Clinton Cautions Saudis Against Arming Syrian Rebels
The secretary of state urges Saudi Arabia to support international diplomatic efforts against the Syrian regime.
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Obstacles to Long-Term Presence in Afghanistan
The Afghan government, the insurgents and neighboring states are all stakeholders who could undermine the treaty.
Hope for Afghan Peace Talks After Taliban Walk Out
“Deep breaths, and not hyperventilation, are required here,” an American official said.
Ryan: “We Want to Avoid a Debt Crisis”
The Republican chairman of the House budget committee says his spending plan would levy taxes “in a fairer way.”
What’s in a Name? Semantics and American Disarmament
Despite concerns that America is unilaterally disarming, the domestic weapons industry is not in terminal decline.
America Giveth, North Korea Taketh Away
Less than three weeks after America promised to supply humanitarian aid, North Korea announces a missile launch.
Beyond the Mandate: The Mess That’s Obamacare
There are many practical problems with President Barack Obama’s health reform law.
American Lawmaker Ventures Into Balochistan Quagmire
Sympathy for Pakistan’s Balochs is unlikely to lead to official pressure on Islamabad.
India Should Prefer a Republican President
Historically, Republicans in the White House have been far more beneficial to India’s interests than Democrats.
Three-Way Tie in Republican Primaries Deep South
Neither Newt Gingrich nor Rick Santorum manages to beat Mitt Romney decisively.
Americans Urge Saudi Arabia to Boost Oil Output
The kingdom insists that it will raise production if Iranian oil exports fall.
Shale Gas Boom Could Reinvigorate Rust Belt
Former coal and steel areas in the Northwestern United States could prosper again if there is a shale gas boom.
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.