Neoconservatives Belittle Foreign Policy Critique
National security hawks’ disdain of Rand Paul’s noninterventionism is a mistake.
Analysis
Biden Reiterates Uncompromising Iran Policy
The vice president’s strong language could have adverse effects on negotiations with Iran.
Wen Signals Status Quo in Final Congress Speech
China’s outgoing premier hints at no structural economic reforms in his parting speech.
Bush Warns Republicans Becoming “Too Reactionary”
Florida’s former governor argues that Republicans cannot only be “against things.”
Egypt’s Opposition Tactics: Mayhem, Canal City Strikes
“Black Bloc” protesters wreck havoc while Port Said resorts to civil disobedience.
German Ideological Revival Polarizes Western Politics
The crisis of the West is no longer purely economic as ideology increasingly matters.
Iraq’s Maliki Warns Assad’s Fall Could Destabilize Region
Regime change in Syria could threaten the Iraqi leader’s own political survival.
European Leaders Urge Ukraine to Loosen Russia Ties
Ukraine has three months to prove that it is committed to deepening relations with Europe.
To Stave Off Sequester, Obama Can’t Ignore Entitlements
Tax increases alone won’t allow the president to protect “critical investments.”
Major Powers Give Iranian Nuclear Talks Another Go
Iranian concessions will likely require a loosening of the sanctions regime.
Deadlock Looms After Italians Return Divided Parliament
Italy faces political paralysis as neither the left nor the right wins an absolute majority.
Italy’s Left Struggles to Take Control of Legislature
Italy’s left-wing parties are ahead in the polls but may fall short of a majority.
In Washington, Japan’s Abe Reaffirms American Alliance
The partnership with the United States remains the cornerstone of Japanese foreign policy.
Drawn Out Confirmation Could Inhibit Hagel’s Effectiveness
The former Republican senator will have many fences to mend when he is confirmed.
Dutch Liberals Seek to Draw Conservatives into Coalition
The Netherlands’ ruling parties do not command a majority in the Senate.