European Union Commentary

The New European Pirates

Europeans are up in arms about proposed antipiracy legislation. If it passes, it could be a harbinger of darker times.

The Erosion of the EU

First came the economic troubles. Now the European Union also faces crises of policy, unity and democratic legitimacy

The Revolt of the Political Man

Washington and Wall Street, the euro and the ECB have ruled for too long. Citizens are throwing off the golden straitjacket and reclaiming their voice.

Germany Makes Another Balkan Mess

Merkel's ultimatum made a bad situation even worse. Washington must walk away from the Kosovo problem.

The United States of Europe

The EU's problems go much deeper than debt.

Europe Charges toward Second Great Depression

Europe is making the mistakes of the 1920s all over again, hoping this time to avoid another Great Depression—and world war.

Balkan War Redux

New players. Same old barricades, shoot-outs and Molotov cocktails.

Europe's Contagion Effect: Prepare for a Global Economic Collapse

Europe is fast approaching the moment of truth that will reveal whether it can solve the crisis or be consumed by it.

The Death of the Bosnian State

Mourn for the dream of a multi-ethnic Bosnia.

The Other Failed Peace Process

A moment of truth for the Karabakh conflict will decide the fate of the Caucasus.

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May 26, 2012