Fillon Divides French Right, Copé Rejects Truce
Jean-François Copé says his challenger crossed a “red line” by splitting conservatives.
Western Europe
Dutch, German Leaders Criticized for Greek Debt Deal
Opposition parties in the two countries have little faith in the latest agreement with Greece.
Former French Premier Splits Conservatives in Parliament
François Fillon and his supporters break away after a contentious leadership election.
Medvedev Criticizes France’s Recognition of Syrian Rebels
No government should strive to undermine another, argues the Russian premier.
Sarkozy Urged to Intervene in Party’s Leadership Dispute
The former president is seen as the only man who can unite the warring factions in his party.
Wind Farms Peppered Across Britain But What of the Tide?
The coalition government’s energy policies are confused and lack ambition.
Western European Member States Block Budget Increase
Britain and other net contributors insist that spending should be reduced.
Hardliner Narrowly Elected French Conservative Leader
Former budget minister Jean-François Copé ekes out a primary election victory.
Germany’s Greens Consider Coalition with Conservatives
After next year’s election, the Green party may be able to form a coalition with the right.
Dutch, Germans to Deploy Missile Systems in Turkey
Turkey is expected to request the deployment of missile systems on its border with Syria.
Germany’s Merkel Cools to Russian Relationship
The German chancellor no longer worries about upsetting the Russians.
“No Military Reason” for Britain Not to Intervene in Syria
Britain’s army chief suggests that there may be a “limited intervention” in Syria.
Germans Worried About French Slide into Recession
Unless France makes economic reforms, it could plunge Europe in an even deeper crisis.
Germany Stills Needs Britain for Balance in Europe
Chancellor Angela Merkel needs the British for balance against the Mediterranean bloc.
Britain’s Cameron Defends Arab Gulf Weapons Sales
Selling fighter jets to undemocratic nations is “completely legitimate,” says the premier.