NATO to Invite Montenegro, Russia Dismayed
Russia warns that it would consider its Cold War rival’s expansion in the Balkans as a provocation.
Danes Set to Keep Opt-Out from European Justice Policy
The migrant crisis and terror attacks in Paris have made the Danes even less pro-EU.
Corbyn Relents, to Allow Free Vote on Syria Airstrikes
The British Labour leader recognizes that he cannot get his whole party to vote against bombing.
The Geopolitics That Allowed Turkey to Down a Russian Jet
NATO has Turkey’s back, but its brazenness surely raises doubts in Western capitals.
Spanish Parties in Three-Way Tie for Election
Conservative, liberal and socialist parties are vying for first place in Spain’s general election.
Why Did Turkey Shoot Down That Russian Jet?
Turkey may have been trying to prevent a unified front being formed to defeat the Islamic State.
Former Defense Secretary Questions Party’s War Planes
Robert Gates argues against plans from his own Republican Party for war in Syria.
The Lies Parties Tell Themselves
It’s easier to blame a candidate than accept that most voters don’t agree with your policies.
Ballot Requirements Another Way the Party Decides
Getting on the ballot in all states is a challenge for presidential candidates who lack party support.
Poland’s Law and Justice Party Up to Its Old Tricks
The conservatives try to remove justices who were appointed by their political opponents.
Eastern Europeans Argue Against Nord Stream
Former Russian client states argue that extending the Baltic Sea pipeline would hurt Ukraine.
Labour Members Rebel Against Pacifist Leader
Few lawmakers share Jeremy Corbyn’s resistance to airstrikes against the self-declared Islamic State.
Belgium Lowers Terror Threat, Keeps Soldiers in Streets
The threat is no longer “very close,” but Belgium stays on guard against a terrorist attack.
Putin Ready to Move On After Turks Shoot Down Jet
The Russian leader says he is ready to cooperate, but the Turks better not shoot down another plane.
Ukraine’s Poroshenko Urges Dutch to Support EU Treaty
The Ukrainian president says Dutch Euroskeptics are playing into Russia’s hands.