France Deploys Carrier to Support War on Islamic State
President François Hollande announces the deployment of France’s only aircraft carrier.
Western Europe
Merkel Joins Britain’s Call for Two-Speed Europe
28 member states can no longer integrate all at the same pace.
Merkel Mends Ties with Bavarian Ally on Immigration
The German chancellor walks back her open-doors policy.
Europe’s Future Doesn’t Hinge on Angela Merkel
Sixty years of European integration won’t come undone the day Angela Merkel leaves office.
Osborne Vows to “Lessen” Impact of Tax Credit Cuts
Britain’s chancellor takes a step back after seeing his legislation defeated in the House of Lords.
Lords Force Cameron, Osborne to Delay Tax Credit Cuts
In an unusual demonstration of its power, Britain’s unelected upper chamber delays cuts in tax credits.
Tax Credits Debate Could Spark British Constitutional Crisis
The ruling Conservatives accuse opposition parties of abusing their majority in the House of Lords.
Polish Conservative Win Boon to Britain’s Cameron
Like the British, Poland’s conservatives are Euroskeptic. But there are some disagreements.
Criticism of British Relations with China Overblown
If the United Kingdom is subordinating its principles to commercial gain, that is hardly unusual.
Scottish Nationalists Take Advantage of Labour Upheaval
With Labour in disarray, the nationalists argue the only alternative to Tory rule is Scottish independence.
German Conservatives Resist Merkel’s Immigration Policy
Disquiet in the chancellor’s Christian Democrat ranks is rising.
Sometimes Blandness Is a Good Thing
David Cameron does not inspire passion. Maybe that’s a good thing.
Britain’s Cameron Shows Liberal Side at Conference
The prime minister unveils a social agenda to fight discrimination and poverty.
Osborne Could Increasingly Define Conservative Agenda
To ensure his legacy, David Cameron could allow his deputy to spearhead the party’s modernization.
French, German Leaders Give Putin Way Out in Ukraine
For the European powers, Ukrainian pride is a price worth paying to keep Russian aggression at bay.