Diplomacy

Iranian Foreign Policy Going Nuclear?

Uncertainty over whether caretaker foreign minister, a nuclear expert, will continue in post.

Can Kiir Cut It as President of New State?

Many ex-African rebel leaders have failed as statesmen - but the South Sudan leader may buck the trend.

Charm Offensive Belies Turkmen Reality

Azeri Government Fury at Leaked Mafia Comparison

Officials say opposition briefings provided basis for allegations that Azerbaijani leaders behave like characters from Godfather films.

Clinton to Pay Landmark Visit to Uzbekistan

Ahmadinejad Was Freed Hiker's Captor, Not Saviour

Iran’s president pretends he had nothing to do with detaining alleged spies, but reveals himself by taking credit for Sarah Shourd’s release.

Turkmen Air Force Chief Jailed for Helicopter Crash

Uzbek-German Deal May Signal Broader Security Cooperation with West

Turkmen-Afghan Ties Based Mainly Around Trade

Moscow Extends Lease on Armenian Base

Critics say security partnership serves Russian aims far more than Armenian interests.