Greek Minister Threatens to Flood Germany with Migrants
Greece threatens to give travel papers to immigrations if Germany doesn’t acquiesce to its demands.
Nick Ottens
Nick Ottens is a public affairs officer for the Dutch Animal Coalition and a board member for Liberal Green, the sustainability network of the Dutch liberal party VVD. He is a former political risk consultant and a former research manager for XPRIZE, where he designed prize competitions to incentivize breakthrough innovation in agriculture, food and health care. He has also worked as a journalist in Amsterdam, Barcelona and New York for EUobserver, NRC, Trouw, World Politics Review and Wynia’s Week, among others.
European Union: Feckless and Threat to Russia?
The European Union can’t be an ineffectual body and a threat to Russia at the same time.
German Ruling Parties Clash, Let Competitiveness Languish
Left and right are disputing minor policies while neglecting Germany’s long-term prosperity.
Angry White Men Are Not Going to Win in 2016
Republicans need to stop being fanatical about principles many Americans actually share.
Dutch Ruling Parties Clash Ahead of Senate Elections
The ruling parties are split on income redistribution.
Libya’s Islamic State Threat Should Not Be Overstated
The war between Libya’s rival governments, and the loyalties they command, matters more.
Iran Rushes to Help Consolidate Houthi Rule in Yemen
Iranian media celebrate the acquisition of another “ally” after Houthi leaders arrive in Tehran for talks.
Britain Needn’t Fear More Coalition Government
Coalition government isn’t inherently less stable than single-party rule.
Iran Should Freeze Nuclear Program for Decade: Obama
The president calls on Iran to suspend its nuclear program.
Europe Referendum “Red Line” for Britain’s Liberals
Nick Clegg would rule out another coalition if the Conservatives insist on a referendum.
Greece’s Tsipras Makes Enemies Out of Potential Allies
Instead of making allies in Lisbon and Madrid, the Greek seems determined to antagonize everyone.
India to Rationalize Taxes, Boost Infrastructure Spending
Narendra Modi seeks to make good on his campaign promises to liberalize the economy and boost growth.
Despite Lull in Fighting, Ukraine Fears Rebel Attack
Ukraine continues to withdraw from the frontlines but fears another assault on the port city of Mariupol.
Arab Gulf States, United Nations Back Yemen’s Hadi
Powers call on the Houthi rebels controlling the capital to stand aside for a transition plan.
Christie Attacks Republican Rival as Elite Candidate
Chris Christie calls Jeb Bush the candidate of “elites in Washington.”