Republicans Agree to New START with Russia
After several months of procrastinating, Republicans in the United States Senate voted to enact the New START treaty with Russia.
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Japan Identifies China as Primary Threat
Japan moves forces from defending against a Soviet invasion to monitoring today’s communist superpower.
Gains in Afghanistan “Fragile and Reversible”
Progress in Afghanistan can be undermined as long as safe havens exist for insurgents across the border in Pakistan.
Berlusconi Barely Survives Confidence Vote
The Italian prime minister lives to fight another day.
Court Rules Health Insurance Mandate Unconstitutional
The individual mandate in Obamacare exceeds the boundaries of congressional power.
France, Germany Pledge to Defend Euro
Angela Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy affirm their “total” commitment to the single currency.
Italy, Netherlands Reconsider JSF Purchases
As the costs of the F-35 fighter aircraft continue to mount, both Italy and the Netherlands are reconsidering their purchases.
Conservatives Win in Spain’s Richest State
The outcome underscores the unpopularity of Spain’s socialist prime minister.
US Set to Expand Drone Strikes in Pakistan
With no sustainable alternative for fighting terrorism in Pakistan, the United States seek to expand their drone program into Quetta.
United States, Korea Finalize Trade Deal
After a month of delay, President Barack Obama announced the signing of a free trade agreement with Korea this weekend.
WikiLeaks Exposes American Diplomatic Cables
The latest batch of confidential material released by WikiLeaks reveals the darker side of international diplomacy.
European Navies Train for Coastal Warfare
Thirteen European navies exercise in the Baltic Sea, preparing for operations in confined and shallow waters.
Specter of Spain’s Demise Worries Europe
The solvability of Europe’s fourth economy threatens the entire eurozone.
US Warships Steam Toward Yellow Sea
The American carrier strike group on forward deployment in Japan heads for the Korean Peninsula.
Ireland Announces Billions in Spending Cuts
In order to secure an international bailout, the Irish plan a combination of spending cuts and tax hikes.