Talking with the Taliban
Fareed Zakaria is in favor of the Afghan government negotiating with the Taliban. But is reconciliation worth the cost?
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Christine Lagarde Defends European Austerity
The French Finance Minister defended Europe’s austerity measures and its attempt to enact stricter financial regulation on ABC’s This Week.
Geithner Urges Europe Not to Cut
While America remains mired in recession, Treasury Secretary Geithner has some advice for Europe: don’t rein in spending now!
Drones are America’s Default Option
When examining all of the options available for dealing with Pakistan’s insurgency, drone strikes come ahead as the most plausible.
Wen Defends China’s Currency Policy
The Chinese premier predicts that a steep renminbi appreciation will “bring disaster to China,” foreboding further discord with Western countries.
Rand Paul, Jack Conway Debate
In Kentucky’s Senate race, the Democratic state attorney general is struggling against popular Tea Party candidate Rand Paul.
China’s Reformer Wen Jiabao Speaks Out
The premier talked about the world economy, Chinese relations with the United States and the future of political reform in China.
Brazil Elects New President
Brazil is likely to elect its first female president today with Workers’ Party candidate Dilma Rousseff leading in the polls.
Political Right Forms Coalition in Netherlands
The Christian Democrats and liberals form a government with support from the Islamophobic Freedom Party.
Iran Struggles With Nuclear Plant Delays
Amid rumors of attacks by a sophisticated computer virus, Iran’s first nuclear power plant struggles to get up and running.
Brussels to Sanction Budget Rule Breakers
The European Commission proposes to enact severe sanctions for eurozone members that are in violation of its budget rules.
Republicans Pledge to Rein in Spending, Somehow
All Sunday morning talks shows devote time to discussing the upcoming congressional elections.
Mahmoud Abbas Speaks at the United Nations
In his General Assembly address, the Palestinian Authority President appeared to have little faith in the ongoing negotiations with Israel.
Labour Elects New Leader
The British socialists opt for a more obviously leftish course with the election of Ed Miliband as party leader.
Britain’s Nick Clegg Speaks at United Nations
Britain’s deputy prime minister called upon the United Nations to have greater confidence in the values they share.