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Iran elections: The illusion of democracy
February 1, 2016Iran's return to the international fold has been negotiated over a long period; it marks a change in relations with the U.S. and the EU.
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Explosions in Venezuelan capital, ultra-left blamed as tensions rise
January 28, 2016Four small explosive devices were detonated, three at a shopping mall and another near the Venezuelan National Assembly building.
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Peace finally possible in Colombia, justice less certain
January 27, 2016An agreement to end five decades of armed conflict between the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia and the government of that country now seems inevitable.
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Iran sanctions eased, exiles urge more progress on democratic rights
January 22, 2016The Tudeh Party brought attention to the government's economic failings as one reason for its willingness to negotiate with international powers.
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Right and left face off in Venezuelan legislature
January 15, 2016Since Maduro's United Socialist Party of Venezuela lost its majority in the Dec. 6 legislative election, its battle with right forces has entered a new stage.
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