Chemical Weapons in Syria Would Cross Red Line: Macron
The new French president sets a red line and criticizes Barack Obama for not enforcing his.
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Hammond Pours Cold Water on Hopes of Soft Brexit
The chancellor rules out membership of the European single market, condemning Britain to a “hard” Brexit.
Dutch Center-Right Parties Eye Labor for Pact
Labor lost the election but may still be needed in the next government.
Russian Gas Pipeline Triggers Transatlantic Spat
Austria and Germany ask the United States not to sanction companies involved in Nord Stream 2.
Trump Investigated for Obstructing Justice, Financial Crimes
The investigation into the president’s ties to Russia expands.
Rajoy Enacts Budget With Smallest Possible Majority
Spanish regional parties support the prime minister’s spending plan.
Voters Notice SNP Has Neglected Education, Health Care
Scottish nationalists have been distracted by their quest for independence.
Dutch Relieved After Mainstream Parties Win Curaçao Election
The populist Movement for the Future of Curaçao will likely be kept out of power.
Germans Uneasy About Trump’s Attack on Syria
Commentators worry the American acted for the wrong reasons.
Netherlands Intervenes in Curaçao to Make Sure Elections Proceed
The outgoing government of the island had proposed to cancel the election.
Macron Wins Support of Former French Prime Minister Valls
Manuel Valls supports his former economy minister instead of the leader of his party.
Díaz Calls for Pragmatism in Spain’s Socialist Party Campaign
In her battle for control of the party, Susana Díaz must convince Socialists their best hopes lie in the center.
Dutch Center-Right to Explore Pact with Greens
There are big policy differences between liberals and Greens, but they both won the election.
Dutch Health Minister Asked to Lead Coalition Talks
The liberal party’s outgoing health minister will lead the first coalition talks in the Netherlands.
Rutte Cautions Against Populist “Experiment” in Netherlands
The liberal prime minister rules out a pact with his Freedom Party rival, Geert Wilders.