American Troops Leaving Iraq by Year’s End
As the United States prepare to pull out, Iraq’s political problems continue to fester.
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Tunisians Vote Amid International Scrutiny
The first free elections in a Muslim country since the Arab spring are closely watched in America and Europe.
Clinton Warns Iran Not to Exploit Iraq Pullout
“No one should miscalculate America’s resolve and commitment,” says Clinton.
Saudi Heir Presumptive, Defense Minister Dies
The Saudi crown prince and defense minister died in hospital in New York, casting doubt on the line of succession.
Somalia’s Al Shabaab a Persistent Foe
The radical Islamist movement will not be defeated through military means alone.
Perry Combative, Cain Struggles to Defend Tax Plan
Texas governor Perry avenged himself for a number of poor debate performances while Cain had trouble explaining his tax plan.
European Leaders Plan for Partial Greek Default
As Greece struggles to mend its deficit, eurozone countries debate whether to help banks in the event of a default.
Liam Fox Successor Faces Fiscal Challenges
The new defense minister may be the man to finally take control of the department’s finances.
French Socialists Elect Presidential Candidate
Former party boss François Hollande will run against President Nicolas Sarkozy.
Top Republican Rejects Jobs Plan, Urges Compromise
Opposition leader Eric Cantor urged the president to discard his “all or nothing approach” with regard to his jobs plan.
Congress Ratifies Long Stalled Trade Accords
American lawmakers finally approved free trade agreements with Colombia, Panama and South Korea after three years.
Iran Implicated in Plot to Assassinate Saudi Envoy
The Americans accuse Iran of planning to kill the Saudi ambassador to their country but the plot doesn’t make sense.
Cain Defends Tax Plan, Perry Unremarkable in Debate
Herman Cain defended his tax reform plan at a Republican presidential primary debate where Rick Perry seemed ill at ease.
Huntsman, Romney Dispute Republican Foreign Policy
“Advocating more ships, more troops and more weapons is not a foreign policy.”
Slovak Coalition Collapses After EU Bailout Vote
The ruling right-wing coalition agrees to early elections in exchange for support on its European policy.