Sánchez Shouldn’t Be Afraid of Federalizing Spain
Spain’s new prime minister mustn’t make the same mistake as the last.
Southern Europe
Italy Joins Trump in Resisting Canadian Trade
The country’s new government argues that a trade pact with Canada doesn’t do enough to protect agricultural products.
Italy Has Become Two Countries
Italy’s economic north-south divide has become political.
Spain Lifts Catalan Spending Controls, Hints at Reform
The goodwill measures are an about-face from the clampdown under Mariano Rajoy.
Technology Could Help Mend Italy’s North-South Divide
Mountainous regions are generally at a disadvantage. Technology could change that.
Sánchez Seek Leading Role in EU, Conservatives Play Petty Politics
The new prime minister wants to be a driving force in Brussels. The ousted center-right has smaller ambitions.
Rajoy Steps Down as Party Leader. Here Are His Possible Successors
Three women and two men are tipped as possible future leaders of Spain’s conservative party.
Spain Isn’t Italy
Spain isn’t Italy. The next government in Madrid will almost certainly be more pro-European.
Five Star, League Reach Deal to Form Government in Italy After All
The parties are now willing to accept a finance minister who doesn’t have a secret plan for leaving the euro.
Spain’s Rajoy Forced Out, Sánchez Elected Prime Minister
The Socialist Party leader becomes prime minister after Mariano Rajoy loses the support of Congress.
Confidence Vote in Spain, Explained
Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy is fighting for his political survival.
Catalans Again Compromise. Will Spain Too?
The separatists withdraw four controversial ministerial nominations. Will Spain now restore home rule?
Italy in Crisis After President Blocks Anti-EU Government
Carlo Cottarelli is asked to lead a technocratic government until new elections can be held.
Spain’s Prime Minister May Be Forced to Call Early Elections
Opposition parties withdraw their support after members of the ruling party are found guilty of corruption.
Spain Rejects Catalan Cabinet Picks, Maintains Direct Rule
Spain refuses to accept ministers who are facing criminal charges for their role in last year’s referendum.