Peace in Ukraine may depend on Vladimir Putin's friends telling him to back down. It turns out, however, that he doesn't have a lot of friends left.
Category: Europe
War for Russia
Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine stakes the future of civilisation on the prospects of regime change in Russia.
France’s candidates line up
Eight candidates have so far qualified to run for president of France. Several others are still struggling to make the deadline, including some of the most controversial.
Putin blinks?
Russia moves towards annexation of the rebel-controlled Donbas. It's a gross violation of international law, but it's probably also a step away from the threat of full-scale war.
Malta goes early again
The EU's smallest member will go to the polls next month, with its Labour prime minister set to win his party a third term in office.
Mauritius stakes a claim
Mauritius highlights its territorial dispute with the UK, and a BBC report showcases the virtues of a free press.
February election roundup
Your monthly update of electoral news around the world: features Costa Rica, Australia, Spain and Switzerland.
France, two months out
France begins voting for president in two months time, with the still-undeclared incumbent looking in a strong position.
War for Donbas?
The drums of war in Ukraine beat perhaps a little more softly this week. But could Russia be planning a limited operation in eastern Ukraine?
Seventy years on
Seventy years of an unusually successful monarch is worth celebrating. But it's also important to note how unusual it is.
The World is Not Enough 