Merkel, Sarkozy Lose in Regional Elections
The ruling parties of both France and Germany suffered defeat at the polls in regional elections this weekend.
Western Europe
Sarkozy in the Shadow of French Grandeur
Nicolas Sarkozy’s foreign policy is very different from Charles de Gaulle’s.
Britain Deepens Cuts in Spending, Tax Rates
Despite its “budget for growth,” Britain’s coalition government is struggling to regain fiscal balance.
Britain Has Multiple Objectives in Libya
Britain took a leading role in intervening in Libya. How is it participating in the allied operation and why?
Western Powers Mobilize for Libyan Airstrikes
Britain, France, the United States are preparing for air strikes against Libya after the United Nations authorized action.
Could Europe Impose a No-Fly Zone Alone?
With the United States reluctant to intervene in Libya, could Britain and France do it on their own?
Clegg Vows to Protect NHS from Privatization
Britain’s deputy prime minister promised not to let the profit motive undermine his country’s public health care system.
Eurozone Leaders Enact New Financial Pact
The leaders of Europe’s single currency bloc agreed on a program of long term economic overhauls this weekend.
Libya Releases Captured Dutch Navy Crew
Colonel Gaddafi’s son announced that the three Dutch aviators captured during a rescue operation would be released from Libya.
Cameron Vows to Fight “Enemies of Enterprise”
Free enterprise is Britain’s only hope for regaining growth and competitiveness, Cameron says.
Dutch Government Denied Upper House Majority
The Netherlands’ ruling coalition fails to secure a majority in the Senate.
Irish Expected to Oust Ruling Party
Ireland’s largest opposition party is likely to secure a plurality of seats in today’s parliamentary elections.
Election Setback for German Conservatives
Defeat in Hamburg draws attention to the conservatives’ unpopularity nationally.
G20 Reaches Accord on Economic Indicators
The world’s twenty largest economies agree to reduce trade and currency imbalances.
Britain’s National Health Service “Inhumane”
Britain’s health system fails to meet “the most basic standards of care.”