Associated Press December 3, 2008 The United States has softened tough lines against what it views as Russia’s illegitimate drive for influence over former Soviet vassals, although Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice is urging European states to show their disapproval of Moscow’s invasion of Georgia. more
International Herald Tribune December 3, 2008 President-elect Obama is preparing to govern from his platform of change. But the mistakes characteristic of American administrations defy change over time. Here are three things not to do when running American foreign policy. more
International Herald Tribune December 1, 2008 U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice cautioned NATO members on Monday against military activities with Russia but said she did not oppose contacts via the NATO-Russia Council. more
Guardian December 1, 2008 Negotiators kicked off the final yearlong push Monday for a new climate change treaty – but with the U.S. government in transition, the European Union in disarray and a worldwide economic crisis, chances were hazy for a quick agreement on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. more
International Herald Tribune December 1, 2008 Way down at the bottom of the left-hand column on Page 32, the boldface type says: “Europe: Losing Clout in 2025.” The message is clear, and so is Europe’s possible position not fully in the front row of the world arena projected by the U.S. National Intelligence Council in […]