Russia’s invasion of the Crimean Peninsula could have a major impact on U.S. foreign policy regarding such issues as Iran’s nuclear program, Syria’s civil war and Afghanistan. Analysts say NATO also must consider changes to counter Russian troop movements in Ukraine. VOA's Meredith Buel reports.
Shoulder-fired missiles are a highly-effective weapon and could be a game changer in the Syrian civil war -- if US changes its mind and supports their use
The US hoped the peace talks in Geneva would bring a breakthrough, but the latest round ended in deadlock
Top Iraqi officials hoping country’s military will not be forced to storm cities of Fallujah and Ramadi to secure restive Anbar province
Two nations will resume their Strategic Dialogue on Monday, and they are hoping to end years of acrimony over such issues as drone strikes and raid that killed Osama bin Laden
Civil rights leader led struggle for black equality and voting rights
More than 1,000 people have died in past two weeks in clashes among armed opposition groups and infighting appears to be benefiting government in Damascus
Explosion of bloodshed continues in Mideast as civil war in Syria spreads violence and extremism to neighboring countries
Militants have taken over neighborhoods in Fallujah and Ramadi in western Anbar province, a hotbed of Sunni extremism
Humanitarian crisis in Syria worsens and millions of Syrians face hunger, disease and winter weather
White House warns move may undermine diplomatic efforts to curb the country’s controversial nuclear program
Experts point to anticipated Free Syrian Army boycott, deep-seated mutual mistrust, recent battlefield advances by Assad troops as major impediments for planned January 22 talks
Israel is concerned Iran is too close to building a bomb and wants its nuclear capabilities rolled back
Talks between world powers and Iran scheduled to resume this week over country’s controversial nuclear program
Nouri al-Maliki is scheduled to meet Friday at White House with Obama, where he's expected to seek help in fighting insurgents in his violence-plagued country
Saudi officials are expressing anger and concern over America’s evolving policies in Middle East
An estimated 200,000 militiamen are spread across country's towns and cities
Iran expected to introduce new proposals regarding its controversial nuclear program in negotiations with major Western nations
Talks at United Nations are fueling cautious hope for progress after decade of failed diplomacy
Rouhani's conciliatory approach ahead of UN General Assembly raises hopes there may be opportunity to negotiate with Iran over nuclear program
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