Setback for German Conservatives in State Poll
Chancellor Angela Merkel’s party loses a regional prime ministership to the left.
Western Europe
Farage Rejects Coalition With Cameron’s Conservatives
The United Kingdom Independence Party won’t support another Cameron administration.
Is British European Membership in America’s Interest?
The United States should rather have the continent divided than united against it.
Germany’s Merkel Dominates Preelection Polls
This fall’s election is likely to strengthen Angela Merkel’s position as German chancellor.
Britain “Entitled” to Request Changes in Europe: Cameron
The British prime minister promises voters a “real choice” on Europe in the next election.
German Opposition Criticizes Merkel’s Arms Exports
The left condemns the sale of weapons to undemocratic governments and conflict areas.
Afghan Factions Meet in France as NATO Prepares Withdrawal
Four Afghan groups meet in France, not for negotiations but at least they’re talking.
French Opposition Rivals Agree to New Leadership Vote
The leadership battle on the French right comes to an end with a plan to call a revote.
Merkel Chastises Opposition for Blocking Tax Relief
“Incomprehensible” that the left should block tax cuts, says the German chancellor.
Fillon Supports New Leadership Primary on French Right
The former premier calls for a revote, but says he will “probably” not stand for election.
British European Union Membership at Crossroad
Analysts from the geostrategic consultancy Wikistrat reflect on Britain’s future in Europe.
Britain to Miss Fiscal Targets, Credit Rating in Doubt
Britain’s top credit rating could be in peril as the country misses its debt and deficit targets.
Franco-German Defense Relations Unlikely to Deepen
Enhanced Franco-German military cooperation would effectively shut Britain out of Europe.
NATO Ministers Discuss Turkish Missile Deployment
The alliance is expected to approve the deployment of missile defenses in Turkey.
Britain’s Osborne: No Turning Back on Fiscal Policy
The chancellor believes that reversing budget policy would be a “complete disaster.”