2010 Year in Review: World News
Major World News Stories of 2010
by Beth Rowen
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With the ongoing wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and the continued unrest Pakistan and Iran, the Middle East dominated news headlines in 2010. However, eyes were also on Asia, with North Korea continuing its pursuit of nuclear weapons and taunting South Korea with brinkmanship and massive anti-government protests in Thailand. The biggest news story of the year—the release of secret diplomatic cables by the website WikiLeaks—emerged in December. Here's a look at some of the world's hotspots in 2010.
Few Signs of Progress Lead to Protracted U.S. Involvement in AfghanistanKarzai's mercurial leadership and the Taliban's stubborn resistance makes U.S. withdrawal difficult
Greece and Ireland Battered by Financial CrisisIMF and European Union step in and bail out troubled economies
Undaunted by Sanctions, Iran Continues to Pursue Nuclear ProgramSanctions aren't enough to stop enrichment of uranium
Iraq Struggles to Form a Government After ElectionsAfter months of negotiations, deal finally reached by rival candidates
Peace Remains Elusive for Israelis and PalestiniansNegotiations stall with settlement activity a major sticking point
Tension Between North and South Reaches Crisis PointNorth Korea provokes South with brinkmanship
Anti-Government Protests Continue and Turn DeadlyLittle achieved in more than two months of crippling demonstrations
Release of Secret Military, Government, and Diplomatic Documents Sparks Outrage and ControversyLeaked documents reveal gaping holes in U.S. security
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