Parties Critical of Obama’s Iran Strategy
Lawmakers from both parties wonder if the president isn’t going too far.
Analysis
Despite Reelection, Christie Struggles to Endear Republicans
Social conservatives will think twice before nominating the outspoken governor of New Jersey.
Kerry Denies Western Split in Iran Nuclear Talks
The Western powers negotiating with Iran want to make sure they’re “getting it right.”
Kerry Tries to Rescue Stalled Israeli-Palestinian Peace Talks
America’s secretary of state is doing his utmost to ensure that the negotiating process continues.
Flying Russian Tricolor Part of Putin’s Nationalist Revival
The Russian leaders appeals to patriotism and tradition to shore up his popularity.
Recession-Era Americans Could Radicalize Democrats
Americans who have come of age in the middle of the recession want big government again.
Terrorist Leader’s Death Sours American-Pakistani Relations
The killing of a Taliban leader upsets officials in Islamabad who were exploring peace talks with the militant group.
United States Ambivalent as Iraqi Kurds Move to Independence
While Iraq’s Arabs battle for control of the central government, the Kurds are quietly prospering.
Czech Businessman Kingmaker After Election
Andrej Babiš appeals to disgruntled rightwingers but could lose their trust if he supports the Social Democrats.
Maliki Can Learn Counterinsurgency Lessons from Americans
The Iraqi leader has to reach out to his opponents.
In Shocking Move, Saudi Arabia Declines Security Council Seat
The kingdom cites continued killing in Syria and the absence of a Palestinian state as reasons for rejecting a seat.
Last-Minute Debt Deal Looks Certain to Divide Republicans
A law to push back the deadline for a new budget would need support from center-right Republicans.
Egypt Aid Suspension Worries America’s Arab Allies, Israel
Israel and the Gulf monarchs are wary of destabilizing a government in Cairo they can work with.
American-Saudi Alliance Likely to Survive Upheaval
The two countries have their disagreements, but the American-Saudi partnership remains strong at heart.
What Iran’s New Drone Aircraft Mean for Israel
Iran’s new unmanned aerial vehicles go a long way to strengthen its capabilities — and could be used against Israel.