Analysis Confirms Suspicions Assad Helped Islamic State
Analysis of Syrian counterterrorism operations confirms the regime is avoiding the Islamic State.
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Lack of Maritime Patrol Aircraft Reinforces British Defense Flaws
Lacking adequate anti-submarine capabilities of its own, Britain is forced to rely on allies.
Left or Right, Britain Likely to See More Coalition Government
The Liberal Democrats and Scottish nationalists could give either the Conservatives or Labour a majority.
Russia Believed to Give Up on Donetsk, Luhansk Self-Rule
Allowing Ukraine to retake its rebel provinces will not get Russia back in favor with the West.
Putin Seeks Rapprochement in Uzbekistan
For Russia, it is imperative to prevent Uzbekistan from drifting out of its sphere of influence.
British Health Service Politically Sensitive for Conservatives
Conservatives recognize the system has to change but can’t take on public opinion.
Scottish Leader Could Be Kingmaker in Westminster
Former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond could hold the balance of power after next year’s election.
Why the Dutch Can’t Let Go of Black Pete
The Dutch draw a line in the sand against the erosion of their national culture.
Improving Russian-Turkish Relations a Threat to the West
Turkey can check Russian ambitions in the Black Sea or allow it to dominate the Caucasus.
Slow to Reform, Greece Needs Bailout Extension
European and IMF officials are unconvinced Greece is ready to return to market financing.
Israel’s Netanyahu Could Emerge Stronger from Early Elections
Few of the prime minister’s rivals have a credible path toward denying him a fourth term.
British Budget Seen as Conservative Election Statement
George Osborne boasts of high growth and tax cuts, but the deficit remains high.
Catalan Separatists Share Goal But Wary of Collaborating
Catalonia’s second largest party refuses to contest the next election on a single electoral list.
Italy’s North-South Divide Worsening
Southern cities are falling behind in terms of economic development and governance.
With Mubarak Acquitted, Egypt’s Arab Spring Is Over
The former strongman’s acquittal shows Egypt has turned back to the clock.