France Steps Up Pressure on Syria’s Assad
The French foreign minister suggests a buffer zone should be erected in Syria.
Fatah, Hamas Agree to Hold Palestinian Elections
The two Palestinian factions, long intent on destroying one another, have agreed to cooperate for the time being.
Egypt Appoints Prime Minister Before Election
The military council ruling Egypt appoints a new prime minister days before parliamentary elections.
The Two-Edged Stimulus Britain Can’t Afford
David Cameron recognizes the folly of stimulus, but the Bank of England is driving up inflation.
What Made Yemen’s Saleh Quit?
The president agreed to relinquish power after breaking earlier promises to consider stepping down. What changed his mind?
Medicaid, Medicare Chief Gone; Good Riddance
The administration has withdrawn Donald Berwick’s nomination to head America’s public health programs.
Belgium Struggles to Form New Government
A year and half, Belgium has been without a government. Budgetary and economic reforms necessary to stir growth are stalled.
Saudi Arabia Brokers Yemeni Power Transfer
The oil kingdom convinced President Ali Abdullah Saleh to step down. The Saudis will maintain their influence in Yemen.
America Needs an Arctic Strategy
The polar region promises shorter trade routes and natural riches. The United States cannot afford to miss out.
Republican Candidates Critical of Defense Cuts
Republican presidential hopefuls lamented the deep cuts in military spending that are expected in the United States.
Iraq’s Shia Militias an Enduring Threat
Shī’ah militants could disturb Iraq’s fragile political constellation after America leaves.
Egyptians Take to Streets, Demand End to Military Rule
Protesters call for free elections.
Indo-Maldives Relations Continue to Blossom
Strategic relations have survived political changes and continue to improve.
The Pacific Balance is Shifting in China’s Favor
Hard pressed to defend Taiwan, America must consider retaliatory options.
Spain’s Conservatives Claim Historic Election Win
The opposition People’s Party will replace the socialist administration of Prime Minister Zapatero.