An old spectre has returned to haunt Europe and things could get ugly

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 9, 2026

Troubles that started in France threaten to engulf the whole eurozone, and at their heart is a familiar irresponsible attitude that has plagued the continent for decades.

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