Dutch Parties Agree on Tax Relief After All
Opposition parties in the Netherlands back government plans to cut taxes.
French Parties Divided in Response to Le Pen Victory
The Socialists urge their candidates to withdraw. The Republicans are not returning the favor.
Republicans to America: Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid
The politics of fear may work for Republican candidates, but only in the short term.
Libya Rivals Reach Agreement Toward Ending Division
Members of Libya’s rival parliaments make progress toward ending a year-long standoff.
National Front Now Third Force in French Politics
Marine Le Pen’s nationalist party cements its status as the third force in French politics.
Ten Years In, Conservatives Still Don’t Get Cameron
Many in his own party still see the prime minister as reactive and not as reshaping Britain.
Saudi Family Dispute Bursts into the Open
King Salman’s favorite son, Mohammad, is held responsible for a reckless foreign policy.
What Trump Represents Is Neither New Nor Unique
Nationalism and political incorrectness are the hallmarks of populists on both sides of the Atlantic.
Greece Asks EU for Help to Control Bloc’s External Border
After warnings that it might be ejected from the Schengen Area, Greece finally asks for help.
Putin’s Strategy Kills Another Black Sea Pipeline
Russia’s belligerent foreign policy claims a second Black Sea gas pipeline as its victim.
French Nationalists Could Win Three Regions
Marine Le Pen’s party is expected to break through at the regional level.
Catalan Leader Vows to Press Ahead with Secession
Artur Mas says a Constitutional Court ruling against independence will not change his plans.
Syrian Rebels Evacuate Homs Under Deal with Assad
Remaining opposition fighters in what used to be Syria’s third largest city give up.
British Lawmakers Back Strikes Against Islamists
David Cameron wins support for military action — and splits the opposition Labour Party.
Greece Threatened with Schengen Expulsion
Other European nations complain that Greece is dragging its feet in controlling the border.