Topic: Jaap de Hoop Scheffer

Obama, the pragmatist, wins NATO kudos but few troops for Afghan mission

The US president got a ringing endorsement of his new Afghanistan strategy – but only 3,000 new, mostly non-combat troops.

Obama woos Europe on Afghanistan

In Strasbourg, the US president cast the war as an international – not just American – problem.

Clinton pushes NATO allies for united strategy on Afghanistan

The Secretary of State also calls for a 'fresh start' with Russia.

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Why Georgia is not start of 'Cold War II'

Despite tensions over missile deals and NATO expansion, the West's ties with Russia are far more nuanced than in Soviet days.

Crises cast doubt on Bush's strategy

He's emphasized personal relationships with leaders such as Putin and Musharraf.

U.S., Europe gulf opens at NATO summit

European objections keep Georgia, Ukraine off membership track, but US plans for missile-defense program in Europe gets an endorsement.

NATO divided over Ukraine, Georgia membership bids

Ahead of a major summit April 2-4, Germany is leading the opposition against their accession.

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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.