Democrats Have Early Advantages. Berlusconi Backs Hard Right
Democrats are well-positioned to win in November. Silvio Berlusconi honors his pact.
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Five Stars Eye Coalition, Dutch Form Anti-Macron Pact, Cohn Resigns
Dealmaking starts in Italy. The Dutch assert their interests. Donald Trump loses his top economist.
Renzi Resigns, Italy Split Down the Middle, War on the Spanish Right
Matteo Renzi steps down after his center-left is decimated in Italy’s parliamentary elections.
Grand Coalition Wins Vote in Germany. Next Problem: Italy
German Social Democratic Party members support a coalition with Angela Merkel.
Rutte Urges EU Pragmatism, May’s Speech Heard Very Differently in Europe
The Dutch leader has no need for lofty visions.
Trump Launches Trade War, Berlusconi Confirms Tajani Candidacy
Donald Trump announces tariffs. Silvio Berlusconi names his candidate for prime minister.
EU Sets Red Lines for Brexit, Puigdemont to Lead Government-in-Waiting
The EU’s red lines are unacceptable to hardliners in the United Kingdom.
Trump’s Son-in-Law Loses Access, Macron Takes on Rail Unions
Jared Kushner loses his access to top-secret intelligence. Emmanuel Macron announces plans to overhaul railways.
Merkel Wins Party’s Support, Berlusconi a Warning to Americans
Christian Democrats support another left-right coalition in Germany.
Macron Breaks Taboo, Spain Makes Gibraltar Demands
Emmanuel Macron opens the door to farm subsidy cuts. Spain wants power over Gibraltar’s airport.
American Media Divide Generations, Labour Attempts to Divide Conservatives
Right-wing media widen the generational gap in the United States. Labour tests the loyalty of Brexit-wary Conservatives.
Brexiteers Disparage Good Friday Agreement, Berlusconi Hints at Tajani Premiership
Brexiteers dismiss concerns about Northern Ireland. European Parliament chief Antonio Tajani could be Italy’s next prime minister.
Merkel Praises Macedonia, EU Struggles to Influence Romania
Germany hopes Macedonia will resolve its name dispute with Greece.
Dutch Hope for Smooth Brexit, Russians Have Little Faith in Trump
The Dutch lobby both sides. Russians suspect Donald Trump will throw them under the bus.
New Political Party in Britain, Room for Party in Germany
Anti-Brexiteers start a new political party. In Germany, there is room for a new party on the left.