What Did Walloons Get from Resisting Canada Trade Pact?
Belgium asks for a review of investor-state tribunals and an evaluation of the treaty’s environmental impact.
Analysis
After Mosul Falls, What Then?
The Iranians, Russians, Saudis and Turks are all jockeying for influence in Iraq while America looks on wearily.
There Are Basically Three Ways Brexit Can Go
So long as neither Britain nor the EU is willing to compromise, a “hard” exit is the likely outcome.
Fine, We’ll Do It the Hard Way: Reid
If Republicans continue to block Supreme Court nominees, the Democrats may end the Senate filibuster.
“Flexible” Brexit Is Not a Realistic Solution for Scotland
Scotland must choose which of its borders to keep open: those with England or with the rest of Europe.
Don’t Blame Obama for Everything That Went Wrong in the World
To blame the American for all the turmoil in Asia and the Middle East is to give regional actors a pass.
Despite Democratic Gains, Two More Years of Gridlock Likely
A tiny Republican majority in the House of Representatives could still block much-needed reforms.
Countries Most Critical of Russia Sanctions Least Affected
Southern European nations oppose fresh sanctions even though they have been least affected by them.
Why the Hell Is Yemen Shooting at the United States Navy?
The war in Yemen has three dimensions, only one of which directly affects the United States.
Trump Accelerates Trends That Could Realign Parties
Democrats are trading one type of white voter for another while Latinos flee the Republican Party in droves.
Sarkozy’s Hard Line Pushes Center-Right Voters to Juppé
The former French president’s uncompromising law-and-order rhetoric is turning away center-right voters.
The Politics of Wallonia’s Resistance to Canada Trade Deal
Socialist lawmakers in the south of Belgium oppose a treaty that is supported by the right-wing national government.
Sensing American Disinterest, Egypt and Turkey Reach Out to Russia
Rather than assume more responsibility themselves, some middle powers are switching patrons.
Italy’s Referendum Is Giving Matteo Renzi Sleepless Nights
There is a risk voters will use the referendum to vent their frustration with Italy’s political class.
Asscher to Challenge Dutch Labor Party Leader
Labor’s top cabinet minister is expected to challenge Diederik Samsom.