North Korea Plans Missile Test Amid International Tension
With political changes across the region, North Korea must make itself heard again.
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Catalonia Votes for Independence from Spain
A majority of Catalans back parties that want to break away from Spain.
Fillon Divides French Right, Copé Rejects Truce
Jean-François Copé says his challenger crossed a “red line” by splitting conservatives.
Dutch, German Leaders Criticized for Greek Debt Deal
Opposition parties in the two countries have little faith in the latest agreement with Greece.
Former French Premier Splits Conservatives in Parliament
François Fillon and his supporters break away after a contentious leadership election.
South Korean Presidential Election Starts With Surprise
An independent candidate drops out, making the election a two-person race.
Medvedev Criticizes France’s Recognition of Syrian Rebels
No government should strive to undermine another, argues the Russian premier.
Israeli Defense Minister Won’t Stand in January Election
Ehud Barak’s decision is unlikely to prevent the ruling coalition from winning reelection.
Sarkozy Urged to Intervene in Party’s Leadership Dispute
The former president is seen as the only man who can unite the warring factions in his party.
Syrian No-Fly Zone If Opposition Unites: Senator
Democrat Carl Levin intends to “keep the pressure on Iran” through Syria.
Italy’s Left to Nominate Party Secretary for Premiership
Pier Luigi Bersani is expected to win the Democratic primary, which would make him the favorite for the premiership.
Israeli Ruling Parties Lose Support After Hamas Truce
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s party stands to lose seats in January’s election.
Western European Member States Block Budget Increase
Britain and other net contributors insist that spending should be reduced.
Obama Addresses Pressing Issues at East Asia Summit
The American president’s Asia trip appears to have yielded little of significance.
Hardliner Narrowly Elected French Conservative Leader
Former budget minister Jean-François Copé ekes out a primary election victory.