All Europe
- Is Ukraine president losing the Kremlin's confidence?
Russian Prime Minister Medvedev vented today about Yanukovych, saying that Russia needed a partner who would not be treated like a doormat by his people.
- What currency for would-be independent Scotland – and at what cost?
The prospect of losing the British pound if Scotland votes 'yes' on September's independence referendum could slow the separatist movement's momentum.
- Are Ukraine's Maidan protesters 'terrorists' and 'radicals'?
The Ukrainian government warned that it would act to stop 'violent extremists' responsible for Tuesday's violence. But the reality on the ground doesn't quite fit the labels.
- Is Putin pushing for a crackdown in Ukraine?
The Kremlin has said that it will not intervene in Ukraine, but the escalating violence in Kiev may force their hand.
- After deadly night in Ukraine, Europe weighs response
Officials across Europe condemned yesterday's violence in Ukraine, and are set to consider sanctions against the Ukrainian government.
- Ukraine protesters clash with government forces amid fires and rubber bullets
After a day of chaos and violence, at least eighteen people are dead, dozens injured, and a compromise with the government is nowhere in sight.
- Putin's 'Sochi effect': Will Pussy Riot arrests interfere?
Two members of the Pussy Riot protest band were arrested and released in Sochi today. Their message may not be of great interest to Russians at a moment of patriotic Olympic pride.
- FocusEuropean boycotts begin to bite, catching Israel's attention
For years, boycott efforts in Europe seemed to be only symbolic gestures. But several major efforts announced in the past year, including one by the EU, are raising alarm.
- Hungary's opposition faces hard road to oust Orbán
A coalition of parties is banding together to try and top Viktor Orbán's ruling Fidesz party in April's parliamentary elections. Campaign season starts today.
- Why Ukraine's future may hinge on its oligarchs
Though Ukraine's turmoil has centered on the standoff between the Yanukovych government and protesters, it's the country's business elites who may be key to finding a resolution.
- Is Russia looking to increase its sway in the Mideast?
Reports say Moscow has signed a $3 billion arms deal with Egypt, which has been looking for support after the US cut financial support for Cairo post-coup.
- 'Slippery slope?' Belgium moves to extend euthanasia rights to children
While Belgium already allows 'the right to die,' a new bill that removes age restrictions has set off intense debate.
- France's far right gains big in polls – with key caveats
On the heels of a Swiss referendum to restrict immigration, Marine Le Pen's party gets another jump in approval. But a closer look is warranted.
- How Greece's economic crisis filled the Athens sky with smog
On bad days this winter, urban air-pollution levels have topped those deemed safe – and it's at least partially due to government taxes.
- With Olympian pride, Russia asks teachers to ease up on homework
Russia's ruling party wants students to watch the Sochi Games, and has suggested that teachers cut back on homework assignments so they can see all the action.
- After wooing DC, Hollande faces tougher task: winning over Silicon Valley
The French president, who once said he didn’t 'like the rich,' hopes to convince US tech leaders, including Facebook and Google, that they should bring their investments and ideas to France.
- Britain's wettest January on record yields severe flooding – and blame
Prime Minister Cameron is facing harsh criticism for his response to flooding in which thousands have been evacuated, the Thames burst its banks, and neighbors have battled over sandbags.
- Putin sees 'containment' in West's Sochi criticism. Does he have a point?
The foreign coverage of Sochi has been full of reports of ephemeral foibles, spurring Putin's complaints. But the media have also raised serious issues that Russia has yet to address.
- Could Swiss vote spur a rethink on EU barriers to migration?
Much of Europe has been weighing ways to reduce so-called welfare tourism from poorer EU nations. Switzerland's support for quotas on EU migrants may spur a new debate on labor mobility.
- Proposed Islamic art museum divides Venice
Right-wing politicians say they plan to protest the museum. Others say it would broaden the cultural life of a city that is frequently reduced to a tourist postcard.