Podemos Calls for Left-Wing Coalition in Spain
The far left’s eagerness to govern presents the mainstream Socialists with a dilemma.
Europe
The Moral Case for a Minimum Deterrent
Britain’s proponents of maintaining a nuclear deterrent need not abandon the moral high ground.
German Christian Democrats Split on Immigration
Chancellor Angela Merkel’s Bavarian sister party calls for a reintroduction of border controls.
French Labor Reforms Once Again Underwhelm
François Hollande likens joblessness to a “state of emergency” but walks back earlier liberal reforms.
British Labour Party Leader Harkens Back to 1980s
On everything from union rights to the Falklands, Jeremy Corbyn seems to be living in the past.
Why European Nationalism Is Back
Nationalism reappears at a time when Europeans feel overwhelmed by immigration and terror.
Europe’s Post-Paris Attacks Solidarity Wanes
The stability and values of the EU require a coordinated response to immigration and terrorism.
Italy’s Renzi Stabs Central Europeans in the Back
The Italian leader’s stand against a Russian natural gas pipeline turns out to be entirely self-serving.
Merkel Shifts on Immigration But Maybe Not Fast Enough
The German leader talks tough, but time to stem mass defections to the far right is running out.
Britain’s Cameron Hopes to Call Summer EU Referendum
The British leader hopes to win a vote on EU membership after reaching a deal on new terms.
Catalonia’s Mas Steps Down to Stave Off Snap Elections
The leader of Catalonia’s largest party steps aside to prevent a collapse of the independence movement.
Dutch Would Reject Ukraine Treaty in Referendum: Poll
Dutch voters are likely to use the referendum as a way to express their feelings about the EU.
Conservative Split on Europe: How Bad Will It Be?
Some think power will discipline Britain’s Euroskeptics. Others worry about a Tory revolt.
Spain’s Socialists: Coalition with Anyone But Rajoy
The country’s left-wing leader calls for a broad progressive alliance to keep the right out of power.
Tone-Deaf German Leaders Risk Immigration Backlash
It is not the far right but tone-deaf centrists who could radicalize German voters.