Bulgaria finally has a new government, but its prospects of survival don't look good.
Category: Europe
Whither Turkey?
With a diplomatic revolution apparently in progress, Turkey's position has become pivotal. Reconciliation with the western democracies may be on the cards.
End-of-summer update
Our regular look at election news from around the world, covering Belgium, Ecuador, Abkhazia and Austria.
A new world order
The Trumpian reversal of alliances gathers pace, with the US voting against Ukraine and alongside Russia at the United Nations.
Germany’s unexpected cliffhanger
It was a nail-biting count, but Germany's Christian Democrats and Social Democrats have won a majority between them. Now they need to agree on a government: it won't be easy, but there is no alternative.
Election preview: Germany
Germany goes to the polls on Sunday, with up to seven parties set to win representation and a difficult task of coalition-building ahead.
Trump, Putin and Ukraine
Contrary to some optimistic forecasts, Donald Trump seems set to sell out Ukraine, but the deal is not yet done.
France’s Socialists come on board – sort of
France's prime minister survives for the time being, but the future prospects of his balancing act remain uncertain.
Ireland gets a new government
After scenes of chaos on Wednesday, Ireland ultimately succeeds in confirming its new government in office.
The fish rots from the head
A political scientist explodes the myth of an irresistible "populist wave".
The World is Not Enough 