In Ireland, voters have backed a European Union treaty that streamlines the future workings of the 27-nation bloc. Irish journalist Niall Stanage discusses the reversal in course and the implications for Europe and the U.S.
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Interview + Video
October 5, 2009
Irish voters boost prospects of EU presidency
Perspectives
June 8, 2009
Whites-only British party wins seats in European parliament
The British National Party, a far-right, whites-only party, won its first seats in the European parliament. A Worldfocus contributing blogger in London writes to argue against the BNP’s vision of his country.
Video
January 7, 2009
Gas dispute causes shortages in Europe
Energy expert Edward Chow explains the gas dispute between Russia and Ukraine and its significance for Europe.
Blogwatch
November 12, 2008
Recession fears mount across Europe
In October, U.K. unemployment rose at the fastest rate in 16 years. About 1.82 million British people are now out of work as leaders call for coordinated global efforts to stem an impending recession.
Video
October 1, 2008
Russia allows EU to monitor cease-fire in South Ossetia
Russian troops today allowed monitors from the European Union to enter a buffer zone that Russia has been holding in the region of South Ossetia.
