Glafcos Clerides, former president of Cyprus, dies at 94
(Laurent Gillieron / AP)
The two-term president spent most of his 50 years in politics trying to reunify the ethnically split island.
Russia pursues artist who nailed himself to Red Square
Of course it was frightening and painful. That was the point.
On a wintry day, a radioactive last voyage
A deal to use Russian weapons-grade uranium to run American power plants reaches a successful end.
Egypt hosts top Russian officials, turning away from U.S.
Rift over Morsi coup, suspension of military aid are reordering the longtime U.S.-Egyptian alliance.
Iranian nuclear talks end without a deal
Secretary of State John F. Kerry says talks were “very productive.” Officials will resume discussions Nov. 20.
Kerry: Gaps remain in Iran nuclear talks
Officials say a breakthrough on an interim deal is possible after years of failed negotiations.
Manfred Rommel, son of WWII military leader, dies at 84
Mr. Rommel served for 22 years as mayor of Stuttgart.
Intrigue, innuendo set dramatic tone at Bolshoi acid trial
Artistic Director Sergei Filin testifies about the attack that nearly completely blinded him.
In Poland, Kerry says U.S. must balance privacy, security
Chief U.S. diplomat focuses on spying scandal, military and economic collaboration during visit.
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