Presidents Drive for Carbon Pricing Fails to Win at Home
President Obama stood in the chamber of the United Nations General Assembly last week and urged the world to follow his example and fight global warming. But a major new declaration calling for a global price on carbon ��� signed by 74 countries and .
Kerry Welcoming, but Wary of Netanyahu
WASHINGTON ��� Secretary of State John Kerry tried to lower the temperature on Sunday in the three-way fight among congressional Republicans, the Obama administration and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, saying that Mr. Netanyahu was .
Iran Sanctions Supporters Dont Want To Improve Nuclear Talks. They Want To.
Coming a day after President Barack Obama threatened to veto new Iran-related sanctions legislation that he said could harm the negotiations, Boehners move looked like a smart way to reinforce support for such bills -- a priority for the Republican.
Fear of democracy-- Netanyahu calls for Palestinian deal to.
I havent seen this in the mainstream US press, but its in the Forward, picking up Haaretz, and the Times of Israel: ���The purpose of the. Surely nothing concrete to try and save the Jewish state; Netanyahu made no mention of John Kerrys white horse, the new Arab Peace Initiative. Though even David.. Mr. Burkhalter replied that Mr. Netanyahu was welcome to visit Switzerland any time and learn about that countrys experience with referendums. Left-leaning Israeli��.
As Iraqi Kurds Gain Ground From IS, Local Sunnis Are Wary
But the Sunni villagers also know it will take time to convince the newcomers they hold no allegiance to the Islamic State. The militants left much devastation before they fled. Many in Eski Mosul admit they welcomed the IS when the group first arrived.
Deadly Attacks in Xinjiang Go Unreported in China.
Kerry and Netanyahu Hold Phone Conversation Amid Tensions. But these events, all reported by Radio Free Asia, took place in China, and the countrys news outlets, controlled by the ruling Communist Party, have yet to acknowledge they even took place. All three occurred in. The New York Times was able to independently corroborate some of the details in the Radio Free Asia reports. President. South Korean Island Grows Wary After Welcoming the Chinese��.
Why Are Obama and Kerry Wasting Their Time With Iraq.
So why are President Barack Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry, in the midst of the unfolding Gulf War III, wasting time pretending they might save the old carcass?. Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu, who strongly advocated the US invasion of Iraq, on Sunday gave up the ghost on the Iraq project.. And the big signal from this poll is that Americans are very concerned but very wary, meaning that any actions have to be carefully chosen and of limited scope.
NYC mayor, police signal truce
De Blasio at a Monday press conference said he believed it was a ���mistake��� for Patrick Lynch, the president of the Patrolmens Benevolent Association in New York, to have made the ���blood��� on his hands comment. But de Blasio also sought to soothe.
Departing Lawmakers Bemoan the Decline of Compromise
WASHINGTON ��� With more than 120 years in the House and Senate among them, four lawmakers offered a bit of parting wisdom to Capitol Hill newcomers: Partisanship is easy, governing is hard. As the 114th Congress prepares to convene on Tuesday, .
WH downplays criticism of Israeli envoy
A member of the presidents inner circle told The New York Times that the administration was upset that Israeli ambassador Ron Dermer had repeatedly placed the political fortunes of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu above the relationship between the.
2015 ISC in Munich: Europe Wary of US All Options Threat.
The Western media were trying to spin a sort of American association with the peace effort, saying that Kerry welcomed the latest peace initiative as ���helpful���. The New York Times ran this hollow headline: US and Europe Working to End Ukraine Conflict. But. But heres the thing: the Europeans seem to be waking up to the fact that they stand to lose far more than Washington if the latters agenda for escalating violence continues... Notify me of new posts by email. ?
US Announces Protections for Transgender Workers
WASHINGTON ��� The Justice Department is now interpreting federal law to explicitly prohibit workplace discrimination against transgender people, according to a memo released Thursday by Attorney General Eric Holder. That means the Justice Department .
Ottawa Police Arrest Man After Hotel Evacuation
But authorities considered them serious enough to evacuate two Halifax neighborhoods and the Ottawa hotel, and the suspect was arrested after negotiations with police, said Ottawa Const. Chuck Benoit. Police later said no hazardous materials were found .
Palin Meets With Netanyahu in Israel - First Draft - The New.
2:40 p.m. | Updated Sarah Palin, the former governor of Alaska, was scheduled to dine in Jerusalem with Israels prime minister on Monday evening after a whirlwind tour that was heavy on holy sites but devoid of public��.
Syria claims full membership in global chemical weapons ban
US secretary of state John Kerry rejected president Bashar Assads claim that Syria would take a standard month to declare its chemical assets after signing the convention... ���We are getting now a lot of support from our American friends, but I cant talk in detail about all kinds of the support.. The Obama administration and lawmakers attacked an op-ed by Russian president Vladimir Putin in todays New York Times arguing for diplomacy and against US strikes.
John Kerry will not be denied - Reuters
The New York Times ignored it.. Exhausted by two long wars, Americans were wary of ambitious new foreign engagements���certainly of military ones, but of entangling diplomatic ones, too.. Kerry held three meetings with Netanyahu and Abbas in three days, including one meeting with the Israeli prime minister that lasted six hours, until 3 a.m. On June 29, he canceled a trip to the United Arab Emirates so he.. ���This is a significant and welcome step forward.
A Much-Needed Treat, and a Welcome Surprise - NYTimes.
But there was still a small tingling in my gut that stemmed from the excitement of getting a now-rare caffeinated treat full of sugar and awesomeness. I should explain. Photo.. The New York Times �� More Video ��. Now Playing��.
Something Something About Diplomacy, Nice Doggies, And.
White House officials were at first wary that Mr. Dermer would politicize relations between Washington and Jerusalem, but over time cultivated a working relationship with him after concluding that there were advantages in his��.
Jeb Bush Sounds Sympathetic Note for Immigrants
SAN FRANCISCO ��� In a sweeping speech that leaned heavily on economic policy, former Gov. Jeb Bush of Florida on Friday described immigrants as the ���engine of economic vitality��� before calling for a more welcoming immigration policy that could put him .
US Naval Ties With China Advance, Symbolically - NYTimes.
While the United States chief of naval operations was spending time aboard Chinas aircraft carrier, the Chinese Navy was participating for the first time in the United States-led multinational exercises off Hawaii.. The United States Navy had kept score: In the past year, two senior Chinese military commanders had been invited on board American aircraft carriers, but the Chinese had yet to reciprocate. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel toured the Liaoning, Chinas��.
Cartoons Spoofing Corrupt Politicians in China Anger City
President Xi Jinping of China has vowed that there will be no relenting in his sweeping crackdown on official corruption, but an artist in the central city of Changsha who mounted his own campaign is facing a government slap down. In the past week or.
Markey and Lynch Vie to Replace Kerry in Massachusetts.
A new 60-second campaign video introduces Mr. Lynch, 57, a former ironworker from South Boston, to voters as someone who pulled himself up by the bootstraps. ���He has never forgotten where he came from,��� the narrator��.
Shocked White House Slams Fabrication After Israel TV.
Recall that here things were already on the verge of disaster after for some reason, Kerry was unleashed to arrange a ceasefire with Israel, when in reality the SecState somehow managed to infuriate every single feuding. The transcript, as shown by the Times of Israel was as follows:... The new Jew, who denies the existence of the Jewish nationality, is not only a deserter in the religious sense, but is also a traitor to his people, his race and even to his family.
Iran fight tests Obamas clout
. with Obama reportedly urging senators against actions for short-term political gain, according to The New York Times. Menendez reportedly stood up and said he took ���personal offense.��� Supporters of the sanctions bill stopped short of predicting.
VIDEO Sending Weapons to Ukraine Would Escalate.
Lavrov: Russia set to promote peace process in Ukraine -Europe Fractures: France Pivots To Putin, Cyprus Offers Moscow Military Base, Germany-US Splinter On Ukraine -Europe Wary of US All Options Threat to Russia Would escalate the. The headlines are coming thick and fast but most prescient appears to be: Despite John Kerrys denial of any split between Germany and US over arms deliveries to Ukraine, German Foreign Minister Steinmeier slammed��.
Israel-Palestine: Beyond The Liberal Imaginary | Global.
The New York Times has long ranked high on this list, if not at its top! This letter is particularly concerned with the misleading characterizations of Hamas, and the failure to pass judgment on the Netanyahu leadership as��.
Unicef Calls 2014 One of Worst Years for Children
But taken in their entirety, they presented what Unicef called a devastating picture. ���Never in recent memory have so many. More than 430 children have been killed or wounded, three times as many as in 2013. In Gaza, the report said, the 50-day.
Obama Defends Progress Against Extremists
Mr. Obama flew to a New Jersey military base to thank troops for their service heading into the holiday season and to defend his handling of national security at a time of multiple challenges. While critics have said the campaign against the Islamic.
Comments Used in Case Against Pu Zhiqiang Spread Online
Mr. Shang said that a document circulating with Mr. Pus 28 comments was authentic but added that he and his fellow defense lawyer, Mo Shaoping, were not involved in releasing it on the Internet. The 28 Weibo posts are the prosecutors sole evidence .
War Crimes Court Opens Probe Into Palestinian Territories
THE HAGUE, Netherlands ��� The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court launched a preliminary probe Friday that could clear the way for a full-scale investigation into possible war crimes in Palestinian territories ��� plunging the court into the.
Controversy mounts over Netanyahu speech to Congress.
Its unfortunate that President Obama and Secretary Kerry are choosing not to meet with the Prime Minister. But. In order to do our part to make the Israeli Prime Minister feel welcome in Washington, ECI will host a reception in the Prime Ministers honor to make clear, in case theres any doubt, that whatever the president does or says, Americans value our friendship with our ally. The New York Times is far more careful in its treatment, but not Barak Ravid at Haaretz.
A selection of views on Kerrys peace initiative - Mondoweiss
This is a significant and welcome step forward.. The New York Times story on the announcement, ���Kerry Achieves Deal to Revive Mideast Talks,��� offers wan hope... Kerry was able to push Netanyahu a little more than usual this week, but that was nothing compared to what will be required to get Netanyahu to agree to sharing Jerusalem, provide some concession on the refugee issue and limit his own draconian security demands, which currently include a very��.
