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Catalonia's Scottish dreams on hold as top court postpones independence voteThe breakaway-minded Spanish region had planned for a non-binding Nov. 9 vote on whether to start an independence process like that which Scotland culminated days ago. But Spain's top court put the referendum on hold for up to five months.
Lavrov suggests a 'reset' with West. Does Russia mean it this time?The Russian foreign minister's comment comes on the eve of a European Union meeting to review sanctions on Russia. Improving ties with the US may offer a way forward for Russia.
Europe's stand against Islamic State is all about the home frontEuropeans were solidly against intervention in the Middle East just a few months ago. Now they are lining up behind the US-led operations against the Islamic State in Iraq – in large part because they see the group as a domestic threat.
Iranians and Israelis find an unlikely musical detente in GermanyIsraeli-Iranian ensemble Sistanagila, which combines both cultures' music into melodic wholes, is just one of several such collaborations that have sprung up in Germany.
French Muslims to Islamic State: We are also 'dirty French'Shortly after IS called on followers to kill Westerners, including the 'dirty French,' tourist Hervé Gourdel was beheaded in Algeria. France saw its first mass rally of Muslims today against the barbarism of the Islamic State.
Russia's new law: the beginning of the end for Facebook and Twitter?Moscow says it will enforce a law passed this week that could ban major global Internet companies from operating in Russia if they don't store data on Russian servers, and share it with the government if asked.
Cameron urges UK Parliament to back intervention against Islamic StateUnlike last year, when British lawmakers voted against action in Syria, he is likely to get the nod to go ahead. Both votes have underscored Parliament's growing role in making such decisions.
Is Russia's Paul McCartney a traitor? The Kremlin would like you to think so.Andrei Makarevich, an icon of Russian rock, is one of several cultural figures that are being depicted as 'traitors' to Russia in a TV series being broadcast by the state.
The US and its Arab allies are bombing IS. Why isn't Europe?European nations have mostly been conspicuous in their absence from the fight in Iraq and Syria. But that may soon change – at least in Iraq.
Abu Qatada: Britain says radical cleric can't come back after acquittal in JordanAbu Qatada, who had asylum in Britain, was accused of involvement in a plot to target Israeli and American tourists as well as Western diplomats during millennium celebrations in Jordan.
Islamic State: How France lost track of its repatriated jihadistsThree suspected jihadis walked freely into France, even though the authorities were warned of their arrival. With IS-linked militants killing a French national in Algeria today, the failure of France's security policies looms large.
France talks tough on Islamic State, but is the public on board?The French government is taking a hard line against the Islamic State. But the French media is more hesitant about the country's involvement in Syria and Iraq.
French hostage in Algeria highlights growing reach of Islamic StateFrench hostage Hervé Pierre Gourdel was seized at the start of a trek in the Algerian mountains when he was captured by a group that has newly sworn allegiance to Islamic State. It says it will kill him within 24 hours.
The ExplainerScots seek more power after 'No' vote – but what about the English?Britain's three major party leaders vowed to devolve more power to Scotland in the run-up to its independence vote. But why should Scotland have both more say over its own laws and on legislation that affects only the English?
The ExplainerScottish reverbations: Who might push for independence next?Scotland voted against independence from Britain, but its example nonetheless is inspiring other separatist movements both in Europe and beyond.
Muslim youths counter Islamic State with #NotInMyName Twitter campaignThe Islamic State is waging a sophisticated propaganda campaign on social media. But young Muslims worldwide are using #NotInMyName to fight back on Twitter.
- FocusCrackdown in Ukraine sullies its democratic aspirations
Amid tensions with Russia, Kiev is not tolerating any 'pro-separatist' points of view in the press – which plays straight into the hands of Kremlin propaganda.
FocusHard choices await a war-weary UkraineLingering fighting and economic disarray have left Ukraine divided not only between east and west, but even among patriotic Ukrainians at odds about what to do next.
Scotland's voted 'no.' Now what?Independence is off the table and Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond has resigned. But questions remain about just what powers Westminster will give Scotland, and when.
Scotland is staying. London's headaches are just starting.British leaders are relieved by the Scots' vote against independence. But devolving new powers to Scotland – and perhaps to England – may be a bigger challenge for Westminster than the referendum was.
