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Iran nuclear deal talks bearish for crude oil prices
Negotiations with Iran could be bearish for oil prices over the next 18 months, according to BofA's Francisco Blanch.
M Rochan Apr 07, 2015
Obama slows Afghanistan troop withdrawal
US President Barack Obama pledged to keep the US force at its current strength in Afghanistan.
Maria Khan Mar 24, 2015
Israel spied on Iran nuclear talks 'to undermine US diplomacy'
Israel spied on US Iran's nuclear talks and passed vital information to US Congress to undermine the talks.
Maria Khan Mar 24, 2015
Netanyahu speech: Does Bibi face oblivion if Congress gamble fails?
If Netanyahu's gamble pays off, he could win the nuclear battle. If it doesn't, he faces oblivion.
Ross Cypher-Burley Mar 03, 2015
Benjamin Netanyahu is alienating America's pro-Israel Jews with his US Congress speech
Israel leader accused of using US politics for personal political gain amid Knesset elections.
Shane Croucher Mar 03, 2015
Obama: Iran must halt nuclear work for at least a decade
US President Obama says Iran must freeze its nuclear program for at least 10 years for a deal to be reached.
Maria Khan Mar 02, 2015
Netanyahu calls US Congress speech 'historic mission'
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu heads to Washington to press his case against the Iranian nuclear deal.
Maria Khan Mar 01, 2015
US Department of Homeland Security narrowly avoids shutdown
The US Congress passed a temporary, last-minute bill to avert a partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
Yasmin Kaye Feb 28, 2015
Isis: US should not get dragged back into 'ground war', says Obama
US President Barack Obama announced on Wednesday (11 February) that he had sent a draft resolution ton Congress to authorize use of force against Islamic State militants in Iraq and Syria. He was careful to outline what, exactly, that included.
Adam Justice Feb 12, 2015
Obama to veto Keystone XL oil pipeline bill passed by US Congress
1,179-mile pipeline is expected to carry 830,000 barrels of Canadian oil sands petroleum per day to Nebraska.
Jerin Mathew Feb 12, 2015
Barack Obama asks US Congress to authorise 3-year military campaign against Isis
President sends lawmakers joint resolution to permit the use of military force against jihadists.
Umberto Bacchi Feb 11, 2015
India: AAP routs BJP and Congress in Delhi polls as PM Modi bites the dust
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) led by Arvind Kejriwal poised for landslide victory in Delhi elections drubbing BJP.
Vasudevan Sridharan Feb 10, 2015
US President Obama sends $4trn budget to Congress seeking tax hikes for wealthier Americans
Barak Obama is set to clash with the Republican-controlled Congress with a $4trn budget hiking taxes on corporations and public spending.
Fiona Keating Feb 02, 2015
White House: Obama will not meet Netanyahu on his Washington trip
White House: 'US presidents do not meet heads of state close to their elections.'
Maria Khan Jan 22, 2015
US President Barack Obama's State of the Union address in full
Obama delivers his sixth and penultimate annual State of the Union address to Congress.
Staff Reporter Jan 21, 2015
State of the Union address: Obama vows to hunt down terrorists from 'Pakistan to Paris'
President Obama urges Republican-controlled Congress to show unity in stepping up military campaign against Isis.
Vasudevan Sridharan Jan 21, 2015
Barack Obama set to deliver State of the Union address riding on improving economy
Democrat Obama is poised to deliver his sixth State of the Union speech in front of the Republican-controlled Congress.
Vasudevan Sridharan Jan 20, 2015
Palestine ICC bid: Israel calls on Congress to stop $400m aid
Israeli government furious after Palestinian Authority files documents to join International Criminal Court.
Umberto Bacchi Jan 05, 2015
Obama's Immigration Overhaul to Shield Five Million Illegal Immigrants from Deportation
Obama invokes wrath of newly emboldened Republicans with announcement of sweeping immigration reforms.
Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 21, 2014
US Midterm Elections: Democrats and Republicans Vow to Ease Political Gridlocks
President Barack Obama signals he is ready to work with Republicans on getting through legislative business.
Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 06, 2014
Republican Takeover: Nomura Warns US Foreign Policy Will Shift on Midterm Election Result
Prominent political risk analyst reveals the senate change will lead to a refocus away from domestic policy
Lianna Brinded Nov 05, 2014
US Midterm Elections: Republicans Wrest Control of Senate, Set to Raise House Majority
Republicans' complete control of power in Congress likely to complicate Obama's last two years in office.
Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 05, 2014
Secret Service Director Julia Pierson Admits Failure in Guarding White House and Protecting US President
On 19 September, an intruder bypassed five rings of security at one of the world's most secure properties.
Maria Khan Sep 30, 2014
US Secret Service Director Julia Pierson to Face Congress After Failing to Protect President Obama
The hearing was confirmed following the recent White House break-in involving Iraq war veteran, Omar Gonzales.
Maria Khan Sep 30, 2014
Miliband's £8 Pledge Taps into a Global Trend but Fails to Inspire His Party Faithful
The Labour Party leader wants to increase the national minimum wage to £8 by 2020.
Ian Silvera Sep 23, 2014
US Gives $500m in Aid, Weapons and Training to Syrian Rebels in Fight Against Isis
But defence chief Martin Dempsey says arming 10,000 Syrian rebels may not be enough to fight jihadists.
Tabatha Kinder Sep 19, 2014
US Fast Food Strikes: Why Thousands of Workers Feel Nickeled and Dimed
The minimum wage industrial action has revived the US' labour movement.
Ian Silvera Sep 05, 2014
Obama Seeks Congress Approval For $500m to Arm Syrian Rebels
Washington believes aid will equip Syrian opposition to fight Bashar al-Assad and Isis Sunni insurgents.
Vasudevan Sridharan Jun 27, 2014
India Elections 2014: How Did Bollywood Politicians Fare in the Battle of the Ballot?
Celebrity participation in Indian politics has grown remarkably over the years.
Kabita Maharana May 16, 2014
India Election 2014: Who Will Hold Key Positions Under 'Prime Minister' in Waiting Narendra Modi?
Narendra Modi's stronger-than-expected performance in the elections has given him greater leeway in shaping his incoming cabinet.
Jijo Jacob May 16, 2014
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