America Is About to Become the Next Brexit
As Trump plots a radical reshaping of global economics, allies must prepare for betrayal, chaos—and painful consequences.
Politics
Analysis and debate on European and national politics, democracy, the rule of law, parties and elections, and Europe’s place in the world.
Europe’s Silence Fuels Gaza Crisis—Can EU Act?
As Trump and Netanyahu reignite Gaza conflict, Europe’s failure to respond risks severe regional consequences.
Europe’s Existential Choice: Democracy or Far-Right Chaos?
Tax billionaires or risk democracy’s collapse—Europe faces an urgent decision between fairness and authoritarian decline.
Rebuilding Europe’s Security Architecture
As Trump reshapes US foreign policy, Europe faces a security overhaul. Can a new coalition protect the continent from chaos?
Europe’s Collective Defence Depends on Economic Security and Social Stability
As EU leaders prioritise military spending, millions of industrial workers face austerity and job losses amid Europe’s growing polycrisis.
Europe’s Military Build-Up: Will Social Spending Be Sacrificed?
Europe must urgently increase defence budgets—but it doesn’t have to mean deep cuts to public services. Here’s the alternative.
Europe’s Awakening in Trumpland
Alberto Alemanno and Edouard Gaudot
Trump’s renewed assault on the EU has reignited a dormant sense of European purpose.
America is Gone and Europe Must Replace It
Europe must seize this historic moment, stepping up as America abdicates global leadership.
Europe’s Defence Crisis: Why More Spending Alone Will Not Keep the Continent Safe
Andrea Napolitano and Danny Wagemans
The EU’s fragmented defence system, inefficiencies, and reliance on the US leave it dangerously unprepared.
The Coming Showdown in Trumpworld
Trump’s elite backers—economic nationalists, Wall Street, and the techno-right—may soon fracture over conflicting agendas.
What has been the Cost of Ukraine’s War—And Who Pays?
Three years on, the war in Ukraine has reshaped economies, lives, and global politics. Can Europe afford the price?
Britain’s Choice: Europe or a Collapsing America
As the USA withdraws from European security, Keir Starmer faces a defining moment: realign with Europe or cling to a fading alliance.
Europe’s Economic Future: Should It Follow America’s Lead or Forge Its Own Path?
The Draghi report warns of stagnation, but does Europe need more growth—or a new economic vision?
Europe’s Last Chance: Unite or Fall Apart
As global tensions rise, Europe faces a stark choice—build a defence force and reshape global finance or risk irrelevance.
Austerity Strikes Again: The Hidden Agenda Behind the Cuts
Austerity is back—driven by politics, not economics. From the UK to Argentina and the US, the stakes are high.
The End of the ‘West’ and Europe’s Future
The West Is Over! What This Means for Europe.