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- Is it too late for Kiev to woo Russian-speaking Ukraine?
A series of missteps may mean the new government in Kiev has lost what influence it had in Ukraine's Russia-friendly southern regions.
- Yanukovych to Europe: Give me back my Ukrainian presidency
In his first press conference since fleeing Ukraine, impeached President Victor Yanukovych shook his fist at opposition leaders who ousted him — and EU officials who allowed it to happen.
- The Vatican's new normal: being home to an ex-pope
Despite concerns a year ago that having two living popes would split the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Benedict has done just what he said he would: enjoyed his retirement.
- Crimea sets date for autonomy vote amid gunmen, anti-Kiev protests
As armed men occupied the building and anti-Maidan protesters rallied outside, the parliament of the pro-Russia Ukrainian region went ahead with plans to push for greater independence from Kiev.
- Why Merkel is the key to Cameron's pledge to Britain
British Prime Minister Cameron promised that if his party wins 2015 elections, he'll seek to renegotiate terms of British membership in the EU.
- New hotspot for Russia-Ukraine tensions forms in Crimea
Pro-Ukraine Tatars, who suffered under the Soviets, clashed with a pro-Russian rally in front of Crimea's parliament in Simferopol today. 'They have never treated us as equals, and they won't now,' one said.
- Is Putin sending message to Ukraine with Russian military drills?
Putin's order for military exercises near Ukraine is sure to rattle nerves around Europe. But the Kremlin also appears hesitant to expand Russian Ukrainians' access to citizenship.
- Muqtada al-Sadr doesn't appear to have quit Iraqi politics
Iraqi Shiite cleric and political powerhouse Muqtada al-Sadr has reversed his promise to quit politics. It now looks like gamesmanship ahead of April parliamentary elections.
- Why French lawmakers want troops to stay in distant Central African Republic
Moral concerns appear to have outweighed public disapproval of the deployment in the national assembly's vote Tuesday.
- Ukraine disbands feared riot police unit that led crackdown on Kiev protesters
More than 80 people died in clashes that precipitated a change of government in Kiev, and the acting interior minister says the 'Golden Eagles' riot police must go.
- Sevastopol: A Russian city inside Ukraine's borders?
As Ukraine's interim government worries about holding the country together, Sevastopol, a seaside port on the Crimean peninsula, makes no bones about its Russian sympathies.
- Why Spain's militant ETA may be ending with a whimper
International mediators were shown a cache of weapons by ETA members who declared a ceasefire in 2011 after decades of violent struggle. A former ETA commando tells his story.
- As Renzi takes reins in Italy, a Herculean task awaits
Many Italians hope their new prime minister – who has never held national office – can get the country moving again.
- Russia slams Ukraine upheaval as illegal 'armed uprising'
The Russian prime minister attacked the legitimacy of Kiev's government, which ousted President Yanukovych over the weekend. But Moscow is waiting to see what happens next before acting.
- As Ukrainian opposition consolidates, Yanukovych's support base crumbles
The ousted president's own party has denounced his rule, underscoring the seismic political shift in Ukraine. But opposition leaders may not have it all their way.
- Italians take umbrage with 'Mafia' branding in Spanish restaurants
The Spain-based chain of restaurants uses imagery from the Godfather movies and real-life gangsters in its decor. Italians who have seen the real mafia's crimes are irate.
- Scottish bid to split brings rare unity among UK politicians
Three leaders from different parties have all aligned against the Scottish National Party's push for an independent Scotland, forcing it to make a stronger case ahead of the September vote.
- Ukraine's president and opposition cut a deal. Will protesters buy it?
The Ukrainian parliament has begun to implement a reform deal between President Yanukovych and opposition leaders. But the protesters on the Maidan want Yanukovych gone now.
- So much Dutch gold at Sochi. So why the frowns at home?
The Netherlands has earned more medals in the Winter Olympics than most. But was the king too exuberant? And those bronzes ... really?
- Ukraine protesters dig in after a deadly morning in Kiev
Ukraine's parliament voted to condemn the violence in Kiev Thursday, during which at least 60 people were killed as guns were used by police and protesters.