Frontrunner Challenged: Romney Fails to Enthuse
The former Massachusetts governor is still on top, but conservatives aren’t warming up to him yet.
Syria’s Assad Could Lose Key Ally in Hamas
Hamas, long dependent on Syria for a steady supply of weapons, may be moving its personnel out of Damascus.
Saudi Prince Predicts Middle East Nuclear Proliferation
The former Saudi spy master warns that the kingdom might seek a nuclear capacity.
Newt Gingrich’s (Unlikely) Path to the Nomination
The Republican could struggle to convince voters that he has a radically new vision.
Obama Right About “Defining Issue” of His Time
The choice is between the president’s welfare state and traditional, small-government Republicanism.
The World Commits to Afghanistan in Bonn
NATO countries reiterate the importance of stability in Afghanistan. Will money and support be enough?
Putin Didn’t Suffer a Resounding Defeat
Although support for United Russia fell, Vladimir Putin is still the dominant figure in Russian politics.
Italy’s Monti Defends New Austerity Measures
The prime minister warns that “the survival of the common currency” could be at risk if Italy doesn’t reform.
Coburn, Conrad Discuss Payroll Tax Cut Extension
Two top senators agreed that a tax cut would probably be extended but neither was looking forward to a compromise.
American-Iraqi Strategic Partnership Emerging
Vice President Joe Biden spends three days in Iraq to instill confidence in its leadership.
After Revolution, Egypt Falls Back on Tradition
Islamist parties claim victory in the first free elections since Hosni Mubarak’s resignation.
Medvedev Urges Russians to “Vote for the Future”
The Russian president called on voters to elect a stable majority for the ruling party.
The Arab League Uses the Hammer on Syria
The members of the Arab League are standing up against one of their own.
Why Republicans Won’t Agree to Raise Taxes
Democrats insist that tax rates increase for high income earners but Republicans have seen this movie before.
IMF to Save Italy, Spain from Default?
Northern resistance to fiscal union may necessitate a bigger role for the IMF in the euro crisis.