Russian Federation Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has expressed concern over terror groups operating from within Afghanistan and Pakistan.

• 12 March 2010

US Vice-President Joe Biden says there is a "moment of real opportunity" for peace between Israel and the Palestinians.

• 9 March 2010

US Vice-President Joe Biden says there is a "moment of real opportunity" for peace between Israel and the Palestinians.

• 9 March 2010

Northrop Grumman and EADS pull out of bidding for a $35bn US Air Force air-to-air refuelling tanker contract.

• 9 March 2010

New Ukrainian president Viktor Yanukovych suggests he would allow Russia's Black Sea Fleet to remain in Ukraine.

• 5 March 2010

EU's foreign policy chief to try to secure support for EEAS from foreign ministers.

• 5 March 2010

US President Barack Obama is reportedly planning a shift in nuclear strategy. How are experts in Asia reacting to this possible shift in US nuclear policy?

• 5 March 2010

China says it will end a long period of double-digit growth in military spending, but its 7.5% target will still alarm the West.

• 4 March 2010