Topic: Angela Merkel

Iran's leader says Western agents not to blame, after all

Ayatollah Khamenei, Iran's most powerful man, says he's not convinced by show trials that June election protesters are tools of foreign powers.

Skepticism over 'breakthrough' Middle East peace plan

London report of Israeli-Palestinian plan linked to Iran sanctions disputed by European experts.

Ted Kennedy tributes: World remembers 'Lion of the Senate'

The longtime Democratic senator from Massachusetts will be mourned on 'every continent,' said British Prime Minister Gordon Brown on Wednesday.

Settlement issue looms over Netanyahu's Europe trip

Israeli Prime Minister Bejamin Netanyahu begins a four-day trip to Europe on Monday. In London on Wednesday, he'll discuss how to fast-track the peace process with US Middle East envoy George Mitchell.

One million electric cars by 2020, says German government

Program draws on $705 million set aside in an economic stimulus package earlier this year but leaves many financing details up to the next government.

What makes this Bastille Day different?

A resurgence of Firemen's Balls, and spotlights on Sarkozy, Johnny Hallyday, and Indian troops.

G-8 as climate change forum: baby steps

Leaders agreed that warming must be stopped, but few specifics were reached on how to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions.

As G-8 convenes in Italy, tough questions of economic stimulus and climate change

The nations meeting in earthquake-devastated L'Aquila are also likely to consider what actions to take on Iran, North Korea.

G-8 agrees economy is bad, but differs on what to do

World leaders can't agree on whether to tackle debt or recession first, look ahead to G-20 meeting in September.

One president for 27 nations: Can Tony Blair lead Europe?

Britain's former prime minister is poised to be the first-ever president of the European Union – a notion that's causing some unease on the continent.

After Iran's election, what happens to Obama's engagement policy?

Some are criticizing the president's determination to engage Iran on its nuclear program amid a brutal government crackdown in the aftermath of what many say is massive election fraud.

Obama is Mr. Popular around the globe

A new survey finds President Obama enjoys an international approval rating of 61 percent, proving he isn’t just an American favorite.

Obama on Michael Jackson - why no official statement?

Obama: Bloodshed in Iran affects prospects for US dialogue

He dismisses Ahmadinejad's accusation that US meddled in Iranian politics and must apologize.

Merkel and Obama don't always see eye to eye

The German chancellor, who visits the White House Friday, has criticized Obama's fiscal policies and refused to substantially increase troop levels in Afghanistan.

View from Europe: Obama tough enough on Iran

If US president is too supportive of protests, he turns them into a 'Western plot,' say analysts.

France: liberty, equality, and fraternity – but no burqas

After Sarkozy's speech, France divided over prospect of ban.

Message to Zimbabwean prime minister: aid is linked to improved human rights

On visits to the US, Europe, and Scandinavia, Morgan Tsvangirai asks for more aid – and says progress is being made.

Obama's spending plans may pose political risks

Will adding $9 trillion to the deficit become a political liability for Democrats in 2010 midterm elections?

Impasse with China erodes Dalai Lama's patience

On his recent European tour, Tibet's exiled leader preached compassion, but expressed frustration over 'lies and hypocrisy' from Beijing

Conservatives gain in European parliament vote

A record low turnout of only 43 percent of 375 million eligible voters pointed to skepticism about a more integrated Europe.

In Mideast and Europe, Obama debuts 'global populism'

The American president took his case straight to the people on his trip this week, spending limited time with the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Germany, and France.

In Dresden and Nazi camp, Obama highlights capacity for reconstruction

The president visits the city that bore some of World War II’s heaviest damage, as well as the death camp.

The Monitor's View: Reframing the jobs picture

Higher unemployment but slower layoffs hints at a need for Washington to switch from rescuer to reformer.

Bernanke: Exit strategy could take five years