The launch caught many observers off guard.

The junta in Bamako, hoping to avoid being swept aside, overthrew the prime minister Dec. 11.

These munitions are effective negotiation tools.

Rwanda's proxy strategy in the Congo has created splits in groups like M23.

The chemical weapons threat may help Moscow regain influence in a post-al Assad Syria.

The armed forces have shown the public that they are the ultimate authority.

Al Qaeda or its allies may have organized the attempt on a high-profile Malian army colonel's life.

A regime official's reported departure may be a means of negotiating al Assad's exit.

This map shows the approximate locations of U.S. Carrier Strike Groups and Amphibious Ready Groups.

Moscow is planning to strengthen military and economic partnerships with its key former Soviet satellites.