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What is Russia thinking on Syria? A brief guide
As the crisis in Syria collapses into what looks like full-blown civil war, Russia's response stems from a complicated mix of principle, self-interest, mistrust of Western motives, and differing perceptions of the situation.
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In Pictures: Cooling off
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 06/28
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ICC issues Qaddafi warrant: Key prosecutions of world leaders
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Who is Ratko Mladic? Four key questions answered.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 04/08
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Peace isn't just the absence of war
From war to crime to political disputes, conflicts dominate the news. When the dust settles, people hunger for peace. But without 10,000 small acts that build peace, conflict too easily returns.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 03/29
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How Libya's Qaddafi brought humanitarian intervention back in vogue
The notion of humanitarian intervention went dormant after the Iraq war, but has now returned, championed by many of the same countries that were the greatest opponents of invading Baghdad.
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Is Libya like Kosovo?
Can air power alone force regime change? There's not much evidence. Even the 1999 Kosovo campaign raises doubts.
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Medvedev slams Putin's 'inexcusable' Libya 'crusade' comments
The sharp exchange of words on Monday reveals what some Russia experts say is a growing rift between Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and President Dmitry Medvedev.
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Opinion: Why did Congress cut funds for peace in a time of war?
The House of Representatives voted recently to eliminate all funding for the US Institute of Peace, which plays a vital role in mediating international conflicts that no other group can. So what's behind this jaw-dropping, backward step?
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The Monitor's View: On the UN approval of a no-fly zone in Libya: A vote for humanity
The United Nations Security Council's vote for military intervention in Libya will add to the world's lessons in knowing when and how to act in a nation's crisis.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 03/10
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Frankfurt gunman in US airmen killing kept radical company on Facebook
Arid Uka, who confessed to killing two US airmen at the Frankfurt airport Wednesday, had links with radical groups online but is believed to have acted on his own.
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From Libya's Qaddafi to Sudan's Bashir: Key International Criminal Court inquiries
The International Criminal Court today announced it would investigate Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi and several members of his inner circle for crimes against humanity in Libya’s ongoing uprising. It is the second-ever ICC investigation into a sitting head of state, and one of only a handful of inquiries into crimes committed by world leaders. Below, a look at ICC cases:
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Libya crisis: Intervention may be unavoidable
While the outside world is rightly cautious about getting involved in Libya, military effort may be needed to prevent a humanitarian disaster.
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The Monitor's View: No fly zone over Libya? Obama must take a stand soon.
The US is weighing a no-fly zone in Libya that might prevent Qaddafi from more attacks on rebel forces. Obama must weigh key lessons from history before acting.
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British security contractor Danny Fitzsimons gets life in prison for murder in Iraq
Danny Fitzsimons was sentenced to life in prison for shooting dead a British and an Australian co-worker, and wounding an Iraqi guard. It's the first case of a Westerner being tried in an Iraqi court.
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The Monitor's View: The world's responsibility to protect Libyans
The gross atrocities committed by the Qaddafi regime against protesters in Libya are of a kind demanding outside intervention. The Arab revolt for democracy now also needs protection from war crimes.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 02/16
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South Sudan set to join ranks of five of the world's newest countries
The South Sudan referendum ended with an overwhelming vote for independence – 99.57 percent of those polled voted for it – and put the region officially on track to become independent in July. How often is a country born? (Or wrested from territory of an already existing one?) Here’s a look at five of the most recent declarations of independence:
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Albania's untold story
Thousands of Jews found refuge in Europe's only Muslim state, where an ancient honor code saw all as guests.
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For Albania's disaffected youth, political feud illustrates why they flee
Antigovernment demonstrators returned to the street in Albania Friday, a week after three activists were killed outside Prime Minister Sali Berisha's office.
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After Albania violence, a fragile calm
Albania was quiet Monday after deadly protests Friday. Prime Minister Sali Berisha last week accused Socialist opposition leader Edvin Rama of attempting a 'Tunisian-style' coup.
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Opinion: US must rejoin international community by recognizing the state of Palestine
More than 100 nations around the world have recognized the state of Palestine. Why won't the United States? President Obama can redeem America's 'rogue' status by supporting Palestine's effort to join the United Nations later this year.
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Estonia embraces euros
On Jan. 1, 2011, Estonia becomes the 17th euro country. What does this mean for the former Soviet republic – and for the euro?
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In Pictures: Colossal cakes
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In Pictures: Remembering Richard Holbrooke
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 12/13
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