Macron Promises Corsica Autonomy After Violent Protests
The offer is seen as political calculation by his opponents.
Analysis
Catalan Support for Independence Down, Autonomy Up
The shift in public opinion suggests a way out of the decade-long dispute with Spain.
Ukraine War Gives European Defense Union New Urgency
Countries had already been spooked by Donald Trump’s verbal attacks on NATO.
Dutch Ignored Warnings About Relying on Russian Gas
The Dutch government was warned many times Russia could not be trusted and bought its gas anyway.
Germany Admits Failure of Ostpolitik 2.0
It was about time.
Which Countries Still Support Russia, and Why
China, India, Israel and South Americans are reluctant to take sides.
Why Europe Didn’t Reduce Its Dependence on Russian Gas
Western Europe refused to see the risks. Eastern Europe refused to invest in renewables.
Spain’s Casado Flirted with the Far Right and Lost
Pablo Casado’s lurch to the right scared away moderates and failed to impress hardliners.
Macron: Liberal In All But Trade
The French president’s liberalism stops at the border.
Pressure Mounts on Boris Johnson to Resign
Police are investigating if the prime minister and his aides broke the law.
Little Has Changed in French Presidential Race
Eight weeks out from the opening round, Emmanuel Macron remains the favorite.
Portuguese Far Left Throws Away Leverage
António Costa no longer needs smaller parties for a majority.
How Can Biden Be Successful and Unpopular At the Same Time?
Maybe he focused on the wrong things.
Dutch Labor Reforms Don’t Address Root Causes of Liberalization
Why are firms reluctant to hire full-time employees?
“Repeal” of Spanish Labor Reforms Is Limited
Trade unions and the socialist government meet employers halfway.