December 13, 2011 Archives

Strategic Challenges In The New Middle East

The shifts across the Arab world and implications for U.S.-Israeli security.

The Syrian Regime Has Reached The Point Of No Return

Hassan Mneimneh discusses the key actors in the Syrian uprising, the likelihood of Western involvement, and the future of the Syrian regime.

Rival Tribes Exchange Gunfire South Of Tripoli

Rival militias exchanged gunfire in Wamis during the latest flare up in tribal violence in Libya.

UN Rights Chief Says 5,000 Dead In Syria

U.N. rights chief Navi Pillay says more than 5,000 have died in the nine-month-long Syrian conflict. But Syria's UN ambassador, said Pillay's information was based entirely on the testimonies of defectors and was therefore unreliable.

Russians Protest Against Political Corruption

A video posted online showing an old fashioned vote rigging method used in recent parliamentary elections galvanized Russians to protest against political corruption.

Obama Asks Iran To Return Downed Drone

The White House has asked the Iranian government for the drone that was downed in their country as military officials claim they have retrieved the data necessary to reproduce the aircraft.

Clinton, UK Foreign Minister Discuss Euro Crisis

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton held talks in Washington Monday with Britain's Foreign Secretary William Hague, discussing among other issues the eurozone crisis and the response of British Prime Minister David Cameron.

Eurozone Pact Fails To Restore Confidence

European financial markets have delivered a firm thumbs down to a landmark European Union deal to deepen economic integration.

Dick Cheney Chats U.S. Politics And Policy

Former Vice-President Dick Cheney discusses the end of the Iraq War and the possibilities of a new war with Iran, and critiques the Obama administration.

Russia Told To Clean Up Its Act By OECD

Russia is being warned that the country's future economic growth is likely to be hampered by a poor business environment, a lack of investment in innovation and heavy dependence on oil and gas sales.

Cameron Defends Euro Decision Before Parliament

Stock sell-offs were widespread Monday after markets had a weekend to ponder Europe's new fiscal deal and the U.K.'s rejection of it.

What Is Future Of U.S., Iraqi Relations

A look inside final days of military presence.

Grading Obama On Iraq Drawdown Plans

A panel weighs in on the handling of the American withdrawal from Iraq.

The Chinese Navy's Possible Port Of Call In The Seychelles

Rodger Baker discusses the Chinese dilemma over the use of a port in the Seychelles.

Burning Bridge: Russia's Longest Span Ablaze

A giant bridge under construction in Russia’s Far East has caught fire due to safety violations during welding. Fortunately, the steel cable stays and reinforcements have not been affected and the bridge will be finished on time.

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