Dutch Anti-Wilders Could Face Dilemma After the Election
Jesse Klaver will have to choose between allying with the center-right or remaining in opposition.
Analysis
Invisible and Unhinged, Wilders Loses Support in Netherlands
Geert Wilders shuns debate with other parties, who accuse him of hiding behind slogans.
There Are Reason to Be Cautious About Breaking Up Bosnia
History suggests separation could easily lead to more tension and violence on the Balkans, not less.
It Seems Everybody Around Trump Was Talking to the Russians
Michael Flynn, Paul Manafort, Jeff Sessions… Everybody in Donald Trump’s inner circle has some Russia connection.
South Sudan is Starving Itself, But We Shouldn’t Rush to Judge
What is happening in South Sudan has happened the world over.
Left-Wing Pact in Netherlands Hinges on Centrist Ambitions
There could be a left-wing government in the Netherlands if centrist parties are willing to make the necessary compromises.
EU Sees Five Possible Futures. Which Is Best and Which Is Likely?
The European Commission’s scenarios range from muddling through to something resembling a federal Europe.
Fillon Refuses to Drop Out, Hurting the Right’s Chances in France
By staying in with his integrity damaged, François Fillon makes a right-wing victory less likely.
Why Ontario Plays Such a Central Role in Canadian Politics
The province is not only Canada’s most populous; it has an ability to swing elections between Quebec and the west.
By-Elections Vindicate May, Give Little Comfort to Corbyn
One-nation conservatism is vindicated in Copeland while Labour’s defeat there bolsters Jeremy Corbyn’s critics.
Left-Wing Purists Split in Italy, Raise Risk of Five Star Victory
By breaking away from their party, rebel Democrats risk splitting the left-wing vote in the Five Star Movement’s favor.
Parties Take Sides in Netherlands’ Culture War
The political divide is shifting away from left versus right.
The Future of the Middle East is Turkey, Iran and Islamic Socialism
Turkey and Iran are the region’s natural hegemons. Islam and socialism provide the necessary social glue.
Rajoy’s Offer to Talk May Be Too Little, Too Late for Catalans
After years of ignoring Catalan demands, Spain’s conservative leader is finally willing to listen.
It’s Not You, It’s Us: Germans Ready to Let Merkel Go
Germans approve of Angela Merkel’s job performance, but they are ready for someone else.