Topic: Czech Republic

European missile shield not set in stone, Pentagon says

The head of the Missile Defense Agency suggests the plans could be altered, echoing President Obama's desire to compromise with Russia.

Will Nabucco pipeline deal free Europe from Russian gas?

The EU and Turkey signed a $11 billion gas pipeline deal that should give Europe more supply options.

Obama, Medvedev cite strong start in 'resetting' relations

From arms control to Afghanistan, analysts say the deals brokered by Obama and Medvedev could profoundly reshape global security.

US, Russia deal would cut nukes to post-cold-war lows

Obama and Russian President Medvedev on Monday outlined reductions in strategic warheads and launch vehicles.

Obama's visit to Russia stirs hope for a renewed partnership

Since President Obama took office, twice as many Russians report 'positive attitudes' toward the US. But skepticism continues to dominate ties between Washington and the Kremlin.

Will Obama trade missile defense curbs for Russian arms cuts?

His administration isn't that interested in a missile shield in Europe, but seems unlikely to concede it in upcoming talks.

US rejoins UN’s human rights forum

Bush had shunned it as an ineffective dictators' club. Obama's team pledges to work from within to 'improve' it.

Belarus and Moldova invited into EU? Europe ponders countering 'resurgent' Russia

At Prague summit today, EU leaders seek stronger ties with six former Soviet republics.

Opinion: The next global economic shock?

Western Europe's banks are too indebted to export-hit Asia and Eastern Europe.

North Korea missile: punishment up to US

Security Council's struggle to respond to Sunday's rocket launch also portends challenges for Obama's nonproliferation goals with Iran.

Obama lays out steps for a nuclear free world

In Prague speech Sunday, the US president talked about Iran, North Korea, Russia, and how to stop the spread of nuclear weapons.

Opinion: Don't be naive about Russia's real aims

At G-20, leaders look to save economy – and their own jobs

The global crisis has led to political upheaval in many countries, unseating three prime ministers in Europe alone.

On European trip, rock-star Obama faces skeptical allies

While he is popular, American policies are not. He will be hard-pressed to win concessions on his plans for the economy or Afghanistan.

The Monitor's View: Obama's foreign-policy credo: listen and lead

In this century, American presidents will have to listen more than they’re used to.

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Upheaval in Prague: Czech government collapses

Ahead of a visit by President Obama, Czechs scramble to get their house in order.

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Some in Eastern Europe ask: What economic crisis?

Ahead of G-20 summit, Czech and Polish leaders say their banks have no toxic debt and auto factories are humming.

Global crisis aside, foreign carmakers flock to Russia

No ‘Rust Belt’ in sight at Russia’s ‘Little Detroit.’

The Monitor's View: Thawing out 'Cold War II'

As the US seeks to 'reset' ties with Russia, it must not expect a complete reboot.

EU summit pledges help – but offers no more money – for struggling East

Eastern Europe’s fall puts Continent on edge

Latvia’s collapse and the sinking East is hurting Western banks, and the ideals of unity.

There's no place like home

A born world traveler realizes that motion does not always equal growth.