Dutch Parties Yet to Resolve Government Crisis
A Labor Party rebellion could end Mark Rutte’s second government.
Dutch Parties in Crisis Talks After Senate Rejects Health Law
The defection of three Labor Party senators triggers a coalition crisis in the Netherlands.
Republican Jeb Bush Moves Toward Presidential Candidacy
The brother of the last Republican president is weighing a candidacy of his own.
American-Russian Economic War Yet to Bend Either Side
Both Russia and the United States accept short-term economic pain for longer-term strategic goals.
Disenchanted Japanese Give Abe Another Chance
Japan’s prime minister wins reelection, but voters are disappointed he has been unable to improve the economy.
Director Defends CIA Against Senate Torture Claims
While admitting past mistakes, the CIA director, John Brennan, defends his agency from scrutiny.
Analysis Confirms Suspicions Assad Helped Islamic State
Analysis of Syrian counterterrorism operations confirms the regime is avoiding the Islamic State.
Military Activity in Eastern Europe Surges Amid Ukraine Crisis
NATO steps up its presence in Eastern Europe in response to “unprecedented” Russian military activity.
Lack of Maritime Patrol Aircraft Reinforces British Defense Flaws
Lacking adequate anti-submarine capabilities of its own, Britain is forced to rely on allies.
Left or Right, Britain Likely to See More Coalition Government
The Liberal Democrats and Scottish nationalists could give either the Conservatives or Labour a majority.
French Premier Announces Long-Awaited Labor Reforms
Manuel Valls proposes to open up protected professions and make it easier for firms to lay off workers.
Russia Believed to Give Up on Donetsk, Luhansk Self-Rule
Allowing Ukraine to retake its rebel provinces will not get Russia back in favor with the West.
Putin Seeks Rapprochement in Uzbekistan
For Russia, it is imperative to prevent Uzbekistan from drifting out of its sphere of influence.
British Health Service Politically Sensitive for Conservatives
Conservatives recognize the system has to change but can’t take on public opinion.
Clegg, Osborne Criticize Each Other’s Budget Plans
Britain’s deputy prime minister says the Conservatives are “kidding themselves” and the voters.