Britain Needn’t Fear More Coalition Government
Coalition government isn’t inherently less stable than single-party rule.
Analysis
Greece’s Tsipras Makes Enemies Out of Potential Allies
Instead of making allies in Lisbon and Madrid, the Greek seems determined to antagonize everyone.
Arab Gulf States, United Nations Back Yemen’s Hadi
Powers call on the Houthi rebels controlling the capital to stand aside for a transition plan.
European Union Seeks Caspian Gas to Limit Russian Imports
The European Commission calls for partnerships with the states around the Caspian Sea.
Obama Needs India to Make His Asia “Pivot” a Success
If America is to submit China to the liberal world order, it needs India’s Narendra Modi to succeed.
Venezuela’s Socialist Revolution Has Turned Ugly
Rather than recognize the errors of his mentor, Nicolás Maduro resorts to totalitarian measures.
Hungary’s Nationalist Premier Shows Putin Not Isolated
Vladimir Putin’s visit to Budapest is largely devoid of substance but shows he is not isolated in Europe.
Left Up in Polls as Israelis Name Economy Top Concern
The left is up in the polls, but Benjamin Netanyahu could cling to power.
Dutch Ruling Party Leader Threatens Greek Euro Exit
The Netherlands’ liberal party thinks Greece should leave the euro.
Russia Must Not Be Allowed to Divide the West
The West must make clear that Russia’s schemes will not only fail but backfire.
Gas Production Cut Causes Row in Dutch Coalition
The ruling Labor Party insists on deeper production cuts.
Bush, Perry Learning from Mitt Romney’s Mistakes
Two former governors are eager to take on income inequality and the erosion of America’s middle class.
Nationalists to Wipe Out Labour in Scotland, Polls Show
The Scottish National Party would make it impossible for Labour to beat the Conservatives.
Support for Arming Ukraine Rises, Risks Remain
The United States are thinking again about giving weapons to Ukraine, even if it could provoke Russia.
Conservatives Promise “English Votes for English Laws”
Britain’s ruling party would give English lawmakers an effective veto over English policy.