Clinton Strong; Republican Nominating Contest in Flux
With three months to go before the first primaries, America’s parties are in very different places.
Analysis
In Search of Patrons, Israel Looks to Rising Power
Israel can’t replace its alliance with the United States, but China could be an important partner.
Clinton’s Trade Turnabout Could Prove Political Mistake
Hillary Clinton may worry about her left-wing base, but Democratic voters actually support free trade.
German Conservatives Resist Merkel’s Immigration Policy
Disquiet in the chancellor’s Christian Democrat ranks is rising.
Britain’s Cameron Shows Liberal Side at Conference
The prime minister unveils a social agenda to fight discrimination and poverty.
Russian Intervention Reveals Assad’s Wariness of Iran
Russia’s involvement means Syria no longer needs to rely exclusively on its more controlling ally.
Osborne Could Increasingly Define Conservative Agenda
To ensure his legacy, David Cameron could allow his deputy to spearhead the party’s modernization.
What the Hell Is Putin Doing in Syria?
The presence of Russian troops in Syria will discourage other powers from invading.
French, German Leaders Give Putin Way Out in Ukraine
For the European powers, Ukrainian pride is a price worth paying to keep Russian aggression at bay.
Portuguese Ruling Parties Eye Win But No Majority
Portugal’s right-wing coalition is projected to win an election, but no majority, after four years of austerity.
France’s Atlantic Shift: The End of de Gaulle’s Dream
France seeks closer relations with the United States.
Foreign Deployments Hint at Assad Survival Strategy
The Syrian leader’s protectors send forces to support his regime in the areas it still controls.
Russian Jets Ignore Islamists, Defend Alawite Homeland
Rather than attack the Islamic State, Russia bombs in defense of Bashar Assad’s homeland.
The Next Great Geopolitical Crisis: Venezuela
If Venezuela provokes a war with one of its neighbors, it would draw the ire of the United States.
Local Syrian Ceasefire Raises Specter of Ethnic Cleansing
A truce between Islamists and Bashar Assad’s allies involves population transfers in the north and south of Syria.