IMF Urges Germany to Give Up More Money
Pressure mounts on Germany to surrender its commitment to austerity.
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Russia Threatens European Cattle, Meat Import Ban
The outbreak of a livestock virus in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands prompts Russia to consider an import ban.
Putin Warns Russians: Après Moi, Le Déluge
The Russian leader says without him, ethnic tensions could tear the country apart.
Yemen’s Saleh Granted Pass for Suspected Crimes
Whether Ali Abdullah Saleh’s departure will benefit Yemen is still an open question.
Sarkozy Rival Says “Finance” His Enemy
François Hollande, the Socialist Party candidate, said he wasn’t running against the president but “the world of finance.”
Newt Strikes Back, Surges in South Carolina Primary
The former House speaker positions himself as the conservative alternative to Mitt Romney.
American, Israeli Military Chiefs Convey Unity
The two officers insist there is no daylight between their countries on how to handle Iran.
France Suspends Afghan Mission After Shooting
Nicolas Sarkozy warns that French troops may pull out of Afghanistan after four servicemen are killed.
Romney: Obama “Biggest Impediment to Job Growth”
The Republican Party’s presidential candidates on Thursday criticized the incumbent for his failing economic policy.
Al Qaeda’s Yemeni Outfit Grabbing More Land
The terrorist network’s regional affiliate in Yemen is now only one hundred miles away from the capital.
Cameron, Miliband Dispute Meaning of “Moral Capitalism”
Britain’s prime minister and its opposition leader both call for a “better” capitalism.
Latin America, Riding the Commodity Boom
Even South American nations that are hostile to freer trade are witnessing economic expansion thanks to globalization.
Republican Perry: Turkey Ruled by “Islamic Terrorists”
Texas governor Rick Perry suggests Turkey should be expelled from NATO.
Huntsman Exits Presidential Race, Romney Victory Likely
The former Utah governor’s exit from the race virtually guarantees that Romney wins.
DeMint Warns Republicans Not to Ignore Paul Vote
The South Carolina senator urges his party not to ignore the libertarian congressman’s presidential run.