Greeks Seek Easing of Bailout Terms, Germans Wary
Greece’s ruling parties want more time to reduce the nation’s budget shortfall.
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Dutch Likely to Suspend Tanks Sale to Indonesia
Opposition lawmakers are critical of the arms sale, citing Indonesian human rights abuses.
Egyptian Election Committee Names Morsi Winner
The Islamist candidate is declared the victor in Egypt’s presidential election.
Syria “Will Pay Price” After Turkish Warplane Shot Down
Turkish news media are furious about Syria’s downing of a Turkish fighter plane.
West Concerned About Weapons Flow into Syria
Europe and the United States worry that arms could fall into the hands of Islamist groups.
Poland Steams Ahead Amid Eurozone Turmoil
Countries in the south of Europe must be jealous of Poland’s high growth rates and stable politics.
Canada, Mexico Invited to Join Pacific Trade Zone
Joining the Trans Pacific Partnership will prove highly advantageous if Canada it is to diversify its exports.
Romney Urges Spending, Tax Cuts to “Ignite Growth”
The Republican candidate insists “the only solution” is cutting spending.
Greek Conservatives Projected to Win Election
The parties that want to keeping Greece in the euro win a majority in the election.
Saudi Prince Nayef, Next in Line to Throne, Dies
Saudi Arabia has lost its second crown prince in eight months, raising concerns about its royal succession plans.
NATO Supply Route Through Pakistan Remains Closed
Political concerns in both Pakistan and the United States prevent a deal on reopening supply routes to be done.
Russia Denies Sending Helicopters Into Syria
The gunships delivered to Syria were probably updated versions of helicopters it had purchased in Soviet times.
Egypt Dissolves Parliament, Reimposes Martial Law
A court decision forces early parliamentary elections.
Ahead of Election, Greeks Brace for Eurozone Exit
Greek savers are pulling their money out of the banks, putting pressure on the Germans to make up the difference.
Socialist Party Ahead of Ruling Liberals in Dutch Polls
The ruling party is losing ground, but neither the left or right seems able to win a majority.