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Why lifting sanctions against Sudan is the right call
Sudan is still an important outside influence on South Sudan, so lifting sanctions paves the way for a more constructive peace process in South Sudan
Kerry on Iran deal: US officials ‘have no illusions’ about risks
US Secretary of State John Kerry has sought to reassure sceptics in the US Congress who worry that Iran might not follow through on its obligations.
US could lift Rwanda sanctions if Kigali cuts M23 ties
After freezing financial aid to Kigali, Washington has indicted it is ready to lift sanctions against Rwanda if it severs ties with rebel group M23.
Alleged US drone strike leaves al-Shabab member dead
A drone attack on Somalia’s al-Shabab has left a top suicide bomb-maker for the rebel group dead, say government officials.
France warns US to stop snooping on telephone calls
In a meeting with the US secretary of state, France has demanded an explanation of the latest revelations about a controversial US spying programme.
US shutdown: Why are Americans so complacent?
In the US there is a sense of submission to a political system that is held hostage by private interests and corporate lobbying, writes Gavin Silber.
US suspends military, financial assistance to Egypt
Washington says it has stopped shipments of major military hardware and halted $260-million in cash aid to Egypt’s military leaders.
US raids on Somalia, Libya yields more questions than answers
A failed raid in Somalia and anger at the capture of an al-Qaeda leader in Libya has focused on the US’s problems in its fight against militants.
US govt shutdown: House Republican leader offers glimmer of hope
As meetings take place to prevent the US government from closing down, a House Republican leader has hinted that his party could offer a new plan.
Why is America giving gun licences to blind people?
It might seem like asking for trouble, but Iowa is not the only US state to allow blind people to carry guns.
France poised to launch action against Syria
France is mobilised and ready to launch military action over the use of chemical weapons by the Syrian regime, says President Francois Hollande.
Kerry: Syria has 1 000 tonnes of chemicals
US Secretary of State John Kerry has said that Syria is holding thousands of tonnes of unmixed "binary components".
Anticipated strike on Syria sends rebels into hiding
An expected US-led strike on Syria has not only put government forces on alert, it has also alarmed Islamist rebels – who worry they too are targets.
UK opposes Syria intervention as US considers actions
Britain will not join any military action against Syria after a stunning parliamentary defeat of a government motion on the issue.
SA slams West’s ‘dangerous rhetoric’ on military action in Syria
SA has criticised "the possibility of a military intervention" in Syria by the West, calling on all sides to negotiate a better solution.