Egypt Elects Former Army Chief Sisi President
After three years, Egyptians vote to turn back the clock to before the “Arab Spring” uprising.
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After Election, Ukraine Renews Offensive Against Separatists
Ukraine’s government interprets its election victory as a mandate for decisive action against the rebels.
Di Rupo Resigns After Flemish Nationalists Win Election
The Belgian prime minister steps down after his Socialist Party is defeated in elections.
Thai Army Stages Coup After Months of Political Unrest
The military says it has to step in to restore order and push through necessary political reforms.
Gunmen Storm Parliament in Libya Power Struggle
Forces loyal to a former Muammar Gaddafi general launch an offensive against Islamists in Libya.
Ukraine Separatists Ask to Join Russia After Referendums
Russia respects the referendums as an “expression of the people’s will” but stops short of endorsing the appeal.
India’s Modi to Unseat Congress, Exit Polls Show
Exit polls put India’s conservative leader, Narendra Modi, far ahead of the ruling Congress party.
India, Russia Ally Against Pakistan by Providing Arms to Afghanistan
India pays Russia to deliver weapons to Afghanistan, setting the stage for a proxy war with Pakistan.
France Expands Counterterrorist Mission Across Western Sahel
France’s defense minister says troops will remain “as long as necessary” to check Islamist violence.
Thai Supreme Court Ousts Prime Minister Shinawatra
Thailand’s justices force the divisive prime minister to resign, setting the stage for more political unrest.
Ukrainian Helicopters Shot Down, Odessa Residents Killed
Violence in southeastern Ukraine escalates as the government retakes a city near the Russian border.
Philippines, United States Sign New Defense Agreement
More than two decades after they were evicted from their bases, American troops will return to the Philippines.
America, Japan Seen to Be Making Progress in Pacific Trade Talks
A bilateral trade agreement between Japan and the United States could clear many hurdles.
In Response to NATO, Russia Stages Drills on Ukraine’s Border
Russia says its military exercises near the border with Ukraine are a response to NATO war games.
Only Thousands of Troops Could Be Left in Afghanistan
Barack Obama is thinking about keeping less than ten thousand troops in Afghanistan.