Germany: Beginning of the End of the Merkel Era?
The election in Meck-Pomm was widely seen as a referendum on Merkel’s open-door migration policy.
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Turkey Sets Ultimatum for EU Migrant Deal
Although Turkish officials have repeatedly threatened to renege on the March 18 EU-Turkey deal, this is the first time they have set a deadline.
Could Italy Bring Down the Euro?
The rise of the eurosceptic Five Star Movement, now the most popular political party in Italy, has potentially far-reaching implications for the European Union.
Public Support for European Union Plunges
Public opposition to the European Union in growing in all key member states, according to a new survey of voters in ten EU countries.
European Union Declares War on Internet Free Speech
The European Union, in partnership with Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Microsoft, has unveiled a “code of conduct” to combat the spread of “illegal hate speech” online in Europe.
EU-Turkey Migrant Deal Unravels
The EU-Turkey migrant deal, designed to halt the flow of migrants from Turkey to Greece, is falling apart just two months after it was reached. European officials are now looking for a back-up plan.
Why Europe Must Not Be Trusted to Disarm Hamas
European leaders are calling for a greater European role in enforcing the cease-fire in the Gaza Strip.
Spain: Anti-Semitism Alive and Well
Israel’s military operation in the Gaza Strip is drawing attention, once again, to the persistent scourge of anti-Semitism in Spain.
Why the EU Lacks Resolve on Russia
European divisions over relations with Russia are being laid bare by the shooting down of a passenger plane over Ukraine.
Meet the Next President of the European Commission
Juncker’s appointment as Commission president implies that the European Union will seek to centralize yet more power at the expense of national sovereignty.
Spain to Deport Pakistani Refugee for Criticizing Islam
The Spanish Supreme Court has ruled that a political refugee should be deported because his criticism of Islam is a threat to national security.
European Elections: “No to Europe, Yes to Europe”
Euro-skeptics face a daunting set of long-term challenges to stop the seemingly relentless march toward European federalism. In the near term, however, the impact of their electoral victories will be felt the most at the local and national levels.
