Putting Catalan Police Under Spanish Command Is a Bad Idea
Spanish control could make it harder for the troopers to keep a lid on passions in Catalonia.
Mixed Views from France on Catalan Referendum
Most French media call on Catalan and Spanish leaders to work out a compromise.
The Many Scenarios of a Republican Civil War
The business wing could prevail. America Firsters could split the right-wing vote. Or libertarians could spot an opportunity.
German Election Day Live Blog and Reading List
The Atlantic Sentinel will provide up-the-minute analysis and commentary when Germany votes.
Attitudes in Spain’s Basque Country Mirror Those in Catalonia
Fears of a domino effect are overblown. The Basques have adapted to Spanish rule.
Why Marine Le Pen Turned on Her Right-Hand Man
On key issues, Florian Philippot was on the wrong side of the National Front’s electorate.
Catalan Referendum Animates Flemish, Leaves Dutch Cold
Flemish media are overwhelmingly sympathetic in their coverage. The Dutch show little interest.
Iraq’s Kurds Deserve the West’s Support for Their Own State
How much longer do they need to wait?
Trump Treats Foreign Policy Like Reality TV
The American is keeping everyone guessing about his decision on the Iran nuclear deal.
Spanish Raids, Arrests Cross Red Line: Puigdemont
Spain raids Catalan government buildings and arrests top officials.
Social Democrats in Germany Make Same Mistake as Dutch
Center-left parties in both countries try to unite working- and middle-class voters. What if those groups no longer want to be united?
Liberal Free Democrats Would Keep Merkel Sharp
The Christian Democrats sometimes lean toward complacency. The Free Democrats would keep them sharp.
Partisan Divide in German Views on Catalan Referendum
The left sympathizes. Conservatives can’t look past the illegality of the planned vote.
Boris Johnson Makes One More Bid for Relevance
The foreign secretary breathes new life into the worst Brexit fantasies.
Democrats Should Campaign for Dutch-Style Health Reforms
Single-payer is too divisive. Many of its objectives can be met with a mixed public-private system.