Recent opinion polls in Ireland suggest most people would vote to ratify the agreement.

BBC: Ireland referendum on EU pact to be held on 31 May

Where the naval officers should be tried has sparked strong public opinion in Italy and India, making it harder for the sides to reach an agreement.

WSJ: India, Italy Spar Over Marines' Court Case

In his opinion, the door should remain open for all-party talks whenever there is an agreement to move towards a political settlement.

BBC: Analysis: ETA still poses threat

Recently key House and Senate leaders on postal reform have had productive discussions on a path forward, and while there may be some differences of opinion in some of the policy approaches needed to save the Postal Service, there is broad agreement that reform needs to happen -- the sooner the better.

CNN: Goodbye, Postal Service?