So far, public interest in a trio of controversies connected to the Obama administration remains limited. Republicans are following the stories much more closely.

Months of political uncertainty, a weak economy and often violent street protests have resulted in a majority of Egyptians saying they are dissatisfied with the way their new democracy is working.

Positive views of the EU are at or near their low point in most EU nations, even among the young. And fewer Europeans now say economic integration has strengthened their nation’s economy than did a year ago.

• Interactive: Public Views by Country
• Slideshow: Decreasing Faith in the EU