US troops now a ‘coalition of one’ in Iraq
Associated Press August 1, 2009 The war in Iraq was truly an American-only effort Saturday after Britain and Australia, the last of its international partners, pulled out. more
Year: 2009
Are Carbon Tariffs a Good Idea?
Reuters July 30, 2009 Imposing a tax on imported goods that are carbon-intensive is an idea being tossed around as much these days as driftwood on a shore. Energy Secretary Steven Chu said, “If other countries don’t impose a cost on carbon, then we will be at a disadvantage…[and] we would look at considering perhaps […]
U.S. Urges More E.U. Aid to Pakistani Refugees
International Herald Tribune July 29, 2009 The United States on Tuesday appealed for more European aid to refugees fleeing the fighting between the Pakistani Army and Taliban militants in the Swat Valley, arguing that their plight was increasing instability in the region. more
French general takes over NATO command in Virginia
Associated Press July 29, 2009 In an unprecedented move, a French general will take over a key NATO command in Norfolk, Virginia, charged with transforming the Europe-centered Cold War alliance to tackle today’s global challenges, NATO said Wednesday. more
Ireland agrees to take two Guantanamo inmates
AFP July 29, 2009 Ireland said Wednesday it will accept two detainees from Guantanamo Bay, the latest European country to help US President Barack Obama’s bid to close the controversial camp. more