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What would happen if Iran had the bomb? (+video)

Even as Tehran signals an interest in nuclear talks, many experts have already envisioned what the world would look like if the country got nuclear weapons. It wouldn't be as dire as many fear, but it would unleash new uncertainties - and perhaps a regional arms race.
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West Africa Rising: Heroin, cocaine traffickers find more buyers at home

European consumption of South America’s cocaine doubled in the decade. Much of that trade comes through Africa, leaving a trail of domestic users.
Wounded Saleh vows to return to Yemen. Can Saudis stop him?

Yemen's President Saleh, recuperating in Saudi Arabia from an attack, insists he will return to his strife-torn country. The Saudis would rather he didn't, but what will they do to stop him?
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.
South Korean companies shelve Libya projects as workers flee riots

South Korea, one of the biggest investors in construction projects in the Middle East for more than 40 years and a major importer of oil, may have more to fear than most as it evacuates Koreans in Libya.
WikiLeaks helps Obama, Arabs jointly confront Iran nuclear program

The WikiLeaks release of secret American diplomatic dispatches has a silver lining. It revealed the real Arab stance on Iran and its nuclear program – and it lines up with Israel's. The truth can't hurt in that cause.
Sudan 101: Could Sudan's oil resources solve its problems?

If oil revenue is concentrated on infrastructure projects in far-flung regions, such as South Sudan and Darfur, it could prevent those areas from falling back into war.
Palestinian PM criticizes Clinton for letting Israel set peace agenda

This weekend, Clinton appeared to back off from US demands for an Israeli settlement freeze, raising the ire of Arabs. In Morocco today, she tried to mollify them.
Ban the burqa? Or ban such bans?

Neither France nor Iran should dictate religious garb.
Global flash points: How to spot signs of peace

Monitor correspondents and experts suggest what to watch for in eight international conflicts.