Topic: Elliott Abrams - CSMonitor.com

Opinion The fall and rise of Chuck Hagel: a good sign for US-Israel relations

Chuck Hagel, President Obama's controversial nominee for secretary of Defense, faces his Senate confirmation hearing today. His rise after a wave of objections is a welcome sign that 'daylight' between US and Israeli policies may be becoming more politically acceptable in Washington.

Syria: Has Obama done enough to bring the violence to an end? (+video)

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Palestinian statehood bid adds urgency for Israeli-Palestinian peace

Tough words, tighter sanctions for Syria, but no end to state-led violence

Democracy uprising in Egypt: Vindication for Bush 'freedom agenda'?

Palestine papers: America's approach to peace talks 'a failed policy'?

Is US giving up too much to keep Middle East peace talks going?

Christmas Day attack triggers spat over confirmation of TSA chief

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