Great Britain has voted to leave the European union, leaving the rest
of the world in disbelief.
This step is believed to be a very difficult one as many uncertainties are involved with the decision. However Northern Ireland and Scotland did not vote in favour of the exit, thus increasing tensions within the UK.
The prime minister David Cameroon, who led the campaign that they stay in the bloc, announced that he would be stepping down by October. He stated that the country deserved a leader committed to carrying out the will of the people.
In the stock market, the pound has hit a record low since 1985,this is due to investors moving their money from the UK. Also borders will be tightened amongst other drastic changes. However those who support the Brexit(Britain exit from EU) insist it's the right step in ensuring UK retains it's identity, independence and greatness.
In Berlin, the German foreign minister, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, called the news "truly sobering" he also added, "it looks like a bad day for Europe and for Britain"
Britain is the first nation to exit the 28-member bloc.
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