Catalan Far Left Splits on Joining Region’s Government
Without the far left’s support, parties that want to break away from Spain may need to call snap elections.
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Far-Left Separatists Back Catalonia’s Artur Mas
A small left-wing party gives the Spanish region’s pro-independence coalition a majority.
Tragedy of Europe’s Socialists Could Repeat Itself in Spain
Spain’s Socialists should take a lesson from their counterparts in Germany and the Netherlands.
Spanish Left Rules Out Keeping Rajoy in Power
Spain’s two largest left-wing parties reject another conservative-led government.
Spain’s Rajoy Wins Election But Loses Majority
Spain’s ruling conservative party wins the most seats, but loses its majority in Congress.
Spain Should Seize Opportunity of More Liberal Government
The Atlantic Sentinel welcomes an alliance between Spain’s conservatives and liberals.
Hypocritical Renzi Has a Point on Nord Stream
If Germany is serious about protecting Ukraine, it can’t build a pipeline behind its back.
Greece to Miss Privatization Targets Once Again
Greece postpones the privatization of the port of Piraeus as it seeks to reduce its selloff targets.
Greece Asks EU for Help to Control Bloc’s External Border
After warnings that it might be ejected from the Schengen Area, Greece finally asks for help.
Catalan Leader Vows to Press Ahead with Secession
Artur Mas says a Constitutional Court ruling against independence will not change his plans.
Greece Threatened with Schengen Expulsion
Other European nations complain that Greece is dragging its feet in controlling the border.
NATO to Invite Montenegro, Russia Dismayed
Russia warns that it would consider its Cold War rival’s expansion in the Balkans as a provocation.
Spanish Parties in Three-Way Tie for Election
Conservative, liberal and socialist parties are vying for first place in Spain’s general election.
Portugal’s President Expected to Install Left-Wing Coalition
There is little Aníbal Cavaco Silva can do to block a left-wing government, but he’s not making it easy.
Catalan Secessionism Could Benefit Rajoy in Election
Catalonia’s independence bid allows Mariano Rajoy to portray himself as the defender of Spanish unity.