Egypt’s Opposition Tactics: Mayhem, Canal City Strikes
“Black Bloc” protesters wreck havoc while Port Said resorts to civil disobedience.
Year: 2013
Venezuelan Vice President Announces Chávez’ Death
The president’s death could plunge Venezuela into political turmoil.
German Ideological Revival Polarizes Western Politics
The crisis of the West is no longer purely economic as ideology increasingly matters.
Iranian Foreign Minister Signals Support for Assad
The regime in Tehran stands by their man, Syria’s president Bashar al-Assad.
Italy’s Left Issues Ultimatum, Threatens Reelections
Italy’s left-wing leader calls on the anti-establishment Five Star Movement’s Beppe Grillo to “say what he wants.”
Graft Threatens Communist Party Rule: Xi
If China is to fight corruption, it must reduce the state’s role in the economy.
Study: No Reason Not to Build Canada Oil Pipeline
Extension of the Keystone Pipeline would have “no significant impacts” on the environment.
France Stays Longer in Mali, Tuareg Join Fight
France continues to battle Islamists in Mali with the support of Tuareg secessionists.
Iraq’s Maliki Warns Assad’s Fall Could Destabilize Region
Regime change in Syria could threaten the Iraqi leader’s own political survival.
Dutch Deficit Rises, Coalition Seeks Opposition Support
The government needs opposition support to get its budget through the Senate.
Italy’s Left Courts Populists, Rules Out Grand Coalition
Italy’s largest left-wing party promises to put forward a program that others could support.
European Leaders Urge Ukraine to Loosen Russia Ties
Ukraine has three months to prove that it is committed to deepening relations with Europe.
To Stave Off Sequester, Obama Can’t Ignore Entitlements
Tax increases alone won’t allow the president to protect “critical investments.”
Major Powers Give Iranian Nuclear Talks Another Go
Iranian concessions will likely require a loosening of the sanctions regime.
Italy’s Mainstream Parties Seek Way Out of Deadlock
Left-wing leader Pier Luigi Bersani will struggle to form a majority government.