Dutch Parties Yet to Resolve Government Crisis
A Labor Party rebellion could end Mark Rutte’s second government.
Europe
Dutch Parties in Crisis Talks After Senate Rejects Health Law
The defection of three Labor Party senators triggers a coalition crisis in the Netherlands.
Lack of Maritime Patrol Aircraft Reinforces British Defense Flaws
Lacking adequate anti-submarine capabilities of its own, Britain is forced to rely on allies.
Left or Right, Britain Likely to See More Coalition Government
The Liberal Democrats and Scottish nationalists could give either the Conservatives or Labour a majority.
French Premier Announces Long-Awaited Labor Reforms
Manuel Valls proposes to open up protected professions and make it easier for firms to lay off workers.
Russia Believed to Give Up on Donetsk, Luhansk Self-Rule
Allowing Ukraine to retake its rebel provinces will not get Russia back in favor with the West.
British Health Service Politically Sensitive for Conservatives
Conservatives recognize the system has to change but can’t take on public opinion.
Clegg, Osborne Criticize Each Other’s Budget Plans
Britain’s deputy prime minister says the Conservatives are “kidding themselves” and the voters.
Scottish Leader Could Be Kingmaker in Westminster
Former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond could hold the balance of power after next year’s election.
Why the Dutch Can’t Let Go of Black Pete
The Dutch draw a line in the sand against the erosion of their national culture.
Slow to Reform, Greece Needs Bailout Extension
European and IMF officials are unconvinced Greece is ready to return to market financing.
Löfven Calls Snap Elections After Budget Defeated
The Social Democrat must call early elections or carry out the opposition’s spending plan.
British Budget Seen as Conservative Election Statement
George Osborne boasts of high growth and tax cuts, but the deficit remains high.
Catalan Separatists Share Goal But Wary of Collaborating
Catalonia’s second largest party refuses to contest the next election on a single electoral list.
Sweden Budget Talks Fail, Early Elections Likely
Conservative and liberal opposition parties refuse to support the left-wing government’s spending plans.