China, Europe Resolve Solar Panel Imports Dispute
China will be able to continue to sell its solar panels cheaply but won’t be allowed more than half a market share.
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Navy’s Drone Carrier Test Points to Robotic Warfare Future
Operating unmanned aerial vehicles from aircraft carriers could have many advantages for the United States.
Former Middle East Commander Cautions Against Syria War
Retired general James Mattis warns lawmakers that intervention in Syria’s civil war won’t be quick and easy.
Cameron Urges Support for Moderate Syrian Rebels
Radical Islamists should not deter the West from backing rebels that want a democratic Syria.
Portuguese Party Talks Break Down After President’s Intervention
The ruling right-wing parties are unable to form a “national salvation” pact with the opposition Socialists.
American, British Army Chiefs Pessimistic About Syrian Rebels
America’s and Britain’s top military officials fear the tide in Syria’s civil war is shifting in the regime’s favor.
Britain Seen Backpedaling on Military Aid for Syrian Rebels
The UK has abandoned plans to arm the rebels fighting Bashar al-Assad.
Italy’s Letta Signals Support for Britain’s European Reform Effort
The Italian prime minister agrees the EU needs to change.
China’s Trade Figures for June Appear “Grim”
Low demand for China’s products in the West and rising labor costs are home weigh down on exports.
Germany’s Merkel Warns Against Far-Left Coalition
The German leader urges voters to keep her center-right coalition in power.
Hollande, Rajoy Claim French, Spanish Economies Recovering
Leaders insist things are looking up, but neither the French nor the Spanish economy is ready to recover.
Lew Sees Chinese Willingness to Reform, Urges Haste
America’s treasury secretary expects economic reforms in China, if not at the pace he would like.
Portugal’s President Suggests Early Elections, Deepens Political Crisis
Rather than supporting a cabinet reshuffle, Aníbal Cavaco Silva urges a broader political agreement.
Arab Gulf States Promise to Prop Up Egypt’s Failing Economy
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates promise to provide much needed cash for Egypt’s interim government.
Violent Protests Cloud Egyptian Army’s Takeover
The military’s popularity could disappear if Egyptians continue to die in demonstrations.