The Guardian February 11, 2009 Nato is at risk. The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation’s principal purpose is preserving the peace in Europe. In maintaining that peace it has been arguably the most successful international organisation to date. But as we approach its 60th anniversary in April, its historic effectiveness is now being put in jeopardy. […]
Reuters February 11, 2009 The European Union made a last minute appeal to Congress on Wednesday to provide further assurances that EU companies would not be disadvantaged by Buy American provisions of a huge economic stimulus bill. more
Reuters UK February 11, 2009 Russia said on Wednesday it was considering offering military aircraft to help supply NATO soldiers in Afghanistan, in an overture to a new U.S. administration it hopes will be more receptive to its demands. more
International Herald Tribune February 10, 2009 Spain has no plans to raise its troop levels in Afghanistan despite calls by President Barack Obama for a renewed commitment to fight the resurgent Taliban, Spain’s foreign minister said Tuesday. The comments by Miguel Angel Moratinos are sure to be unwelcome in Washington, which has made shifting military […]
AFP February 10, 2009 US Vice President Joe Biden struck the right chord when he said Washington is ready to “press the reset button” with Moscow but improving ties will not be as easy as it sounds, analysts said. more