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The Implications of a Partial U.N. Relocation From Afghanistan
November 6, 2009 0346 GMT
The United Nations has announced the relocaton of about 600 employees working in Afghanistan, [more]
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China, the U.S. and Global Trade Tensions
November 5, 2009 0221 GMT
At the heart of China's decision to restrict exports of nine key raw materials is its domestic policy -- keeping the peace at home. [more]
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The Lisbon Treaty's Geopolitical Context
November 4, 2009 0255 GMT
The Lisbon Treaty is designed to make Europe a coherent power. This could have global repercussions -- if it works. [more]
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A U.S.-Israeli Convergence
November 3, 2009 0355 GMT
The United States and Israel have eliminated nearly all daylight between their positions on both settlements and Iran, and have sent a message to Tehran. [more]
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Deadlock and Decisions on the Iran Issue
November 2, 2009 0255 GMT
Decisions must be made to break the deadlock in talks over Iran's nuclear ambitions. [more]
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Turning an Economic Corner
October 30, 2009 0236 GMT
With the help of stimulus programs, U.S. growth turned sharply up in the third quarter. [more]
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A Diplomatic Tumult
October 29, 2009 0141 GMT
With U.S. and Israeli officials in Russia, and signs that the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve may be tapped, the future of the Iran negotiations looks increasingly uncertain. [more]
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The Wait for a Decision on Afghanistan
October 28, 2009 0154 GMT
A U.S. Foreign Service officer resigned because he lost sight of the reasons for the war in Afghanistan -- a war for which U.S. President Barack Obama has yet to settle on a strategy. [more]
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Hatoyama's Debut and Japanese Foreign Policy
October 27, 2009 0235 GMT
The new Japanese prime minister's address to the parliament gave hints on what may change -- and stay the same -- under a DPJ-led government. [more]
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The Latest Attacks in Baghdad
October 26, 2009 0152 GMT
Twin bombings in Baghdad illustrated the limitations of the U.S. strategy in Iraq. The U.S. strategy for Afghanistan is likely to be even more problematic. [more]
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Biden Rallies Central Europe
October 23, 2009 0103 GMT
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden did more than simply reassure Central European countries of American support in a speech on Thursday in Bucharest. [more]
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Serbia: Russia's Eyes on the Balkans
October 21, 2009 2327 GMT
Moscow's agreement to set up a humanitarian center in Nis, Serbia, could be about giving Russia a foothold in West-friendly territory. [more]
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Political Fractures and Geographic Realities in Afghanistan
October 21, 2009 1725 GMT
A RUN-OFF ELECTION is set for Nov. 7 in Afghanistan, after the Independent Election Commission... [more]
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In South Asia, Cross-Border Links and an Election Dilemma
October 20, 2009 0309 GMT
Both Islamabad and Kabul are finding out that their neighbor across the border can hold events hostage, and a disputed election looms over U.S. strategy decisions. [more]
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A Tumultuous Week Ahead for the Iran Issue
October 19, 2009 0156 GMT
The next week will be a tense one for Israel, the United States and Iran. [more]
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Pakistan and the Kerry-Lugar Bill: Aid, or an Affront to an Alliance?
October 16, 2009 0017 GMT
On the same day Pakistan suffered a series of militant attacks, U.S. President Barack Obama signed the Kerry-Lugar bill -- legislation that increases American aid to Pakistan. But the reaction from Islamabad is less than welcoming to the American gesture. [more]
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Russia's Message on Reshaping Its Nuclear Doctrine
October 15, 2009 0032 GMT
Buried beneath Russia's announcement of a new, pre-emptive nuclear doctrine is a political message to the West. [more]
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Russia Gauges China's Position
October 14, 2009 0156 GMT
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's visit to China is about evaluating Beijing's stance in the escalating U.S.-Russian standoff. [more]
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An Independent Israeli Foreign Policy?
October 13, 2009 0205 GMT
A planned trip by Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak to Poland and the Czech Republic might indicate the first stirrings of an independent line for Israel. [more]
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The Significance of a Hostage Crisis in Pakistan
October 12, 2009 0453 GMT
A brazen attack on the Pakistani army headquarters underscores the need for Islamabad to take on an enemy much closer than the Taliban. [more]
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