What is 2015 in?

terms of world events:

  1. The Ebola Virus Outbreak: The outbreak of Ebola virus in West Africa in 2015 was one of the deadliest in history. It killed over 10,000 people, with Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone being the worst hit.

  2. The Syrian Refugee Crisis: Millions of refugees from Syria fled to neighboring countries and Europe in 2015 to escape the ongoing conflict in their country. The crisis sparked debates about immigration policies and border control in many countries.

  3. The Paris Attacks: In November 2015, a series of coordinated terrorist attacks by the Islamic State in Paris killed 130 people and injured hundreds more. The attacks triggered a global response and calls for increased security measures.

  4. The Iran Nuclear Deal: In July 2015, Iran, along with six other countries, signed a historic nuclear deal. The agreement was designed to limit Iran's nuclear capabilities in exchange for the lifting of economic sanctions.

  5. Climate Change Agreement: In December 2015, countries gathered in Paris for the United Nations Climate Change Conference. It resulted in the Paris Agreement, a commitment by countries to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius.

  6. Greece Bailout: In July 2015, Greece accepted a bailout deal from the European Union to prevent defaulting on its debt. The agreement led to controversial austerity measures and protests in the country.

  7. Volkswagen Scandal: In September 2015, Volkswagen was discovered to have cheated on emissions tests in their diesel vehicles. The scandal led to fines and lawsuits and had significant implications for the automotive industry.

  8. Same-Sex Marriage: In June 2015, the US Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage across all 50 states. This decision was seen as a major milestone for LGBT rights and paved the way for similar legislation in other countries.