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Leaders Pessimistic After Greeks Reject Austerity

European leaders are pessimistic a deal can still be done now that the Greeks have voted “no”.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 5, 2015November 13, 2021

Germans Mock Greek Referendum, Unsure About Euro’s Future

Germans are tired of Greece, but they are unsure if the country should leave the euro.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 3, 2015November 25, 2021

Webb to Remind Democrats of Clinton’s Iraq War Support

Jim Webb is unlikely to beat Hillary Clinton, but he could raise some awkward questions.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 2, 2015November 24, 2021

After Greek Default, Euro Exit Hinges on Referendum

If Greeks vote “yes” and their government steps down, a eurozone exit may yet be averted.

Nick OttensNick OttensJuly 1, 2015November 25, 2021

Bruised Chris Christie Joins Republican Presidential Race

The New Jersey governor has lost much of his shine since he first appeared on the national stage.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 30, 2015November 27, 2021
Nord Stream pipeline

Nord Stream Belies Countries’ Non-Russian Gas Efforts

Some of Europe’s richest countries prioritize their own energy security over others.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 30, 2015November 21, 2021
Danish parliament Copenhagen

Denmark’s Liberals Take Office Without Allies

After talks with other parties collapse, the Danish liberals form a government alone.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 29, 2015October 2, 2021

Turkey Planning Invasion to Stave Off Kurdish State

Turkey plans to send troops thirty kilometers deep into Syria to stop Kurds from forming their own state there.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 29, 2015November 28, 2021

Obama’s Good Week Less About Him

The American president just happens to be in office at a time of rapid political and social change.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 29, 2015January 1, 2020

Greek Euro Exit Could Herald Anti-Western Shift

Ejected from the euro, Greece is likely to eye Russia first as an alternative ally to its partners in the West.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 28, 2015November 25, 2021

Greek Default Imminent After Euro Talks Break Up

Alexis Tsipras’ sudden announcement of a referendum dashes any hope of a deal.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 27, 2015November 25, 2021
Barack Obama Angela Merkel François Hollande Matteo Renzi

America Urged to Rediscover Virtues of Diplomacy

The United States increasingly use the threat of force as a first, rather than a last, resort.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 27, 2015November 13, 2021

Why the West Shies Away from Fighting Islamic State

The Islamists do not pose much of a threat to the West and should be defeated by other Muslims.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 26, 2015November 28, 2021

Conservative “Silent Majority” Backs Cameron in Europe

The majority of Britain’s Conservatives want to remain in the EU.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 26, 2015November 27, 2021
David Cameron Angela Merkel

Danes Support Cameron’s Reforms, Germany Cautious

Danish conservatives share Britain’s priorities for reform in Europe.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 25, 2015November 9, 2021

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