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Iran-US 'constructive engagement'? 5 things to watch forIran has been sending a record flurry of signals that it wants to reengage with 'a changed world.' What are the key issues that the US and Iran must grapple with?
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.- The wisdom of Maxwell Smart on the NSA and SyriaThe '60s TV super-spy and his boss on trust, security theater, and protecting secrets.
Syria gas attack: Does Russia know something that the US doesn't?As diplomats negotiate a new UN resolution, Russia claims new evidence implicating Syrian rebels in last month's gas attack.
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.
Who are Syria's rebels?It's important to remember that the source of information about Syria's rebels is as important as the information itself.
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.
Attack on US consulate in Afghanistan may cast a shadow over Syria debateTaliban insurgents in Herat explode truck bomb outside former five star hotel killing three local security force members.
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.
Syrian chemical weapons claims: How strong is the evidence?Depends on who you ask.
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.
Egypt press crackdown and propagandaThe information wars are heating up in Egypt.
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.
