Saudi Arabia’s No Good, Very Bad War in Yemen
The failing intervention in Yemen could soon start undermining the social contract in Arab states.
Analysis
Arab Gulf States Will Have to Let in Syrian Refugees
The monarchies in the Gulf are reluctant to admit refugees from Syria but will likely have to.
Osborne Urges Conservatives to Stay Centrist Course
Even if Labour moves to the left, the Tories must stay in the political center, the chancellor argues.
Corbyn Victory Could See Labour Turn Against Itself
The leftist may only be able to keep Britain’s Labour Party together by sidelining and threatening opponents.
Poland’s Election Shaped by History of Partition
A century after Poland regained its independence, it is still politically divided between east and west.
Catalonia’s Separatist Parties See Support Rise
Parties that favor independence from Spain see their support rise ahead of a crucial vote.
Russia Seen Expanding Role in Syrian Conflict
Rumors swirl about Russian forces in Syria weeks after a high Iranian official visited Moscow.
Scots Indifferent to Nationalist Party’s Failures
More Scots than ever plan to vote for the National Party, but its governing record is unimpressive.
In Fortress Russia, Putin Only Listens to Hardliners Anymore
The removal of pro-Western liberals has reduced the Russian president’s inner circle to hardliners.
Hillary Clinton Was Getting Terrible Foreign-Policy Advice
Emails reveal that the Democrat got highly partisan advice when she was secretary of state.
The Psychology of Loose Wheels
As the Russian economy tanks, the wheels are starting to come off Vladimir Putin’s regime.
Reforms Still Likely to Thwart Valls Presidential Run
Manuel Valls’ reforms are unpopular on the left. But if they succeed, it may be François Hollande who benefits.
After Iran Deal, America Must Reassure Arab Allies
If America is to “pivot” on the Middle East’s Shia-Sunni divide, it must appease Iran’s rivals.
Why Italy Is So Slow to Reform
Bureaucrats and local officials are slow to implement the changes politicians enact in Rome.
Natural Gas Discovery Could Give Egypt Relief
The discovery of a huge gasfield off the Egyptian coast couldn’t have come at a better time for the Arab nation.