Differences between the candidates are less significant than they appear.
The fallout from events in Syria will reach far beyond the fate of the al Assad regime.
China cannot assert its historical maritime claims while simultaneously pursuing a non-confrontational foreign policy.
This is a good time to consider the regional implications should Syria return to Sunni hands.
Iran's response to sanctions suggests they are likely a sideshow to a more serious negotiation.
Syria's downing of a Turkish military aircraft has created an unexpected dynamic for Putin's visit to Israel.
Elections in Greece and France may be further dividing the Continent.
The question of who will be allowed to take on debt, and under what conditions, will determine Europe's future.
