Accusations of “Imperial” Macron Are Over the Top
Don’t mistake the president’s theater for putting style over substance. The goal is economic reform.
Egypt’s War on Sunni Supremacism Goes to Libya
With Libya still a shambles and without the United States involved, Egypt lashes out.
Marriage Vote Has All the Characteristics of Merkel’s Success
The German chancellor seldom gets ahead of public opinion.
In Era of Trump, Europeans Become Free Traders
The EU negotiates new trade pacts with Japan and Mexico.
Conservatives Have Neglected Their Responsibility to the Union
From the Brexit referendum to the deal with DUP, Conservatives have put party over country.
Macron Makes Start with Labor Reform in France
The changes aren’t overly ambitious and stand a good chance of being rubber-stamped by parliament.
Scotland Delays Independence Plans in Wake of Election Defeat
The ruling National Party thought Brexit had made Scots hungry for independence. They were wrong.
Dutch Liberal, Christian Parties Start Talks to Form Government
The hope is that the four parties can take office before the next fiscal year starts.
World Doesn’t Trust Trump: Allies Lose Faith in American Leadership
Confidence in American leadership has plummeted around the world, most sharply in Europe.
DUP Pact Makes It Harder for May to Win Back Middle England
Centrist voters are appalled that the Conservatives would do a deal with Protestant fundamentalists.
Can Canada Resist Trump’s Offensive on NAFTA?
Canada’s uneven dependence on the United States could reduce its leverage in future trade talks.
Senate Obamacare Replacement Isn’t Better Than House Version
Republicans would take health insurance from low-income Americans and give a tax break to the rich.
Meet Mohammad bin Salman, the Last King of Saudi Arabia
From falling oil prices to an America in retreat, the foundations of the Saudi monarchy are cracking.
If Trump Is Innocent in Russia Scandal, Why Does He Act Guilty?
The best way to refute allegations of collusion would be to condemn Russia’s exploits. Yet Trump won’t.
Chemical Weapons in Syria Would Cross Red Line: Macron
The new French president sets a red line and criticizes Barack Obama for not enforcing his.