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Cameron, Merkel Drawn Into European Proxy Fight

The British and Germans leaders find themselves on opposite ends of an EU debate.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 8, 2014November 14, 2021

Europe’s Nationalists Channel Resentment in Culture War

Elections reveal a deep divide between an internationalist and a patriotic Europe.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 2, 2014November 10, 2021
David Cameron Mark Rutte

Parliament Vote Demand for Less Europe: Conservatives

Conservatives in Britain, Germany and the Netherlands call for EU reform.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 31, 2014November 5, 2021

Thai Coup Leader: Return to Democracy Will Take Year

General Prayuth Chan-ocha says new elections can only be called after a period of reconciliation and reform.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 31, 2014July 2, 2020

Le Pen Struggles to Find Allies. Farage Finds Italian Friend

The Euroskeptic bloc led by Marine Le Pen is short on allies.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 29, 2014November 10, 2021

Egypt Elects Former Army Chief Sisi President

After three years, Egyptians vote to turn back the clock to before the “Arab Spring” uprising.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 29, 2014July 2, 2020

After Election, Ukraine Renews Offensive Against Separatists

Ukraine’s government interprets its election victory as a mandate for decisive action against the rebels.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 27, 2014February 26, 2022

The Euroskeptics Who Could Actually Matter

Unlike fringe Euroskeptics, the Conservatives and Reformists could have a moderating influence in Brussels.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 26, 2014October 25, 2019

Di Rupo Resigns After Flemish Nationalists Win Election

The Belgian prime minister steps down after his Socialist Party is defeated in elections.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 26, 2014November 9, 2021

None of the Above: Europe’s Leaders Should Reject the Spitzenkandidaten

The Council, not Parliament, is in charge.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 26, 2014November 9, 2021

Peru’s Mining Economy Booming But at What Cost?

Peru’s growth has been impressive but comes at the cost of environmental degradation and social unrest.

Avatar photoChristian FitzHughMay 25, 2014January 1, 2020

Pro- And Anti-EU Parties Win Dutch Election

The Euroskeptic Freedom Party and the pro-European liberal Democrats are projected to win most seats.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 23, 2014November 28, 2021

Thai Army Stages Coup After Months of Political Unrest

The military says it has to step in to restore order and push through necessary political reforms.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 22, 2014July 2, 2020

There Are Many Shades of Euroskepticism

Not all parties that resist deeper European integration are xenophobic.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 22, 2014November 10, 2021

Search for Yacht Crew Exposes British Defense Gaps

Without maritime patrol aircraft, Britain is hardly able to commit assets to the search for a missing yacht.

Avatar photoChris RevellMay 21, 2014October 24, 2019

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