News Analysis
The Nuclear Negotiations
Iran Avoids the Outstretched Hand

The Iranian Foreign Minister’s aggressive remarks today suggested Tehran just might not be able to take ‘yes’ for an answer.

Europe's Far-Right Resurgence
Germany’s Merkel Stays Strong as Far Right Wanes

A recent poll has Germany’s far right AfD party loseing support, even as one board member leaves after internal bickering over the direction of the party. But Merkel’s brand remains strong.

The Saudi Shuffle
Saudi King Announces Big Power Shake-Up

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has announced an unprecedented shake-up of the power structures in Saudi Arabia, seeking to firm up his government in a time of instability.

Gazproblems
Gazprom’s 2014 Was a Year to Forget

Gazprom’s profits fell a staggering 86 percent last year due to the ruble’s crash and the firm’s decision to cut off gas to Ukraine.

The Iran Deal
Iran Fires Across Bow of Cargo Ship, Nuclear Deal

Yesterday in the Persian gulf, Iran fired across the bow of an American-owned cargo ship. This is an easy way to get into a shooting war with the U.S.

Tensions Flare
Australia Recalls Ambassador to Indonesia

In the wake of Jakarta’s execution of two Australian citizens for drug smuggling, an important relationship between U.S. allies in Asia has hit a rough patch. It won’t be the last, either.

Asia's Game of Thrones
A Sea Change in the South China Sea?

The Philippines is playing an out-sized role in recent developments in Asian geopolitics that will strengthen the opposition to China’s increasing territorial aggression.

Explosions in the deep
Finland Goes After Russian Sub With Depth Charges

Finland dropped depth charges in response to sightings of a possible Russian submarine in its waters. The Russian incursions into foreign territory have been steadily increasing, along with the danger they produce.

The God Wars Meets the Refugee Crisis
Kenya Threatens to Close World’s Largest Refugee Camp

350,000 people could potentially be displaced in wake of al Shabab attacks.

Still Boondogglin'
What You Don’t Know About Biofuels Can Still Hurt You

A recent poll shows a strong majority of Americans favor our disastrous biofuel policies. Here’s what they should know:

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