Renzi Wins Confidence Vote Despite Policy Uncertainties
The new prime minister wins a confidence vote, but there are questions about his economic program.
Military Cuts Meet Resistance from Lawmakers
Chuck Hagel warns Congress that further cuts will degrade America’s armed forces.
German Defense Minister Tries to Fix Long Broken System
Ursula von der Leyen dismisses two officials responsible for procurement scandals and calls for a more active foreign policy.
Report Warns Afghanistan Security Force Must Not Shrink
If Afghan forces are to provide security, they must be sustained at their current levels.
Why Ukraine, Thailand Are Not Venezuela
The uprisings may look similar, but only a superficial analysis would conclude they are.
New Elections Won’t Mend Ukraine’s Cultural Divide
Another election may calm the situation, but it is unlikely to resolve the conflict between Ukraine’s east and west.
Failed Tennessee Volkswagen Unionization Reflects Wider Trend
Tennessee car workers’ refusal to unionize follows downward trajectory of labor power across the United States.
Syrian Factions Fight Proxy War in Neighboring Lebanon
Radical Sunni groups target Hezbollah, which supports the Syrian regime of Bashar Assad.
To Halt Decline, Argentina Needs to Shake Off Perón’s Legacy
Argentinians must learn that autarkic and redistributive policies are the problem, not the solution.
Western Sahara: An Unlikely Key to American Strategy in Africa
Do America’s counterterrorism efforts in West Africa require it to look the other way?
Letta’s Resignation Clears Way for Florence Mayor
The popular Matteo Renzi is expected to become prime minister.
NATO Missile Shield Prompts Russia to Expand Defenses
Russia is developing advances weapons systems in order to keep up in its missile arms race with the West.
Critics of Sykes-Picot Overlook Arab Agency
Western interference didn’t help, but the Arabs are also responsible for many mishaps themselves.
Prisoner Exchanges Hoped to Revive Taliban Talks
The discussion about exchanging prisoners comes as foreign troops are set to leave Afghanistan.
Chile’s Piñera Leaves Presidency with High Growth, Low Ratings
Chile’s conservative leader has made the economy stronger, but leaves office with low approval ratings.