The Muck of the Irish

The Irish rejection of the Lisbon Treaty is short-sighted. A strong Europe is in Ireland's best interest.

The European Model (Really)

Europe seems to understand the dangers of not taking a decisive stand against terrorism and violence - more so than the US.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121331280816168979.html?mod=opinion_main_review_and_outlooks

Italy cracks down on immigrants

A bold step by Prime Minister Berlusconi to address the growing concerns - and tensions - within the Italian public.

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/05/15/europe/italy.php?page=1

Among Czechs and Poles, same missile shield, differing sense of threat

The missile defense shield is crucial for Europe and the US.

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/05/14/europe/letter.php

Spain blames ETA for bomb attack that killed Spanish policeman

ETA is a considerable threat to Spain. Prime Minister Zapatero must take a more decisive stance against the terrorist group.

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/05/14/europe/spain.php

A battered Gordon Brown faces more blows

Gordon Brown has been unable to meet expectations of the British people and his own party. Perhaps the Tories' return is coming...

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/05/13/europe/britain.php

Blow West

Serbia has a long way to go in joining the EU, but this is certainly a step forward.

http://www.economist.com/opinion/displayStory.cfm?source=hptextfeature&story_id=11358960

German War Guilt and the Jewish State

The politics of memory remain significant in Germany and its relationship with Israel.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121072153331089983.html?mod=opinion_main_commentaries

Europe reluctant to set up a security doctrine

Chancellor Merkel has set out a bold initiative that Europe must embrace for its own good.

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/05/09/europe/letter.php?page=1

The Conservative Revival

Excellent outlook on the conservative movement on both sides of the Atlantic.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/09/opinion/09brooks.html?ref=opinion

Putin Changes Jobs – And Russia

What is ahead for Russia under the shadow of puppet master Putin?

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121029328474879437.html?mod=opinion_main_commentaries

Georgia, NATO and Mr. Medvedev

Georgia must be given the opportunity to distance itself from Russia and align itself with the West, especially throught NATO.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/06/opinion/06tue2.html?_r=1&ref=opinion&oref=slogin

Sarkozy's France

Approaching his first year in office, President Sarkozy must re-invent his presidency and presidential style to deliver on his mandate.

http://www.economist.com/world/europe/displaystory.cfm?story_id=11289076

NATO Bows to Russia

Not accepting Georgia and Ukraine is a step backward for NATO. I do hope this decision is revisted next year.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB120730558602289597.html?mod=opinion_main_commentaries

Shoeshine politics

A simple yet profound look at the difference between European and American society through the microcosm of shoe shining.

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/04/02/opinion/edcohen.php?page=1

The baton passes to Asia

Intriguing argument by Roger Cohen. Is the American eagle being replaced by China's dragon and India's tiger?

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/03/30/opinion/edcohen.php?page=1

Russian ties, Afghan war at stake for NATO summit

NATO should move toward welcoming Georgia and Ukraine to send a clear message of the West's solidarity against a surreptitious Russia.

http://www.iht.com/articles/reuters/2008/03/30/news/OUKWD-UK-NATO-SUMMIT.php?page=1

The Republic Formerly Known as...

Greece must let go of this fickle issue and approve Macedonia's entry into NATO.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/30/opinion/30sun4.html?_r=1&ref=opinion&oref=slogin

NATO Expansion Should Continue

The expansion of NATO is crucial to trans-atlantic security.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB120665952870370033.html?mod=opinion_main_commentaries

The new Diana? In Britain, Carla Bruni steals the show

Sometimes diplomacy is more subdued and elegant.

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/03/27/europe/sarkozy.php?page=1