Jim Webb
latest news & developmentsUS senator meets Suu Kyi, Burma junta leader
US Senator Jim Webb met Burma’s top military leader and opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi on Saturday and announced the release of a jailed American.
US senator in landmark talks with Burma’s junta
US Senator Jim Webb began historic talks with Than Shwe on Saturday, becoming the first senior Washington official to meet the head of Burma’s regime.
Running mate sought as Obama shifts gear
Democratic party officials disclosed on Thursday that Barack Obama has sanctioned a hunt for a vice-presidential candidate, a further sign that he regards the battle with Hillary…
Bush faces new political battle over Iraq withdrawal
United States President George Bush on Sunday faced a new clash with congressional Democrats over the unpopular war in Iraq as Senate Democrats reportedly reached a deal that…