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Missile Defense Obstructs Nuclear Forces Cuts - General
MOSCOW, May 23 The United States' insistence on pursuing a missile defense system in Europe is standing in the way of further cuts to Russia's nuclear deterrent forces, Russia's top general said on Thursday at an international security conference in Moscow.
It is a rare opportunity that isolates Iran, undermines Russian energy dominance and broadly benefits the U.S. economy.
Syrian Army Advances Signal Assad May Survive for Years
Syria 's President Bashar al-Assad, whose government was last year described as close to collapse by groups ranging from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization to the armed opposition, may remain in power for years to come.
Afghan security concerns to ease after 2014, Karzai says
Afghan security after the departure of foreign combat troops in 2014 will become easier because of the ill-advised, misdirected and often corrupt ways NATO and its contractors have pursued the "war on terror," Afghan President Hamid Karzai told reporters in India on Wednesday.
Assad talks, Russia walks And NATO Partners with Al Qaeda
So Bashar al-Assad has spoken -- exclusively -- to Argentine daily El Clarin . Cutting through the fog of Western hysteria, he made some valuable points.
Senior US official urges Bosnia and Herzegovina to reform in a bid to join NATO, EU
A senior US official on Tuesday urged Bosnia-Herzegovina to reform in a bid to join NATO and the EU, Xinhua reported.During a lecture at the American University in Bosnia, Philip Reeker, Deputy Assistant Secretary of U.S. State Department, said the U.S. and the EU are still... The first thing you need to do is choose a news reader, if you already ... (more)
Hagel Hails Netherlands as Strong U.S., NATO Partner
Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel hosted the Netherlands' Minister of Defense Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert at the Pentagon today, Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said.
Expansion of energy security discussed in Baku
The Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy hosts a two-day conference on the partnership with NATO entitled "Security Challenges: the expansion of energy security in the XXI century", which started on Wednesday.
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Azerbaijan, Spain Discuss Military Cooperation
Azerbaijan and Spain discussed military cooperation as Defence Minister Safar Abiyev met his Spanish counterpart, Pedro de Morenes y Alvarez de Eulate, here, Azerbaijan's Azertac reported.
Turkey: investment grade, peace and FDI?
Turkey's elevation to investment grade last week may or may not be a game changer for its stock and bond markets, but the country is really hoping for a boost to FDI - bricks-and-mortar foreign direct investment into manufacturing or power generation.
Poland Defence And Security Report Q3 2013 - New Market Study Published
BMI's Poland Defence & Security Report for Q313 examines the country's strategic position in Europe and the wider world.
Saakashvili Denounces Arrests Of Allies
Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili has compared the recent arrests of members of his administration to the jailing in Ukraine of former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko.
U.S. Ambassador: Azerbaijan plays critical role in increasing alternative supplies to Europe
Azerbaijan plays a critical role in increasing alternative supplies for NATO allies, U.S. Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Richard Morningstar said during his speech at NATO partnership conference "Emerging Security Challenges: Enhancing Energy Security in the XXI Century" on Wednesday.
Russia angry over "stolen" Eurovision votes
Moscow has clashed with the European Union over human rights and with NATO over security.
What should Americans die for?
"The American people are weary. They don't want boots on the ground. I don't want boots on the ground.
Nuclear sub due home after 11 months
The captain of HMS Trenchant, Commander Irvine Lindsey, said it is believed to be the "longest ever" nuclear submarine deployment.
Tiny Guam mourning loss of 2 soldiers killed in Afghanistan
Both soldiers died May 16, 2013, in Kabul, Afghanistan , of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked their unit with a vehicle borne improvised explosive device.
On Native GroundMcCAIN, Obama Both Come Up Short on Global Issues in Debate
Last week's presidential debate was supposed to cover foreign policy issues, but the ongoing market meltdown was too big to ignore.
For regional arms dealers it's certainly useful information. Until mid-August, interested parties can apply to attend the largest arms fair in Central Europe, which takes place in early September of each year at the exhibition grounds in Kielce, Poland.
Can India provide support to Afghans when Americans go home?
I am concerned about Afghans when NATO withdraws in 2014. Pakistanis feel that theirs will be a win-win situation.