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Tunisia's President Turns Back the Clock to Authoritarianism - Ons Abid / DER SPIEGEL

Tunisia's President Turns Back the Clock to Authoritarianism - Ons Abid / DER SPIEGEL

A Wave of Repression Tunisia's President Turns Back the Clock to Authoritarianism

Over a decade ago, the Arab Spring got its start in Tunisia. Now, the country's president is tightening his authoritarian grip. The Europeans, though, have been largely silent: They need the Tunisian autocrat in the fight against illegal migration. By Thore Schröder in Tunis

Criticism of Germany Grows as Economy Stalls - © Kai Pfaffenbach / Reuters/ REUTERS

Criticism of Germany Grows as Economy Stalls - © Kai Pfaffenbach / Reuters/ REUTERS

Out of Balance? Criticism of Germany Grows as Economy Stalls

The latest indicators suggest Germany's once buzzing economy is beginning to stall. The development has created a serious dilemma for Finance Minister Wolfgang Schäuble. Critics say spurring growth is more important than his goal of a balanced budget. Von Horand Knaup und Christian Reiermann

The Uncertain Future of Ukraine's Finances - STRINGER/ REUTERS

The Uncertain Future of Ukraine's Finances - STRINGER/ REUTERS

Economic Woes The Uncertain Future of Ukraine's Finances

With rapidly shrinking currency reserves and a capital flight problem, Ukraine faces an uncertain financial future. The IMF plans to send a "fact-finding mission" to Kiev next week, but will it be enough? Von David Böcking

'Greece Can Never Pay Back Its Debt' - ? Yuri Gripas / Reuters

'Greece Can Never Pay Back Its Debt' - ? Yuri Gripas / Reuters

Interview With George Soros 'Greece Can Never Pay Back Its Debt'

Should Greece have a large part of its debt waived? Absolutely, says George Soros, otherwise the country will never recover. The billionaire investor also warns about the rise of extremist parties if Germany does not change its policies towards Europe. Von Gregor Peter Schmitz

IMF Calls on Berlin to Loosen Pocketbook - Sean Gallup/ Getty Images

IMF Calls on Berlin to Loosen Pocketbook - Sean Gallup/ Getty Images

'Germany Is Critical' IMF Calls on Berlin to Loosen Pocketbook

Germany has passed its annual fiscal health check by the International Monetary Fund, but the watchdog is warning that the country's overreliance on exports still makes it susceptible to external shocks.

Hungary Wants to Throw Out IMF - ATTILA KISBENEDEK/ AFP

Hungary Wants to Throw Out IMF - ATTILA KISBENEDEK/ AFP

'No Longer Necessary' Hungary Wants to Throw Out IMF

A long-running dispute between Hungary and the International Monetary Fund escalated on Monday when the head of the country's central bank called on the IMF to close its office in Budapest, saying it was no longer needed.

IMF Admits Major Mistakes on Greek Bailout - Alkis Konstantinidis/ dpa

IMF Admits Major Mistakes on Greek Bailout - Alkis Konstantinidis/ dpa

'Notable Failures' IMF Admits Major Mistakes on Greek Bailout

The International Monetary Fund conceded on Wednesday that it lowered its own standards on the Greek bailout, underestimating the effects of austerity and making overly optimistic projections for Greece's economy.

IMF Board Attacks Euro Crisis Management - Jonathan Ernst / REUTERS

IMF Board Attacks Euro Crisis Management - Jonathan Ernst / REUTERS

Merkel Maligned IMF Board Attacks Euro Crisis Management

The EU's bailout of Cyprus has elicited unusually frank and vehement criticism from the finance experts grouped in the IMF's Executive Board. Their damning indictment at an IMF meeting in May reflects global skepticism, especially in emerging economies, about the euro zone's crisis management. Von Markus Dettmer und Christian Reiermann

Euro Loses Attraction as Reserve Currency - dapd

Euro Loses Attraction as Reserve Currency - dapd

Developing World Euro Loses Attraction as Reserve Currency

Countries in the developing world are drastically reducing their euro holdings as economic instability in Europe leads them elsewhere to stock their currency reserves. Euro holdings are at their lowest level in a decade, according to the International Monetary Fund.

How Christine Lagarde Beat the Odds to Head IMF - ? Kim Kyung Hoon / Reuters/ REUTERS

How Christine Lagarde Beat the Odds to Head IMF - ? Kim Kyung Hoon / Reuters/ REUTERS

Among Men How Christine Lagarde Beat the Odds to Head IMF

Christine Lagarde is the first woman ever to lead the International Monetary Fund. As part of her role in helping to save the euro, she's had to go head to head with some of the world's most important countries. She's not afraid of the fight and she doesn't give up easily. Von Marc Hujer

Split Emerges Over Cyprus Bailout Package - Saul Loeb / AFP

Split Emerges Over Cyprus Bailout Package - Saul Loeb / AFP

Troika Travails Split Emerges Over Cyprus Bailout Package

Cyprus is in urgent need of money from the euro rescue fund, but the troika responsible for the bailouts is split over how it should be structured. The IMF is worried that the country's debt load is not sustainable. Von Christoph Pauly, Christian Reiermann und Christoph Schult

IMF Concerned about Possible German Austerity - Mauricio Duenas Castañeda/ dpa

IMF Concerned about Possible German Austerity - Mauricio Duenas Castañeda/ dpa

Lagarde Warning IMF Concerned about Possible German Austerity

Germany should move slower on fiscal consolidation and savings to counteract the economic effects of austerity programs currently throttling growth in Southern Europe, argues Christine Lagarde. Still, the IMF chief remains cautiously optimistic about the euro-zone's economic prospects for the next year.

Germany's Ongoing Refusal to Forgive Greek Debt - Thanassis Stavrakis/ AP

Germany's Ongoing Refusal to Forgive Greek Debt - Thanassis Stavrakis/ AP

Denying Reality Germany's Ongoing Refusal to Forgive Greek Debt

The International Monetary Fund believes that the only way to reduce Greek debt to a sustainable level is by way of a debt haircut involving the country's government creditors. But with an election approaching, Germany has refused to consider the proposal. Reality is on the IMF's side. By SPIEGEL Staff

Dangerous Euro Zone-IMF Split Persists over Greek Debt - Thanassis Stavrakis/ AP

Dangerous Euro Zone-IMF Split Persists over Greek Debt - Thanassis Stavrakis/ AP

Default vs. Delay Dangerous Euro Zone-IMF Split Persists over Greek Debt

Euro-zone finance ministers meeting in Brussels this week have been unable to reach an agreement with the International Monetary Fund on how to ensure that Greece's debt load comes down to manageable levels. Germany and other European countries continue to reject a new debt haircut. The standoff could become dangerous.

Self-Deception in Berlin Impedes Greece Strategy - FRANCOIS LENOIR/ REUTERS

Self-Deception in Berlin Impedes Greece Strategy - FRANCOIS LENOIR/ REUTERS

Accounting Tricks Self-Deception in Berlin Impedes Greece Strategy

With elections approaching in 2013, Berlin is blocking a workable solution for Greece. German leaders are eager to avoid angering voters by giving more money to Athens, but their European partners are losing their patience. Von Sven Böll, Christoph Schult und Anne Seith

'Stabilizing Greece is the Least Costly Option' - GEORGES GOBET/ AFP

'Stabilizing Greece is the Least Costly Option' - GEORGES GOBET/ AFP

The World From Berlin 'Stabilizing Greece is the Least Costly Option'

Euro-zone finance ministers agreed on Monday to give Greece two more years to meet its budget goals, but this was overshadowed by a rift between the ministers and the International Monetary Fund over whether Greece should get a further debt cut. German commentators say the crisis could boil over again.

Troika Calls for New Debt Relief for Greece - Alkis Konstantinidis/ dpa

Troika Calls for New Debt Relief for Greece - Alkis Konstantinidis/ dpa

Another Default? Troika Calls for New Debt Relief for Greece

Greece's international creditors are calling for a new debt haircut for the country so as to bring down its massive debt load. This time, however, taxpayer money from Germany and other donor countries would be involved. Resistance, not surprisingly, is substantial.

Report Says Greece Will Get More Time - Thanassis Stavrakis/ AP

Report Says Greece Will Get More Time - Thanassis Stavrakis/ AP

Two More Years for Athens? Report Says Greece Will Get More Time

A German newspaper on Wednesday is reporting that Greece's creditors will grant the heavily indebted country two more years to meet its budget targets. Despite high-level denials, momentum appears to be growing for such a delay, which would necessitate further aid to Athens.

IMF Demands Swift Banking Union in Europe - BERND KAMMERER/ AP

IMF Demands Swift Banking Union in Europe - BERND KAMMERER/ AP

Global Financial Stability at Risk? IMF Demands Swift Banking Union in Europe

The International Monetary Fund is losing patience with European politicians. Officials at the Washington-based institution are calling on the EU to present a clear plan for its banking union. Europe's debt and euro crisis, the IMF warns, remains a persistent threat to the global economy.

Berlin, IMF To Refuse Fresh Aid for Greece - JOHN KOLESIDIS/ REUTERS

Berlin, IMF To Refuse Fresh Aid for Greece - JOHN KOLESIDIS/ REUTERS

Euro Exit Looming? Berlin, IMF To Refuse Fresh Aid for Greece

Greece has fallen behind with its budget cuts and is asking lenders for more time to meet the conditions of the 130 billion euro aid package. But that would require fresh help of up to 50 billion euros, SPIEGEL has learned. Neither Berlin nor the IMF are prepared to make that money available.

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