Ahead of Election, Sarkozy Advocates Protectionism
The French president decried “savage competition” from abroad.
Dutch, German Left Demand Concessions on Fiscal Treaty
Governments in Germany and the Netherlands need opposition support.
Chinese Dam Building Tests Southeast Asian Resilience
China plans hydropower construction in river sites that are crucial to Southeast Asian agriculture and fisheries.
Libyan Eastern Province Declares Semiautonomy
Tribal leaders insist the move is necessary after decades of discrimination under Gaddafi’s regime.
Rice Rules Out Syrian Intervention, Then Doesn’t
The American ambassador to the United Nations said military action would only worsen the situation but didn’t rule it out.
Should Republicans Focus on Taking Back Congress?
American conservatives can reclaim control of the legislature in November.
With Romney, Republicans Could Suffer “Historic Defeat”
Former Florida congressman Joe Scarborough says others should join the race or Republicans will lose the presidency.
What India’s State Elections Mean for the West
By pressing the ruling Congress party on Iran, Western countries have hurt their ties with India.
Russia Nearing Su-35 Fighter Contract With China
An arms sale would signify a fairly significant change in Russia’s attitude toward its southern neighbor.
Turkish Leader Urges Opening of Syrian Aid Corridors
Turkey urges “immediate” foreign intervention to stop the “bloodshed” in Syria.
Iranian-Saudi Cold War? Diplomat Killed in Bangladesh
Iranian involvement in the death of a Saudi diplomat isn’t certain but in the Middle East, suspicions abound.
Super Tuesday Could Reshape Republican Race
Mitt Romney seeks to consolidate his frontrunner status while Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum battle for right-wing votes.
Obama Blasts Republicans’ “Casual” War Talk
“They’re not commander in chief,” Obama says of those who criticize his Iran policy.
Belarus, Europe Preparing Diplomatic Countermeasures
Wikistrat analyzes a row in diplomatic relations between Europe and Belarus.
Libya “Model” for Aiding Syrian Rebels: Senators
Lawmakers believe the intervention in Libya is a model for what to do in Syria.