The rapid fall of the Iranian currency is not evidence that international sanctions are having their desired effect.

The row between Beijing and Tokyo over a disputed island chain could encourage Japan to reconsider where it puts its money, but its options are limited.

Paris is committed to maintaining its historical ties with Beirut for economic, political and strategic reasons.

The response from surrounding countries may lead to just the opposite of what China wishes.

The EU, the United States and Iran are equally interested in negotiating since no one is willing to escalate the conflict.

The two rising Latin American powers will remain natural competitors.

Protests, which are taking place across the entire Eastern Hemisphere, represent politics in its most primitive form.

Russia will use its energy not to become an East Asian power, but rather for strategic influence in the region.

A number of incidents, including insider attacks, are creating an environment beneficial to the Taliban.

A statement calling Egypt's Islamist government neither an ally nor enemy of the United States indicates the Obama administration is uncertain about Cairo's intentions.