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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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Opinion Three factors that will determine Syria’s future
The most realistic scenario in Syria is quagmire: Assad still has loyalty; the opposition is splintered, though protests continue; and the international community is indecisive, including the Arab League. But stalemate could finally prompt foreign intervention and a needed ‘safe zone. Benedetta Berti, a fellow at the Institute for National Security Studies of Tel Aviv University, lists the three factors that will determine Syria’s future.
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NATO's in charge – so who is doing what in Libya?
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Photos of the Day Photos of the Day 03/21
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11 countries speaking out against Koran burning in Florida
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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.
03/28/2011 12:28 pm -
Libya coalition: a unity of purpose, a multitude of opinions
The coalition of nations working to enforce the Libya no-fly zone are finding it difficult to balance their different political, military, and social concerns for the future of Libya.
03/25/2011 04:09 pm -
US gets its wish: NATO to assume control of Libya no-fly zone
NATO's agreement to take over no-fly operations in Libya fulfills Obama's promise that US involvement would be limited. Alliance members authorize a 'civilian protection mission.'
03/24/2011 09:36 pm -
US role in Libya mission: Top Democrats say Obama got it right
Top Democrats in the Senate and House back Obama's commitment to help enforce the no-fly zone over Libya, and accept his assurances the US role as mission leader would be brief.
03/23/2011 10:11 pm -
Obama vows a lesser US role in Libya, but new plan yet to be sealed
The Obama administration has hammered out a plan that puts NATO in the driver’s seat and gives a broader range of countries, including some Arab states, ‘political leadership’ of the Libya mission.
03/23/2011 07:57 pm -
Opinion If Obama can bomb Libya, a President Palin can bomb Iran without Congress's OK
President Obama's bombing of Libya without congressional authorization or debate puts us on a dangerous path. A minimum standard for transparency in government is that the House and the Senate go on the record for or against a new war.
03/23/2011 01:19 pm -
Global Viewpoint Arab League chief: Goal in Libya is to protect civilians, not regime change
Amr Moussa – departing secretary general of the Arab League and Egyptian presidential candidate – discusses the no-fly zone intervention in Libya and Qaddafi's exit. He also touches on Yemen, Bahrain, and Syria and the future of Egypt's relationship with Israel and the Palestinians.
03/23/2011 11:15 am -
Terrorism & Security Who's rethinking support for Libya's no-fly zone – and why
After a few days of Western airstrikes on Libya, initial international support is beginning to fall apart as disputes arise about what levels of military action are authorized by Thursday's UN resolution.
03/22/2011 06:03 pm -
Splits widen among Western leaders over way forward in Libya
As the US moves to transfer command of Libya operations to Western allies, Europe is grappling with who should take the lead to enforce UN Resolution 1973.
03/22/2011 05:12 pm -
Libya intervention: Tea party and liberal Democrats make unusual allies
On Capitol Hill, the Libya intervention has elicited antiwar voices from opposite ends of the political spectrum. Their point in common: The power to make war resides with Congress.
03/21/2011 10:09 pm -
Photos of the Day Photos of the Day 03/21
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Gates visits Russia as Putin decries UN action on Libya
Russian Prime Minister Putin said the Western assault on Qaddafi's offensive capabilities resembles a medieval crusade.
03/21/2011 03:07 pm -
Arab world divided on Libya no-fly zone
The Arab world is largely supportive of Libya's rebels and a no-fly zone to protect them, but is unsure how it feels about Western intervention on their behalf.
03/21/2011 01:09 pm -
Arab League now worried about Qaddafi retaliation after supporting Libya no-fly zone
Arab League secretary-general Amr Moussa is now questioning whether US and European military action against Libya has gone too far.
03/20/2011 05:49 pm -
At war in Libya: How long will it last? Will Qaddafi be gone?
With US bombs and missiles hitting Libyan targets, lawmakers and other observers want to know how long the fighting will continue and whether Muammar Qaddafi will be forced from power.
03/20/2011 05:38 pm -
As Libyans fight, Egyptians revel in first free vote for decades
Amid the exuberance, however, election monitors reported significant irregularities and violations, a reminder that the road to democratic governance is not as easy as Egyptians might hope.
03/20/2011 01:41 pm -
West backs off calls for Libya regime change as Qaddafi warns of 'long war'
French, US, and British airstrikes have crippled Libyan coastal defenses and air abilities as the largest coalition of military force since the Iraq war enters its second day.
03/20/2011 12:08 pm -
Qaddafi defiant in the face of allied strikes
While French, British and U.S. forces strike in Libya, embattled leader Col. Muammar Qaddafi vowed defiance, saying he would open weapons depots to arm the general populace.
03/19/2011 09:44 pm -
France gathers world leaders to plan military action against Qaddafi
US, European, and Arab leaders are gathering in Paris Saturday for a meeting that will seek to define the terms of military engagement against Muammar Qaddafi's military forces.
03/18/2011 07:57 pm -
Amid tough words, Obama seeks to limit US role in Libya
President Obama sought to place boundaries on any US military involvement in Libya, even as he ordered Muammar Qaddafi to rein in his troops.
03/18/2011 06:53 pm -
Editorial Board Blog Among allies, Germany is the odd man out in UN vote on Libya
Germany sided with Russia and China as it abstained from the UN Security Council vote to take "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya. Berlin took the decision that would be most popular at home. Politicians do such things. But Germany's allies certainly notice.
03/18/2011 04:21 pm -
UN decision on Libya: Endgame for Qaddafi?
The immediate hope is that the threat alone of international action in Libya will slow Qaddafi down – and perhaps cause some of his supporters to back the rebels instead.
03/18/2011 04:15 pm -
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.
03/18/2011 02:37 pm -
Opinion Libya: Why the West finally got it right
The firm stand of Britain's David Cameron and France's Nicolas Sarkozy is a major reason for the success of yesterday's Security Council resolution on Libya – a resolution that puts the West on the right side of history and morality.
03/18/2011 01:50 pm -
Libya declares cease-fire as EU leaders plan military strikes
France, which spearheaded last night's unexpectedly strong UN Security Council resolution on Libya, said today that strikes on Muammar Qaddafi's forces would commence 'soon.'
03/18/2011 10:58 am
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