Rice Rules Out Syrian Intervention, Then Doesn’t
The American ambassador to the United Nations said military action would only worsen the situation but didn’t rule it out.
Analysis
Should Republicans Focus on Taking Back Congress?
American conservatives can reclaim control of the legislature in November.
With Romney, Republicans Could Suffer “Historic Defeat”
Former Florida congressman Joe Scarborough says others should join the race or Republicans will lose the presidency.
What India’s State Elections Mean for the West
By pressing the ruling Congress party on Iran, Western countries have hurt their ties with India.
Turkish Leader Urges Opening of Syrian Aid Corridors
Turkey urges “immediate” foreign intervention to stop the “bloodshed” in Syria.
Iranian-Saudi Cold War? Diplomat Killed in Bangladesh
Iranian involvement in the death of a Saudi diplomat isn’t certain but in the Middle East, suspicions abound.
Super Tuesday Could Reshape Republican Race
Mitt Romney seeks to consolidate his frontrunner status while Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum battle for right-wing votes.
Belarus, Europe Preparing Diplomatic Countermeasures
Wikistrat analyzes a row in diplomatic relations between Europe and Belarus.
Berlin Consensus Redefines European Union
The Brussels Consensus of political compromise as a solution for all of Europe’s problems is coming apart.
Netanyahu, Obama Split on How to Deter Iran
The two leaders attempt to forge a single policy to prevent Iran from going nuclear.
Ireland, Spain Cast Doubt on Europe’s Austerity Pact
Opposition in Ireland and a worse fiscal outlook for Spain could jeopardize Europe’s fiscal compact.
Putin Rallies Against Soft Power, Humanitarian Interventions
The Russian leader claims the West uses nongovernmental organizations to undermine unfriendly regimes.
Iranian Election a Proxy Fight for Ahmadinejad, Khamenei
Conservatives and hardliners face off in what is a proxy battle between Iran’s supreme leader and president.
Huntsman Predicts China Won’t “Play by Rules” Soon
The former ambassador says China seeks economic and social stability above all else.
China Takes New Step to Prime Its Slowing Economy
Beijing has lowered cash reserve requirements for banks in hopes of stirring investment and growth.