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Oligarchs out, 'siloviki' in? Why Russia's foreign policy is hardening.Western sanctions on Russia have mostly targeted business elites close to President Vladimir Putin. But experts say the military-security establishment, or siloviki, have Putin's ear now.
In one Athens suburb, austerity rips a hole in safety netThe deterioration of the Greece's social safety net amid austerity-driven cuts helped propel anti-austerity party Syriza to victory last week. And the cuts continue to have a very real – and detrimental – impact on Greek health.
From the Monitor archives: Britain bids Winston Churchill farewellThe legendary British statesman was laid to rest 50 years ago today in 'one of the most stirring and momentous ceremonies' in the country's history. The Christian Science Monitor reported as it happened.
France's anti-jihadi efforts net an 8-year-old schoolboyFrance is trying to squelch radicalism among youth, and has produced a video that counters jihadi talking points one-by-one. But authorities are under fire for detaining a child who voiced support in school for the Hebdo attackers.
Greece 'not going gently into the night,' says new finance ministerYanis Varoufakis, an economist with a fondness for Dylan Thomas and loud shirts, promises to take a hard line against what he calls Europe's 'fiscal waterboarding' of Greece.
'Putin's brain' says he doesn't have Putin's ear. Do we know who does?As fighting in Ukraine flares up again, one influential voice says that Putin has sidelined him. And Putin's oligarch allies, smarting from Western sanctions, have reportedly lost influence as well.
Never again: The Auschwitz 'warning to humanity' turns 70More than one million Jews, Roma, Poles, Soviet prisoners of war, and others were killed at the most infamous Nazi death camp. Today, officials plan to make the Auschwitz-Birkenau museum more an educational experience than a memorial.
The ExplainerSyriza party wins big in Greek election. What does it mean for Europe?The left-wing party's anti-austerity platform has resonated widely across Greece. But European creditors, especially Germany, remain wary of its implications as they head into a new round of negotiations over the country's bailout.
As Syriza takes reins, Greek hopes are high. Can they be met?The party of new Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras swept to office on the back of Greeks angry at Europe-imposed austerity. But Syriza may find that living up to its promise to renegotiate Europe's terms is a difficult, if not impossible, task.
Greek leftists set for big win. Now comes the hard part: swaying Europe.The left-wing, anti-austerity party is all but assured of being the big winner in Sunday's Greek elections. How it uses its newfound power to negotiate with Europe could have lasting effects on the whole EU bloc.
Ukrainian rebels promise new offensive – while Moscow pushes peaceThe pro-Russia separatists' leader today declared a tenuous cease-fire dead, and threatened to advance against Kiev's forces. The move seems to put him at odds with Putin, who has been pushing peace talks.
London mayor pays sales tax on English house...to the IRS?Mayor Boris Johnson learned a hard lesson: he can hold US-British dual citizenship. And with it, US-British dual taxes.
Could Germany's anti-Islam group actually benefit from 'Hitler selfie'?Many in Dresden had distanced themselves from the Pegida movement because of the dubious history of Lutz Bachmann, one of its leaders. But now he's out, after a picture emerged of him wearing a Hitler mustache and hairstyle.
Throttling a 'Leviathan'? Russia tightens controls on its film industryRussia's Ministry of Culture is turning up pressure on the country's fledgling movie industry to be more patriotic and use less obscene language – demands that Oscar-nominated Russian film 'Leviathan' runs afoul of.
French leaders pledge more money for counter-terrorism fightFrance's intelligence services have been in the spotlight since homegrown militants killed 17 people in Paris earlier this month. Military spending cuts are being put on hold and better weaponry is promised for French security services.
Russia sends clear message - and spy ship - on eve of US-Cuba talksThe US is sending its highest-level delegation to Cuba in 35 years this week. But Russia doesn't want to be left out.
France's post-Hebdo crackdown on 'incitement': Hypocritical?Many wonder how Charlie Hebdo's cartoons can be held up as 'free expression' while statements of sympathy for the gunmen's anger are 'incitement of terrorism.' The explanation is tied up in the law.
New fighting in Ukraine: A prelude to peace talks?The surge in violence around Donetsk's airport between government forces and Russia-backed rebels looks like a return to war. But analysts say it may actually be diplomatic positioning ahead of future talks.
Muslims in Europe: the misperceptions, and the factsFollowing the Charlie Hebdo attacks and virulent rhetoric from anti-immigration groups, Muslims in Europe fear an impending backlash. Basic statistics about the community are at odds with perceptions.
Cover StoryEurope pivots between safety and privacy onlineEuropean countries lead a push for the right to anonymity in the Digital Age. But, in the wake of terrorist shootings in France, calls for greater surveillance rise, too.
