Five Stars Eye Coalition, Dutch Form Anti-Macron Pact, Cohn Resigns
Dealmaking starts in Italy. The Dutch assert their interests. Donald Trump loses his top economist.
Europe
Renzi Resigns, Italy Split Down the Middle, War on the Spanish Right
Matteo Renzi steps down after his center-left is decimated in Italy’s parliamentary elections.
Grand Coalition Wins Vote in Germany. Next Problem: Italy
German Social Democratic Party members support a coalition with Angela Merkel.
No Party or Coalition Wins Majority in Italy
Populist Five Star Movement and League gain at the expense of mainstream parties.
Rutte Urges EU Pragmatism, May’s Speech Heard Very Differently in Europe
The Dutch leader has no need for lofty visions.
Left-Right Coalition Would Be Best Outcome for Italy
A grand coalition, with Antonio Tajani as prime minister, would be the best outcome for Italy.
Trump Launches Trade War, Berlusconi Confirms Tajani Candidacy
Donald Trump announces tariffs. Silvio Berlusconi names his candidate for prime minister.
EU Sets Red Lines for Brexit, Puigdemont to Lead Government-in-Waiting
The EU’s red lines are unacceptable to hardliners in the United Kingdom.
Merkel Wins Party’s Support, Berlusconi a Warning to Americans
Christian Democrats support another left-right coalition in Germany.
Macron Breaks Taboo, Spain Makes Gibraltar Demands
Emmanuel Macron opens the door to farm subsidy cuts. Spain wants power over Gibraltar’s airport.
American Media Divide Generations, Labour Attempts to Divide Conservatives
Right-wing media widen the generational gap in the United States. Labour tests the loyalty of Brexit-wary Conservatives.
Merkel Praises Macedonia, EU Struggles to Influence Romania
Germany hopes Macedonia will resolve its name dispute with Greece.
Dutch Hope for Smooth Brexit, Russians Have Little Faith in Trump
The Dutch lobby both sides. Russians suspect Donald Trump will throw them under the bus.
Italian Election Guide
The Italian electoral system, the parties, their leaders and possible coalitions.
Lies and Distraction from Trump, Putin’s Dangerous War in Syria
Donald Trump lashes out at Democrats. Vladimir Putin is playing a dangerous game in Syria.