THE WEEK.

The article presents news briefs and commentary concerning international and U.S. politics as of the week of September 18, 1961. The tense foreign relations between the Soviet Union and the United States are discussed, highlighting the issues of weapons testing and preemptive actions out of fear. Efforts of peace talks hoping to end the Algerian colonial war from France are explored. The appointment of George D. Woods to the U.S. government position of Foreign Aid Director is announced.