Russia, Germany and Energy Politics
Russia and Germany are caught up in a high-stakes game of energy politics. The fallout will shape the order of European international relations for the foreseeable future.
To the Victor Go the Spoils
The Kosovo debacle is finally coming to a close. Albania’s gain will be Serbia’s loss. But who is the real winner?
Signs of the Times
Crossing into the latter half of the first decade of the new millennium, we reflect on the most profound events of the past year. Though they would appear to offer little hope of world peace, they do, in fact, point to the imminence of far, far better times to come!
The Russia-Ukraine Energy Quandary
An energy dispute highlights Russia’s desire to draw the line on the EU’s eastern encroachment.
Germany Reacts to Iran’s Push
Is the Iranian president deliberately trying to get under Germany’s skin? If so, his plan appears to be working.
British Conservatism Has a New Face
Western politics are in a constant state of change. Yesterday’s liberals are today’s conservatives. In Britain, a new breed of politician is emerging.
The Bavarian Connection
Historically, Bavaria and Bavarians have greatly influenced the destiny of Germany. The scene is set for two powerful Bavarians to dominate the German nation—and the whole continent of Europe—in the very near future.
Japan Stirs
After almost 15 years in the doldrums, signs show that the land of the rising sun is rousing to action.
Ghosts of the Ratlines
The United Nations’ chief prosecutor for war crimes has claimed the Vatican is sheltering a Croatian war criminal. For those familiar with post-World War II history, this case resurrects memories of the ratlines.
A Jewel in America’s Crown—Lost
Though Katrina’s full impact is yet unknown, America has lost something vital: the showpiece in a territorial gift that helped make it the greatest single nation ever known.
The Fatal Fault in International Government
It’s alphabet soup: UN, WTO, IMF, G-4, G-5, G-12, G-20. But can any large gathering of nations really solve the world’s woes?
The Big Men
Why the noblest initiatives to solve Africa’s problems always fail
The German Shapeshifter
Among the prodigious talents of this people is a penchant for organization. This will factor prominently in the EU’s future.
Rome: Once and Future Capital of Europe
The ancient city prepares for its final fling.
Karol Wojtyla: How He Set the Stage
Credited with being a consummate actor by virtue of his early amateur stage career, Pope John Paul II has set the stage for one of the greatest acts of history this planet will ever know.
The United States: Neglecting Its Back Door
Distracted by the war on terror, America overlooks a threat that is much closer to home.
Germany in Crisis
The good times are over for Germany. The postwar miracle of rapid recovery and aggressive development that built the German welfare state has devolved into an internal economic and political malaise, increasing social unrest. Which way is Germany headed—boom or bust?
The Overlooked War
More casualties than Iraq. Genocide worse than the Balkans. Yet the world remains oblivious.
Drawing the Line
The Ukrainian election crisis reveals two great empires on a collision course!
Big Stories of 2004
It was a banner year for headline news. Yet, why is it that the real news, the news hidden behind the editorial bias of the commercial news media, hardly ever made the front page?
Land of the Free and Home of the Hated
Anti-U.S. invective fills the pages of newspapers all over the world—including the U.S. itself. What is the source of this startling rise in the hatred of America, and why is it happening now?
The Latin Link Revives
Following two decades of fiddling with Western-style democracy, Latin America is reverting to populist leadership. This presents fertile ground for revival of the enduring relationship between Europe and South America.
