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Can Iran's President Rouhani deliver on his 'charm offensive'?An exchange of letters between President Rouhani and President Obama has raised hopes that Iran and the US can move toward a deal over Iran's controversial nuclear program.
Civil war within a civil war? Syrian rebel infighting raises new worries.In Syria, Al Qaeda-linked rebel groups have been battling secular-leaning rebel groups near the Turkish border.
Did Brazil's president just knock down US influence a notch or two?The postponement of President Dilma Rousseff's US state visit is a blow. But her domestic political standing may be as much a factor as anger over NSA spying.
Turkey shoots down Syrian helicopter after airspace violationTurkey is openly opposed to the Assad regime and has supported rebel groups, allowing weapons to cross the Turkish border to Assad's chagrin.
UN Syria chemical weapons report: What will it say?The UN report on chemical weapons in Syria is expected to confirm an attack occurred – not identify who carried it out.
Separatist clashes in Philippines could renew insurgencyTwo separate incidents, both carried out by Muslim separatist groups, indicate that more than four decades of religious conflict are not over.
Could Russia oppose enforcement of its own proposal on Syria?Russia pushed Syria to agree to put its chemical stockpile under international control. But Putin's government is opposing a UN resolution that would outline strict consequences for Syria if it doesn't comply.
France to take Syria chemical weapons issue to UNA Russian proposal to put Syria's chemical weapons stockpile under international control has revived international diplomacy on Syria.
Report claims chemical weapons used in Syria without Assad's approvalAs Obama argues for military intervention in Syria, President Assad says he wasn't involved in the use of chemical weapons there and the US could see consequences if they act.
G20 economic summit: It's all about SyriaAlthough the G20 is focused on economic policy, the big issue will be a response to Syria – not the first time the group has veered into security issues.
Could Putin change his mind on action against Syria?Putin said that Russia would take a 'principled position' once it got 'objective, precise data' on who alleged chemical weapons use in Syria.
Brazil, Mexico angrily demand answers from US over alleged NSA 'violations'Newly published documents released by Edward Snowden indicate the US spied on the presidents of both countries.
Will the US go it alone on Syria?Any attack on Syria in response to alleged chemical weapons use will have to move forward without Britain, after its Parliament rejected intervention.
US, British lawmakers try to slow the march toward Syria strikeUS and British lawmakers, stunned by the speed at which their leaders rallied for a Syria strike, demanded a say in decisions on intervention.
Britain to UN: 'live up to your responsibilities' on SyriaAs the US prepares a potential military strike on Syria, British Prime Minister Cameron announced he will make a renewed push for the UN Security Council to protect civilians.
Kerry says there must be 'accountability' for SyriaThe international community is still waiting on the results of a UN investigation into whether chemical weapons were used in Syria last week.
Snipers fire at UN chemical weapons team in SyriaThe United Nations inspectors were heading to the site of last week's alleged chemical weapons attack when unidentified gunmen forced the convoy to retreat.
UN: Syrian war has uprooted 1 million childrenThe 1 million children who have fled Syria, and the 2 million displaced within the country, have been largely unable to get an education or receive help coping.
Chemical weapons in Syria: Latest suspicions revive 'red line' debateSyrian opposition groups allege that the regime killed more than 1,300 people with the help of chemical weapons. The government denies the reports.
Syrian opposition alleges another chemical weapon attack by AssadJust days after a UN team arrived in Syria to investigate alleged chemical weapons use, opposition groups say the government made use of an unknown 'poison gas.'
