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Iran fires at US drone: the top 3 pressing questions
Iranian military forces fired at a US Predator drone for the first time ever earlier this month, the Pentagon acknowledged this week. It’s a revelation that has raised a host of questions for the US military. Here are the top three.
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Why no safe zone in Syria, yet? 5 complications
The flood of Syrian refugees entering Turkey – as many as 5,000 a day for the last 10 days – has ratcheted up the pressure for a safe zone’s creation. But a safe zone is complicated and carries many risks.
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Shooting of two soldiers in Little Rock puts focus on 'lone wolf' Islamic extremists
Did alleged attacker Abdulhakid Mujahid Mohammed act on his own, or was he a trained jihadist?
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How far will Obama's words of respect carry US-Muslim relations?
A new tone can defuse 'residual anger' among Muslims over the Iraq war, but it's likely to hit its limits in dealing with Iran.
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Ahead of summit, Obama and Netanyahu press different agendas
When the leaders meet Monday, the US will push for progress toward a Palestinian state, while Israel will ask for a harder line on Iran.
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Obama administration pursues two-state Mideast solution
The president will meet with three leaders from the region in coming weeks. Meanwhile, special envoy George Mitchell finds it tough going.
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Why Syria and Saudi Arabia are talking again
It's about Iran, Iraq, and Israel. The two foes planned to meet in Riyadh Wednesday to solidify Arab unity amid regional volatility.
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US officials weigh Iran's nuclear weapons capability
Defense Secretary Gates said Tehran was not close to having a bomb. A new report in which senior advisers to Obama participated urges further sanctions.
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Obama redefines war on terror
The president focuses on Al Qaeda and on repairing America’s image in the Muslim world.
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Opinion: As Islamists exploit financial crisis, Lebanon stands fast
Its economy has thrived thanks to sound fiscal policy.
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How a murder investigation could snarl Mideast peace
Syria is the prime suspect in former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri's assassination. But many say an international tribunal could cause it to turn away from engaging with the West and Israel.
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U.S. shifts 'hearts and minds' fight
Instead of trying to explain America, it promotes alternatives to extremism.
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US officials: Israeli military exercise was preparation for attack on Iran's nuke plant
The exercise involved more than 100 jet fighters, helicopters, and air-refueling tankers, according to a new report.
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How Iran would retaliate if it comes to war
Military analysts say the Islamic Republic would strike back in unconventional ways – targeting American interests in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Talks to keep U.S. troops in Iraq provoke ire
Proposal to extend America's military role years into the future meets lawmaker resistance, from Washington to Baghdad.
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At Kuwait meeting, U.S. hope for regional aid to Iraq
The summit of Arab neighbors Tuesday is the third attempt to gain more support for Iraq's reconstruction from Sunni states. Baghdad's crackdown on Shiite militias may help.
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Should the world talk to Hamas?
A consensus to isolate the group is fraying due to the lack of political results.
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Renewed impetus to sanction Iran
Security Council members, plus Germany, agree Tuesday on the outline of a third UN resolution.
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