Iran and the international community are at odds over Tehran's nuclear program. While Iran insists it is intended for energy generation purposes only, many Western countries believe Tehran is seeking to develop nuclear weapons capabilities.
Reports that China is exporting gasoline to Iran are potentially burdening US and EU efforts to increase pressure on the government in Tehran. But the West has its work cut out for it to win China over, analysts say. (24.09.2009)
When Iran and the permanent Security Council members plus Germany meet in October, it'll be the first time Iran and the US hold formal talks in 30 years. But this is not the only reason why the meeting is important. (16.09.2009)
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency has denied allegations by Israel and France that the organization is not telling all it knows about Iran's alleged nuclear program. (07.09.2009)
A senior Iranian official has accused the US of feeding forged intelligence on Iran's nuclear program to the International Atomic Energy Agency, following a damning statement from the UN Security Council this week. (05.09.2009)
Iran is playing for time and hasn't responded properly to the US offer to talk, Hans-Ulrich Klose, deputy head of the German parliament's foreign affairs committee, tells DW ahead of Thursday's nuclear negotiations. (01.10.2009)
Western powers have signalled Iran could face further international sanctions if talks about Tehran's nuclear activities in Geneva fail. But is this the answer? German political experts are sceptical. (01.10.2009)
China's 'crown prince' Xi Jinping is expected to take over the party leadership from Hu Jintao this October. With the change of power not far away, many in and outside of China are wondering what to expect.
There's no getting around China in international politics. The EU and China are holding their 14th summit in Beijing to discuss economics, politics and international issues.
After playing a tactful role during the Maldivian crisis last week to ensure a smooth transition of power, India continues to work behind the scenes to help out in the new democracy.
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