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Opinion 3 priorities for Pakistan's new government
After 14 years, Nawaz Sharif is back at the helm in Pakistan. The nuclear-armed country faces a welter of problems, from terrorism to tensions with Afghanistan, India, and the United States. To move Pakistan forward, Mr. Sharif must focus on three priorities.
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Briefing Colombia - FARC peace talks: 4 things you need to know
Colombia has ample experience holding peace talks – though over the past 50 years, it’s seen little peace. But in early September, President Juan Manuel Santos announced peace talks with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia. Here are four things you need to know about the landmark peace process.
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Brazil's President Rousseff meets with Obama: 5 topics for talks
As the two largest economies in the Western Hemisphere, Brazil and the US have a lot of shared interests, but there are still areas of contention. Here are 5 possible topics on today's presidential agenda:
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Where will bin Laden 'mother lode of intelligence' lead?
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Five countries where the GOP victory could make a difference
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Five ways Bush's policies changed world
The Iraq war dominated his presidency, but it isn't the only signature foreign-policy event of his tenure.
01/15/2009 12:00 am -
An intense US focus on checking terrorism
Terrorists have not succeeded in striking on US soil since 9/11. But some say the US focus was too much on a military response, regime change, and a 'with us or against us' mentality.
01/15/2009 12:00 am -
Opinion Obama's new approach on Iran
It's hardly heresy for the US to talk to its enemies.
01/14/2009 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Sri Lanka presses farther into rebel territory
Although Sri Lankans celebrated significant gains against the Tamil Tigers on Monday, the rebels claimed to have killed at least 53 soldiers in fighting.
01/05/2009 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Amid growing international pressure, Somalia's president resigns
Widely considered an obstacle to peace, Abdullahi Yusuf announced his resignation on Monday.
12/29/2008 12:00 am -
Bid to split Taliban, Al Qaeda
In Afghanistan, US and NATO reassess their strategy amid concerns that their efforts are failing.
12/16/2008 12:00 am -
Pakistan moves up US priority list
The terror attacks in India next door have emphasized the instability in the region.
12/04/2008 12:00 am -
G-20 leaders agree to next economic steps
They pledge a more coordinated response to the global financial crisis, including stronger regulation.
11/17/2008 12:00 am -
A new economic club of nations
The G-20 summit this weekend will grapple with a global crisis.
11/14/2008 12:00 am -
For Obama, the economy can't wait
His top priorities are stimulus proposals, the 'G-20' summit, and picking a Treasury chief.
11/07/2008 12:00 am -
As US shoppers retreat, can world thrive?
Consumers were the biggest engine of global growth. But indebtedness prevents that now.
10/23/2008 01:00 am -
Will Asian financial centers overtake Wall Street?
Hong Kong is rising fast thanks to the growth of China. It passed New York as the biggest issuer of initial public offerings in 2006.
10/10/2008 01:00 am -
US, Russia announce breakthrough on new Iran resolution
The move shows a willingness to act on common goals despite deteriorating relations.
09/27/2008 01:00 am -
Ahmadinejad to dinner? Furor ensues over religious groups' event.
The Iranian leader's appearance at an interfaith iftar meal, expected Thursday, divides the faith community.
09/25/2008 01:00 am -
U.S. and Pakistan: different wars on terror
One seeks domestic security, the other stability for Afghans.
09/24/2008 01:00 am -
U.S. airstrikes test alliance with Pakistan
Militants are targeted by drones to keep them from entering Afghanistan.
09/19/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Militants step up 'oil war' in Niger Delta
Attacks on foreign oil company facilities threaten to disrupt global oil supply.
09/16/2008 01:00 am -
Iraq's Army grows in numbers and readiness
The U.S. military says that an increasingly capable Iraqi Army could assume primary combat responsibility by mid-2009.
09/15/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion A new approach to Iran's nukes
A loyalty test can reassure Iran and the world.
09/08/2008 01:00 am -
Cheney visit: U.S. treads tightrope on Georgia aid
The Bush administration announces $1 billion in aid but no military assistance.
09/05/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion Cracks in Putin's kingdom
Serious voices in Russia are doubting his judgment on Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
09/03/2008 01:00 am -
Will lasers brighten nuclear's future?
New process could replace centrifuges but renew threat of nuclear proliferation.
08/27/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security International community split over U.S.-India nuclear deal
Nations participating in the Nuclear Suppliers Group summit will debate whether the deal undermines efforts towards nuclear nonproliferation and sets a precedent for other would-be nuclear powers.
08/20/2008 01:00 am -
U.S. limited in Georgia crisis
American effort to spread democracy wanes in post-Iraq era.
08/13/2008 01:00 am -
Olmert plows ahead on peace talks
Israeli prime minister resigns from his post, but vows to pursue a deal with Palestinians and Syrians.
08/01/2008 01:00 am
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