Major Events of November 2014: Key Historical Moments from the Month
Each month is marked by defining moments that shape the course of history. Whether through political shifts, cultural movements, or world-changing events, these periods leave a lasting impression. Dive into the most important events from November 2014 and discover how they influenced the world both then and now.
Major Events of November 2014: Key Historical Moments from the Month
- 01 Nov 2014 Turkey's Policy Shift in Kobane: Turkey abandons its previous stance and allows 150 Iraqi Peshmerga Kurdish fighters to enter Syria to support the defense of Kobane against ISIS.
- 02 Nov 2014 Iran Nuclear Program Agreement: U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announced an agreement on implementing the Joint Plan of Action for Iran's nuclear program, with implementation set to begin on January 20, 2015.
- 03 Nov 2014 One World Trade Center Opens in New York City: One World Trade Center officially opens in New York City, symbolically replacing the Twin Towers destroyed during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The 1,776-foot-tall skyscraper serves as a memorial and testament to resilience, standing as the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.
- 04 Nov 2014 Republicans Gain Control of Senate and House: The Republican Party maintained control of both the United States House of Representatives and Senate, with Mitch McConnell from Kentucky expected to become Senate Majority Leader.
- 05 Nov 2014 WHO Appoints New Africa Chief During Ebola Crisis: During the devastating Ebola virus epidemic in West Africa, the World Health Organisation appointed Dr. Matshidiso Moeti from Botswana as its new Africa chief. At this point, the death toll from the virus had surpassed 5,000 people, highlighting the severe public health emergency.
- 06 Nov 2014 Star Wars: The Force Awakens Title Revealed: Lucasfilm and Disney announced 'The Force Awakens' as the official title for the seventh installment in the Star Wars film franchise, generating significant excitement among fans worldwide.
- 07 Nov 2014 U.S. Military Intervention Against ISIS: President Barack Obama orders the deployment of 1,500 additional troops to Iraq to support ongoing efforts against the Islamic State (ISIS) militants. These troops were tasked with training and advising Iraqi and Kurdish forces in their fight against the terrorist organization.
- 08 Nov 2014 Gorbachev Warns of Potential New Cold War: Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev expressed serious concern about escalating tensions between the United States and Russia over Ukraine, suggesting the world is approaching a new Cold War.
- 09 Nov 2014 25th Anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall: Tens of thousands of people gathered at Berlin's Brandenburg Gate to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, a pivotal moment symbolizing the end of the Cold War and the reunification of Germany. The event marked a historic milestone in European history, celebrating the peaceful revolution that led to the collapse of the Berlin Wall and the subsequent reunification of East and West Germany.
- 10 Nov 2014 Boko Haram School Massacre in Nigeria: A devastating Islamist insurgency attack occurred in Potiskum, Yobe state, where a suicide bomber killed at least 47 students during a school assembly, highlighting the ongoing terrorist threat in the region.
- 11 Nov 2014 Umbrella Revolution in Hong Kong: Pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong face potential arrest after a court order to clear protest sites, marking a critical moment in the city's political struggle.
- 12 Nov 2014 Rosetta Mission: Philae Probe Lands on Comet: The European Space Agency's Rosetta mission successfully landed the Philae probe on the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko, marking a historic milestone in space exploration. This unprecedented achievement represented the first controlled landing on a comet's surface, providing unprecedented scientific insights into the composition of these celestial bodies.
- 13 Nov 2014 Ebola Epidemic Death Toll Reaches 5,000: The World Health Organization reports that the Ebola virus epidemic in West Africa has claimed over 5,000 lives across Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Guinea, highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis.
- 14 Nov 2014 UN Criticizes US Police Excessive Force: A United Nations panel publicly criticized excessive police force in the United States, specifically referencing testimony about the fatal shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, highlighting ongoing racial tensions and law enforcement challenges.
- 15 Nov 2014 G-20 Summit in Brisbane: The ninth G-20 summit convenes in Brisbane, Australia, bringing together world leaders to discuss global economic strategies and cooperation.
- 16 Nov 2014 Obama Accuses Putin of Violating Ukrainian Cease-fire: President Obama publicly criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for not adhering to the 'letter or spirit' of the cease-fire agreement between Ukraine and pro-Russian rebels, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.
- 17 Nov 2014 Australia-China Free Trade Agreement: Australia and the People's Republic of China sign a landmark $18 billion free trade agreement, marking a significant economic cooperation milestone between the two nations.
- 18 Nov 2014 Jerusalem Synagogue Attack: A horrific terrorist attack occurred at a Jerusalem synagogue where two Palestinian militants armed with guns and meat cleavers killed four rabbis (one American and one British). The police responded quickly, killing both attackers, though one police officer later died from his injuries.
- 19 Nov 2014 Nicola Sturgeon Becomes First Female First Minister of Scotland: The Scottish Parliament elected Nicola Sturgeon as the first female First Minister of Scotland, marking a significant milestone in Scottish political history.
- 20 Nov 2014 Obama's Immigration Executive Order: President Barack Obama announces executive actions to defer deportations for parents of children who have been living in the United States for at least five years and are U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
- 21 Nov 2014 House Republicans Sue President Obama: The United States House of Representatives initiated a legal challenge against President Barack Obama, contesting executive actions related to the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
- 22 Nov 2014 Lionel Messi Sets La Liga Goal Record: Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi from FC Barcelona set a new record in La Liga by scoring his 253rd goal, further cementing his status as one of the greatest footballers in history.
- 23 Nov 2014 Afghanistan Volleyball Match Suicide Bombing: A devastating suicide bombing at a volleyball match in Paktika province, Afghanistan, kills 45 people and injures 50, highlighting ongoing insurgent violence in the region.
- 24 Nov 2014 Ferguson Unrest After Michael Brown Grand Jury Decision: A St. Louis County grand jury decided not to indict police officer Darren Wilson for the shooting of Michael Brown, triggering widespread protests and violent unrest in Ferguson, Missouri. Despite pleas for peaceful demonstrations from Brown's family and President Obama, tensions escalated dramatically.
- 25 Nov 2014 Ferguson Unrest After Michael Brown Decision: Ferguson, Missouri, braces for potential violence after a grand jury decides not to indict police officers involved in the shooting death of Michael Brown, sparking nationwide racial tension and protests.
- 26 Nov 2014 Ferguson Protests and National Day of Action: Following the grand jury's decision not to indict Officer Darren Wilson for the shooting of Michael Brown, protests erupted in Ferguson, Missouri, with over 40 arrests. This sparked a nationwide day of action with demonstrations in more than 170 cities, highlighting ongoing racial tensions in the United States.
- 27 Nov 2014 Suicide Bombing Targets British Embassy in Kabul: A suicide bomber attacked a British Embassy vehicle in Kabul, Afghanistan, killing five people and underscoring the ongoing security challenges in the region.
- 28 Nov 2014 Mexico Proposes Police Reforms: Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto announced comprehensive policing reforms in response to the controversial kidnapping and presumed murder of 43 student-teachers, addressing systemic corruption and collaboration between local authorities and criminal gangs.
- 29 Nov 2014 Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Protests: Thousands of pro-democracy protesters clashed with police in Mong Kok as they attempted to reclaim their protest site.
- 30 Nov 2014 Coalition Airstrikes Against ISIL in Raqqa: Over 30 coalition forces conducted airstrikes against Raqqa, the de facto capital of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), as part of ongoing military operations against the terrorist organization.