Gas Exploration Opens New Doors in Nicosia
Natural gas reserves estimated to be worth €38 billion could change minds on Cyprus.
Southern Europe
Catalans, Kurds, Given No Other Choice, Announce Referendums
Denied more autonomy by Madrid and Baghdad, the two minorities push for votes on independence.
Rajoy Enacts Budget With Smallest Possible Majority
Spanish regional parties support the prime minister’s spending plan.
Italy’s Renzi Calls for German-Style Voting System
German voting rules could pave the way for a grand coalition.
Why Spain’s Podemos Now Supports Catalan Referendum
Hint: It’s not because the far-left movement is suddenly in favor of Catalan independence.
Rajoy’s Attitude Makes Catalan Secession More Likely
Belittling Catalan demands can only harden attitudes in the region.
Pedro Sánchez 2.0
The reelected Spanish Socialist Party leader promises to be more disruptive this time around.
Sánchez’ Revenge: Spanish Socialist Leader Stages Comeback
The former party leader avenges himself against the woman who toppled him.
Catalonia’s Marriage of Convenience on Edge
A yearning for independence brought left and right together. It may not be enough to keep them united.
After Winning Back Party Control, Renzi Faces Two Challenges
The social democrat must unite the Italian left before persuading voters to give him a second chance.
Budget Deal Puts Spain’s Centrists on the Spot
Do they prioritize voters in Catalonia or in other parts of Spain?
Brexit Is an Opportunity to Take Back Control — For Spain
With Britain on the way out, why should other EU countries push back against Spanish irredentism?
Díaz Calls for Pragmatism in Spain’s Socialist Party Campaign
In her battle for control of the party, Susana Díaz must convince Socialists their best hopes lie in the center.
There Are Reason to Be Cautious About Breaking Up Bosnia
History suggests separation could easily lead to more tension and violence on the Balkans, not less.
Left-Wing Purists Split in Italy, Raise Risk of Five Star Victory
By breaking away from their party, rebel Democrats risk splitting the left-wing vote in the Five Star Movement’s favor.