United States and Canada

The United States has enjoyed an unparalleled period of peace and prosperity since the end of the Second World War, due to its construction of a rules-based international order and maintenance of close alliances and partnerships. Canada has been a key partner for the United States, both due to their close economic links and their shared border, the world’s longest at 5,525 miles. Canada is also a key NATO ally for the United States and is active in international diplomacy around the world.

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May 15, 2013

US Moving 200 Marines to Sicily for Libya: Italy

By AFP

From AFP:  Italy on Wednesday said the United States was transferring 200 marines and two planes to its base at Sigonella in Sicily to deploy in Libya in case US diplomats come under attack as they did last year.

United States and Canada

New Atlanticist

May 14, 2013

Forging a Trilateral Bond: Solving the Transatlantic Problem by Expanding It

By James Joyner

“If the United States and Europe are to remain competitive—economically, politically, and strategically—in this increasingly multipolar world, they must reach out to partners who share their values and can contribute to a stronger transatlantic economy. That partner is Latin America.”

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May 14, 2013

Russia Expels US Diplomat Accused of Spying

By Paul Sonne and Gregory L. White, Wall Street Journal

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May 14, 2013

French Defense Minister: Groups from Mali Seeking ‘New Terrorist Hotbed’ in Libya

By Jamey Keaten, AP

From Jamey Keaten, AP:  Terror groups ousted from Mali appear to be trying to set up a new haven in Libya, France’s defense minister said Monday, vowing to discuss ways of helping Tripoli improve its shaky security with U.S. officials later this week.

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May 14, 2013

Surge of Cyberattacks from the Middle East Against US Corporations

By David E. Sanger and Nicole Perlroth, New York Times

From David E. Sanger and Nicole Perlroth, New York Times:  A new wave of cyberattacks is striking American corporations, prompting warnings from federal officials, including a vague one issued last week by the Department of Homeland Security.

Cybersecurity Security & Defense

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May 14, 2013

Germany Cancels ‘Euro Hawk’ Drone Program

By AFP

From AFP:  Germany has cancelled a planned ‘Euro Hawk’ drone programme fearing European authorities will not certify them, a defence ministry source said Tuesday after reported European safety concerns.

Drones Technology & Innovation

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May 13, 2013

US Reluctant to Support More European Adventures in MENA

By Richard Gowan, World Politics Review

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May 13, 2013

Europe’s Strategic Future: Implications of the Eurozone Crisis

By Atlantic Council and the Royal United Services Institute

The Atlantic Council and the Royal United Services Institute have issued a joint publication entitled Europe’s Strategic Future: Implications of the Eurozone Crisis. The report features perspectives from the United States, the United Kingdom, and India analyzing how the Eurozone crisis is likely to impact Europe’s role in the world. Download the PDF

Europe & Eurasia European Union

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May 10, 2013

Turkey would Support U.S.-Led No-Fly Zone in Syria, Report

By Reuters

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May 10, 2013

Turkey’s PM Erdogan: Syria has Crossed Red Line, Used Chemical Weapons (Video)

By Tracy Connor, NBC News

From Tracy Connor, NBC News:  Turkey’s prime minister is charging that the Syrian government has used chemical weapons against its people and has called on the U.S. to take stronger action

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