Spain Sees Growth But Ruling Party Remains Unpopular
Despite optimistic growth forecasts, Spain’s ruling conservatives remain unpopular.
Southern Europe
After Greek Default, Euro Exit Hinges on Referendum
If Greeks vote “yes” and their government steps down, a eurozone exit may yet be averted.
Leaders Rule Out Greece Deal Before Referendum
Greece’s creditors refuse to consider a new deal unless the country votes to stay in the euro.
Greek Euro Exit Could Herald Anti-Western Shift
Ejected from the euro, Greece is likely to eye Russia first as an alternative ally to its partners in the West.
Greece Edges Closer to Euro Exit, Imposes Capital Controls
Greece keeps its banks closed as chances of it leaving the eurozone increase by the day.
Greek Default Imminent After Euro Talks Break Up
Alexis Tsipras’ sudden announcement of a referendum dashes any hope of a deal.
Greek Referendum Reveals Tsipras’ Political Cowardice
The far-left prime minister’s refusal to make a decision shows he is unfit to lead in a crisis.
Greece Sticks to Pension, Tax Plans Creditors Rejected
Greece refuses creditor demands for pension and tax reforms, making a deal less likely.
If Greece Defaults Next Week, Don’t Blame Us
Greece’s far-left leaders have done everything they can to ruin their country’s chances of a deal.
Lack of Greek Pension, Tax Reform Block Deal
The IMF rejects Greece’s proposals for pension reform, setting back hopes of a bailout deal.
Crisis Summit Ends Without Greek Deal But Some Hope
European leaders fail to find a way out of the Greek debt crisis.
Greece Forces More Delay in Bailout Crisis Resolution
Greece fails to submit reforms in time, pushing back a resolution of its bailout crisis once again.
Greece Signs Pipeline Deal with Russia After European Talks Fail
A day after Greece’s bailout talks collapse, the country agrees to build part of a Russian pipeline.
Tusk Calls Crisis Summit After Latest Greek Talks Fail
The European Council will try to find a way out of the Greek crisis at an emergency session.
Greek Exit Should Not Have to Affect Other Weak Euro States
Greece is uniquely reckless and insolvent. Its exit should not reflect poorly on other countries.