The Politics of Wallonia’s Resistance to Canada Trade Deal
Socialist lawmakers in the south of Belgium oppose a treaty that is supported by the right-wing national government.
Sensing American Disinterest, Egypt and Turkey Reach Out to Russia
Rather than assume more responsibility themselves, some middle powers are switching patrons.
Spain Unwilling to Keep Gibraltar in EU Single Market
Mariano Rajoy says Spain would block a special Brexit deal for the peninsula.
Italy’s Referendum Is Giving Matteo Renzi Sleepless Nights
There is a risk voters will use the referendum to vent their frustration with Italy’s political class.
Asscher to Challenge Dutch Labor Party Leader
Labor’s top cabinet minister is expected to challenge Diederik Samsom.
If This Is Cold War 2.0, Then the Russians Are Winning
Russia is a great power again in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Where does it go from here?
How Can Ryan Possibly Believe Trump Should Be President?
The House leader says he can no longer defend Donald Trump, but he still supports the Republican nominee.
At Long Last, Republicans Abandon Their Nominee
They should never have nominated Trump, but let’s not berate Republicans if they come to their senses.
Reprimand Liberals, Don’t Repudiate Liberalism
Liberals may have been aloof. That doesn’t mean they’ve been wrong on the issues.
When People Don’t Give Peace a Chance: Colombia Rejects Peace with FARC
Yearn though Colombians might for peace, fifty years of war has left them yearning even more for justice.
Echoes of Clinton-Trump Contest in the Netherlands
The Netherlands’ Mark Rutte is similar to Hillary Clinton, Geert Wilders to Donald Trump.
Colombia’s Referendum: Has the Best Chance for Peace Gone?
Colombians narrowly reject a peace deal with the FARC. A way forward is now hard to imagine.
Britain to Keep EU Laws (For Now), May Announces
Theresa May is unable to deliver on the Brexit campaign’s promise of deregulation.
Duterte Wants to Ditch America for China and Russia. Can They Bite?
The Filipino president’s rhetoric reeks of opportunism rather than strategy, but there is risk in the long term.
Papers, Appalled by Trump, Abandon Republicans En Masse
Editorial boards are breaking with generations of Republican support to endorse Hillary Clinton.