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A UN success story: Libya's seat turned over to interim government

The Security Council followed with a unanimous vote to ease sanctions on Libya and establish a post-conflict mission as the UN prepared to celebrate Libya as something it got right.
In Paris, US seeks to secure its spot among Libya's new best friends

When it comes time to rebuild Libya after Qaddafi, the US will be looking for its share of contracts. Despite its backseat role in the NATO campaign, the US can expect a good spot on the friends list.
Russian spies case: There goes the 'reset' of US-Russia relations?

Actually, there could be limited fallout from the Russian spies case, some international experts say. For the most part, however, the ball is in Russia's court now.
Has BP oil spill damaged the US-UK 'special relationship'?

Some British officials complain about harsh criticism of the company formerly known as ‘British Petroleum.' Obama and Prime Minister David Cameron will try to smooth US-UK ties when they discuss the BP oil spill – among other topics – this weekend.
Clock ticking as Copenhagen global climate change summit begins

The Copenhagen global climate change summit began Monday with new urgency for a deal, and eyes on China and the US.
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.