Republicans Vow to Stop Iran’s Nuclear Program
Nearly all of the Republican presidential hopefuls advocated covert and military action against Iran in a foreign policy debate.
Did Obama Convince the Turks to Fall in Line?
Did a straightforward conversation between the American president and his Turkish counterpart “change everything”?
Good Morning Vietnam Indeed
The Southeast Asian country is emerging as the ultimate “un-China,” economically vibrant with a huge American diaspora.
Portugal’s Despondency Likely to Endure
Portugal’s economic prospects are dire because the nation’s political system isn’t prepared to reform.
Obama Punts, Delays Pipeline Decision
The administration delays final approval of a multibillion dollar pipeline project until after the president’s reelection campaign.
Republican Candidates Fail to Name Specific Cuts
The Republican presidential candidates fall short on the specifics of fiscal consolidation.
Huntsman Cautions Against Tariffs, Fears Trade War
America’s former ambassador to China rejected tariffs as pandering and warned it could instigate a race to the bottom.
F-35 Not Expected to Enter Service Until 2018
The Air Force doesn’t expect to fly the fifth-generation fighter jet for another seven years.
Highway to the Danger Zone: War Against Iran
How would an Israeli attack against Iran’s suspected nuclear facilities play out? There are great risk for the United States.
Obama’s Swing State Challenge
The 2012 election will be decided in twelve battleground states. President Barack Obama struggles in all of them.
Making Poverty Permanent
The Census Bureau’s new system of measuring income inequality makes poverty statistically permanent in America.
Berlusconi to Resign? Be Careful What You Wish For
The besieged prime minister could leave Rome in turmoil if he leaves Italian politics.
War Talk Heats Up Between Israel and Iran
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu lobbies his cabinet for a preemptive strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
More Tax Increases in France to Balance Budget
The conservative prime minister, François Fillon, unveils another €7 billion worth of austerity measures.
Waiting for Turkish Action in Syria
Can Turkey save the Arab Spring in Syria by enforcing a buffer zone in the north of the country?