Topic: International Institute for Strategic Studies
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Europeans set low expectations for Iran talks
Historic negotiations set for Oct. 1 will showcase an emboldeneded Tehran angling to buy more time to develop its nuclear capabilities, European analysts say.
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Short-lived cease-fire with Taliban dims prospects for broader deals
Soon after Kabul announced a truce in northern Badghis Province Monday, clashes erupted between insurgents and police.
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Global News Blog
US offensive in Afghanistan targets Taliban strongholdIn Helmand Province, poppy cultivation funds insurgent activities. As the operation began, the US military announced a US soldier had been captured in another province.
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Terrorism & Security
Iran releases five British embassy employeesFour Iranian employees remain in custody. Iran insists that Britain was involved in organizing the mass protests that have taken place since the presidential election.
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As US pulls back in Iraq, lost urban footholds
Combat outposts – some 75 small bases credited with playing a crucial role in turning the tide of the war – are being shut down.
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Bright Green
Satellite collision highlights space-junk threatThe collision between a US and Russian satellite some 500 miles above Siberia has raised concerns about the threat posed by orbital garbage.
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Terrorism & Security
North Korea claims to be restarting nuclear reactorThe Yongbyon reactor could be operational again within a year.
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U.S.-Iran regional power plays shift
Iran's 'axis of resistance' may seem ascendant, but new chances for peace could redefine game in US's favor.
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The Monitor's View: A critical mess over Iran
Obama and McCain say Iran must not get the bomb. They should read a new UN report.
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At E.U. summit, climate change billed as major security risk
EU foreign affairs chief Javier Solana warns in a new report that detrimental climatic changes could drive millions of migrants to Europe from developing countries.
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At E.U. summit, climate change billed as major security risk
EU foreign affairs chief Javier Solana warns in a new report that detrimental climatic changes could drive millions of migrants to Europe from developing countries.
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Musharraf argues case in Europe
The president cast himself as Pakistan's best bet for stability in a nine-day visit.
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As violence ebbs, the next hurdle for Iraq is political progress
Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has vowed to capitalize on security gains to revive the political process in the coming year.
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