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Big British defense cuts weaken Pentagon's top military partner
As other European allies have dialed back military spending, Britain has been America's most reliable and capable security partner. But the British defense cuts announced Tuesday will affect Britain's 'long-term ability to fight alongside the US.'
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David Cameron grilled over alleged BP role in Lockerbie bomber case
At the White House to discuss Afghanistan and the global economy, British Prime Minister David Cameron was instead questioned by reporters about allegations that BP pressured Scotland to free the Lockerbie bomber in a bid to improve business ties with Libya.
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UK general election: Could it end 'special relationship' with US?
Americans might have a rooting interest in the UK general election. The two leading candidates for prime minister have opposite views about the importance of the US-Britain relationship.
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Is Obama's 'let's talk' diplomacy failing?
The US has scored no big wins under his policy of talking with the enemy. Doubts that it can are rising.
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US rejoins UN’s human rights forum
Bush had shunned it as an ineffective dictators' club. Obama's team pledges to work from within to 'improve' it.
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At NATO summit, Bush likely to get some of what he wants
His quest for more forces in Afghanistan, headway on continental missile defense may gain ground in Bucharest.
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