Who's saying what | 16/05/2013
A backlog of reforms, record unemployment, tax scandals: a year after being elected as French president François Hollande's popularity ratings have plunged. Will he still be able to change course and pull the country out of its stagnation? » more
Who's saying what | 08/05/2013
Leading European politicians are campaigning for fiscal stimulus measures instead of austerity, the EU is more lenient with deficit deviants and crisis-hit countries are gaining more time to repay their loans. Is Europe abandoning its austerity policy in view of the ongoing recession? » more
Who's saying what | 03/05/2013
Joblessness in the Eurozone is soaring to ever new record levels. One person in four is out of work in Greece and Spain, with young people being the hardest hit. Must Europe put belt-tightening behind it to overcome this plight? » more
Who's saying what | 11/04/2013
Anger at the "austerity dictates" and fears of German dominance over the continent are growing in Europe's crisis states. Is Germany a power-hungry profiteer of the crisis or a role model and saviour of the euro? » more
Who's saying what | 18/04/2013
After the revelations of the offshore leaks scandal the EU is ramping up its battle against tax evasion. Luxembourg has eased its banking secrecy, while Austria is still debating the issue. Are tax havens soon to be a thing of the past? » more
Who's saying what | 19/06/2012
The Syria conflict has now claimed around 80,000 lives. Border skirmishes and streams of refugees are taking their toll on the country's neighbours, while all efforts at finding peace have failed. The press discusses military intervention and the danger of the region sliding into chaos. » more
Who's saying what | 25/04/2013
The bloody bomb attack in Boston has shaken public life in the US like no other event since 9/11. Once again, the attackers' motive is said to be Islamist ideology. How will the US meet this new terror at home? » more
Who's saying what | 03/04/2013
Since carrying out its third nuclear test in February, North Korea has repeatedly threatened war. As the UN steps up sanctions against Pyongyang, South Korea and the US are preparing for the worst. But how dangerous is North Korea's sabre rattling? » more
Who's saying what | 31/03/2013
Savers were meant to participate in the Cyprus bailout deal, but the country's parliament rejected the scheme. Now the banks themselves and their larger customers will have to pay up. The press discusses which bailout concepts are fair and why the entire Eurozone is worried about little Cyprus. » more
Who's saying what | 08/03/2013
Bersani's centre-left alliance has won the parliamentary elections in Italy. But the success of Grillo's protest party and the Berlusconi camp is making it difficult to form a government. Are Italy's populists now making Europe pay the price for the austerity dictates? » more
Who's saying what | 27/02/2013
Demonstrations against high electricity prices in Bulgaria have turned into mass protests against the system. Faced with mounting unrest, Prime Minister Boiko Borisov and his cabinet have resigned. Will a new government break the cycle of poverty and corruption? » more
Who's saying what | 22/02/2013
Benedict XVI has become the first pope to voluntarily resign in 700 years. The press discusses what this means for the Church, and who will replace the traditionalist Benedict: a younger pope, a more modern one, or perhaps a non-European? » more
Who's saying what | 24/01/2013
For months Slovenia's citizens have been protesting against cuts in social services and corrupt politicians. The mayor of Maribor has been forced to resign and the government is tottering. Will the Slovenians accomplish what the indignant Spaniards failed to achieve? » more
Who's saying what | 14/02/2013
High-ranking officials from Spain's conservative People's Party reportedly received money from party slush funds over a period of several years. Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy is also under suspicion. Is the government of the crisis-stricken country on the verge of collapse? » more
Who's saying what | 21/01/2013
Lacking competitiveness, a stalling economy, high unemployment: many commentators see France as one of Europe's biggest problem children and stress the need for structural reforms. » more
Who's saying what | 08/11/2012
The EU states are at odds over the budget for 2014-2020. The Commission and Parliament want to increase the budget while net contributors are calling for drastic cuts. The press sees the EU facing another test of endurance. » more
Who's saying what | 25/01/2013
French troops are fighting against Islamist rebels in Mali, while in the Sahara the Algerian army freed hundreds of people taken hostage by radical Islamists. How can Europe control the terror on its own doorstep? » more
Who's saying what | 31/01/2013
France's Socialists want to introduce marriage and adoption rights for gays. Hundreds of thousands have taken to the streets to oppose or support the move. The press discusses what is more important: equal rights for everyone or the inviolability of the traditional family. » more
Who's saying what | 24/01/2013
Britain is being stubborn: first Cameron blocked the budget negotiations and called for amendments to the EU treaties, and then he announced a referendum on the UK's EU membership. The press speculates about the country exiting the European Union. » more
Who's saying what | 20/09/2012
Europe's crisis-stricken countries are introducing harsh austerity measures to reduce their debts. Hundreds of thousands of people are taking to the streets to protest against social cuts. The press sees social peace in Europe under threat. » more
Who's saying what | 17/12/2012
In Egypt, the judiciary, the opposition and the liberal citizens are rebelling against President Mursi. They fear that the democratically elected Muslim Brother is unduly extending his powers and Islamising the country. Is the Egyptian revolution now entering a second round? » more
Who's saying what | 16/11/2012
Even after receiving five bailout packages Greece is still facing bankruptcy. While its creditors are losing their patience, a growing number of Greeks are rebelling against the cuts. The press paints a dark picture of the future of the country. » more
Who's saying what | 06/12/2012
Just after the fiercest escalation the Gaza conflict has seen in years, the UN upgraded Palestine, making it an observer state. Israel responded by announcing the construction of further settlements. What does this portend for the peace process? » more
Who's saying what | 19/10/2012
Catalonia's government is pushing for separation from Spain, the Scots will vote on independence in a referendum and in Flanders the nationalists are gaining ground. Do separatists pose a threat to European unity? » more
Who's saying what | 16/10/2012
The EU wants to establish a banking union to break the vicious circle of private and public debt. Is this the next step on the path to political union or is the Eurozone manoeuvring itself into a mutualisation of debt that could prove fatal? » more
Who's saying what | 07/08/2012
Spain and Italy are having trouble getting hold of fresh cash and want the ECB to purchase government bonds to finance their debts. ECB head Mario Draghi wants this help to be contingent on the fulfilment of tough conditions. But is saving the euro really the task of the central bank? » more
Who's saying what | 15/06/2012
Spain is to receive billions from the euro bailout fund to get its ailing banks back on their feet, although it won't have to fulfil comprehensive austerity requirements. How long can Europe afford these major rescue operations? » more
Who's saying what | 12/06/2012
Europe's austerity dictates are polarising Greece. After attempts at forming a government failed, supporters of the austerity measures achieved a majority in fresh elections. Can the next government stabilise the crisis-ridden country and keep it in the Eurozone? » more
Who's saying what | 02/07/2012
Europe's crisis countries are pushing for the mutualisation of Eurozone debt, a plan Germany rejects before central control over national budgets has been established. Must the euro states relinquish sovereignty to save the single currency? » more
Who's saying what | 21/09/2012
An anti-Islam film from the US has sparked violent protest around the world, while European magazines have followed up with satirical cartoons. When do we draw the line on freedom of opinion: when religious sentiments are offended, when lives are endangered – or not at all? » more
Who's saying what | 14/02/2012
Tunisians, Egyptians and Libyans have shaken off their rulers and a civil war is raging in Syria. What are the chances of these countries becoming democratic, and what role can the West play? » more
Who's saying what | 13/07/2012
A power struggle has been raging in Romania between the government and President Băsescu since Prime Minister Ponta came to office in early May. The referendum on Băsescu's impeachment initiated by the cabinet has failed, but according to the press it leaves the country divided. » more
Who's saying what | 17/02/2012
Hungary's right-wing conservative government is under massive pressure: while protestors accuse it of violating democratic principles and driving the country to ruin, the EU Commission has launched legal proceedings against it for breach of treaty. Prime Minister Orbán's concessions appear decidedly cosmetic. » more
Who's saying what | 14/03/2012
The Eurozone countries have agreed on a second, 130-billion-euro bailout package for Greece and signed a fiscal pact with other EU countries. The press discusses how much budgetary discipline is called for and who will foot the bill in the end. » more
Who's saying what | 31/01/2012
The US movement Occupy Wall Street has inspired demonstrations against the power of the financial sector around the world, giving new force in Europe above all to protests in the crisis countries. What is the outlook for the fledgling protest movement? » more
Who's saying what | 11/06/2012
Poland and Ukraine are co-hosting the Euro 2012 football championship, which for the first time since the fall of communism is taking place in Eastern Europe. Kiev is being harshly criticised for the imprisonment of opposition politician Yulia Tymoshenko. How should politicians and fans react to the tournament? » more
Who's saying what | 13/02/2012
French President Nicolas Sarkozy has revived the idea of a two-speed Europe, with the group of Eurozone countries moving ahead while the remaining EU states follow behind. But is it at all possible to deepen integration in the Eurozone without splitting up the Union? » more
Who's saying what | 14/02/2012
After the nuclear disaster in Fukushima Germany, Italy and Switzerland have bid farewell to nuclear power, while other countries are discussing its merits. Will this make Europe a safer place or just make electricity more expensive? » more
Who's saying what | 13/02/2012
Greece was badly hit this year by the global financial crisis and local mismanagement. While the gaping budget deficit undermined the stability of the euro, drastic austerity measures exacerbated Greek fears of social decline. All of Europe was caught up in the crisis read the commentaries here. (You can find current texts on this topic at Ways out of the debt crisis.) » more
Who's saying what | 30/11/2011
The bloody attacks in Oslo and Utøya have shaken Europe. The press praises Norway for its calm response to the drama and calls for greater awareness of the dangers of right-wing populism, as well as an open debate on integration. » more
Who's saying what | 31/05/2011
The badly damaged reactors of the Fukushima 1 nuclear power plant are still not under control. While the levels of radioactivity continue to rise in Japan, the threat of another catastrophe like that in Chernobyl is spreading fear all over the world. » more
Who's saying what | 12/05/2011
Vast numbers of people leave their home countries for Europe in search of a better life each year. However the EU states are at odds about how to deal with the refugees and are trying to shift the burden of responsibility on to each other's shoulders, writes the press. » more
Who's saying what | 17/12/2010
How far can investigative journalism go? In publishing secret US cables Wikileaks has sparked a debate on the freedom of opinion and the right to information. » more
Who's saying what | 14/12/2010
Right-wing populists are celebrating success after success, the fear of Islam is growing and all Europe is discussing integration. Follow the debate with us. » more
Who's saying what | 28/11/2010
With its deportations of Roma France has triggered a debate about the situation of the largest minority within the EU. The EU Commission also intervened and threatened to take legal action against France. Follow the voices and commentaries in Europe's press here. » more
Who's saying what | 17/08/2010
Relations between Turkey and Israel hit a low point following Israel's attack on an aid flotilla for Gaza in June. Read how Europe's press appraised the consequences of the attack in the subsequent weeks. » more
Who's saying what | 13/07/2010
At the FIFA World Cup in South Africa the main focus was on noisy vuvuzelas, the poor performance of various teams and the positive impact of the tournament on the host country. Read the commentaries on the first African World Cup. » more
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