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Terrorism & Security Russian report says sarin used in Syria – by rebels

The Russian report alleges that the rebels fired a rocket laced with homemade sarin into Aleppo in March.
Ban Ki-moon, UN Security Council slam Israel on settlements

The UN chief and every Security Council member other than the US, which remained silent, denounced on Wednesday Israel's plans to expand its settlements.
Susan Rice's surprise withdrawal saves Obama a fight (+video)

UN ambassador Susan Rice, once perceived as a natural replacement for Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State, has withdrawn her name from the nomination process. It now seems likely that President Obama will pick Senator John Kerry for the role.
UN to end observer mission in Syria

Conditions for possibly extending the United Nations' military observer mission – reduction of violence and no use of heavy weapons – had not been met, France's UN ambassador Gerard Araud announced. The current president of the Security Council said the mandate would end Sunday.
Syria resolution defeated at UN. Does that free up US to act on its own?

For the third time since the crisis began, Russia and China teamed up to defeat a UN Security Council resolution on Syria. The US may now pursue 'action outside of the council.'
Syria: Will the UN Security Council reach consensus?

The U.S. and its allies insist that Syria must face consequences for failing to comply with Kofi Annan's six-point peace plan. But Russia opposes the use of sanctions or force.
Terrorism & Security As Assad talks war, US and UN talk peace

Rapid deterioration of the situation in Syria has given world leaders a sense of urgency, but they seem no closer to finding common ground.
Will Russia discuss Syria? It appears so.

Kofi Annan, international mediator, aims to arrange a meeting to discuss the Syrian conflict. U.S. officials say, "there are still hurdles to be overcome."
Kofi Annan blames peace failure on Syrian government

The former Secretary-General and special envoy to the region said that the country was in danger of civil war.
Terrorism & Security Observers in Syria having an impact, but only 11 on the ground so far (+video)

Another 100 are slated to come in a month. 'Are they coming on horses?' asks an exasperated activist.
One dead, three wounded in separate Damascus attacks Tuesday

A car bomb wounded three early Tuesday near the Old City part of the Syrian capital. Meanwhile, a Syrian agent was found dead in another Damascus neighborhood.
Syria: Opposition protests will test uncertain truce

The opposition plans broad protests tomorrow in an effort to call attention to ongoing abuses in the country.
No rocket launch from North Korea; no signs of backing down, either

The launch window for what North Korea says is an observation satellite opened during a week aimed at celebrating Sunday's centennial of the birth of Kim Il Sung, the country's late founder.
Russia continues arms sales to Syria despite Western protests

Russia has increased its delivery of arms to Syria that critics say are being used against Syrians.
Terrorism & Security Russia: The time for Syrian democratic reforms has come (+video)

Russia's foreign minister is meeting with Assad in Damascus today, just days after Moscow blocked UN action against the regime.
Backchannels After massacre in Syria, Russia and China veto UN resolution

The past 24 hours have been one of the bloodiest of Syria's war, with government forces indiscriminately shelling the restive town of Homs over night. Russia and China were unmoved.
UN council to vote on Syria amid new assault

In an unusual weekend session, European envoys to the UN Security Council said they would vote on a resolution calling for Syrian President Bashar Assad to step down. The move came as more than 200 people reportedly were killed in one of the worst episodes of the uprising.
Terrorism & Security With little to show in Syria, Arab League turns to UN

The Arab League wants to raise Syria's violent crisis at the United Nations – but it faces Russian reluctance.
Syria violence accelerates, UN responds with go-slow approach

A UN official says the Syrian government has ramped up attacks on protesters since Arab League monitors arrived. But the UN Security Council will wait at least a week to consider action.
US-Russia ties: Chill over Syria replaces warmth of Obama's 'reset' policy

Obama once touted improved US ties with Russia as a major achievement. But the contentious wrangle over Syria at the UN is threatening to undo the 'reset.'
12/23/2011 04:43 pm
Terrorism & Security 'A cheap ruse': US slams Russia and China for vetoing UN resolution on Syria

Russia and China's vetoes of a UN resolution against Syria's regime illustrate a stark divide on the role the international community should play in the Arab Spring.
10/05/2011 09:53 am
Why a watered-down UN resolution on Syria may still not pass

The UN Security Council vote could come as early as Tuesday afternoon. The US and European powers support the 'better than nothing' resolution, which contains only the threat of sanctions against Syria.
10/04/2011 02:27 pm
Terrorism & Security Clinton calls for more international action against Syria's Assad

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton sought to bolster America's largely symbolic sanctions. But while Syrian allies such as Russia have lobbied hard for reforms, few appear eager to apply sanctions.
08/12/2011 10:43 am
At UN, few signs of Russia warming to Obama, but nuclear cooperation may improve

Russian President Medvedev made few new concessions in response to the canceling of Russia's Eastern European missile-shield plan. But new ways to cooperate on threats like Iran's nuclear program and instability in Afghanistan are emerging.
09/24/2009 01:00 am
Terrorism & Security UN, US close to imposing sanctions on North Korea

The UN Security Council is close to approving action in response to the North's latest nuclear test. The US also plans separate sanctions for illegal weapons sales and counterfeiting.
06/05/2009 01:00 am