Obama Plans “Maintenance Trip” to Israel
Obama’s visit will be a chance for the president to speak to a wary Israeli public.
China’s New Premier Promises to Reduce State’s Role
Li Keqiang echoes his predecessor’s words in urging economic and political reform.
Russia Unmoved by European Missile Shield Adjustment
A senior Russian lawmaker is skeptical about the change in NATO’s missile defense plan.
Labour Urges Stimulus, Tax Relief to Promote Growth
Britain’s shadow chancellor Ed Balls says growth is the way to reduce the deficit.
Abe Challenges Domestic Interests, Enters Trade Talks
The Japanese premier is driven into a Pacific trade partnership by the need to thwart China.
Independent Scottish Defense Would Amount to Little
Philip Hammond’s assessment of an independent Scottish defense force is accurate.
Portugal Gets Extra Year to Meet Budget Targets
As Portugal’s economy fails to recover, the government struggles to reduce its deficit.
Obama Admits: Not Interested in Deficit Reduction
The president’s excuses for not reducing the deficit turned out to be just that: excuses.
Netanyahu Excludes Religious Parties from Ruling Coalition
Centrists are expected to replace right-wing religious parties in Israel’s government.
British Conservatives, Liberals at Odds over Budget Plan
Conservatives champion deeper spending and tax cuts. Liberal Democrats are skeptical.
Britain, France Challenge German Policy in Syria
Germany resists British and French demands to allow weapons supplies into Syria.
Sudan, South Sudan Reach Deal to Resume Oil Exports
The two Sudans agree to withdraw their troops from the border and resume oil exports.
Ryan Seeks Balanced Budget Through Health Savings
The Republican’s budget plan repeals and reins in health-care entitlements.
Defense Chief’s Afghanistan Visit Marred in Controversy
Chuck Hagel’s Afghanistan visit is disturbed by a suicide attack and harsh words out of Kabul.
Falklanders Defy Argentina, Vote to Remain British
Residents of the Falkland Islands near Argentina vote in a referendum to remain a British territory.