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South Sudan Army recaptures key towns. What next for the rebels?Oil-rich Bor is considered a key staging ground for any rebel attack on the capital, Juba. The capture of Bor and Malakal could weaken the rebels' hand at cease-fire talks.
Iran won't be at Syria talks. So what?As a key backer of the Syrian regime, Iran may have leverage over President Assad that few parties can claim. But the UN has revoked its invitation to the Syria peace talks this week.
Alleged Syrian detainee torture photos called a 'smoking gun'Photos that purportedly show the torture and killing of detained opponents of Syria's regime are released on the eve of UN-sponsored peace talks in Geneva.
Iran halts most sensitive nuclear work, triggering US, EU sanctions reliefThe IAEA confirmed that Iran stopped production of uranium enriched to 20 percent, a precursor to negotiations for a final nuclear deal.
Shaky future for US base in OkinawaAn Okinawa mayor won reelection on a platform opposing the construction of a new US base, challenging US-Japan efforts to boost defenses amid China's growing military strength.
Syrian opposition gives UN ultimatum on revoking Iran's peace talks inviteThe UN announced Sunday that it had invited Iran to attend Syria peace talks in Geneva. The unexpected decision could scuttle the long-awaited meeting.
Cyberexperts: a 'lost decade' since 9/11 to address infrastructure threatsTop critical infrastructure cybersecurity experts, who met in Miami this week, cite a surprising number of control systems that are still exposed to hackers.
What does Egypt's 'yes' vote in the constitutional referendum mean?The majority of voters approved the new Egyptian Constitution, but turnout was low and it's not likely to solve many of Egypt's pressing problems.
Piecemeal negotiations with Syria opposition will only increase divisionFor a diplomatic solution in Syria, the international community must engage directly with the myriad opposition groups inside the country. Those groups also need support to start a dialogue among themselves and with the internationally recognized opposition outside of Syria.
Chechnya says Islamic warlord is dead. Does it matter for Sochi?Experts warn that Chechnya's militants can easily find new leadership if the oft-reported death of Doku Umarov, who has threatened attacks on the Olympic Games, is finally true.
What does Bangkok explosion mean for antigovernment protests?Demonstrators have been attempting to 'shut down' Bangkok since Monday. Dozens were injured today as violence escalated after days of relative calm.
How Rouhani triumphed: Iranian election could spell trouble for hard-linersIranians disillusioned by a stolen election were coaxed to turn out for last year's ballot. They elected a centrist president and have reshaped Iran's political map.
Hezbollah on trial for Hariri killing, but what was its motive?Former Lebanon Prime Minister Rafik Hariri was a pragmatist who had been holding secret weekly meetings with Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in the months leading up to his assassination.
Joe McCarthy, Glenn Greenwald, and meThe charge of having unsound views on Edward Snowden.
In Damascus, devastation and normalcy are only 15 minutes apartIn rebel-held areas of Damascus, buildings are in ruins and people go hungry. In regime areas, stores sell imported chocolates and the streets are swept clean.
Bangkok shutdown: Pro-government 'red shirts' await call to actionResidents in pro-government enclaves are glued to their TVs, waiting for their leaders to call for counterprotests against the shutdown movement.
As Hariri tribunal opens, another car bomb rocks LebanonThe trial of Hezbollah members accused of killing former PM Rafik Hariri comes at a fraught time. As prosecution presented evidence in a Dutch courtroom, a car bomb went off in Lebanon.
Are Thailand's antigovernment protests waning?Bangkok protests entered their fourth day as an anti-corruption agency unveiled an investigation into a controversial subsidy program run by Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra.聽
Egypt's constitutional referendum: It's not about democracy any more.Egypt's constitutional referendum, which wraps up today, is taking the country further away from democracy. Many Egyptians seem just fine with that.
Lebanon tribunal makes risky bid to try Hezbollah for Hariri killingBy putting Hezbollah members on the stand, the Special Tribunal for Lebanon, which is investigating former leader Rafik Hariri's assassination, could topple a delicate political balance.
