“German Europe” Replaces “European Germany”
The European Union was designed to contain German power. Now it can’t do without.
Germany
German Conservatives Regard Euroskeptics Warily
A new party that calls for a German eurozone exit could steal right-wing votes.
Dutch, Germans Struggle With Russia Relationship
Russia’s biggest trade partners in Europe are uneasy about its human rights situation.
Schröder’s Legacy Still Relevant to German Left
Germany’s Social Democrats subordinate social programs to economic growth.
Britain, France Challenge German Policy in Syria
Germany resists British and French demands to allow weapons supplies into Syria.
Central Bank “Doing Nothing” to Save Eurozone?
The European Central Bank has alarmed the Germans by doing too much!
German Ideological Revival Polarizes Western Politics
The crisis of the West is no longer purely economic as ideology increasingly matters.
Britain Seals French Military Axis in West Africa
After Libya, Mali is the latest testing ground for the Anglo-French security relationship.
Swedes Reject Centralization, Sympathetic to Cameron
Sweden’s prime minister rules out giving more power to Brussels.
Setback for German Conservatives in State Poll
Chancellor Angela Merkel’s party loses a regional prime ministership to the left.
Germany’s Merkel Dominates Preelection Polls
This fall’s election is likely to strengthen Angela Merkel’s position as German chancellor.
Czechs, Poles to Keep German Green Energy Out
Germany’s neighbors are tired of grid fluctuations and shut themselves off.
German Opposition Criticizes Merkel’s Arms Exports
The left condemns the sale of weapons to undemocratic governments and conflict areas.
Merkel Chastises Opposition for Blocking Tax Relief
“Incomprehensible” that the left should block tax cuts, says the German chancellor.
Franco-German Defense Relations Unlikely to Deepen
Enhanced Franco-German military cooperation would effectively shut Britain out of Europe.