The forthcoming ruling coalition likely will focus on domestic issues.

The underlying factors leading to instability in Kyrgyzstan mean small protests can grow into threats to stability.

With domestic security forces striking, the military will have to deal with protesters directly.

The country's rugged terrain has allowed Afghans to resist more powerful forces for centuries.

Recent bureaucratic changes are part of a broader strategy to reflect changes in Beijing's priorities.

This map shows the approximate locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups and Amphibious Ready Groups.

After elections, the new government will need to balance mining sector development with concerns over social cohesion.

The interim president lacks Hugo Chavez's charisma but not some of his political tools.

Violence in Reynosa reflects divisions within the Gulf cartel.

Hamid Karzai is hoping to strengthen his reputation as a nationalist and undermine U.S.-Taliban negotiations.