Political scenarios for Greece as it heads to referendum
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras's plan to hold a referendum on July 5 on creditors demands for austerity has all but killed off talks for aid and left the country close to a default and a financial crisis that could pave the way for a euro zone exit.
A guide to nuclear talks between Iran and six major powers
Iran and six world powers - the United States, Britain, France, Germany, Russia and China - are in what may be the final phase of negotiations aimed at securing a deal on sanctions relief in exchange for limits on Iranian nuclear activities.
Putin out to seize control of Ukraine, says Kiev defense chief
The West should not drop its guard over Ukraine, the country's defense minister said on Friday, saying a build-up of Russian forces in support of separatists showed President Vladimir Putin was bent on seizing control of the country.
EU leaders want Greece deal on Wed, won't negotiate at summit
European Union leaders will not negotiate financing-for-reforms with Greece at their summit on Thursday and want Athens to reach a deal with euro zone finance ministers on Wednesday even if talks are to take all night, a senior EU official said.
Philippines steps up drills with U.S., Japan forces near South China Sea
The Philippines will hold separate naval exercises with U.S. and Japanese forces this week on a Philippine island that is not far from the disputed Spratly archipelago, where China's rapid creation of seven island outposts is stoking regional tensions.
EU keeps up pressure on Russia by extending economic sanctions
European Union foreign ministers extended economic sanctions on Russia until Jan. 31 on Monday, keeping up pressure on Moscow to help resolve the Ukraine conflict.
Pentagon chief to push U.S. allies to ditch 'Cold War playbook'
U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter will urge NATO allies to "dispose of the Cold War playbook" during a trip to Europe this week, as the alliance adapts to a new kind of threat from Russia in the east and Islamic State to the south, U.S. officials said.
U.S. to face differences with China head on at talks next week
The United States said on Thursday it would not "paper over" differences between the United States and China when top officials of the world's two largest economies meet to discuss financial and political strategy in Washington next week.
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