The EU and Greece: A 17 Billion Dollar Throw of the Dice
The austerity package that passed the Greek Parliament and the parallel injection of credit is a major gamble that could make things worse.
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Papandreou Willing to Quit but Opposition Plays Coy
With thousands of demonstrators encircling the parliament in Athens, George Papandreou desperately attempted to form a unity government.
EU Parliament Against Unilateral Palestinian State
President of the EU parliament meets in Ramallah with PM Fayyad and says a unilateral Palestinian Authority state is “dangerous."
Portuguese Election Produces Government Committed to Austerity
Portugal's electorate turned against the Socialists and elected the Social Democrats although it realizes that this means austerity is ahead.
Bailout II: Unprecedented Sequel to Greek Bailout
The EU is trying desperately to piece together another bailout for Greece that will effectively mean the loss of economic independence.
European Countries Trade Charges over Contaminated Cucumbers
In addition to the genuine health scare the E.coli epidemic has touched off bickering over responsibility.
Largest E. Coli Outbreak Spreading in Europe
The largest outbreak of E. coli in the world has killed 14 people in Germany. More than 300 are seriously ill. And it's spreading.
Estonia to Lead Fight Against European Anti-Kosher Bill
Estonia’s prime minister vows to fight against a European Parliament bill that would force kosher meat to be labeled “unstunned before slaughter.”
Syrian Experts Claim: Sanctions Are ‘Illegal’
Syrian law experts tell Syria news agency that the U.S. and EU measures against Syria are illegal according to international law.
Europe Rallies behind Lagarde, BRICS Drop Their Guard
All EU members are backing Christine Lagarde for the post IMF director. The BRICS countries fail to unite behind an alternative
No Requests for EU Monitors to Return to Rafiah
EU monitors have not been asked to return to the Rafiah crossing, even though it is set to reopen Saturday, abrogating a 2005 agreement.
EU Freezes Assad’s Cash
Asset freeze and visa ban slapped on Bashar Assad and nine other members of Syria’s government.
EU Will Extend Syria Sanctions, Include Assad
European Union expected to extend its sanctions on Syria next week to include Assad, diplomat says.
Denmark Deals Another Blow to Borderless Europe
If the French action on the Italian border could be excused as an emergency, Denmark's decision to reimpose border controls challenges the EU.
On the Way to a European Super State?
An increasing number of analysts are predicting that the bailout dam in Europe is about to be breached but some think it is part of a master plan.
EU Announces Initial Sanctions Against Syria
The EU published a sanctions list against Syrian officials instrumental in violent repression.
EU to Impose Arms Embargo on Syria
As protests in Syria continue to be repressed, EU announces arms embargo, sanctions against officials. Assad is not included in the sanctions.
EU Learns to Beware of Bearing Gifts to Greeks
Having nudged Portugal into a bailout, the EU expected a respite, but the worsening of the Greek crisis has awakened nightmare scenarios.
Grassroots Organization to Europe: Physician, Heal Thyself!!
"Cities of Israel" Org: Given how Europe treats Nazi-stolen Jewish property, it has no right to demand Jewish evictions from Judea/Samaria.
EU Scrambles to Save Schengen
The tide of refugees from North Africa has forced Europe to ponder the sustainability of a Europe without borders.
British Government Runs Out of Appeals on Prisoner Franchise
The European Human Rights Court quashed a British appeal and set a deadline for prisoner voting.
Icelandic No Vote Piques Ireland's Interest
The majority who voted no in Iceland defied their government and have aroused interest in Ireland.
Netanyahu Warns: Iran is Accelerating its Nuclear Program
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu warns ambassadors from the European Union visiting Jerusalem not to forget Iran in all the Mideast unrest.
Italy Plays Hot Potato With African Migrants
The islanders of Lampedusa complain to Rome and Rome complains to Brussels, but the EU won't help Italy deal with refugees.
Portugal's Political Crisis Makes a Bailout Inevitable
Prime Minster Jose Socrates' expected resignation means that there will be no government with power to impose austerity measures in the near term.
Europe Fails to Agree on Nuclear Tests and Safeguards
Germany and France took opposing positions in discussions on regulating nuclear reactors.
EU Mideast Envoy Position Vacant
EU Mideast envoy Marc Otte was not replaced when his term ended last week – and might not be.
The Euro Crisis is Still with Us
While attention has been focused on the Arab world, the European debt crisis is still with us and becoming more intractable.
Developments in the Arab World Have not Helped Turkey
Although the Turkish Government would like to believe that the popular revolutions have strengthened it, the welcome mat is not out in the EU.
EU and US Consider Sanctions on Libya
EU members meet to discuss immediate sanctions on Libya, while in the US, Obama does the same, but refrains from telling Qaddafi to step down.
Festering Debt Crisis Pressures Euro Downwards
Lingering fears of Portugese solvency as well as issues affecting previous bailouts create a climate of uncertainty
Italy Catches the Fallout from Tunisian Revolution
Italy is trying to cope with an immigration wave from Tunisia touched off by the regime change and the ensuing confusion
France and Germany Woo Poland
Germany and France, authors of a new competitiveness for the Eurozone, are trying to smooth matters with Poland.
Parliament Takes on Judicial Activism
In a test case pitting national sovereignty against European law, the British Parliament will defend Britain's voting law. Political dynamite.
Hungary and EU Both Back Down, Crisis Averted
What seemed to be a collision in the making between Hungary and the EU has been averted as both sides climb down.
Belarus Dictatorship Threatened by Mid East Riots?
The US and the EU have responded to the fraudulent December elections and the repression that ensued with targeted but ineffective sanctions.
EU Has no Time for Albania
The disputed elections of 2009 are still roiling the situation in Albania, deaths in a recent opposition demonstration threaten an escalation.
Belgian Anti-Semitism Leads to More Aliyah
Figures show an increase of 63% in aliyah from Belgium to Israel in 2010. The reason: a rise in anti-Semitism.
Rumblings along British Coalition's EU Fault Line
The problems of the euro are threatening the Conservative-Liberal Democrat Coalition in the UK. France is pressuring the UK to help out.
Japan Props Up the Euro
Japan has decided to buy European debt in a big way for either economic reasons, to compete with China or both.
Fast Tracked Chinese Leader Arrives in Spain
Li Keqiang, most likely China's next premier, is touring Western Europe and using cash to smooth over differences
A Goulash of an EU Presidency?
Hungary assumes the EU presidency at a troubled time for the union as well as Hungary's relationship with Brussels.
EU Grants 10-Yr Duty-Free Status to PA Agro Products
The European Union has given the PA in Judea, Samaria and Gaza a 10-year duty-free import trade status.
China Ride's to the Euro's Rescue
China is intervening to shore up the battered Euro. This is enlightened self-interest
EU Affirms Readiness to Recognize a Palestinian State
EU says that it is ready to recognize a Palestinian state but stops short on recognizing it outright.
European MPs: Giving Up Gaza was a Mistake
European MPs from the “new Right” light Chanukah candles at the Gush Katif museum and say giving up Gaza was a mistake.
European 'New Right' MPs in Samaria: 'This is Jewish Land!'
Senior European parliamentarians concerned about Islamic expansion visit Samaria, declare full support for Jews.
EU Discusses Closer Ties with Syria Despite Terror Axis
A EU official is to visit Damascus Thursday in an effort to improve ties with Syria, which has allied itself with Iran, Hizbullah and Hamas.
EU Struggles with Immigration
Swedish parties battle over future of immigration, Germany's Merkel terms multiculturalism 'utter failure.'
Eur. Jewish Congress: 'Jews in Europe Entering a Dark Period'
EJC warns of Jewish communities in Europe that are 'teetering on the brink' due to official endorsement or neglect of anti-Semitism.
Lieberman to European FMs: Solve Your Own Problems First
Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman, meeting French and Spanish counterparts, says "We will not be sacrificed by you as Czechoslovakia was."
Lieberman Invites EU Ministers to Visit Gaza
Foreign Minister Lieberman tells his Italian counterpart that EU ministers may visit Gaza.
EU Adds Funding for Israeli Defense Contractors
The European Union is considering funding Israeli military contractor Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) for two new research contracts.
Gaza Flotilla Reflects Turkish Rejection of the West
The Turkish-sponsored Gaza flotilla clash is being seen by pundits as part of a larger rejection of the West by Ankara.
International Response to Gaza Boats Clash
Greece, Turkey and Spain summon Israeli ambassadors over Gaza flotilla incident, EU demands explanations.
Three EU Diplomats Leave "Anti-Israel Propaganda" Mission
Two more diplomats join senior EU official who left Israel delegation, charging the trip is an “anti-Israel propaganda mission.”
European Representatives Look Into Anti-Semitism
The consuls-general of several European countries met this week in the US and discussed their countries' problems with anti-Semitism.
Report: EU Trains Israeli Journalists to Back Saudi Plan
The EU is training Israeli journalists to support the Saudi Peace Plan that would see Israel become a majority-Arab state, reporter says.
First-Time Meeting Between EU and Nationalist-Jewish Press
Arutz Sheva TV participated in meeting between European journalists and representatives of the religious-Zionist media, in EU-sponsored event.
Lieberman: Yes to Talks, No to Blackmail
Foreign Minister Lieberman to tell European ministers that Israel is willing to talk, but won't give in to PA blackmail.
