What Britain’s General Election Result Means
The Conservatives will probably stay in power. Scottish independence has become less likely.
Europe
Conservatives Lose Majority in British Election
Theresa May’s gamble backfires.
Liberal Democrats Are Least Bad Option in Britain’s Election
The Conservatives and Labour are living in the past.
Both Conservatives and Labour Have Left the Center Wide Open
Somebody is bound to take advantage of that.
Rajoy Enacts Budget With Smallest Possible Majority
Spanish regional parties support the prime minister’s spending plan.
Trump Breathes New Life into Franco-German Partnership
The American drives France and Germany closer together.
Knives Will Come Out for May If She Loses Majority
Anything short of a victory and the Conservatives would start looking for a new leader.
Dutch Parties Name Seasoned Negotiator In Bid to Break Impasse
Parties hope elder statesman Herman Tjeenk Willink can succeed where Edith Schippers failed.
Italy’s Renzi Calls for German-Style Voting System
German voting rules could pave the way for a grand coalition.
Merkel’s Call Not to Rely on America: Reckless or Prudent?
It depends on whether you think the election of Donald Trump was an aberration or not.
Why Spain’s Podemos Now Supports Catalan Referendum
Hint: It’s not because the far-left movement is suddenly in favor of Catalan independence.
Reasons to Doubt Labour’s Poll Surge Will Last
Labour has gone up in the polls, but it still has a long way to go.
Rajoy’s Attitude Makes Catalan Secession More Likely
Belittling Catalan demands can only harden attitudes in the region.
Other Conservatives Should Be Wary of Imitating Kurz and May
Unlike most, conservative leaders in Austria and the UK can afford to appease reactionary voters.
Dutch Christian, Liberal Parties End Talks, Putting Pressure on Labor
Labor is reluctant to govern, but it could hold the key to forming a majority government.