Topic: Susan Rice

Obama, at UN, wins stricter stance on nuclear weapons

New Security Council resolution doesn't name Iran or North Korea. But France's Sarkozy singles them out, suggesting more must be done to address nuclear violators.

Can Obama lead the world toward zero nukes?

Obama will chair a UN Security Council summit on nuclear nonproliferation Thursday – the first US president to preside over the body.

US official disavows 'artificial deadlines' for action on Iran

Susan Rice, US ambassador to the UN, sounded less strident Friday in addressing Iran’s nuclear program than Secretary of State Clinton has.

Is Darfur still a genocide? White House isn't sure.

President Obama's special envoy to Sudan told senators Thursday that the designation is no longer applicable. But others in the administration disagree.

New sanctions on North Korea: Will China enforce them?

Even if China doesn't follow through on its vote for economic sanctions, the UN resolution approved Friday may let other countries tighten the screws.

White House: US may confront ships near North Korea

In addition to UN sanctions, the US also wants to inspect ships believed to be carrying contraband to North Korea.

UN Security Council poised to punish North Korea

Economic sanctions are designed to send a strong message without prompting a belligerent backlash.

Russia plays up its international role – especially in Mideast peace

It chaired a special meeting Monday of the Security Council that endorsed the idea of holding a Middle East peace conference in Moscow this year.

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.

North Korea missile: punishment up to US

Security Council's struggle to respond to Sunday's rocket launch also portends challenges for Obama's nonproliferation goals with Iran.

Reversing Bush policy, US seeks seat on UN Human Rights council

The US will try to reform the council – some of whose members shield human rights violators – from within, officials said.

Sudan bombs Darfur rebels – and civilians – amid calls for a 'no-fly' zone.

A Dutch journalist and photographer traveled with rebel forces in Darfur in February. They were pinned down by government forces for weeks, before escaping across the border into Chad.

War crimes accusations rattle Israel

In the wake of the Gaza war, Israel is preparing to defend itself and its soldiers against possible criminal charges in European courts that claim 'universal jurisdiction.'

Will Obama push China harder?

He's been critical of monetary policy and has named human rights defenders to key posts.

Great expectations for Obama abroad

Team Obama is more pragmatic and less ideological than its predecessors, say diplomats and campaign advisers. Afghanistan will be a foreign-policy priority.

Obama names basketball buddy and fellow Harvard alum as Education Secretary

Will Obama ease US policy toward Cuba?

A new approach could represent a relatively easy first step down a generally more controversial path of engaging with America's adversaries.

Obama and the wary left

Despite policy pullbacks and some appointments, most liberals are happy.

Opinion: Obama's moment on human rights

The US should make joining the UN Human Rights Council a priority.

Bigger US role battling genocide?

A task force's findings, urging US leadership, may dovetail with ideas of Obama administration.

Who will help shape McCain, Obama foreign policy?

Both candidates would likely draw from previous administrations to build their teams.

Opinion: The critical pick: secretary of State

The next secretary faces huge challenges. McCain and Obama must choose carefully.

On Iraq policy, next U.S. president will have to adapt

Despite their rhetoric, '08 candidates try to keep their options open.