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In Turkey's ancient capital, developers put profits before preservationA corruption investigation rocking Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan has revealed Istanbul's urban heritage as a victim of rapid development that enriched political insiders.
Syria: What 鈥� and who 鈥� it will take to end the warThe Geneva II peace talks on Syria set to begin next week should lay the groundwork for a diplomatic deal to end the country's three-year civil war. In spite of differences,聽Russian, US, and Iranian strategic interests can align, but Iran must be allowed to play a role in negotiations.
Maliki calls for world's help as bombs rock IraqToday's bombings come on top of ongoing violence in Iraq's Anbar Province, where Al Qaeda-linked fighters have tried to take over cities.
Israeli defense minister slams John Kerry for 'messianic' pursuit of peace dealMoshe Yaalon peels back the curtain.聽
Al Qaeda resurgence in Iraq: why Pentagon sees a silver liningBefore Al Qaeda elements seized the city of Fallujah, Iraq, on Jan. 1, they had stayed mostly in the shadows. Coming into the open will make them easier to handle, some experts say.
In Philippines, family politics muddy post-typhoon rebuildReconstruction aid is arriving in Tacloban but its mayor is sparring with Philippine President Benigno Aquino. Both are scions of rival political families.
OpinionCentral African Republic needs UN peacekeepers nowThe UN must work to prevent the escalation of violence and preserve what progress has been made in the Central African Republic. With key support from the US, the Security Council should increase its efforts to deploy a better equipped, larger UN peacekeeping mission to CAR.
Turkey cracks down on charity suspected of arming Al Qaeda affiliates in SyriaTurkey was an early supporter of Syria's rebellion, keeping its border open for refugees and aid, but has became wary of jihadi groups operating on its turf.
NSA snooping didn't make America much safer, report saysPresident Obama has said controversial NSA data-collection programs helped America avert dozens of threats. But the data suggest the programs' impact was minimal, a report says.
How inept is Afghanistan's government?Stunningly so.聽
More wishful thinking on SyriaPeace talks to end Syria's civil war promise to be at least as irrelevant as previous editions.
What Syrian rebel infighting means for AssadThe Syrian rebels' battle against Al Qaeda-linked ISIS has distracted them from their fight against the regime. But when the rebels refocus on Assad, they could be stronger than ever.聽
Iran nuclear deal: It's the hurdles, not the pact, that matterThe agreement reached Sunday between Iran and world powers merely formalizes the November Geneva accord. But it's notable that they defied fierce US congressional opposition.聽
Bangkok shutdown: Thai protesters vow to occupy Bangkok for the 'long haul'Bangkok shutdown: Tens of thousands of anti-government protesters thronged Bangkok today. Police kept a low profile and the head of the army denied a coup is in the works.聽
Israelis pay last respects to Sharon as Biden expected at funeral serviceAriel Sharon, a soldier-turned-statesman, passed away Saturday. Israelis lined up Sunday to see his coffin, which lies outside the parliament.聽
FocusFive overlooked costs of the NSA surveillance flapPotential fallout from revelations about the NSA's aggressive surveillance activities could be far-reaching, including billions in lost business for American tech giants. What other less-obvious consequences for the cyber realm?- Cyber-security: Small satellite dish systems called ripe for hackingThe small dish systems, VSATs, transmit often-sensitive data from far-flung locations for critical industries. A cyber-security report found thousands with 'their digital front doors wide open.'
US adds two Libya groups to 'terrorist' list, citing roles in Benghazi attacksTwo Libyan groups and their leaders have been added to the US terrorist list, the State Department said Friday. The groups were involved in the Sept. 11, 2012, attacks on US compounds in Benghazi, it has concluded, 16 months after the deadly incident.
The myth of Iraq's squandered stabilityThe finger-pointing in the US over who "lost" Iraq ignores an important reality: It was never won.
Ample aid for Philippine typhoon survivors?Emergency relief aid poured in immediately after Typhoon Haiyan hit the Philippines. But as the UN turns to long-term recovery, there is little money floating around.聽
