Sunday, May 23, 2010

World News Briefs -- May 23, 2010



At West Point, Obama Offers New Security Strategy -- Washington Post

WEST POINT, N.Y. -- President Obama on Saturday offered a glimpse of a new national security doctrine that distances his administration from George W. Bush's policy of preemptive war, emphasizing global institutions and America's role in promoting democratic values.

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MIDDLE EAST

Iraqi prime minister Maliki warns against rushing to form new government.

Israel rejects Qatar bid to restore diplomatic ties.

Israeli nuclear whistleblower back in jail.

Hamas house demolitions spark criticism.

ASIA

Insurgents attack NATO's southern Afghan base.

South Korea to take ship case to U.N.

Thailand extends curfew in capital, provinces.

U.S. to extend Kyrgyz air base fuel contract despite questions about operations.

Indian officials probe plane crash that killed 158.

AFRICA

Three killed in fresh Nigerian sectarian attack: military.

Fighting in Somali capital kills 20, rights group.

Ethiopia is voting for new parliament.

EUROPE

Europeans fear crisis threatens liberal benefits.

Paris art heist: The alarm that didn't sound, the dog that didn't bark.

Baby Gap: Germany's birth rate hits historic low.

AMERICAS

Frustration mounts as oil seeps into Gulf wetlands.

Canada top commander charged with murder, assault.

Mexico suspends search for missing ex-candidate.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

N.Y. bomb plot probe shows radicalism might be on the rise among Pakistani elite.

Yemeni cleric advocates killing US civilians.

Senators: Obama admin keeps Congress in dark on intel.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

BA boss says 'opportunity' to avert strike remains.

As Europe falters, China balks at revaluing yuan.

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