Armed conflicts and attacks
Yemeni Civil War (2015–present)
An Iranian Red Crescent plane is blocked by bombing of Sanaa International Airport's runway by Saudi Arabian F-15 fighters, which unsuccessfully intercepted and issued warnings to the plane to turn back. (The Guardian)
Businesses and economy
Russian financial crisis (2014–2016)
State-owned gas company, Gazprom, loses 86 percent in net income due to ruble devaluation, plunge on oil prices, and Ukraine crisis. (Reuters)