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Why many Iranian-Americans are wary of Tehran, and vice versaIranian-Americans have long kept a low political profile in America but, as US-Iran tensions escalate, that is changing. They are worried not only about war, but also about possible reprisals against them from Iran.- August surprise? Iran could have fuel for bomb before US election, study says.Iran could have 85 kg of low-enriched uranium by June, the report says. If Iran is willing to take a 'break-out' step, that quantity could be converted into enough weapons-grade uranium to fuel a nuclear bomb by late August.
UN intervention in Syria: What is Russia's tipping point?Russia continues to oppose any United Nations intervention in Syria, even as violence escalates. But Russia might be persuaded to act if the Assad regime looks certain to fall, experts say.
Iran offers nuclear talks. Why the West may prefer to wait.While the West is insisting Iran demonstrate its seriousness this time, experts do expect a new round of nuclear talks. Some say starting them too soon could send the wrong message.
Regime change: How fear of Iran nukes, and campaign politics, revived the callA tough-talking debate over pursuing regime change is all the rage again, this time focused on Iran. But proponents say they prefer economic sanctions to military force as the main lever.聽
Myanmar breakthrough: Does it validate Obama policy of engaging adversaries?The US announced it was restoring diplomatic ties with Myanmar, and some US officials credited Obama's policy of engagement with helping to bring one of the world's pariah states in from the cold.
Group blasts J. Lo and her ride, citing Fiat business dealings with IranJennifer Lopez is under fire over her TV ad for Fiat. An anti-Iran group is asking her to renounce her endorsement of Fiat cars if the company does not end its sales to Iran. No word yet from J. Lo.
US-Taliban talks: What are the prospects for success?Preliminary US-Taliban talks could resume within weeks, although they must first receive the blessing of Afghan President Hamid Karzai. He has run hot and cold on such talks in the past.
US drone strikes again. Is Pakistan's military angling for a favor?Outwardly, US-Pakistan relations still look tense. But with Tuesday's US drone strike into Pakistan, ending a hiatus of nearly two months, some experts see some resumed cooperation 鈥� and say Pakistan's military may have good reason.
Syria violence accelerates, UN responds with go-slow approachA UN official says the Syrian government has ramped up attacks on protesters since Arab League monitors arrived. But the UN Security Council will wait at least a week to consider action.聽
Why US support for sacked Pakistan ambassador is a double-edged swordAmericans have voiced support for Pakistan's former Washington ambassador, under virtual house arrest following the 'memo-gate' scandal. But the atmosphere is so poisonous, the words may do more harm than good.
Underground Iran nuclear enrichment makes diplomatic path suddenly rockierThe nuclear enrichment at a once-secret underground facility in Iran, confirmed Monday by the UN, is seen as both an argument to resume negotiations and an obstacle to their resumption.- Ahmadinejad's Latin America trip kicks sand in US eyes, but is it threatening?Iran's President Ahmadinejad begins a tour of anti-American capitals in Latin America in Caracas, Venezuela, Sunday. The trip seeks to counter perceptions of Iran's isolation over its nuclear program.
Arab League signals mounting frustration with SyriaThe Arab League will hold an emergency meeting Saturday to decide whether to pull its monitors from Syria amid continued violence. If the Arab League recalls its monitors, international pressure on Syria would mount.
Iran currency plummets: A sign US sanctions are taking hold?The value of Iran's currency fell 10 percent Monday following President Obama signing new sanctions against Iran's central bank Saturday. Europe is also considering a ban on Iranian oil.聽
Why US won't be center stage in new Israeli-Palestinian talksA new round of Palestinian-Israeli talks is set to start Tuesday, and there are three main reasons why the US won't be playing the central role it often does in such negotiations.