European Allies Reluctant to Sever Ties with Russia over Crimea
France, Germany and Italy would prefer not to risk their commercial interests in Russia.
Germany
German Green Energy a Failure, Studies Show
Germany competitiveness is undermined by green energy laws that do little to reduce greenhouse emissions.
Merkel Signals Lukewarm Support for EU Reforms
Germany has to balance British demands against the wishes of its other ally, France.
German Defense Minister Tries to Fix Long Broken System
Ursula von der Leyen dismisses two officials responsible for procurement scandals and calls for a more active foreign policy.
No War Please, We’re German: Problems of an Assertive Foreign Policy
Germany’s attitude is unlikely to change if even its friends keep bringing up the Nazis.
German Green Energy Policy Drives Ally into Russia’s Embrace
Unreliable green energy from Germany is hurting Dutch companies.
Germany to Support Central African Mission Without Combat Troops
Germany is slowly becoming more involved in peacekeeping operations but still careful not to do any fighting.
Steinmeier Unlikely to Effect Change in German-Russian Relations
Germany’s new foreign minister may be something of a Russophile, but his influence could be limited.
German Party Vote Clears Way for Third Merkel Government
Social Democrats agree to join a coalition with Angela Merkel’s conservatives.
Germany’s Right-Wing Press Decries Social Democrats’ “Victory”
Conservatives criticize Angela Merkel’s concessions, but the left isn’t happy either.
Germany Rolls Back Labor Reforms, Sticks to Hard Line in Europe
Angela Merkel will soften some of her labor policies, but not her hard line in Europe.
German Parties Close to Coalition Deal But Eye Smaller Partners
The Social Democrats signal they are open to a coalition with the far left.
Germans Reject Criticism of Export-Driven Growth
Germany sees its trade surplus as proof of a sound economic policy.
German Coalition Expected to Introduce National Minimum Wage
Conservatives are likely to agree to a minimum wage in order to stay in government.
Greens Leave Coalition Talks, Leaving Merkel With No Alternative
The chancellor will have to form a grand coalition with the Social Democrats.