NATO

NATO Chief Proposes Defense Missile Shield With Russia

Nation & World - September 18, 2009

The head of NATO calls for linking defense systems against threats from Asia and the Middle East. more >>

Obama's Missile Defense Concession Holds an Opportunity for European Security

By Paul J. Saunders - Opinion - September 18, 2009

It's a concession, but it could present an opportunity as well. more >>

Why Obama Might Be Able to Reconcile with Russia

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - March 31, 2009

Moscow had grown more assertive in recent years, but the global recession may be a moderating influence more >>

Obama Heads to Europe to Pitch Economic Plan at G-20

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - March 30, 2009

On his first major foreign trip as president, Obama faces some doubts. more >>

President Obama's Speech on Afghanistan and Pakistan

Nation & World - March 27, 2009

The president announced a new strategy. more >>

French Return to NATO Military Command Could Spur Greater Alliance Mission Clarity

By Kenneth Weisbrode - Opinion - March 17, 2009

A French return to NATO's military structure might help set a new tone, Kenneth Weisbrode writes. more >>

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Invites Iran to Afghan Talks Table

Nation & World - March 6, 2009

Clinton moved to break the taboo on engaging with Iran. more >>

U.S. Military Eyes Alarming Spike in Attacks on Key Supply Convoys Into Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - December 22, 2008

Insurgents are alternately stealing and destroying vital equipment and supplies bound for U.S. bases. more >>

Declassified: the Secret Soviet Documents of a Leading CIA Spy

By Alex Kingsbury - Nation & World - December 16, 2008

Polish Col. Ryszard Kuklinski passed thousands of pages of Soviet military documents to the West. more >>

Troops See a Candid Robert Gates at Town Halls Meetings in Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - December 12, 2008

The Pentagon chief has blunt words for NATO, saying U.S. bears "disproportionate" share of mission. more >>

In Afghanistan, A Small Force of U.S. Soldiers Guards the Gates to Kabul

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - December 11, 2008

Reinforcements should arrive in January, but until then, U.S. troops are trying to hold the line. more >>

European Nations 'Expect a Lot' From an Obama Presidency

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - December 8, 2008

Officials have long list of issues to fix, from climate change to arms control, after rocky Bush years. more >>

Pakistan’s Use of Tribal Militias to Target Taliban Yields Mixed Results

By Jason Motlagh - Nation & World - December 5, 2008

U.S. officials have urged Pakistan to follow a model used in Iraq, but the parallels are limited. more >>

Why Russia May Become A Big Problem for Barack Obama

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - December 1, 2008

The Kremlin is less inclined to make nice, though the economic downturn may crimp Moscow's ambitions. more >>

Why NATO Allies May Not Be the Answer to the Military Challenges in Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - November 25, 2008

U.S. troops express concern that progress bought with their sweat and blood will be lost. more >>

For Obama: How to Manage Russia, Iran?

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - November 12, 2008

French foreign minister sees new opportunities. more >>

How Tough-Talking Russia Sees Obama

By Alastair Gee - Nation & World - November 7, 2008

Moscow lays down its political markers but doesn't want to upset business cooperation. more >>

Europeans Cheer Obama Now but May Complain Later On

By Thomas K. Grose - Nation & World - November 7, 2008

He's seen as better than Bush, but not all disputes will just fade away. more >>

In Afghanistan, U.S. Forces Face Growing Challenges—And a Rising Death Toll

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - October 7, 2008

The resurgent Taliban is drawing more U.S. forces into the battle. more >>

U.S. General Sees Little Progress in Large Areas of Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - October 1, 2008

Gen. David McKiernan says he needs more U.S. troops "as quickly as possible" to take on insurgents. more >>

Tensions Grow Between Russia and Ukraine

Nation & World - September 25, 2008

Diplomatic talks highlight the strain in relations over the Crimea region. more >>

Is Ukraine's Crimea the Next Flash Point With Russia?

By Alastair Gee - Nation & World - August 26, 2008

Ukraine fears that Moscow may try to use its military power to reclaim the strategic peninsula. more >>

Putin's Russia Acts Like a Great Power Again

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - August 22, 2008

With its military assault on Georgia, Moscow signals that it shouldn't be regarded as a has-been. more >>

Taliban Seeks to Destabilize Afghanistan's Capital

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - August 22, 2008

NATO faces intense fighting 30 miles from Kabul. more >>

Pentagon Plans to Send More Than 12,000 Additional Troops to Afghanistan

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - August 19, 2008

The U.S. commander there, in an exclusive interview, calls for a further buildup to counter the Taliban more >>