The G8 communiqué calls for peace talks, a political solution and a democratic Syria. Unfortunately it leaves us none the wiser about how to get there.
Do libertarians believe in democracy?
A set-to between Jon Chait and Rand Paul has an important moral. Democrats should get over their fear of limited government, and libertarians should get over their fear of democracy.
The right way to handle protests
Mass protests in Brazil echo those of a fortnight ago in Turkey, but the government's response so far has been very different. Rhetoric isn't everything, but it matters.
Supreme Court pulls Arizona into line
Arizona tries to make it harder for people to enrol to vote, but the Supreme Court says no.
Turkish democracy survives the test, so far
The Turkish protest movement has failed to bring down the government, but it may have laid the groundwork for a more effective democratic opposition.
A memorable Czech scandal
The Czech Republic loses its prime minister to a sensational scandal involving sex, gold and espionage. Early elections are possible.
Iran’s moderate nails it
A moderate victory in Iran poses a test for theocrat Ali Khamenei.
A quick guide to Iranian election results
Moderate candidate Hassan Rouhani has a big early lead in Iran's presidential election. Here's how to follow along with the count.
Election preview: Iran
Iran's presidential election looks as if it might be more exciting than anyone expected, with a surge in support for the most moderate candidate and the chance of a runoff next week.
Populist insurgency not working well in Italy
Italy's centre-left finally gets some good news, but its populist movement is facing the sort of problems that typically plague amateurs in politics.
