Central Europeans Resist Merkel’s Immigration Policy
German influence in Central Europe is failing when it comes to immigration policy.
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Saudis Expand Oil War Against Russia into Europe
Saudi Arabia is fighting for market share and punishing Russia for supporting Bashar Assad.
Portugal’s Socialists Say Left-Wing Pact Possible
António Costa would rather team up with the far left than keep the center-right in power.
Why They Come: The Balkans’ Desperation
The geography and history of the Balkans explain why so many seek a better life in Western Europe.
Swedish Right Pulls Out of Budget Deal with Löfven
The Social Democrats may need to call snap elections after losing the opposition’s support.
Catalan Separatists Press Ahead Despite Minority Support
Even without a majority, Catalonia’s separatists continue the process of breaking from Spain.
German Conservatives Resist Merkel’s Immigration Policy
Disquiet in the chancellor’s Christian Democrat ranks is rising.
Portugal’s Passos Coelho on Track to Win Reelection
Portugal’s right-wing prime minister would lose his majority but still beat the Socialists.
Portuguese Ruling Parties Eye Win But No Majority
Portugal’s right-wing coalition is projected to win an election, but no majority, after four years of austerity.
France’s Atlantic Shift: The End of de Gaulle’s Dream
France seeks closer relations with the United States.
Spaniards Belittle Catalan Separatism
Even as one in two Catalans votes to break away, some Spaniards refuse to take them seriously.
Europe Facilitates Russia-Ukraine Gas Deal
The agreement may be a sign that Russia is keen to normalize its relations with Europe.
Civic Initiative Triggers Europe Referendum in Netherlands
Activists manage to force a referendum on Europe’s association treaty with Ukraine.
Inconclusive Election Leaves Catalonia’s Future in Doubt
The standoff between Spain’s central government and its richest province is likely to continue.
Catalan Separatists Claim Mandate to Break Away from Spain
Pro-independence parties win a majority of the seats in Catalonia, but not a majority of the votes.