As Secretary, Kerry Likely to Stress Diplomacy With Iran
As secretary of state, the Democrat is likely to tackle the Iranians through dialogue.
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Iraqi President Incapacitated, Sectarian Tension Rising
Jalal Talabani is admitted to hospital just as Iraq could use a moderating force.
Pentagon: Success in Afghanistan “Mixed Bag”
The Defense Department cites success and failure in Afghanistan in the last six months.
United States to Label Syrian Rebel Group Terrorists
One of the most disciplined and effective forces battling Assad deploys terrorist tactics.
Israel Hits Back at Palestinians After United Nations Vote
Israel withholds Palestinian tax revenue and announces new settlement construction.
Real Hardship Could Be After United Nations Palestine Vote
Abbas could collapse the peace process if he sues Israel in the International Criminal Court.
Hamas, Israel Back to Square One in Gaza
A ceasefire agreement leaves neither side the winner in the Gaza conflict.
Israel Expands Gaza Operations, Fear of New War
Violence between Israeli and Islamist militants in the Gaza Strip escalates.
Israel Expands Airstrikes Against Gaza Militants
Israeli Defense Forces launch their most extensive bombardments in four years.
Bahraini Dissidents Face Deeper, Systematic Crackdown
The small Persian Gulf kingdom ramps its up persecution of “Arab Spring” revolutionaries.
Netanyahu, Barak Considered Iran Strike Two Years Ago
Israel’s prime minister ordered the military to prepare for an attack against Iran in 2010.
Abbas Suggests No “Right of Return” for Palestinians
The Palestinian leader recognizes that he will not be able to return to his ancestral home.
War Crimes Undermine Syrian Rebels’ Credibility
The opposition’s international support could be at stake if extrajudicial killings continue.
Iran Gives Americans, Israel Time with Uranium Diversion
Israel’s Ehud Barak reveals that Iran has diverted uranium to power a medical plant.
Palestinians’ United Nations Push Could Backfire
Israel and the United States can withhold tax revenue and financial aid.