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Spanish Election Guide

The Spanish electoral system, the parties, their leaders and possible coalitions.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 6, 2019November 18, 2021
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The Unrest in Catalonia, Explained

Why are the Catalans upset? How many want independence? How can this end?

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 23, 2019October 28, 2021
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Why Pelosi Changed Her Mind About Impeachment

The number of House Democrats in favor of impeaching Donald Trump has jumped to 198.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 25, 2019November 12, 2021

Turkey’s Purchase of a Russian Missile System, Explained

Turkey is going ahead with a deal that its NATO allies have condemned. Why?

Avatar photoKristijonas MedelisJuly 16, 2019November 21, 2021
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How Close Are Western Balkan States to Joining the EU?

Negotiations will continue, but enlargement is not a priority for most member states.

Nemanja PopovicNemanja PopovićJuly 4, 2019November 12, 2021

The European Protests You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Serbians are demonstrating against their increasingly autocratic president.

Nemanja PopovicNemanja PopovićJune 6, 2019November 14, 2021
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Joe Biden Is a Stronger Candidate Than You Might Think

The former vice president may be out of sync with Twitter, but that’s not the Democratic Party.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 9, 2019October 25, 2021
Spanish Congress Madrid

Spanish Election Guide

The Spanish electoral system, the parties, their leaders and possible coalitions.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 22, 2019October 25, 2021
Spanish Congress Madrid

What to Expect from Snap Elections in Spain

Pedro Sánchez could lose power unless Catalan independence parties change their minds.

Nick OttensNick OttensFebruary 13, 2019October 25, 2021

Why Greek-Russian Relations Haven’t Improved

When the far left came to power in Greece, there were fears it would seek an entente with Moscow.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 30, 2018November 21, 2021
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EFTA Is Not an Alternative to Theresa May’s Brexit Deal

Joining the EFTA would force Britain to accept free movement without solving the Irish border issue.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 26, 2018December 2, 2021
Josep Borrell

Why Spain’s Threat to Hold Up Brexit Over Gibraltar Is Theater

Josep Borrell’s demand for “clarity” looks like political theater to fend off criticism at home.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 20, 2018December 2, 2021
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The Brexit Deal, Explained

The treaty Theresa May has negotiated is probably the best Britain can get.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 14, 2018November 15, 2021
Donald Trump

Trump Puts Mueller Critic in Charge of Mueller Probe

Whether Matt Whitaker’s appointment is legal or not, it is clearly an abuse of the president’s power.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 9, 2018November 27, 2021
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Italy’s Budget Standoff with the European Commission, Explained

The commission can’t force Italy to change its spending plan, but its objections do matter.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 25, 2018June 20, 2022

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