French Nationalists Could Win Three Regions
Marine Le Pen’s party is expected to break through at the regional level.
Analysis
Greece Threatened with Schengen Expulsion
Other European nations complain that Greece is dragging its feet in controlling the border.
The Geopolitics That Allowed Turkey to Down a Russian Jet
NATO has Turkey’s back, but its brazenness surely raises doubts in Western capitals.
Why Did Turkey Shoot Down That Russian Jet?
Turkey may have been trying to prevent a unified front being formed to defeat the Islamic State.
The Lies Parties Tell Themselves
It’s easier to blame a candidate than accept that most voters don’t agree with your policies.
Ballot Requirements Another Way the Party Decides
Getting on the ballot in all states is a challenge for presidential candidates who lack party support.
Poland’s Law and Justice Party Up to Its Old Tricks
The conservatives try to remove justices who were appointed by their political opponents.
Putin Ready to Move On After Turks Shoot Down Jet
The Russian leader says he is ready to cooperate, but the Turks better not shoot down another plane.
Sarkozy Launches Risky Attack on Multicultural Society
The former president may not succeed in outflanking the far right.
Colombia’s Peace Talks with FARC Running Out of Time
The stakes are raised as Colombia and the FARC guerrilla near an historic peace accord.
While Others Panic, Obama Keeps Calm and Carries On
Critics fault him for not solving every crisis in the world.
Russia Escalates Tit for Tat with Ukraine, Blocks Gas
Russia stops delivering gas to Ukraine after the electricity in Crimea is cut off.
Donald Trump Starts Plotting His Exit
The property tycoon was never going to win. His demise is proof that the party still decides.
So Much for Russian-Turkish Rapprochement
Turkey’s downing of a Russian warplane near Syria ends any hope of improving relations.
Unfunded State Benefits: America’s Next Fiscal Crisis
Many cities and states won’t be able to make good on the promises they’ve made to their workers.