Brzezinski Laments “Chaotic” American Policy in Syria
The former national security advisor says America’s response to the Syrian crisis is guided by “emotion.”
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Obama to Consider Deeper Involvement in Syria’s Civil War
The president meets with senior national security officials to discuss his options in Syria.
“Inflexible” Nuclear Negotiator Frontrunner in Iran’s Election
Saeed Jalili is accused by other candidates of stubbornness in nuclear talks with the West.
Obama to Appoint Rice Security Advisor, Reinstate Power
The two women are seen as supporting a more activist foreign policy than the president himself.
Dutch to Deliver Weapons to Indonesia After All
The ruling Labor Party previously opposed the arms sale to the Netherlands’ former colony in Asia.
United States See Rise in Iranian-Sponsored Terrorism
Al Qaeda continues to weaken while Iran increasingly sponsors terrorism abroad, a report shows.
Saudi Arabia Takes Over Reins in Syrian Uprising from Qatar
The bigger Arab kingdom worries about its neighbor’s indiscriminate support of radical Islamists.
European Commission Recommends More of the Same
Countries are given longer to reduce their deficits but must press on with economic reforms.
Ambassador: Russia’s Arms Sales to Syria Provide “Stability”
Russia’s ambassador to the United Nations defends his nation’s continued support for the Syrian regime.
France Urges Libya’s Neighbors to Help Suppress Islamists
Foreign minister Laurent Fabius calls on West African countries to tackle the Islamist threat.
Chile’s Presidential Candidate Bachelet Expands Leftist Coalition
The socialist leader increases her chances of regaining the presidency with the communists’ backing.
After Weapons Embargo Lifted, Austria Reconsiders Golan Mission
Austria’s foreign minister is afraid that its peacekeepers won’t be seen as a “neutral party” anymore.
Germany Pledges Support for China in Trade Dispute
Germany agrees with China that its solar panels shouldn’t be kept off the European market.
German Finance Minister Rules Out “Grand Coalition” After Election
Wolfgang Schäuble is confident that the conservatives’ coalition with the liberals will maintain a majority.
French, Nigerien Forces Kill Islamist Uranium Mine Bombers
French special forces participate in an anti-terrorist operation a day after a French uranium mine was targeted.