Going into Election, Greece on Collision Course with Germany
The Germans are running out of patience, but most Greeks don’t believe their threats.
Analysis
Labour Party to South England: “Drop Dead”
Labour proposes to pay for extra nurses in Scotland by raising taxes on homes in South England.
Right-Wing Politics Divide German Euroskeptics
A personal power struggle in Germany’s Euroskeptic party reveals ideological confusion.
Despite Bad Press, CIA Still Popular with Americans
Even after the Senate torture report, average Americans are the CIA’s biggest supporters.
Left Could Take Over in Greece After Failed Presidential Vote
Parliament’s failure to elect a new head of state triggers early elections the far left could win.
May, Osborne Represent Rival Conservative Party Wings
Britain’s home secretary appeals to the right. The chancellor is more liberal.
Putin’s Holy War: A Challenge the West Underestimates
Secular Westerners underestimate the ideological challenge posed by Vladimir Putin’s Russia.
German Foreign Minister Warns Against More Russia Sanctions
Frank-Walter Steinmeier argues it is not in Europe’s interest to bring Russia to its knees.
Juncker Could Be Britain’s Ally in Europe: Lawmaker
The new commission president might be more amenable to British interests than they thought.
Deal to Rescue Dutch Coalition Alarms Other Parties
Opposition parties criticize a proposal to bypass the Senate.
Is Austerity Losing the Battle in Europe?
Germany accepts investments and stimulus but hasn’t given up on structural reform.
Castro, Obama Announce Normalization of Ties
The presidents of Cuba and the United States call for an end to half a century of hostility.
Republican Jeb Bush Moves Toward Presidential Candidacy
The brother of the last Republican president is weighing a candidacy of his own.
American-Russian Economic War Yet to Bend Either Side
Both Russia and the United States accept short-term economic pain for longer-term strategic goals.
Disenchanted Japanese Give Abe Another Chance
Japan’s prime minister wins reelection, but voters are disappointed he has been unable to improve the economy.