Gas Exploration Opens New Doors in Nicosia
Natural gas reserves estimated to be worth €38 billion could change minds on Cyprus.
America Relaunches Drug War Based on an Assumption
Jeff Sessions suspects — but doesn’t know — that a softer approach to drugs has led to higher crime.
Dutch Left Forces Liberals into Coalition with Christian Right
The Dutch left gives liberal parties no choice but to negotiate with the Christian right.
Losing Ministers May Be Blessing in Disguise for Macron
It’s not an auspicious start, but the new president is rid of a potential troublemaker.
The Culture Wars Are Ending. Here’s What’s On the Other Side
Racial and sexual diversity will no longer stir controversy. Marijuana will be legal. Foreign policy will have to change.
Quit Talking About World War III
Nobody wants another world war, and world wars don’t happen by accident.
Why America and Russia Are Closer to Confrontation in Syria
Both sides have been two-faced about their intentions in the conflict.
Trump Sells Qatar Warplanes After Accusing It of Funding Terrorists
The $12 billion weapons deal comes only weeks after the president reprimanded Qatar for aiding Islamists.
After Landslide, Macron’s Challenge Lies in Forgotten France
The president must convince the less prosperous half of his country that liberal reform will benefit them too.
Hammond Pours Cold Water on Hopes of Soft Brexit
The chancellor rules out membership of the European single market, condemning Britain to a “hard” Brexit.
Dutch Center-Right Parties Eye Labor for Pact
Labor lost the election but may still be needed in the next government.
Russian Gas Pipeline Triggers Transatlantic Spat
Austria and Germany ask the United States not to sanction companies involved in Nord Stream 2.
As Economies Rebound, EU Looks More Attractive
Support for the European Union is going up as countries recover from the economic crisis.
Trump Investigated for Obstructing Justice, Financial Crimes
The investigation into the president’s ties to Russia expands.
EU Threatens Sanctions Against Central European States
It is the latest sign Hungary and Poland have exhausted the patience of their allies.