Puigdemont Stares Down Catalan Far Left, Calls for Referendum
The Catalan leader puts down a rebellion and presses ahead with plans to secede from Spain.
Let Spain’s Socialist Party Rebels Spell Out Their Alternative
If they blame Pedro Sánchez for not going into government with the center-right, would they?
Your Third-Party Statement Is Not Worth Trump
Not voting for Hillary Clinton in November only makes it more likely that Donald Trump wins.
As Syria’s Ceasefire Fails, It’s Time to Break Some Stereotypes
Age-old stereotypes about the Middle East do little to help us make sense of the war in Syria today.
A (Small) Opportunity for Britain’s Liberal Democrats
Between Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May, there is space in the center of British politics — but not much.
Gabriel’s Bet Pays Off: Party Approves Canada Trade Deal
The Social Democrat convinces his party to support an EU trade agreement with Canada.
Clinton-Trump Debates Unlikely to Change Many Voters’ Minds
The presidential debates reinforce voters’ perceptions of the candidates. They seldom change them.
May’s Rightward Shift Risks Alienating Liberal Voters
Theresa May mustn’t overcorrect the liberalism of her predecessor.
Post Brexit, France May Get the European Army It Always Wanted
France has long aspired to lead a defense union outside NATO.
Mussolini on Fifth Avenue: Donald Trump’s Fascist Tendencies
The Republican candidate has more than a few things in common with the worst leaders in European history.
Ties with Germany Divide Central Europe
Nationalists in Hungary and Poland like to pretend Germany doesn’t exist. Czechs and Slovaks know better.
The Long, Short and Medium of the Syrian Peace Deal
Russia and the United States have short-, medium- and long-term interests in pacifying Syria.
Two-Speed Europe Isn’t the Answer to Britain’s Exit
Why not allow member states some flexibility?
Rodrigo Duterte and the Geopolitics of Insulting the American President
Different leaders have different reasons for insulting the American president. Often, it’s a sign of weakness.
Trump Disparages Generals, Admires Putin
The Republican calls America’s military leaders “embarrassing” and voices his admiration for Vladimir Putin.