Obama: Extend Tax Relief Now, Cut Spending Later
The president urges Congress to enact a tax deal before negotiating budget cuts.
Italy’s Left Tops Prime Ministerial Poll, Monti Second
Silvio Berlusconi is unlikely to return to power in Italy, according to the latest poll.
For Successful Asia Pivot, Obama Has to Engage Russia
Russia will be the swing vote in the “cold war” of the twenty-first century.
After Revolution, Tunisians Call for Dictator’s Return
High unemployment and lawlessness makes Tunisians yearn for the old regime.
As Secretary, Kerry Likely to Stress Diplomacy With Iran
As secretary of state, the Democrat is likely to tackle the Iranians through dialogue.
German Opposition Criticizes Merkel’s Arms Exports
The left condemns the sale of weapons to undemocratic governments and conflict areas.
Monti Failed to Thoroughly Liberalize Italy’s Economy
The technocrat had to water down many of his reforms.
Egypt Accepts Islamist Charter, Opposition Seeks Unity
Opposition groups move toward forming one political party after losing the referendum.
American Right Has Reservations About Hagel
Neoconservatives don’t believe that the former senator supports Israel strongly enough.
Afghan Factions Meet in France as NATO Prepares Withdrawal
Four Afghan groups meet in France, not for negotiations but at least they’re talking.
Labor Rises in Israeli Polls, May Join Netanyahu’s Coalition
Benjamin Netanyahu could form a coalition with Labor instead of smaller orthodox parties.
Catalan Separatists Unite, Promise Referendum in 2014
Left- and right-wing parties join forces to force a referendum on secession.
Park Holds Onto Presidency for South Korea’s Conservatives
South Korea stays the course with the election of its first female president.
Berlusconi Threatens Italian Eurozone Exit, Rises in Polls
The former premier’s Euroskeptic rhetoric appears to resonate with voters.
Iraqi President Incapacitated, Sectarian Tension Rising
Jalal Talabani is admitted to hospital just as Iraq could use a moderating force.