Turkey Again Floats Syrian “Safe Zones” Proposal
The foreign minister says Turkey cannot handle the refugee flow if it swells further.
Why the United States Will Go Over the “Fiscal Cliff”
Republicans won’t do a deal on taxes unless rates have already gone up.
We Didn’t Start the Fire: Stop Blaming Sykes-Picot
The 1916 treaty between Britain and France can’t account for Syria’s problems altogether.
Germany, Poland Oppose Stricter Emission Rules
Poland’s environment minister threatens to block higher carbon taxes.
Majority Florida Seniors Favor Ryan’s Medicare Plan
Elderly voters in the swing state support the Republicans’ vice presidential candidate.
The Navy’s Drone Fighter Almost Ready for Testing
An unmanned aerial vehicle is tested for takeoff and landing from an aircraft carrier.
Syrian Regime Suffers Diplomatic, Military Setbacks
Syria is expelled from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation days after rebels shot down a warplane.
Brazil’s Rousseff Stays the Course With “Stimulus”
Fears that the president will repeat the mistakes of her predecessors are unfounded.
Kim’s Uncle May Have Plotted to Oust Army Chief
The enigmatic Jang Sung-taek may benefit the most from Ri Yong-ho’s retirement.
Opposition to Euro Membership Growing in Italy
Fringe parties in Italy are advocating a withdrawal from the single currency area.
Paul Ryan’s Budget Plan is Far from Radical
The Wisconsin congressman’s plan doesn’t balance the budget before 2040.
Romney Sends Mixed Signals on National Security
The Republican candidate has appointed both neoconservatives and realists as advisors.
Egypt’s Generals Play Long Game
The military makes the Muslim Brotherhood vulnerable to its own success.
Japanese-South Korean Relations on the Rocks
An island dispute resurfaces after South Korea delays implementation of an intelligence-sharing agreement with Japan.
Uzbekistan Key to the Future Stability of Afghanistan
Uzbekistan’s support of traditional anti-Taliban forces may exacerbate the conflict in Afghanistan.