Obama’s European Scorecard
New York Times April 7, 2009 Barack Obama’s debut trip to Europe and Turkey as president is coming to a close. What was Europe’s perception of him? Did he redefine the U.S.-European relationship? more
Month: April 2009
Obama Bashing in Bavaria and Paris
Spiegel Online April 7, 2009 US President Barack Obama says Turkey’s future is in the European Union. Not everyone agrees. Numerous politicians in Germany have gone on the attack, and even French President Sarkozy is unimpressed. Turkey’s role at the NATO summit has soured the mood. more
After Launch, Obama Focuses On Disarmament
Washington Post April 6, 2009 President Obama arrived in Turkey on Sunday night as global condemnation of North Korea gave way to intense diplomatic debate about how to punish the rogue nation for the brazen weekend launch of a rocket over Japan and into the Pacific Ocean. more
Analysis: Obama visit to Turkey no afterthought
Associated Press April 5, 2009 President Barack Obama’s stop in Turkey is hardly an afterthought, a “while I’m in the neighborhood” visit. more
US, EU Demand Action on North Korea’s Rocket Launch
Voice of America April 5, 2009 The United States and European Union are urging the world to take action after North Korea launched a rocket in defiance of United Nations resolutions. more