World ‘failed Gaza over Israeli blockade’ – aid groups
BBC December 22, 2009 Aid agencies have strongly criticised the international community for failing to help bring an end to Israel’s blockade of Gaza. more
Month: December 2009
A Rising Euro Poses a Threat to Parts of Bloc
The Wall Street Journal December 22, 2009 BRUSSELS — The euro is overvalued by between 7% and 8% relative to other major currencies, and a further rise could be a “serious concern” for the more open euro-zone economies, the European Commission said. more
Commission to review Copenhagen failings
EuropeanVoice.com December 22, 2009 The European Commission will produce a report of ‘what went wrong’ at the Copenhagen climate summit to help the EU reflect on its international climate strategy. more
Serbia applies for EU membership
EuropeanVoice.com December 21, 2009 Boris Tadi?, the president of Serbia, today submitted his country’s application for EU membership. more
Status quo won’t hold, warn Middle East experts
Reuters December 21, 2009 DEAD SEA, Jordan (Reuters) – Efforts to resolve the Israel-Palestinian conflict are at a dangerous standstill and in need of a rescue mission that goes beyond U.S. mediation, speakers at a Russian-sponsored debate said on Monday. more