Tsipras Rules Out Coalition with Establishment Parties
It is difficult to see how the far-left leader could stay in power without the support of centrist parties.
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Davutoğlu Returns Mandate, Early Elections Likely
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is likely to call snap elections rather than give other parties a chance to govern.
Eastern European Member States to Request NATO Bases
A Polish proposal for permanent NATO army bases in Eastern Europe is winning support across the region.
Third Bailout Due Despite Skepticism in Greece, Europe
Finance ministers expect to finalize the bailout after Greek lawmakers voted in favor.
Army Pulls Back as Syrian Rebels Advance on Alawite Heartland
Islamist opposition forces make another move on the historical heartland of Bashar Assad’s Alawite sect.
Poland’s Duda Calls for Permanent NATO Bases
Poland’s new conservative president urges NATO not to treat his country as a buffer zone.
Emirates Deepen Involvement in Yemen, Saudis Back Islamists
The Emirates step up efforts to push back the Houthis while Saudi Arabia relies on local proxies.
Kurdish, Far-Leftist Militants Step Up Violence in Turkey
Kurdish and far-leftist groups carry out a wave of attacks in the wake of a Turkish security crackdown.
French Farmers’ Protests Divide Europe
The Dutch and Germans complain about French policy while Belgian farmers join the protests.
Turkey Seeks to Block Allies from Supporting Kurds
Despite joining the war against the Islamic State, Turkey doesn’t want its allies aiding the group’s Kurdish rivals.
Cameron Advised Not to Call EU Referendum Next Year
An early referendum could end David Cameron’s premiership prematurely.
Turkey Targets Islamic State, Keeps Eye on Kurds
Turkey carries out its first strikes against the Islamic State in Syria and goes after Kurdish militants at the same time.
Americans Losing Trust in Republicans on Foreign Policy
Traditionally a strong suit of the right, Democrats are now trusted more to conduct America’s foreign policy.
Greek Parliament to Approve Bailout, Ruling Party Split
Greek lawmakers approve measures demanded in return for financial aid, but many leftwingers rebel.
Former German Euroskeptic Leader Starts New Party
Bernd Lucke splits the German Euroskeptic movement, potentially to the benefit of the ruling conservatives.