IMF Urges Germany to Give Up More Money
Pressure mounts on Germany to surrender its commitment to austerity.
Obama Offers No Fresh Hope of Fiscal Consolidation
The president says he is prepared to make the “tough choices”. Again.
Russia Threatens European Cattle, Meat Import Ban
The outbreak of a livestock virus in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands prompts Russia to consider an import ban.
Putin Warns Russians: Après Moi, Le Déluge
The Russian leader says without him, ethnic tensions could tear the country apart.
Yemen’s Saleh Granted Pass for Suspected Crimes
Whether Ali Abdullah Saleh’s departure will benefit Yemen is still an open question.
Sarkozy Rival Says “Finance” His Enemy
François Hollande, the Socialist Party candidate, said he wasn’t running against the president but “the world of finance.”
Turkey “Ready to Do Everything for Syrian People”
Turkey’s foreign minister said he supported the demands of the Syrian opposition but wouldn’t commit to an intervention.
Saudi Arabia Withdraws Monitors from Syria
The kingdom tries to put more pressure on Bashar al-Assad as part of its regional struggle with Iran.
Newt Channels Conservatives’ Resentment of Mitt Romney
Newt Gingrich’s victory has less to do with him and everything to do with Mitt Romney.
Chinese Leader Warns Iran Not to Close Strait
Wen Jiabao offered unusually sharp criticism of Tehran but China is still unlikely to join in an oil embargo.
Gingrich Win Raises Prospect of Brokered Convention
As a Romney candidacy seems less likely, the primary battle could take months and fail to find a nominee.
Newt Strikes Back, Surges in South Carolina Primary
The former House speaker positions himself as the conservative alternative to Mitt Romney.
Protectionism Makes Comeback as Recovery Stalls
Protectionism could resurface as a result of lackluster growth in industrialized countries.
American, Israeli Military Chiefs Convey Unity
The two officers insist there is no daylight between their countries on how to handle Iran.
France Suspends Afghan Mission After Shooting
Nicolas Sarkozy warns that French troops may pull out of Afghanistan after four servicemen are killed.