In pursuit of stability: Why the EU was created
It may not seem like it today — with Brexit, nationalism and a resurgent Russia on its borders — but…
Populists run into trouble as Italy drifts
Populists are riding high in Italy's uneasy governing coalition and challenging Europe's status quo. Meanwhile, Italy suffers from inertia and…
What’s the Brexit “backstop”? And why does it matter?
It's a term taken from cricket and baseball. Now, a "backstop" holds the key to Britain's messy exit from the…
Trump to the world: When America “wins,” you lose
Donald Trump has thumbed his nose at norms governing U.S. behavior towards allies and foes alike. He inhabits a Hobbesian…
France’s “gilets jaunes” send shivers through Europe
France's "gilets jaunes" movement has forced President Macron to offer concessions. And the yellow vests are sending shock waves across…
Macron’s call for “a real European army” highlights rift in NATO
Should Europe build its own army? Or spend more to support the transatlantic alliance? A rift has opened up between…
A richer, wary Europe strengthens common defence
Wary of Russia and chided by Donald Trump, Europe is spending more on defence and cooperating more closely. But the…
EU’s Balkans expansion to go ahead despite concerns
Plans to expand the European Union to include the volatile Western Balkans appear to be going ahead after an agreement…
Political earthquake in Spain rocks Europe’s boat
Spain has been hit by a political earthquake that has sent shock waves around the country and ripples of nervousness…
Catalonia: Historic yearning is now Spain’s crisis
The rich region of Catalonia has long dreamed of independence from outside rulers. Now it's at loggerheads with its Spanish…
