The White House's flawed Korea policies
In the current crisis on the Korean Peninsula, the Obama administration is virtually repeating the 2004 Bush playbook.
Peaceful resolution of Korea confrontation is needed
The U.S. should not use military maneuvers in Korea to try out new weapons and make political points.
BRICS summit considers development bank
For any African country to have a strong competitor to play off against the companies and governments is seen as a step forward by many African leaders.
Warnings about destabilization in Venezuela should be taken seriously
Acting President Maduro accused a group of right wing former U.S. officials of working to destabilize Venezuela and strongly suggested that his election opponent is in contact with those circles.
Church faces big choices as cardinals pick a new pope
The cardinals have assembled in Rome to begin choosing the next pope.
Land remains key to negotiated peace in Colombia
Coffee and cacao farmers are showing that social mobilization in Colombian streets and countryside will make sure such discussion becomes the order of the day.
Opportunity for a peaceful end to Syria crisis must not be lost
There is a small opening toward a possible peaceful solution. This is an opportunity that must not be lost.
France bombs Mali, complicates mess long in making
French military units, including aviation and infantry, have attacked Islamist rebels in Mali since last week.
Alan Gross and the Cuban Five: Why not exchange holiday gifts?
Although the U.S. government has been saying "no exchange," Mr. and Mrs. Gross are not, because it is not in their interests to shut off that possibility.
UN vote on Palestine shakes things up
Last week's vote in the UN's General Assembly, which afforded "nonmember observer state" status to Palestine, and the Israeli government's response, has created controversy.
