Topic: Iran-Contra Affair

Slain American's legacy continues in Nicaragua

Ben Linder, the only US citizen killed by US-backed contras during Nicaragua’s war in the 1980s, continues to inspire a new generation of foreign activists working with the country's poor.

Ex-CIA spy: History of failed negotiations shows Iran won't deal

President Obama errs in pushing nuclear negotiation, writes this ex-CIA spy in Iran's Revolutionary Guard. Four US presidents tried and failed. The problem lies in Iran's fanatic ideology. Biting sanctions and US overt support for the Iranian people will bring real change.

Was Newt Gingrich really all that close to Ronald Reagan?

In GOP debates, Newt Gingrich has mentioned Ronald Reagan more than all the other candidates combined. A pro-Romney ad accuses the ex-speaker of exaggerating his relationship.

Ronald Reagan at 100: How America's 40th president passed a key test of character

Ronald Reagan wasn't perfect. He even lied to the American public. But I saw first hand how his commitment to integrity restored his presidency and helped him become the transformational leader America needed to win the cold war.

Iran's steady anti-Western stance

Relic of Iran Contra scandal now a hip eatery

In Costa Rica, a plane purchased by Nicaraguan Contras with money from the US has been transformed into a popular restaurant and bar.

Why is Iran still holding US hikers?

One year after arresting them on the Iran-Iraq border, Tehran may seek an opportunistic swap.

Forget Obama, we're hoping to see Gossip Boys

At the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner -- the "nerd prom" -- Hollywood celebrities mix with the politically powerful.

Obama's Middle East peace lesson

Jordan's King Hussein worked for peace for decades. His insight is key.

Obama's Mideast envoy George Mitchell brings patience, resolve

In Northern Ireland, he 'failed' 700 times but ultimately secured a deal in 1998 after decades of hatred and violence.

Pentagon disputes reports of 90 Afghan civilians killed in US airstrike

Officials say only five civilians died in last week's attack, but UN, Afghanistan say 60 children died in the strike.