World Events · 2015
A Year of Reckoning, Resilience, and Breakthroughs
In 2015, the world confronted devastating terrorist attacks in Paris and an unprecedented European refugee crisis born from civil conflict. Yet, historic strides in human rights, diplomacy, and global climate commitments offered a glimmer of hope amidst widespread turmoil.
- November 13, 2015 | France
Paris November Terrorist Attacks
Coordinated ISIS assaults across Paris, including at the Bataclan theatre, claimed 130 lives and plunged Europe into a heightened state of security.
- June 26, 2015 | United States
Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage in the US
The United States Supreme Court ruled in Obergefell v. Hodges that same-sex marriage is a constitutional right nationwide, sparking widespread celebration.
- December 12, 2015 | Global / UN
Adoption of the Paris Climate Accord
Nearly 200 nations united at COP21 to sign a landmark agreement pledging to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius.
- July 14, 2015 | Vienna, Austria
The Iran Nuclear Deal (JCPOA)
Iran and six world powers reached a historic agreement to limit Tehran's nuclear program in exchange for relief from international sanctions.
- April 25, 2015 | Nepal
Devastating Nepal Earthquake
A catastrophic magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck near Kathmandu, killing nearly 9,000 people and destroying priceless ancient heritage sites.
- Summer–Fall 2015 | Europe
Peak of the European Migrant Crisis
Over one million refugees and migrants, fleeing conflicts in Syria and beyond, crossed into Europe, reshaping continental politics and humanitarian efforts.
- May 27, 2015 | Switzerland
FIFA Corruption Scandal
Swiss authorities raided a luxury Zurich hotel to arrest top soccer officials, exposing decades of systemic bribery and corruption within international football.
- June 17, 2015 | South Carolina, USA
Charleston Church Shooting
A white supremacist killed nine Black worshipers at Emanuel AME Church, igniting national grief and renewed debates over racial violence and Confederate symbols.
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