The West Must Not Lose Greece the Way It Lost Russia
Failing to help Greece would delegitimize European liberal democracy.
Europe
German Euroskeptics Split Over Leaders, Ideology
A leadership contest in Germany’s Euroskeptic party reveals a split between liberals and nationalists.
Leaders Pessimistic After Greeks Reject Austerity
European leaders are pessimistic a deal can still be done now that the Greeks have voted “no”.
Euroskeptics Sympathetic as Greeks Vote Down Austerity
Euroskeptics see the Greek “no” as a vindication of their long-held doubts about the euro.
Another Bailout Now “Barely Conceivable”: Germany
The outcome of the Greek referendum makes another round of financial support almost impossible.
Referendum “No” Vote Leaves Greece’s Future in Doubt
Greeks throw doubt on their future in the euro by overwhelmingly voting “no” in a referendum.
“Conservatives Don’t Care About Poor Children”
Britain’s Labour Party struggles to see the ruling Conservatives’ policy on poverty as anything but cruel.
Germans Mock Greek Referendum, Unsure About Euro’s Future
Germans are tired of Greece, but they are unsure if the country should leave the euro.
Greeks Split on Euro Future, Leaders Defiant
Greeks are divided on a referendum that could determine their future in the European currency.
Spain Sees Growth But Ruling Party Remains Unpopular
Despite optimistic growth forecasts, Spain’s ruling conservatives remain unpopular.
After Greek Default, Euro Exit Hinges on Referendum
If Greeks vote “yes” and their government steps down, a eurozone exit may yet be averted.
Russia Needs to Stop Feeling Sorry for Itself
Russians’ self-pity and mistrust is poisoning their relations with other countries.
Leaders Rule Out Greece Deal Before Referendum
Greece’s creditors refuse to consider a new deal unless the country votes to stay in the euro.
Dutch Tax Reform Talks Collapse as Centrists Walk Out
Opposition parties are unimpressed by the government’s tax proposals.
Nord Stream Belies Countries’ Non-Russian Gas Efforts
Some of Europe’s richest countries prioritize their own energy security over others.