Italy’s Berlusconi Urges Coalition to “Revive Economy”
The two parties that will form Italy’s next government are tired of austerity.
Dutch, French Socialists Demand More Left-Wing Policies
European center-left leaders have little choice but to defy their own parties’ wishes.
Neighbors, West Accuse Syria of Chemical Weapons Use
Syrian army forces might have repeatedly crossed the United States’ “red line.”
Pentagon Hopes Asian Allies Drive F-35’s Costs Down
The Defense Department plans to sell stealth fighters to Singapore and South Korea.
Italy’s Premier Designate Letta Inherits Divided Party
Enrico Letta’s most immediate concern may be splits within his own ranks.
Dutch Court Jails Former Civil Servant, Russian Spy
A former Foreign Ministry worker passed sensitive documents to Russian intelligence.
Russia Plans to Deploy Fighter Jets to Belarus
Russia expands its military presence in Belarus, seen as a buffer between it and NATO.
Ahead of Referendum, Confusion Over Scottish Oil
England can reasonably lay claim to “Scottish” oil and gas in the North Sea.
End to European Austerity? Probably Not
Austerity may have reaches its “limits”, but that doesn’t mean Europe will reverse course.
France Extends Mali Mission, Army Training Underfunded
France commits to Mali’s counterinsurgency but the army there is in a shambles.
Pacific States Wary About Increasing Coal Exports
Left-wing politicians share environmentalists’ concerns about selling more “filthy” coal.
Reelected Hamas Leader Has Opportunity for Reconciliation
Khaled Mashal could use his restored authority to mend fences with Fataḥ in the West Bank.
Italy’s Napolitano Expected to Form Unity Government
The octogenarian president urges parties to take their responsibility.
China’s Investment in Europe Continues to Rise
Chinese investors see opportunities despite, or because of, Europe’s debt woes.
American Middle East Arms Sales Send “Signal” to Iran
Defense secretary Chuck Hagel calls Iran “a real threat”.