Global Affairs

Emotion often clouds analysis of Africa, and the latest bout of optimism centers on its economic growth rates.

Jun 20, 2012 | 04:00 GMT

World peace is preserved daily out of sight and over the horizon, with U.S. warships patrolling the high seas.

Jun 13, 2012 | 03:59 GMT

Greece's economic and political development show traces of a legacy not wholly in the modern West.

Jun 6, 2012 | 04:00 GMT FREE

The current communist dictatorship may be the most benign Chinese leaders Americans will see in their lifetime.

May 30, 2012 | 04:02 GMT FREE

Russia is trying to take advantage of Europe's financial upheaval wherever it can.

May 23, 2012 | 04:00 GMT

The Saudis know that the American split with Iran cannot go on forever.

May 16, 2012 | 04:00 GMT

The loss of its core purpose immeasurably weakened NATO, but the alliance is still useful.

May 9, 2012 | 03:58 GMT FREE

The United States must consider the security of every country in the Gulf when thinking about how to deal with Iran.

May 2, 2012 | 04:01 GMT

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