Rice, Condoleezza
German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder pledged support for rebuilding Iraq after last Sunday's elections, marking a shift in European opposition to the US-led invasion. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice received the offer during her meeting with Schroeder in Berlin, signaling a potential easing of the transatlantic rift. Despite deep-seated
Rice, Condoleezza
As Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice embarks on a European tour, many are hoping she will revive a more pragmatic and multilateral foreign policy approach. However, her own experience and the record of her predecessors suggest otherwise. The first Bush administration, under which Dr. Rice served, pursued a maximalist approach
Powell, Colin
President Bush praised Dr. Rice for guiding him through a tumultuous first term, highlighting her strong leadership and commitment to the value and power of liberty. The nomination of Dr. Rice as secretary of state has been met with both praise and speculation about the future direction of the administration&
Rice, Condoleezza
President Bush is attempting to remake his foreign policy team after Colin Powell's resignation, with Stephen Hadley taking over as national security adviser and Condoleezza Rice moving to the State Department. This shift marks the beginning of a new era in US foreign policy, with significant implications for
Powell, Colin
Incoming US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will bring a new dynamic to the office, but her powers will ultimately be determined by the balance of power within the White House and Defence Department. The transition follows a period of intense discussion over Iraq and the US relationship with the
Rice, Condoleezza
In a long-expected move, Secretary of State Colin L. Powell announced his resignation on Monday, citing a "mutual agreement" with President Bush. Powell's departure will be followed by the appointment of Condoleezza Rice, the president's national security adviser, as his successor. Rice, who has
United States. Department of State
The US has taken a proactive step in attempting to secure the release of Chief Warrant Officer Bobby Hall, an American helicopter pilot held in North Korea since December 17. In a response to a request made by North Korea, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Thomas Hubbard has been sent
United States. Department of State
President Clinton has taken a high-level approach to negotiate the release of US chief warrant officer Bobby Hall, a helicopter crewman who has been held in North Korea for nine days. The State Department has announced that Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Thomas Hubbard will be sent to Pyongyang to
United States. Department of State
The United States and Cuba are engaged in migration talks at the United Nations, where Cuba has provided assurances that "dangerous criminals" will not be allowed to join the exodus of Cuban immigrants to US territory. The talks reflect concerns over the uncontrollable flow of refugees and the
United Nations. Security Council
The United States Administration is still struggling to complete a plan for economic sanctions against North Korea, a week after announcing its intention to push for such measures. Washington hopes to agree on a position within the next several days, but difficulties in securing support from other Security Council members,
United Nations. Security Council
Japan's Prime Minister Tsutomu Hata has pledged his country's cooperation with the United Nations Security Council if it imposes sanctions on North Korea over a suspected nuclear arms development program. The pledge comes after consultations over the weekend between Japan, the United States, and South Korea
Sanctions (International law)
American officials have intensified consultations at the United Nations in an effort to build a coalition in favor of punitive action against North Korea if it continues to defy international nuclear inspectors. The United States has drafted a proposed resolution for an economic embargo, but the text has not been
