Hammond Urges Brexit Hardliners to Stop Plotting
A leadership election is inevitable, but it is unlikely to affect Britain’s exit from the European Union.
Analysis
One Year After Referendum, Brexit Questions Remain Unanswered
The deadline for a deal is March 2019, but companies and people need clarity sooner.
Europe Rises to the Challenge Posed by Trump
France and Germany step up cooperation while America turns inward.
What’s Next in the Trump-Russia Scandal
There is now proof of collusion with Russia, but that doesn’t mean Donald Trump is about to lose the presidency.
Putin Has Already Got Most of What He Wanted from Trump
The West is divided. Assad no longer needs to go. The only thing left on Russia’s wish list is sanctions relief.
Denmark’s Left Must Find Balance Between Nativists and Progressives
Social Democrats try to lure back working-class voters. They must be careful not to alienate progressives.
In Defense of Democratic Centrism
Democrats don’t lose left-wing voters when they nominate centrists.
Finland’s Brain Drain: When Talent Leaves a Small Country
Small welfare states like Finland depend on knowledge workers. What if they prefer to live somewhere else?
Coal and Steel? Donald Trump Is Living in the Past
The president obsesses about dying industries, but pays no attention to retail and tech.
Trump’s Son Joins List of Officials Who Lied About Russia Contacts
Donald Trump Jr. tried to a hide a meeting with a Russian lawyer who had promised him dirt on Hillary Clinton.
Barcelona and Madrid Are on a Collision Course
The unstoppable force of Catalan nationalism is about to meet the unmovable object of Spanish chauvinism.
Mixed Success for Trump at G20
The American wins concessions on Syria and trade. Russia and the EU still oppose him in other ways.
A New Cold War? Yes And No
There are parallels, but a key difference is that the West today doesn’t seek to bring Russia down.
What’s the Point in Talking to Putin?
Every new president thinks they can reset East-West relations. They always come away disappointed.
The Weapons of Saudi’s Siege on Qatar
This is a war of elites on elites. The Saudis are targeting the prestige of Qatar’s ruling Al Thani family.
