Iran Nuclear Talks Extended, But Hopes Remain Dim -- Washington Post
Negotiators from Iran and six world powers decided Tuesday to extend nuclear talks for a second day as diplomats weighed competing plans for addressing international anxieties over Iran’s rapid gains in nuclear technology.
The unscheduled extension came after a day of private exchanges that one Western diplomat characterized as “useful.” The United States and five other powers started the talks with a new proposal calling on Iran to give up parts of its nuclear program in exchange for partial relief from economic sanctions.
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MIDDLE EAST
Insight: Syria rebels bolstered by new arms but divisions remain.
Syrian government accused of targeting hospitals as war rages. Syrian military targets Aleppo, leaving 70 children dead.
Syrian opposition pledges to attend Rome summit.
Syria says 'ready' for talks with rebels. Russia wants U.S. to help foster dialogue in Syria.
Researchers say Stuxnet was deployed against Iran in 2007.
Return of sectarian threats in Iraq raises alarm.
Iran, world powers see little chance of breakthrough in new nuclear talks.
Exclusive: Iran said to deploy aging foreign tankers, avoiding sanctions.
Iran’s parliament approves North Korean-educated military official as communications minister.
Israel says rocket fired from Gaza. Rocket explodes in Israel, first attack from Gaza since November truce.
Thousands mourn Palestinian prisoner, revolt fears grow.
ASIA
Thai PM Yingluck may seek Malaysia's help on insurgency.
North Korea expanding 'deplorable' gulags.
Drop in Taliban attacks incorrect.
Vietnam to participate in UN peacekeeping missions.
Philippines martial law victims to receive reparations.
Sri Lankan forces 'raped' Tamils in custody, study says.
BBC blocked in China just days after reporting on Chinese hackers.
Ex-NBA star Dennis Rodman on peace mission to North Korea. Rodman, Globetrotters visit North Korea.
AFRICA
Scandal claims dominate Kenya poll debate.
Eight killed in fighting between Congo rebel factions: sources.
Car bomb hits northern Mali town of Kidal: army.
French in tough fight in northern Mali.
Tunisia police launch manhunt for killer of opposition politician.
Egypt suspends Luxor balloon flights after deadly crash. 18 killed as hot air balloon explodes, plummets in Egypt.
Tribal clashes in Sudan's Darfur kill more than 500-MP.
Video claims Nigeria sect holds 7 French hostages.
Tunisia arrests suspect in killing that sparked unrest.
EUROPE
Portugal opposition chief demands renegotiation of bailout.
Armenian opposition leader may challenge president's reelection.
Eurozone crisis live: Italian political deadlock sends markets tumbling.
Berlusconi revives political career in chaotic Italian election.
Italy faces political deadlock after vote.
After election win, Anastasiades tackles Cyprus bailout.
Scandal threatens to overshadow pope's final days.
Benedict XVI to be known as 'pope emeritus'.
Litvinenko lawyer accuses UK of cover up to help Russia ties.
AMERICAS
Obama highlights the defense hit in budget cuts battle.
Colombia to send committee for release of German hostages.
Cuba says cigar sales $416 million last year.
Most Venezuelans think Chavez will recover: poll.
Looming U.S. cuts spur mass release of illegal immigrants.
'Sequester' scare tactics? White House details 'devastating' 50-state impact.
White House will soon revive cybersecurity legislation push.
US oil imports from Middle East increase.
US court begins BP trial over Gulf oil spill.
Announcement that Raul Castro is in his final term met mostly with silence in Miami.
Colombia coffee growers on strike clash with the police.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
ACLU, media groups press for greater transparency at Guantanamo court.
France says will not negotiate with Cameroon hostage-takers.
Malian jihadists aware of al Qaeda's advice on avoiding drone attacks.
Mali Islamists warned about Sharia in al-Qaeda 'manifesto'.
United Nations removes Osama bin Laden from sanctions list.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
U.S. Fed Chief Bernanke defends asset buying as benefits outweigh risks.
Inmates go high-tech as startup mania hits San Quentin.
Kim Dotcom's Mega to expand into encrypted email.
Just like that, safe havens are in favor.
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