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North Korean 'drone' recovered in South after exchange of artillery fireNorth Korea fired missiles into disputed waters Monday, raising tensions on the peninsular. The discovery of a suspected North Korean drone points to increased surveillance in the area.聽
When Pollard comes up, it's a sign Israeli-Palestinian peace talks have derailedObama's push for an Israeli-Palestinian peace deal is well into its second year. Actual progress so far? None. John Kerry is unlikely to change that.
Kerry in emergency trip to Mideast. Can peace talks be salvaged?Israel is refusing to release a promised fourth group of Palestinian prisoners. With all sides digging in their heels, even Kerry's scaled-back goal of a 'framework agreement' seems out of reach.
North, South Koreas exchange live fire across disputed maritime borderNorth Korea initiated today's exchange of artillery shells, firing into waters claimed by South Korea and prompting a response from the South amid ongoing US-South Korean war games.
Three reasons Putin will march into eastern Ukraine. And three he won鈥檛.Putin and Obama agreed Friday to seek a 'diplomatic path' to resolve the crisis. But what Putin intends is unclear. Here are reasons for and against his sending forces into eastern Ukraine.
Why Saudi frustration with Obama might be a good thingSaudi Arabia is unhappy that the US won't do its bidding over Syria, and that it didn't back Egypt's Hosni Mubarak during mass street protests against his rule. Should Obama care?
War, brotherhood, and the Ode to Joy in OdessaStorm clouds continue to gather over Ukraine. A moment of great beauty tries to hold back the tide.
Saudi Arabia woos Pakistan with $1.5 billion grant. Why now?As US president Barack Obama looks to mend ties with Saudi Arabia in Riyadh today, the Saudis hope to shore up regional support. Their $1.5 billion gift has raised suspicions among Pakistanis.聽
Does Kerry still see stirrings of democracy in Egypt?After mass death sentences, and Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's announcement he is running for president, the 'democratization' the US is hoping for seems a long way off.
Russia accuses West of 'shameless blackmail' in UN vote on UkraineThe UN General Assembly resolution, which passed Thursday, called on countries not to interfere in Ukraine's national unity and territorial integrity.
Why Obama could get a rough reception from Saudi Arabia's King AbdullahPresident Obama meets with King Abdullah in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Friday. The list of Saudi concerns is long, including Syria, Iran, the US commitment to fighting Al Qaeda, and more, analysts say.
Turkey bans YouTube as Syrian incursion plan is exposedTurkey has tried to stay out of the Syrian war, but a leaked recording shows officials planning a limited action. The government has blocked YouTube to halt the spread of the recording.
Global ViewpointRobert Kaplan: The center of military power in the world is moving to AsiaIn an interview, Robert Kaplan says: 'The United States can preserve the peace [in the Asia Pacific] by seeking not domination, but a favorable balance of power with China. It must at some level allow China its rightful place in the Western Pacific.'
Despite Crimea, few in Europe want to boost defense spendingThe US has repeatedly urged Europe to boost its contributions to NATO. Now concern is growing about NATO's capabilities as it faces its biggest crisis since cold war days.- Nigeria: World of Boko Haram mirrors 'To Live and Die in LA'A spirit of nihilism in Nigeria's north country ramps up even as corruption in the capitol seems more pronounced and problematic.
Obama: Belligerent Russia poses 'testing' moment for Europe, USObama, in Brussels, warns Russia of further isolation if it 'stays on course' in Ukraine, but precludes Western use of military force. His speech urges defense of the post-World War II 'architecture of peace.'
Syria rebels advance in Latakia, establish first coastal toe-holdSyrian rebel advances into Latakia, a bastion of support for Bashar al-Assad, prompted a furious government response and fears among religious minorities.
North Korea flaunts ballistic missiles as Japan and South Korea meetNorth Korea launched two mid-range ballistic missiles off its eastern coast as Japan and South Korea took a first step toward mending strained ties.
At nuclear summit, Obama calls for global 鈥榓rchitecture鈥� to secure materialsThe summit, which wrapped up Tuesday in The Hague, featured a number of announcements by countries, including Japan, taking steps to reduce or eliminate their supplies of nuclear materials.
Syrian rebels tout a fighting force the US can work withThe Syrian opposition says it finally has a rebel group that rejects extremism, welcomes a diplomatic solution, and can win a fight. Now, where are its weapons?
