One Crisis Too Many Takes Europe to the Brink

The article discusses the growing influence of nationalist and populist movements in European Union (EU) member states. These forces have been empowered by a series of crises, including the eurozone debt crisis, the migrant crisis, and now the COVID-19 pandemic, which have strained the EU's unity and institutions. The article suggests that these crises have fueled resentment towards the EU, leading to the rise of Eurosceptic and anti-establishment parties across the continent. This has challenged the traditional political order and threatened the stability of the EU. The article also highlights the political and economic consequences of this shift, such as the potential for increased fragmentation, protectionism, and a weakening of the EU's global influence. It suggests that the EU and its member states must address these challenges and find ways to regain the trust of their citizens in order to maintain the integrity of the European project.