Poland Makes Mistake Engaging with France But Not Germany
The Polish government’s World War II obsession is blinding it to the need for an alliance with Berlin.
Analysis
Another Grand Coalition Dilemma for Germany’s Social Democrats
The party could achieve a lot in another left-right government, but they risk being punished by voters.
English-Language Media Hype Collapse of German Coalition Talks
American and British reporters immediately reach for comparisons with Brexit and Trump.
Saudi Prince Mohammad Misreads the Tea Leaves in Washington
The Saudi crown prince seems to believe Donald Trump’s support is all he needs. That is a mistake.
Italian Parties Draw Battle Lines Ahead of Election
The left rules out the right. The far left rules out the center-left. The Five Stars rule out everybody. How will Italy be governed?
Trump Cedes Initiative to China and Russia
The American allows China to take the lead in technology and Russia the lead in postwar Syria.
Independence Sentiment Aroused in French Catalonia
The referendum in Spain and administrative changes in France have given North Catalans pause.
Polls Vindicate Puigdemont’s Decision to Form Separatist List
The deposed Catalan president is more popular than his old party.
Italy’s Small Left Rejects Pact, Making Defeat More Likely
By refusing to do a deal with the center-left, Pier Luigi Bersani makes a populist or right-wing victory more likely.
Don’t Panic: Merkel Still Has Options
The collapse of three-party talks is a setback, not the end of the world.
Brexit’s Broken Promises
Leaving the EU is not unleashing growth. There is no extra money for health care.
No Shock Therapy: Macri Takes Gradual Approach to Reform
The Argentinian president knows he can’t afford to ruffle too many feathers.
Rajoy Walks Back Promise of Constitutional Reform
The conservative’s intransigence gives credence to separatists who argue Spain will never respect Catalonia.
Italy’s Leftists Open Door to Necessary Alliance
The left won’t stand a chance divided, but it will be hard to set aside personal feuds and policy differences.
Don’t Exaggerate Russian Meddling in the Catalan Independence Crisis
Yes, Russia tried to exacerbate the crisis, but it didn’t create Catalan separatism.