- John Hughes: A Russian answer to Iran’s threat, Christian Science Monitor
- Kim Holmes: U.S. backtracks on missile shield, Washington Times
- Benjamin Netanyahu endorsed as Israel PM, The Telegraph
- Ari Shavit: The president’s day, Haaretz
- US senator urges Syria to break with Hamas, Iran, AFP
- Iran’s security concerns weigh heavy, Asia Times
- Bahrain halts gas talks with Iran over insult, AP
- Cyprus: Iran ship can leave without suspect cargo, AP
- Iran, Afghanistan pledge to boost bilateral trade, AP
- New route links Afghanistan to sea, via Iran, SF Chronicle
- One third of world drugs transited through Iran: police chief, Tehran Times
February 19, 2009