Libya’s Haftar Spurns Unity Deal, Blames Militias
The general rules out joining a unity government as long as militias continue to fight on its behalf.
Why Montenegro is Joining NATO
Montenegro is making a choice to be Western. NATO closes a gap.
Rutte Favored to Lead Party into Next Election
Two of the Dutch prime minister’s potential successors signal they will not challenge him.
Not Just the Lesser of Two Evils: The Case for Clinton
The former secretary of state may have a chance to rehabilitate the art of politics.
Why Netanyahu Brought Lieberman In from the Cold
What may have motivated Israel’s prime minister to invite his rival back in.
Culture, Power, Geopolitics: How All Three Explain Us
Geert Hofstede’s cultural dimensions theory helps us understand why states behave the way they do.
Rajoy Reiterates Call for Left-Right Coalition in Spain
The conservative party leader will seek a deal with the Socialists.
Commission Lets South Off with Warnings Again
Italy, Portugal and Spain get a slap on the wrist for breaking Europe’s budget rules.
Dutch Military Readiness Impaired by Cuts: Auditors
Dutch armed forces are plagued by serious shortcomings.
Euroskeptic Fanatics Are Never Going to Give Up
If the referendum doesn’t go their way, the outers will come up with a reason to demand a second one.
Donald Trump and the Strongman’s Temptation
Like strongmen everywhere, the Republican promises to deliver greatness through the sheer force of his personality.
Poland Warned Policies Will Damage Economy
Polish leaders are warned that populist spending pledges and institutional instability will affect growth.
Middle-Class Americans Need a New Deal
A middle-class life is out of reach for too many Americans.
Republicans Look to Prevent a “Trump” in 2020
Party insiders are figuring out ways to prevent another outsider from winning in four years’ time.
Parliaments Force Rethink of Workers Directive Reform
Ten Central European nations plus Denmark resist changes that could make their workers less competitive.