Intense Diplomacy Required to Disarm Assad’s Chemical Arsenal
Russia’s plan to eliminate the Syrian regime’s chemical weapons will only work if the Security Council is united.
Norway’s Election Winners Propose Relaxing Wealth Fund’s Spending
Norway’s incoming conservative administration may use the country’s oil fund to pay for domestic policy priorities.
Obama’s Time Running Out for Syria Strike Authorization
Many members of Congress are not yet convinced.
Chinese Leader Follows Silk Road, Signs Energy Deals
Central Asia, rich in oil and gas, is of critical importance to China’s growth strategy.
As Congress Debates, Military Prepares for Syria Strike
American warships steam into the Mediterranean and Red Sea.
India’s New Bank Governor Expected to Advocate Structural Reforms
Raghuram Rajan becomes monetary policy chief at a time when India’s boom threatens to bust.
Labor Gives In, Netherlands to Buy F-35 Warplanes
The social democrats earlier blocked the F-35.
“Misconception” Radicals Dominate Opposition: Syria Expert
Elizabeth O’Bagy believes that the rebels in the south of Syria are still “fighting for core American principles.”
For Russia, Syria the Last Straw in Long List of Grievances
The Russians feel they have been betrayed by the West time and again.
China to Harness Godly Power for Clean Energy Future
To wean itself off dirty coal, China plans to build its first prototype thorium power plant within five years.
Obama Officials Make Case for Syria Strikes Before Senate
Secretary of State John Kerry warns senators against the consequences of inaction.
French Leave Little Doubt About Assad’s Culpability in Gas Attack
The French say only Assad and top members of his regime could have ordered a chemical weapons attack.
Syrian Rebels Suspected of Deploying Chemical Weapon
Syrian opposition fighters have the means of delivering chemical weapons and perhaps the weapons.
Italy’s Letta Fails to Stabilize Coalition with Tax Cut
By giving in to right’s demand for tax repeal, the prime minister invites scorn from his own allies.
Obama to Face Skeptical Congress Before Launching Syria Strikes
The president is likely get authorization from the Senate. House Republicans are uncertain.