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While Greece attempts to prove to its European partners that it can make debt payments, EU finance ministers continue to vacillate on the subject of Greek support. [more]

The following is an internal STRATFOR document produced to provide high-level guidance to our analysts. [more]

Russia wants to form an understanding with Germany, France, Turkey and Poland to prevent these regional forces from interfering with its plans in the former Soviet sphere. (With STRATFOR interactive graphic) [more]

Russia wants to consolidate its control over key Eurasian states -- but how far is it willing and able to go? (With STRATFOR map and interactive graphic) [more]

Anti-piracy operations off the coast of Somalia are turning to offensive tactics -- targeting pirates' "mother ships" -- instead of remaining on the defensive. [more]

The following is an internal STRATFOR document produced to provide high-level guidance to our analysts. [more]

Monday's meeting between the presidents of France and Russia reinforced several truths about the geopolitics of the two countries. [more]

Union activity in Germany and France threatens to complicate any potential bailout for Greece or other troubled eurozone economies. [more]

STRATFOR looks at the aftermath of the highly anticipated anniversary of the Islamic Revolution and the EU Summit. [more]

The economic situation in Athens is likely to be at the center of the ongoing EU summit, but how far the European Union is willing to outstretch its hand to Greece remains a question. (With STRATFOR interactive graphic) [more]

While Iran juggles foreign and domestic policy issues, Germany attempts to escape its past. [more]

In Greece and Portugal, investors are asking higher prices than ever to insure government debt. (With STRATFOR interactive table) [more]

Proposals for a burqa ban are multiplying across Europe. [more]

Angola will be watching French President Nicolas Sarkozy's visit to Rwanda, the first visit by a French president to Kigali since 1994. [more]

As Iran's nuclear program deadline approaches, Japan presents an option the P-5+1 might consider. [more]

As Iran's nuclear program deadline approaches, China's involvement comes under scrutiny. [more]

The following is an internal STRATFOR document produced to provide high-level guidance to our analysts. [more]

The creation of three new financial regulatory agencies could be an important step in preparing the European Union to address future financial problems. [more]