Britain: Escorted Out

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Where In The World: Weekend Recap

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Britain
Escorted Out
On Tuesday, officials announced that the Britain’s Royal Navy ship (HMS St. Albans) escorted one of the Russian warships (Admiral Gorshkov) through the North Sea near UK waters. In addition, a Royal Navy helicopter was used to track the other Russian vessels in the area. The navy also stated that there has been a recent surge in the number of Russian vessels traveling near UK waters. British Defense Secretary Gavin William said they will not “hesitate in defending our waters or tolerate any form of aggression.” Relations between the two nations have remained tense since Moscow’s annexation of Ukraine’s Crimea peninsula in 2014.

This map depicts the vessels and their directions in the waters near the UK. Click on the map to learn more.

Further Reading: NY Times, Washington Post, BBC

Graphic Source: Daily Mail
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Russia

Bus Crash
A Moscow commuter bus plowed into a crowded subway underpass entrance, killing four and injuring an estimated 11 people. The incident occurred on Monday near the Slaviansky Boulevard metro station. Officials have announced that the incident was not terror related but caused by a possible mechanical issue or the driver losing control of the vehicle. Monday was an ordinary working day in Russia because Orthodox Christmas will be celebrated on Jan. 7.

This map depicts the location of the Slaviansky Boulevard metro station. Click on the map to learn more.

Further Reading: BBC , FOX, U.S. News & World Report, Times, Independent

Graphic Source: CNN,
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Guatemala
Embassy Move
Guatemala became the first country to follow the US in moving the country’s embassy to Jerusalem. Guatemalan’s President Jimmy Morales , announced the country plans to make the move as soon as possible. Guatemala was one of the nine nations to vote against the UN resolution which rejected the US decision to recognize the disputed city of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. Tension continues to rise in the region as both Israelis and Palestinians fight for claim to the city.

This map depicts the location of the Guatemalan Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel . Click on the map to expand.

Further Reading: BBC, NPR, CNN, Guardian, Al Jazeera

Graphic Source: Google Maps

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Friday’s Answer

Q: With winter officially here, many of us are wishing for a warm beach. Which Caribbean island is the most tourist visited?

A: Dominican Republic
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Britain: Escorted Out