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Athens vs. Brussels: Greece Inches Closer to Renewal of Debt Crisis

The new government in Athens is intent on forcing Europe to change its approach to Greek debt -- thus far in vain. A confrontation is brewing, and both sides stand to lose. By Martin Hesse and Christian Reiermannmore... [ Comment ]

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Shrinking Merkel Down To Size: Berlin Faces Austerity Challenge in Brussels

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Shrinking Merkel Down To SizeBerlin Faces Austerity Challenge in Brussels

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker is challenging Angela Merkel in her de facto role as the most powerful leader in Europe. The election of Greece's Alexis Tsipras may help him in his fight against rigid German austerity policies. By Christoph Pauly and Christoph Schultmore... [ Comment ]

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Interview with Egyptian President Sisi'Extremists Offend the Image of God'

In a SPIEGEL interview, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi discusses his country's struggles, the forceful overthrow of his predecessor Mohammed Morsi and the threat against Egypt posed by Islamic State and the Muslim Brotherhood. Interview Conducted by Dieter Bednarz and Klaus Brinkbäumer more... [ Comment ]

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Path to the PresidencyThe Swift Rise of Egypt's Sisi

In June 2014, former military officer Abdel Fattah el-Sisi became Egypt's president. Did his election represent the will of the people or was it the product of a coup? And will it mark the end of the Arab Spring or is he a leader who can provide needed stability? By Dieter Bednarz and Klaus Brinkbäumer in Cairo more... [ Comment ]

Interview with Egyptian President Sisi: 'Extremists Offend the Image of God'

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Defiance and CharmA Measured First Week for New Greek Leader

Syriza's victory in the recent Greek elections set off a wave of concern in Europe. But even as the new prime minister tries to woo other leaders, his left-wing government is already busy getting down to work. Many of its first moves have been the right ones. By Manfred Ertel, Julia Amalia Heyer, Walter Mayr and Juliane von Mittelstaedt more... [ Comment ]

02/09/2015 from ellibertador: The fractious nature of European history coupled with the deep wounds for world wars past will... more...

'Uncertain Radiological Threat'US Navy Sailors Search for Justice after Fukushima Mission

In March of 2011, the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan rushed to Japan to help after the disastrous tsunami. Since then, many sailors from that ship have fallen ill, possibly as a result of exposure to radiation from the Fukushima nuclear meltdown. They will soon have their day in court. By Alexander Osang more... [ Comment ]

02/07/2015 from nsmith: The same thing happened here in New York City after the attacks on 9-11, when Policemen, Firemen,... more...

The Last Days of Annie BusA Chronicle of Dutch Euthanasia

Annie Bus of the Netherlands suffered from horrendous pain and paralysis, but not from a terminal illness. She wanted to die anyway. The story of how she got her wish demonstrates how difficult it is to set boundaries in a country that permits assisted suicide. By Laura Höflingermore... [ Comment ]

02/06/2015 from turnipseed: Historically speaking Holland has always pioneered. It was the first to grant Jews relative... more...

OpinionIt's Time To Compromise on Greece

Syriza's victory in Greece makes it clearer than ever that a new approach is needed in Europe. Chancellor Merkel, in particular, must show flexibility in the search for compromise with Greek Prime Minister Tsipras. If they can't agree, Europe is in trouble. By Dirk Kurbjuweitmore... [ Comment ]

02/09/2015 from Fikenhild: Those who claim it's all the Greeks' fault and moralize about their laziness and dishonesty should... more...

Greece's New Economics Minister'Europe Doesn't Need To Be Afraid'

Greece wants to remain in the euro zone, but Athens wishes to renegotiate everything relating to the current austerity regime. SPIEGEL spoke with Economics Minister Giorgios Stathakis about how the new government intends to address that challenge. Interview by Manfred Ertel more... [ Comment ]

02/06/2015 from brian.elliot.58: Like it or not no point in screwing Greece into the ground. Greece has nothing to trade in real... more...

European Parliament President Schulz'Greek Voters Should Be Realistic'

Newly elected Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has promised to free his country from the strict demands of its European creditors. In a SPIEGEL interview, European Parliament President Martin Schulz says there is room for compromise, but warns Athens must tread carefully. Interview by Nikolaus Blome and Christoph Schult more... [ Comment ]

Merkel's Unintended Creation: Could Tsipras' Win Upset Balance of Power in Europe?

02/07/2015 from Constantinos: In the same logic Germany should not be offered any economic aid after the "stupidity" of... more...

OpinionHow to Stabilize Ukraine without Playing Putin's Game

In an editorial, the head of the Munich Security Conference warns that Russian refusal to help implement the Minsk agreement may leave Western countries with no choice but to deliver defense equipment to Kiev -- and Moscow should be fully aware of the responsibility it would then carry. By Wolfgang Ischinger more... [ Comment ]

02/09/2015 from mibrooks27: Excuse me for stating the obvious, but the UK and US "intelligence" agencies overthrew... more...

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