Chemical Weapons in Syria Would Cross Red Line: Macron
The new French president sets a red line and criticizes Barack Obama for not enforcing his.
Western Europe
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.
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.
Dutch Coalition Talks Fail Again, Minority Government Likely
The collapse of talks with the Green party leaves Mark Rutte with few options.
Defeat Makes It Harder for May to Navigate Brexit Demands
Both pragmatists, who want a “soft” Brexit, and hardliners now hold more sway over the prime minister.
Does the British Election Mean Anything for America?
To the extent that it proves the viability of socialism and the waning of the alt-right.
Election Divides Kingdom as Parties Consolidate Their Base
Both the Conservative and Labour coalitions have become more homogenous, which makes it harder to govern Britain.
Macron Projected to Win Comfortable Majority in France
Polls point to the biggest parliamentary majority for an incoming president since Charles de Gaulle.
Conservatives Need to Reevaluate Beliefs After Defeat
The party must find a way to emphasize the benefits of its ideology, especially to young voters.
What Good Is a Two-Party System If It Doesn’t Provide Stability?
The Conservatives and Labour have won a combined 80 percent support, yet neither commands a majority.
Election Exacerbates Britain’s Blue-Red Divide
British voters are sorting into two camps. This could make it more difficult for any one party to govern.