Vladimir Putin's Budding Bromance With China's Xi Jinping
The U.S. has tried to isolate the Russian leader, but China has other ideas.
Pushing for a Palestinian State
The U.S. has long been the arbiter of the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. Will it now relinquish that role to the U.N.?
In Libya, a Rift Widens Over How to Defeat ISIS
The West's Arab allies feel the U.S. and Europe won't give them the support they need to beat back the makeshift caliphate.
Palestinian Infighting Hampers Gaza's Reconstruction
The embattled coastal enclave continues to succumb to the same internal divisions that have plagued Palestinians for nearly a decade.
Is It Unfair to Compare ISIS to the Nazis?
At one time Hitler's crimes were uniquely evil. But the jihadists are fast catching up.
Nigeria: Gambling on the War Against Boko Haram
After years of alleged neglect, the Nigerian president seems to be making the battle against Islamist militants his new electoral strategy.
The Crisis in Yemen Deals a Blow to the War on Terror
America's war against Al-Qaeda hits a land mine in Sanaa.
The Future of the Hague May Hinge on Gaza
The International Criminal Court is preparing to delve into Israeli-Palestinian affairs. Will that tarnish or bolster its image?
U.N. Security Council to Debate North Korea Human Rights
For the first time, the Security Council will debate human rights in the secretive Communist state, but don't expect any action.
Can America Avoid a U.N. Showdown Over a Palestinian State?
A Russian official said the U.S. will put forward a plan it hopes will avert a diplomatic standoff at the United Nations.
To Fight Ebola, Cuba Is Sending Its Biggest Export - Doctors
Cuba wins praise for sending doctors to fight Ebola, but critics question Havana's motives
Israel Ponders Bad Options to Ease Jerusalem Tension
After brutal attacks on a Jerusalem synagogue, Netanyahu has promised a tough response.
The Russians Are Coming—Again
Supplying Crimea before winter sets in is behind Russia's latest invasion.
Russia Worries About Actual New Star Wars
The Russians are anxious the U.S. is going to wage war in space.
Plans to Rebuild Gaza Keep Getting Undermined
Everyone wants Gaza to be rebuilt before winter sets in. But bombings and bickering keep getting in the way.
ISIS Affiliate Turns on Egypt: 26 Killed, 26 Injured
Islamist terrorists kill Egyptian troops in the Sinai after attacking Israeli forces.
North Korean Diplomats Get an Earful at the U.N.
A human rights committee hears about abuses in North Korea; Pyongyang accuses critics of being hostile.
Beijing's Crushing of Democracy in Hong Kong Sends Chills Through Taiwan
The quashing of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong is souring China's relations with Taiwan
Turkey Loses U.N. Security Council Seat in Huge Upset
In a tremendous upset, Turkey lost a contest in the General Assembly, exposing increasingly contentious frictions with some of its neighbors and world powers.
War Against the Jihadis: The Forgotten Front
While the West focuses on ISIS, Iran makes its move in Yemen.
Has Turkey Joined the Anti-ISIS Coalition to Counter the Kurds?
Has Turkey joined the anti-ISIS coalition to counter the Kurds?
Netanyahu: Iranian Nukes Too High a Price for Their Help Against IS
"Once Iran produces an atomic bomb, all the smiles, all the charms will vanish," the Israeli Prime Minister said
Return of the Exile
Iran's eagerness to join America's anti-ISIS coalition is sending shivers through the Middle East
Abbas: Let the UN Fix a Timetable for Israel's Withdrawal
The Palestine leader's proposal is instantly dismissed by the Jewish state.
Where is Zambia's President?
The Associated Press reported Friday that the 77-year old president was treated at his hotel by doctors
Iran Begs to Be Allowed in From the Cold
The Iranian president pleads for a nuclear weapons deal so Iran can help counter ISIS
At the U.N. General Assembly, Obama Zaps Russia's Sneak Invasion of Ukraine
But the president's speech will not keep Russia from backing the anti-ISIS airstrikes
Coalition of Unwilling and Unsavory Battles ISIS
Should Iran and Syria take part in America's battle against ISIS?
Israeli Spies Condemn Routine Bugging of Palestinians
Elite intelligence troops in Israel go public to protest against routine spying on Palestinians, setting off a political storm