Brazil’s economic dynamism has given it a stronger voice on global trade and energy issues. Experts say Washington can advance its regional interests more effectively through a more sophisticated rel…

Peru has avoided the development problems seen in other extraction-dependent economies, but experts say the country faces governance hurdles, especially on the environment.

A profile of ETA, a terrorist separatist group operating in the Basque regions of Spain and France.

Iran’s influence in Iraq is the subject of enormous speculation. The United States is taking steps to counter that influence.

The number of militias is reportedly multiplying in Iraq, while their loyalties grow more dispersed and their tactics more violent and sectarian-focused.