozens of sexual offenses in what prosecutors described as an unprecedented large-scale onlin...

abuse blackmail childabuse conviction court criminalcase

January 21, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

43

Israeli forces kill civilians and journalists in gaza despite ceasefire

airstrike artillery attacks breaking ceasefire children

Israeli military actions in Gaza on January 21, 2026, killed at least 11 Palestinians including two 13‑year‑old boys and three journalists, according to Gaza health authorities and local ...

January 21, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

44

Ethiopian forces and rebels clash near disputed border towns

Alamata · Tigray Region · Ethiopia

In Ethiopia, government forces clashed with armed rebel groups near disputed border towns in the Tigray and Amhara regions. Local sources reported multiple casualties, destruction of prop...

agreement aid amhara border casualties civilians

January 20, 2026 Politics

45

Global Tensions Rise at Davos Over U.S.–Europe Relations

Political tensions intensified today at the World Economic Forum in Davos as disagreements between the United States and several European nations dominated discussions. Controversial stat...

alliance conflict davos diplomacy europe geopolitics

January 18, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

46

Pakistan / Palestine Diplomatic Movement

Pakistan received an invitation from the United States to join the “Board of Peace for Gaza,” marking a diplomatic effort to address the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict and promote regional ...

agreement alliance board conflict cooperation diplomacy

January 18, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

47

Syria — Ceasefire Breaking Down

Despite a recent ceasefire agreement, heavy fighting resumed in Syria between government forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Clashes highlight the fragile nature of peace effor...

army battle ceasefire clash conflict defense

January 3, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

48

Palestinian girl killed by Israeli fire in Gaza despite ceasefire

2026 agencies attacks bombardment border casualties

israeli army fire kills 2 palestinians, wounds 18 in ceasefire violations in gaza israeli army fire kills 2 palestinians, wounds 18 in ceasefire violations in gaza date: january 3, 20...

November 20, 2025 Breaking

49

Mordechai Yom Tov arrest

Jerusalem

Israeli police arrested Mordechai Yom Tov in Jerusalem on November 20, 2025, after authorities located him more than two decades after he fled the United States while on probation followi...

america arrest California chabad children conviction

October 17, 2025 Wars & Conflicts

50

Palestinian authorities report bodies returned with missing organs and signs of abuse

Gaza Strip · Gaza City · Palestine

Palestinian authorities report bodies returned with missing organs and signs of abuse On October 17, 2025, officials in the Gaza Strip reported that the bodies of Palestinian detainees a...

abuse allegations blindfolded bodies bound burns

October 10, 2025 Wars & Conflicts

51

Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect After Israel Approves Deal

Gaza Strip · Gaza City · Palestine

Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect After Israel Approves Deal On October 10, 2025, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip officially went into effect after the Israeli governmen...

2025 agreement aid ceasefire conflict crossings

September 21, 2025 Breaking

52

Recognition of Palestine as a sovereign state

United Nations General Assembly Hall · New York City · New York · United States

Recognition of Palestine as a Sovereign State The State of Palestine was proclaimed by the Palestine Liberation Organization on 15 November 1988. The State of Palestine is reco...

2025 australia bilateral canada council countries

Explore event & connections → View on World Map →

53

August 8, 2025 Politics

Trump Armenia–Albania Confusion Statement

Washington · District of Columbia · United States

Trump Armenia–Albania Confusion Statement On August 8, 2025, United States President Donald Trump announced at the White House a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan aimed at r...

2025 agreement albania armenia azerbaijan balkans

Harrisburg · Pennsylvania · United States

54

July 29, 2025 Breaking

Pennsylvania Registered Sex Offender Becomes Legal Parent Through Surrogacy

Brandon Keith Riley‑Mitchell, a 39‑year‑old Pennsylvania resident who is a Tier 1 registered sex offender, became a legal parent of an infant boy through a surrogacy arrangement in 2024, ...

2016 2025 adoption backgroundchecks child controversy

February 4, 2025 Politics

55

Netanyahu and Trump meet at Mar-a-Lago

Mar-a-Lago · Palm Beach · Florida · United States

Netanyahu Meets Trump at Mar-a-Lago Following Inauguration Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida on February 4, 2025. Th...

administration alliance bilateral cooperation diplomacy florida

February 15, 2024 Politics

56

Sackler family dispute over responsibility for opioid crisis

Stamford · Connecticut · United States

Sackler family dispute over responsibility for opioid crisis On February 15, 2024, legal filings and testimony related to bankruptcy proceedings involving Purdue Pharma revealed internal...

addiction bankruptcy court crisis documents healthcare

February 18, 2022 Breaking

57

Teacher sentenced in Louisiana child abuse case

Livingston Parish · Louisiana · United States

Cynthia Perkins, a former teacher in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, pleaded guilty in February 2022 to multiple charges related to child sexual abuse and tampering with food given to stude...

child crime cupcakes cynthia deal deputy

October 10, 2017 Breaking

58

Arrest and Conviction of Harvey Weinstein

Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center · Los Angeles · California · United States

Harvey Weinstein, an American film producer and co-founder of Miramax and The Weinstein Company, was arrested on October 10, 2017, in New York following numerous allegations of sexual har...

abuse celebrity conviction court cyrvance da

January 17, 2017 Breaking

59

Ex-IDF General Ofek Buchris Admits Sexual Offenses In Plea Deal

Military Court · Tel Aviv · Tel Aviv District · Israel

Ofek Buchris Pleads Guilty To Sexual Offenses In Israeli Military Court On January 17, 2017, Brigadier General (res.) **Ofek Buchris**, a former officer in the Israel Defense F...

accusers assault buchris conviction court deal

Los Angeles · California · United States

60

July 8, 2015 Breaking

Casey Wasserman appointed chair of LA 2028 Olympic organizing committee

Casey Wasserman appointed chair of LA 2028 Olympic organizing committee On January 14, 2015, sports executive Casey Wasserman was named chairman of the Los Angeles bid committee for the ...

2015 bid casey committee contacts epstein

Itan Wali · Punjab · Pakistan

61

June 14, 2009 Breaking

Asia Bibi blasphemy case

Asia Bibi, also known as Aasiya Noreen, is a Pakistani Christian woman whose prosecution under Pakistan's blasphemy laws became an internationally recognized legal and religious controver...

acquittal arrest asia asylum bibi blasphemy

Mount Herzl Military Cemetery · Jerusalem · Jerusalem District · Israel

62

June 12, 2007 Breaking

Ofek Buchris Plea Conviction

Ofek Buchris was a senior officer in the Israel Defense Forces, serving as a brigadier general and commanding a major unit. During his military career, allegations of sexual misconduct we...

accountability conviction court crime demotion general

November 13, 1998 Politics

63

Bill Clinton settles Paula Jones sexual harassment lawsuit.

Washington Federal Court · Washington · District of Columbia · United States

On November 13, 1998, U.S. President Bill Clinton reached an out-of-court settlement in a civil sexual harassment lawsuit filed by Paula Jones. Paula Jones, a former Arkansas state emp...

1998 allegations arkansas bill clinton court

October 21, 1993 Wars & Conflicts

64

1993 Burundi Genocide Overview

Bujumbura · Bujumbura Mairie · Burundi

In 1993, Burundi experienced a brutal ethnic conflict that resulted in a genocide primarily targeting the Hutu population. The violence erupted after the assassination of the first democr...

1993 africa assassination burundi civilwar democracy

Watergate Complex · Washington · District of Columbia · United States

65

June 17, 1972 Politics

The Watergate Affair: Timeline, Operatives, And Unresolved Questions

The Watergate Affair: Timeline, Operatives, And Unresolved Questions On June 17, 1972, five men were arrested inside the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate compl...

1972 1974 barker burglary cambodia china

February 1, 1972 Breaking

66

1972 Oval Office Conversation Between Richard Nixon And Billy Graham

Oval Office · Washington · District of Columbia · United States

1972 Oval Office Conversation Between Richard Nixon And Billy Graham Contains Anti-Jewish Remarks On February 1, 1972, President Richard Nixon met with evangelist Billy Graham in the Ova...

1972 administration apology archives controversy establishment

August 23, 1939 Wars & Conflicts

67

German And Soviet Governments Sign Secret Pact To Divide Eastern Europe

Kremlin · Moscow · Russia

The German–Soviet Non-Aggression Pact And Its Secret Protocols On August 23, 1939, the governments of Germany and the Soviet Union signed a non-aggression treaty in Moscow. The...

1939 baltic bessarabia deportations europe finland

Explore event & connections → View on World Map →

68

August 25, 1933 Breaking

Haavara agreement signed between Nazi Germany and Zionist organizations

Berlin · Germany

The Haavara (Transfer) Agreement was signed on August 25, 1933, between Nazi Germany and Zionist organizations, including the Jewish Agency. The agreement facilitated the emigration of Ge...

1933 assets boycott economy emigration europe

November 25, 1924 Breaking

69

Charlie Chaplin and Lita Grey

Empalme · Sonora · Mexico

Charlie Chaplin married actress Lita Grey on November 25, 1924, in Empalme, Sonora, Mexico. Chaplin was 35 years old and Grey was 16. Their marriage followed a relationship that had devel...

1924 1927 actress allegations chaplin charlie

January 23, 1918 Breaking

70

Charlie Chaplin and Mildred Harris

Los Angeles · California · United States

Charlie Chaplin married actress Mildred Harris on October 23, 1918, in Los Angeles. Chaplin was 29 years old and Harris was 16. Harris was already working as a film actress when the relat...

1918 1919 1920 actress agegap allegations

R1

Egypt-Israel Peace Treaty

26 March 1979 — Egypt and Israel sign a formal peace treaty in Washington. Israel agrees to withdraw from Sinai, which is gradually returned to Egyptian control. Egypt becomes temporarily...

R2

Camp David Accords

17 September 1978 — Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin sign agreements negotiated under U.S. President Jimmy Carter. The accords establish the framework for a formal Egyptian...

R3

Albania Breaks With China

1978 — Chinese economic and military assistance ends after years of growing ideological disagreement. Albania loses its final major communist ally and enters an extraordinary period of in...

R4

Vlora War

June–September 1920 — Albanian fighters challenge Italian forces occupying the Vlorë region. The conflict contributes to an agreement under which Italy withdraws from most Albanian territ...

R5

Egyptian-Hittite Peace Treaty

c. 1259 BCE — Egypt and the Hittite Empire formalize a peace agreement after decades of competition in the Levant. Surviving versions of the treaty preserve commitments involving peace, m...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R6

Anti-Comintern Pact

25 November 1936 — Germany and Japan sign an agreement publicly directed against the Communist International. Italy joins the following year. The pact reflects growing ideological alignme...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R7

Germany Invades Poland

1 September 1939 — German forces invade Poland from the west, north and south, beginning the European phase of the Second World War. The attack follows months of escalating German pressur...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R8

Hirohito Announces Japan's Surrender

15 August 1945 — Emperor Hirohito's recorded voice is broadcast to the Japanese population announcing acceptance of Allied surrender terms. The decision follows intense disagreement withi...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R9

Locarno Treaties Are Signed

1 December 1925 — Germany, France, Belgium, Britain and Italy sign agreements intended to stabilize Western Europe's postwar borders. Germany accepts its western frontiers, while Britain ...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R10

Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact

23 August 1939 — Germany and the Soviet Union sign a non-aggression agreement. Secret protocols divide parts of Eastern Europe into German and Soviet spheres of influence. For Hitler the ...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R11

Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact

23 August 1939 — Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union sign a non-aggression pact. Secret protocols divide parts of Eastern Europe into German and Soviet spheres of influence. Hitler reduces ...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R12

Munich Agreement

30 September 1938 — Britain, France, Germany and Italy agree that Czechoslovakia must surrender the Sudetenland to Germany. British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain hopes the agreement ...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R13

Munich Agreement

30 September 1938 — Britain, France, Germany and Italy agree that Czechoslovakia must surrender the Sudetenland to Germany. Neville Chamberlain hopes satisfying Hitler's territorial claim...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R14

Pact of Steel

22 May 1939 — Germany and Italy sign a formal political and military alliance. Mussolini's government is not actually prepared for a major European war in 1939, despite the language of th...

R15

Prespa Agreement

17 June 2018 — Greece and its northern neighbor agree to resolve the long-running name dispute through the name North Macedonia.

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R16

Tehran Conference

28 November 1943 — Stalin, Roosevelt and Churchill meet together for the first time. Stalin presses for a Western invasion of France while the Soviet Union continues carrying the main lan...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R17

Tripartite Pact

27 September 1940 — Germany, Italy and Japan sign the Tripartite Pact. The agreement recognizes German and Italian leadership in a European order and Japanese leadership in a wider East A...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R18

Untitled

Untitled23 August 1939 — After unsuccessful and distrustful negotiations involving Britain, France and the Soviet Union, Stalin accepts a non-aggression agreement with Germany. The decisi...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R19

Yalta Conference Begins

4 February 1945 — Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill and Joseph Stalin meet in Crimea as Germany approaches defeat. They discuss occupation zones, Poland, postwar Germany, Soviet parti...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R20

Yalta Negotiations Shape Postwar Poland

4 February 1945 — Roosevelt, Churchill and Stalin debate Poland's borders and government at Yalta. The Soviet Union already occupies most Polish territory, giving Stalin overwhelming leve...