Opinion polls ahead of the December 9 general election in Romania pointed towards an overwhelming win for the ruling coalition, which is set to strengthen its grip on the country’s bicameral parliament and further weaken president Traian Basescu, the coalition’s main political rival. … leggi l'articolo intero
Russia has harshly criticized U.S. legislation calling for sanctions against Russian officials accused of human rights violations and warned that it will respond in kind. … leggi l'articolo intero
NATO on Tuesday approved member state Turkey's request for Patriot missiles to defend its border against Syria following a series of blunt warnings to Damascus not to use chemical weapons. … leggi l'articolo intero
Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Mykola Azarov's government, without indicating whether he would re-appoint the long-time ally ahead of tough IMF loan talks. … leggi l'articolo intero
The Senate is taking up legislation that would end four-decade-old trade restrictions that are blocking U.S. businesses from enjoying the benefits of a more open Russian market. … leggi l'articolo intero
North Korea faces serious financial difficulties after reportedly spending $100 million (£62m) in the past year building a personality cult around late leader Kim Jong-il. … leggi l'articolo intero
Turkey's broadcasting regulator has fined a television channel for insulting religious values after it aired an episode of The Simpsons that shows God taking orders from the devil. … leggi l'articolo intero