Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Eurasian Union
Two biggest Central Asian economies may become competitors if both are in the Eurasian Economic Union. For now, as Uzbek President expresses disinterest in joining the union, the bilateral cooperation and ties are strengthening.
Stumbling blocks in Ukraine peace plan
The leaders of Ukraine, Russia, Germany and France are expected to meet for a summit on a peace plan to end escalating bloodshed in east Ukraine.
UN pulls support to DR Congo operation
The United Nations is temporarily pulling support to the Democratic Republic of Congo's planned military operation to drive out rebels.
11 February 2015
Obama presses Putin to strike Ukraine peace deal
US President Barack Obama called his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to discuss escalating violence in eastern Ukraine, urging him to embrace a negotiated solution.
India PM Modi concedes defeat in Delhi state elections
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi conceded defeat in Delhi state elections as early results showed anti-corruption campaigner Arvind Kejriwal's party set for a victory.
Can Brazil president survive growing Petrobras scandal?
Mounting allegations that her party received hundreds of millions of dollars in a kickbacks scandal engulfing oil giant Petrobras have sent Brazilian President's poll ratings tumbling.
10 February 2015
No decision yet on Ukraine arms aid: Obama
US President Barack Obama said no decision had been made on whether to send weapons to Ukraine to help Kiev battle pro-Russian separatists.