General David Petraeus officially took command of his new post in ceremony at US base near Baghdad

Controversy over Bush administration's pre-war intelligence on Iraq further fuelled Friday by internal Pentagon critique

Group says pending new Palestinian unity government must renounce violence and recognize Israel to be part of regional peace efforts

Chief US negotiator Christopher Hill cautiously optimistic about achieving progress

German chancellor calls for greater transparency from Tehran on disputed nuclear program

Russian leader describes US actions as dangerous and says other countries do not feel secure because of them

Indian defense officials earlier this week announced country plans to spend $30 billion over next five years to modernize its forces

General Peter Pace in Australia for talks on global war on terrorism and bilateral issues

$1.5 billion program aims to save the lives of millions of children

Illinois Senator making announcement in hometown of 19th century President Abraham Lincoln