New Arab League Chief Slams 'Foreign Intereference' on Syria
The new head of the Arab League stood with Syria in slamming "foreign interference" while meeting in Damascus with President Bashar al-Assad.
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Qatar Mediating US-Taliban Talks
A Pakistani weekly reports that Qatar is mediating talks between the US and the Taliban, so the Obama administration can make an honorable exit.
Panetta Accuses Iran of Killing American Soldiers; What Next?
Defense Secretary Leon Panetta was outspoken about Iranian military involvement in Iraq. But what effect will his warnings have?
Video: Israel Teaches US Marines Counter Terror
The IDF releases video of US marines learning from Israelis. “We are learning new techniques. I love it. We want to come back,” says one marine.
Aid Cut Reflects Downward Spiral in US-Pakistan Relations
The 800 million dollar aid suspension is the outcome of mounting US distrust of Pakistan.
Arab Spring: US Finally Pushing Saleh to Step Down
After months of murky policy in Yemen the US has finally made a direct appeal to President Ali Abdullah Saleh to step down.
US To Confront Iranian Arms In Iraq
US Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta says the US will 'take unilateral action' to deal with Iran's moves to arm terrorist insurgents in Iraq.
Arab Spring: US Envoy’s Hero’s Welcome and Fear of US Flag
Syrian protesters gave US envoy a hero’s welcome, but he was too afraid to allow the US flag on his car. Syria: He is aiding “militants.”
Foreign Airlines Resist EU Emission Control Regulations
The European attempt to impose emission curbs on foreign carriers outside its airspace is facing heavy resistance.
Obama Cannot Perform Miracles in Mideast, says Knesset Speaker
Even President Obama cannot perform miracles in the Middle East, the Knesset Speaker told outgoing US envoy Cunningham. Obama to visit – but when?
Peres at July 4th Celebration: Thank You For Being Our Friend
Peres during event in honor of U.S. Independence Day: Despite our differences, the U.S. and Israel share many things.
Chavez' Illness Opens Door to Succession Issue
Hugo Chavez' illness comes at a time that his regime is facing problems at home and abroad and has no orderly procedures for a succession.
World's 'Anti-Terror Axis': Iran, Pakistan and Sudan
None other than Sudan, Pakistan and Iran team up to fight worldwide terror. Iran challenges the US to open the 9/11 box “and expose the truth.”
Flotilla Vessels Sail from France
The first of the 2011 anti-Israel Gaza flotilla ships set sail from France, headed for the waters of Greece. US warns citizens of criminal charges.
Analysis: Obama's Afghanistan Withdrawal Speech - Text & Subtext
INN's political analyst says Barack Obama's speech on Afghanistan moved back the goal posts to justify an American retreat
James Bond Returns to Mumbai Three Years after Terror Attack
The US warns of a Mumbai-style Al-Qaeda attack in London at the same time it was announced that James Bond will return to Mumbai after 27 years.
Anticipating An American Withdrawal Karzai Cools to NATO
The expectation that the US is seeking a rapid exit from Afghanistan is creating new alliances.
US Jerusalem Consulate Bars PA Anti-Semitic/Racist Cartoons
The US Consulate in Jerusalem cancels an invitation to a PA cartoonist to participate in a training course due to his anti-Semitic cartoons.
Russia-China Joint Statement Discloses Opposition to US Policy
The Russo-Chinese Joint Statement is effectively a common front against US policy.
Who's Playing Whom in Yemen?
The US has found itself pushing for Saleh to step down despite concerns opposition leaders may oppose US anti-terror efforts - and Saleh knows it.
Senators Back Mexican Argument On US Role in Drug Cartels
Three Democratic Senators have upheld Mexico's argument that US weapons fuel the deadly cartel wars in Mexico.
This Time The Threat May Be For Real
In his valedictory address in Europe retiring Defense Secretary Gates calls imbalance in NATO untenable.
FBI to the Rescue in Yemen?
The FBI is in Yemen helping the government investigate the source of the attack on President Ali Abdullah Saleh's palace.
Legal Warfare May Stop IHH Flotilla
Threats of a lawsuit against a firm supplying communications equipment to the IHH flotilla may stop it from sailing - without a shot being fired.
Fresh Violence in Bahrain
Just two days after Bahrain lifted emergency rule imposed due to unrest fresh violence erupts leading to hundreds of injuries on eve of US visit.
Spending Cuts or Bust - A Congressional Dilemma
Congress has two months to avert a default and see which party blinks.
The Sharks Are Circling around Naoto Kan
Japan's Naoto Kan confronts both the opposition and a grudge match within his own party.
Syrian Experts Claim: Sanctions Are ‘Illegal’
Syrian law experts tell Syria news agency that the U.S. and EU measures against Syria are illegal according to international law.
What Lies Behind Omar Bashir's Military Moves
The North's armored thrust into a disputed border region can upset the painfully built peace agreement.
Will Netanyahu's Highlights or Concessions Be Remembered
Analysis:Everybody knows that Netanyahu has the gift of rhetoric. Are the punches he landed worth the concessions that he offered?
Pakistani Globetrotting Seeks to Dispel Bin Laden Effect
After getting tea and sympathy in Moscow, Pakistan sought diplomatic support in Beijing and got it.
Mississippi Floods Lash Louisiana and Mississippi
The devastating Mississippi floods are prompting terrible decisions, with small towns sacrificed to preserve the cities.
Pakistani Presidential Visit Heralds Reversal of Alliances
Pakistan has traditionally been allied with the US but the recent chill following the Bin-Laden killing may accelerate relations with Russia.
China US Signal Renewed Cordiality at Economic Dialogue
Running against the grain of acrimonious relations, China and the US signaled a willingness to work together.
Obama Courts Hispanic Votes with Speech at US-Mexican Border
The Democratic Party is attempting to woo the Hispanic voter by emphasizing its support for immigration reform.
Memphis Spared Mississippi Flood Waters as Defenses Hold
The devastating Mississippi floods have apparently spared Memphis and are headed for Louisiana.
Can Russia Swallow an ABM System in Rumania?
Russia objected to a US ABM system in Poland and the Czech Republic and the US backed down. Now a system is slated for Romania.
US Supreme Court to Hear Case If Jerusalem Birth Can be Recorded
The US Supreme Court will hear an appeal by an American couple that their son’s birthplace be recorded as Jerusalem, Israel.
US and Britain Furious at Hamas for Mourning Bin Laden
Hamas infuriates the US and Britain for mourning Bin Laden – at the same time that Abbas makes up with it and seeks Western support for a PA state.
U.S. 'Pushing for Reforms' in the Middle East, Says Official
During a visit to Jordan, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State says his country is pushing for reforms in the countries in the Middle East.
Analysis: Bin Laden Hideout Shifts Spotlight to Pakistan
America can't do without Pakistan but the Bin Laden compound highlights the problematic nature of the relationship.
America and Russia Eliminated from Indian Jet Contract
The United States, despite growing strategic ties with India, was eliminated from the jet-fighter competition. There are consolations.
Roadblocks to the US Passport
The U.S. government has figured out a way to make the process of getting an American passport even more difficult.
US Plans Security Shuffle
As the US enters its 'make or break' year in Afghanistan, Obama plans to shuffle his top security brass.
US Blocks Quartet Move to Propose Pro-PA Final Status Plan
The US blocks a Quartet move to impose on Israel a final status plan for the Palestinian Authority. Media said it would help the "peace process.”
Chinese Touchiness Compounds Beijing's Image Problem
Given her growing economic and military power, China is best advised to be less touchy about criticism.
Obama Ignores Goldstone Retreat, Wants US on Human Rights Panel
Obama wants the US to stay on the UN Human Rights Council and end anti-Israeli bias, despite its inability to stop the failed Goldstone Report
The House Speaker Seeks Enlightenment from Obama
With a series of deft questions, House Speaker John Boehner attempts to force Barack Obama to show his hand or call his bluff.
Obama Admits the New Reality of US Relations with Latin America
Barack Obama's attempt to push American military hardware in Brazil demonstrate the changed power equation
Analysis: What's Behind the Obama Reversal on Libya
After weeks of pouring cold water on a No-Fly zone, the Obama Administration became a believer.
Change in British Law a Victory for Free Speech Worldwide
A change in British libel laws will correct a situation where draconian libel laws led to silence.Dr. Rachel Ehrenfeld won the battle for everyone.
Raymond Davis Gets Away with "Murder"
Raymond Davis the US diplomat was freed by Pakistan after his government paid "blood money" compensation to the families of his two victims.
The Bar to Western Intervention in Libya Keeps Getting Higher
After having encouraged the Libyan insurgents the West is pulling the plug on them. Obama "believes in organic revolution."
Expert: Libya Could Become the Next Somalia
Either dictator Qaddafi will be victorious, or Libya will split into “Somalia-like” segments, U.S. expert says. Obama administration disagrees.
VP Biden Avoids Derailment on Dual Track Approach to Russia
Joe Biden tried to broaden the improvement in US Russia relations without giving the impression that human rights issues have been shelved.
Where is Obama? Explaining US Caution on Libya
INN's world news analyst Amiel Ungar explains why Obama is holding back, although Libya seems to call for a more interventionist attitude.
Mysterious Raymond Davis Affair Leads to Pakistan-US Rift
The deadlock between the US and Pakistan over the Raymond Davis Affair is threatening to derail relations between the countries.
Made in China Hacking HIghlights US-China Competition for Energy
As Israel deals with a sharp rise in gasoline prices, US energy firms have been hacked, allegedly by China, highlighting a race for oil security.
British Admissions Show UK's Labor Party as Libya's Lobbyist
The recently released documents on the Al-Megrahi Lockerbie affair have fueled calls for an independent inquiry.
Senate Investigation Slams Pentagon on Fort Hood
Political correctness and passing the buck were responsible for the failure to prevent the Fort Hood Massacre.