Today in News History
On June 17, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1300, Turku Cathedral is consecrated by Bishop Magnus I in the city of Turku (Swedish: Åbo). In 1397, The Kalmar Union is formed under the rule of Margaret I of Denmark. In 1940, The three Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania fall under the occupation of the Soviet Union. In 1944, Iceland declares independence from Denmark and becomes a republic. In 1953, Cold War: East Germany Workers Uprising: In East Germany, the Soviet Union orders a division of troops into East Berlin to quell a rebellion. In 1969, Ilya Tsymbalar, Ukrainian-Russian footballer and manager (died 2013) was born. In 1970, Will Forte, American actor, comedian, and screenwriter was born. In 1989, Georgios Tofas, Cypriot footballer was born. In 1992, A "joint understanding" agreement on arms reduction is signed by U.S. President George Bush and Russian President Boris Yeltsin (this would be later codified in START II). In 2017, Baldwin Lonsdale, president of Vanuatu (born 1948) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Will Ukraine become an EU member?
Ukraine has opened the first phase of membership talks with the European Union.
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