
In Germany, too, the right wing scapegoats immigrants
"Shoot them down!" - That's one answer to the problem of refugees and immigrants flooding into Germany, clearer even than any Trump-wall.

Haiti: President Martelly steps down, interim government formed
Finally responding to angry protests, Haitian President Michel Martelly, the son of a Shell Oil executive, stepped down on Sunday.

Left government possible in Spain, but social democrats divided
After weeks of political wrangling saw no party win a majority, an arrangement to install a social democratic-led government now appears possible.

Marking 30 years of economic reform, Vietnam moves ahead
Three decades have passed since Vietnam first embarked on the process of economic opening and reform known as Doi Moi, or "Renovation."

Iran elections: The illusion of democracy
Iran's return to the international fold has been negotiated over a long period; it marks a change in relations with the U.S. and the EU.

Explosions in Venezuelan capital, ultra-left blamed as tensions rise
Four small explosive devices were detonated, three at a shopping mall and another near the Venezuelan National Assembly building.

Peace finally possible in Colombia, justice less certain
An agreement to end five decades of armed conflict between the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia and the government of that country now seems inevitable.

World facing "new extremes" in the widening wealth gap
Wealth inequality will grow, and with it greater instability, continued crisis, and deepening misery for the world's working people.

Iran sanctions eased, exiles urge more progress on democratic rights
The Tudeh Party brought attention to the government's economic failings as one reason for its willingness to negotiate with international powers.

U.S. vultures circle Argentina, demand repayment of odious debt
The vulture funds bought up distressed debts from the past for pennies on the dollar; now they are demanding repayment of the whole original value, thus making a killing.

