Maneuvering over the nuclear deal was punctuated by U.S. accusations of Iran extortion, French attempts to start talks and Trump’s vow of more sanctions.
Author: STEVEN ERLANGER
Europeans Race to Establish Trade With Iran
With Tehran threatening to breach limits set in the nuclear deal, Europeans are scrambling to restore some of the economic benefits Iran was promised.
Council of Europe Restores Russia’s Voting Rights
Ukraine and other former Soviet states opposed ending the suspension, which began with the annexation of Crimea. Russia had threatened to quit the group if it were not reinstated.
As U.S. and Iran Face Off, Europe Is Stuck in the Middle
European leaders want desperately to preserve the nuclear deal, which they see as critical to regional security, but are powerless to stop the escalations that threaten it.
Distrusting Both Iran and U.S., Europe Urges ‘Maximum Restraint’
Washington’s history of hyping intelligence is weighing on European governments, who are suspicious of President Trump’s hawkish Iran policies.
Europe Vows to Spend More on Defense, but U.S. Still Isn’t Happy
Washington says it supports allies’ efforts to increase military funding and capacity, but has complained that the plans cut out American contractors.
European Union Warns Italy to Reduce Spending and Borrowing
The warning by the European Commission was expected in the face of a populist government that intends to cut taxes and increase spending and despises Brussels.
Sure, the Populists Gained, but the Real Winners May Be for Europe
In a fragmented new European Parliament, President Emmanuel Macron of France’s pro-Europe forces and the Greens may have more leverage to influence both policy and personnel.
European Election Results Show Growing Split Over Union’s Future
As both pro-E.U. and anti-E.U. forces seemed likely to claim some victories, the vote made clear that arguing over the future of the bloc would intensify.
What to Watch For in the European Parliament Election Results
More than 400 million Europeans are eligible to vote in an election that will measure the strength of populists — and of supporters of the European Union.