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Hungary: Thousands march demanding Orban's ouster
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Hungary: Thousands march demanding Orban's ouster
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The protest followed the release of videos showing a juvenile correction facility's staff physically abusing children.
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The protest followed the publication of videos this week showing staff at a Budapest juvenile correction facility physically abusing children. Viktor Orban's main challenger, Peter Magyar, led the march.
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Hungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar speaks to protesters in Budapest on Saturday night
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Hungary's Orban woos voters with cash incentives and smears
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Hungarians are tired of Viktor Orban’s autocratic rule. To lure voters away from his popular young challenger, the prime minister is offering costly incentives while financially squeezing opposition strongholds.
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Hungary: Orban, Magyar rally supporters on Memorial Day
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Dueling rallies are taking place on the anniversary of Hungary's failed uprising against the Soviet Union. Prime Minister Viktor Orban and challenger Peter Magyar are looking to shore up support before April elections.
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Hungary: Hate speech and media pressure ahead of 2026 vote
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Thousands of Hungarians protested recently against hate speech in public discourse. But the government of Viktor Orban continues to rail against his critics — and the election campaign hasn't even got off the ground.
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Sudan: Drone attack kills 6 UN peacekeepers from Bangladesh
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Sudan: Drone attack kills 6 UN peacekeepers from Bangladesh
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2025-12-14
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03:35
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Sudan's military blamed the paramilitary RSF for the drone strike, which denied responsibility.
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Sudan's military blamed the paramilitary RSF for the strike, which in turn denied responsibility. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said that such attacks "may constitute war crimes."
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Secretary General Antonio Guterres condemned the attack in which six UN peacekeepers from Bangladesh were killed in Sudan [FILE PHOTO: July 31, 2025]
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ICC sentences Sudan Janjaweed leader to 20 years in prison
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Judges at the International Criminal Court sentenced a leader of the Sudanese Janjaweed militia in Darfur to 20 years in prison. Muhammad Ali Abd Al-Rahman was convicted of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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Saudi Arabia vs. UAE: How the Gulf rivalry is heating up
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Tensions over Sudan, Yemen and Israel, as well as a competition in technology and oil output strain relations between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.
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Sudan: Could international pressure bring about a ceasefire?
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Despite the rejection of a US-promoted ceasefire, international pressure could be the chance for a halt in fighting and increased access to humanitarian aid. But are the warring parties ready to lay down their weapons?
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US envoy urges Sudan rivals to accept ceasefire plan
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Washington has been stepping up diplomatic pressure as its regional partners attempt to push Sudan's warring commanders toward a humanitarian truce after two years of conflict.
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Romania in turmoil over judicial corruption revelations
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Romania in turmoil over judicial corruption revelations
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2025-12-13
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18:45
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A report about judicial corruption sparked protests this week, shaking the government already under fire.
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An investigative report about judicial corruption sparked protests in Romania this week, shaking a government coalition already under fire for blocking reforms.
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Demonstrators in Bucharest have held up signs that read "all for justice"
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Romania: Historic victory for pro-European candidate
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In an unexpected turn of events, the pro-European, democratic candidate Nicusor Dan has been elected president of Romania. He intends to strengthen the rule of law and supports Ukraine.
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Romania election: Will a right-wing extremist top the poll?
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The rerun of the Romanian presidential election that was annulled last December takes place on May 4. DW takes a look at the main candidates, including frontrunner George Simion, a pro-Russian right-wing extremist.
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Two US troops killed in Syria, Trump vows 'retaliation'
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Two US troops killed in Syria, Trump vows 'retaliation'
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18:24
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US Central Command said two service members and a civilian were killed by a lone "Islamic State" gunman in Syria.
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US Central Command said two service members and a civilian were ambushed by a lone "Islamic State" gunman in central Syria. It is the first deadly incident involving US forces since Bashar Assad was ousted last year.
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US forces have long been stationed in Syria to assist the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (FILE: November 11, 2019)
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10 years since the Paris Attacks: Is ISIS still a threat?
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Syria still scarred after 14-year civil war
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Syrians still wait for rebuilding one year after Assad
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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth risked endangering troops by using the Signal messaging app to discuss a strike on Houthis in Yemen, sources say a Pentagon watchdog report finds.
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One year after Assad's fall: What has Syria achieved?
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On the anniversary of the fall of Syria's dictator, the country is at a crucial juncture. There have been important achievements in areas like foreign policy but at the same time, many ordinary Syrians are struggling.
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Fake weddings in Pakistan signal a cultural shift
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Fake weddings in Pakistan signal a cultural shift
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2025-12-13
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16:30
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Pakistan's fake weddings give young people the excuse to have stylish, stress-free parties away from social pressure.
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Henna nights, bold fashion and zero family drama: Pakistan's fake weddings give young people the excuse to have stylish, stress-free parties devoid of social pressure.
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This isn't a same-sex marriage but an all-women 'fake wedding' in Islamabad
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Why Pakistan's traditional pipe bands are fading out
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What do weddings look like in Germany?
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Met Gala 2025: Shah Rukh Khan makes red carpet debut
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With Black dandyism as this year's theme, gala regulars like Rihanna and Zendaya also channeled their inner dandies, adding to looks that have pushed fashion envelopes over the years.
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Philippines says China Coast Guard damages fishing vessels
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Philippines says China Coast Guard damages fishing vessels
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2025-12-13
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Three Filipino fishermen were injured when the Chinese Coast Guard fired water cannon at their boats, authorities say.
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Authorities say three Filipino fishermen were injured when the Chinese Coast Guard fired water cannon at their boats. The incident comes amid rising confrontations in the South China Sea.
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A China Coast Guard vessel seen in August in the South China Sea
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What is the South China Sea row about?
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The Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague has delivered its verdict on the territorial spat. DW answers some of the questions related to the case to explain what the dispute is about and what is at stake.
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Hague court finds against China, for Philippines, in South China Sea dispute
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A court in The Hague has ruled China breached international law in a dispute over control of the South China Sea. Its findings are binding, but the court has no power to enforce its ruling. Beijing remains unrepentant.
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China to ignore international court ruling over South China Sea rights
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China will ignore a ruling from an international court that it has no historical rights to islands in the South China Sea. Beijing made no secret of its intention to carry on building up forces in the disputed region.
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Philippines, China trade blame over latest ship collision
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Manila said one of its patrol vessels was rammed three times by a Chinese coastguard ship in the South China Sea. Beijing said the Filipino ship "deliberately collided" with its vessel.
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In Yemen, southern power push challenges Houthi stalemate
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In Yemen, southern power push challenges Houthi stalemate
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2025-12-13
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09:13
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The Southern Transitional Council has seized control of more territory, reinforcing calls for a split of war-torn Yemen.
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The Southern Transitional Council has seized control of more territory, reinforcing calls for a split of war-torn Yemen. However, global recognition for two independent states is unlikely due to foreign interests.
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The STC has argued that its military advances are necessary to restore stability and fight the Houthi rebels, whose supporters are seen here demonstrating in Sanaa in November
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Saudi Arabia vs. UAE: How the Gulf rivalry is heating up
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Tensions over Sudan, Yemen and Israel, as well as a competition in technology and oil output strain relations between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.
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Yemen's Houthis: Who are the Iran-backed militants?
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Strikes on Israel by Yemen's militant Houthis and Israeli attacks on Yemen are intensifying. Who are the Houthis? And what do they want?
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Why are Yemen's Houthi group targeting aid workers?
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Over the weekend, the Houthi rebel group detained another group of people working for the United Nations in Yemen. As one expert noted, every time there's a security problem, more aid workers are abducted.
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Yemen: US fighting costly battle against the Houthis
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Amid a campaign of US strikes, the Iran-backed Houthis are fighting back with diversified arms supplies. But increased US attacks show Washington is pressing ahead with its costliest ongoing military operation.
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Yemen: Houthis turning Red Sea into 'crucial front line'
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Houthi rebels in Yemen have demonstrated their support for Hamas with several drone and missile attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea and southern Israel. Yet its unlikely the militia will be a severe threat to Israel.
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Land mines in Yemen: Where every step could mean death
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A cease-fire in Yemen war has mostly held. Civilian deaths as a result of bombing or shooting have gone down as a result. But they are rising in another area — because parts of Yemen are littered with land mines.
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Saudi delegation arrives in Yemen to discuss truce — reports
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Saudi representatives have arrived in Sanaa to discuss halting the eight-year civil war in Yemen, according to reports. The move comes amid a diplomatic thaw between Riyadh and Tehran.
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Yemen peace talks: The end of years of civil war?
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With a truce in place and peace talks upcoming, war-torn Yemen could be on the brink of a new era. But as the Houthi militia remains on the sidelines, there's only limited hope for a breakthrough.
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Houthi 'government': War won't stop until Saudis quit Yemen
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The Yemeni civil war has created one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. The Houthi-backed foreign minister Hisham Sharaf tells DW his "government" will not stop fighting until the Saudi-led coalition withdraws.
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The top UN official in Yemen says all sides in the country's conflict are indiscriminately killing civilians. He said airstrikes by the Saudi-led Arab coalition alone killed 68 noncombatants in one day.
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Cambodia shuts borders with Thailand amid ongoing fighting
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Cambodia shuts borders with Thailand amid ongoing fighting
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The violence has persisted despite claims by the US president that the two sides had agreed a ceasefire.
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The violence between Thailand and Cambodia comes despite claims by US President Donald Trump that the two sides had agreed a ceasefire.
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Thailand, Cambodia accuse each other of targeting civilians
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Cambodia urges Thailand to release detained soldiers
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A ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand continued into a third day, as the Cambodian government demanded the release of 20 of its soldiers from Thai captivity.
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Thailand-Cambodia border row stokes nationalist politics
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For Thailand and Cambodia's leaders, deadly border clashes can serve as a public diversion from mounting problems at home, analysts say.
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Thailand-Cambodia fighting intensifies ahead of Trump call
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Cambodia has urged the UN Security Council to intervene, accusing Thailand of targeting civilian infrastructure. Thailand's PM has said he will "explain and clarify" the situation to Donald Trump.
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Can Lionel Messi's visit boost Indian football?
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Can Lionel Messi's visit boost Indian football?
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The footballing community is hoping the trip will have an impact on the state of football in a cricket-loving country.
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As Lionel Messi embarks on a four-city tour of India, the footballing community there is hoping it will have a long-term impact on the state of global game in a country where cricket remains king.
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Messi is set to inaugurate the world's largest statue of himself, a towering 70-foot (21.3 meter) behemoth
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A jersey and its impact
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Rural India's rugby girls battle to keep playing
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https://www.dw.com/en/lionel-messi-picks-us-team-inter-miami-over-saudi-arabia/a-65855121?maca=en-newsletter_en_around_the_globe-5663-html-newsletter
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Lionel Messi picks US team Inter Miami over Saudi Arabia
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Argentine football veteran Lionel Messi has announced he will be joining Major League Soccer in the United States, rather than heading to Saudi Arabia as many had expected. Ticket prices soared in response to the news.
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https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-messi-leads-argentina-to-victory-over-france/a-64140962?maca=en-newsletter_en_around_the_globe-5663-html-newsletter
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World Cup: Messi leads Argentina to victory over France
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Argentina have won the World Cup for the third time after beating France on penalties in Doha. Lionel Messi scored twice as he finally got his hands on football's most coveted prize, cementing his legendary status.
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https://www.dw.com/en/why-can-t-india-produce-footballers-like-it-does-cricketers/a-72515954?maca=en-newsletter_en_around_the_globe-5663-html-newsletter
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Why can't India produce footballers like it does cricketers?
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Just weeks after India’s football team recalled a 40-year-old out of retirement, cricket found a new hero 26 years younger. Will football always trail so far behind the country's most popular sport?
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Fans storm pitch after Messi leaves India event early
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Fans storm pitch after Messi leaves India event early
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2025-12-13
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03:11
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Limited access left fans waiting for hours without seeing the player, who left early with some reacting angrily.
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Thousands packed a stadium in eastern India for Lionel Messi’s visit. Heavy security and limited access left many waiting for hours without seeing him. After he left early, some fans reacted angrily, citing ticket price.
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Messi was in Kolkata to inaugurate a 70-foot statue of himself
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Can Lionel Messi's visit boost Indian football?
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As Lionel Messi embarks on a four-city tour of India, the footballing community there is hoping it will have a long-term impact on the state of global game in a country where cricket remains king.
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https://www.dw.com/en/messi-soros-among-recipients-of-biden-s-medal-of-freedom/a-71218242?maca=en-newsletter_en_around_the_globe-5663-html-newsletter
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Messi, Soros among recipients of Biden's Medal of Freedom
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US President Joe Biden has honored 19 celebrities from the fields of acting, music, sport, fashion, politics and science. Soccer superstar Messi was not present for the ceremony.
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Will Trump 'pull' Italy, Austria, Poland, Hungary from EU?
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Will Trump 'pull' Italy, Austria, Poland, Hungary from EU?
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2025-12-12
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20:26
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World
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A leaked draft strategy paper appears to show the US wants to exert its influence over four EU countries in particular.
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The US recently published its new National Security Strategy. A leaked draft appears to show the US wants to exert its influence over four European countries in particular to destabilize the European Union.
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The new National Security Strategy has raised exebrows among many US allies
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World reacts to Trump's new National Security Strategy
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The Trump administration's new National Security Strategy has drawn praise and criticism from world leaders. The plan, building on Trump's "America First" foreign policy, has far-reaching ramifications across the globe.
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German chancellor: Some of US security plan 'unacceptable'
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has criticized elements of the Trump administration's new National Security Strategy. He says it has been portraying Europe in a way Berlin finds politically misplaced.
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How Trump's outreach to Europe's far-right fits into his national security strategy
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Trump's national security strategy is the clearest sign yet of ideological alignment between MAGA and Europe's far-right parties. But experts say there could be more ― maybe even plans to split and weaken the EU.
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Trump exempts Hungary from sanctions for buying Russian oil
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Viktor Orban, who has called access to Russian oil and gas a "vital" issue for his landlocked country, had the most to gain from a meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. And he did.
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What can Italy's PM Meloni achieve on her trip to the US?
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Italy's right-wing Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is traveling to the US to meet Donald Trump. Tariffs are the big topic under discussion. Does Meloni speak for the EU — and what might she be able to achieve?
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Trump hails Argentina's Milei, defends $20-billion bailout
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Donald Trump has met with Argentine President Javier Milei at the White House. Trump defended a controversial $20-billion fiscal lifeline to Argentina, but said help would not continue if the country moves left.
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Czech Republic: 'Trumpist' ex-PM Babis wins elections
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Billionaire Andrej Babis wants to cut aid to Ukraine, and now he is the projected winner of the Czech parliamentary elections. Though he didn't win a majority, Babis said he aims to form a one-party government.
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Slovakia election: Strongman Robert Fico's return to power
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Elections in Slovakia saw former Prime Minister Robert Fico secure the most votes. His victory threatens to turn the small Central European country away from Western partners.
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https://www.dw.com/en/is-europe-prepared-for-winter-despite-lower-gas-supplies/a-73995118?maca=en-newsletter_en_around_the_globe-5663-html-newsletter
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Is Europe prepared for winter despite lower gas supplies?
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Europe's energy crisis may be fading, but Donald Trump's tariff threats on Russian gas buyers loom large. With no gas transiting through Ukraine this winter, can the continent afford to breathe a sigh of relief?
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As Musk pushes AfD, German officials consider ditching X
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With Elon Musk using X to troll officials and push conspiracy theories, Germany's government faces calls to quit the billionaire's social media platform. Many organizations already have, as have several politicians.
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EU slams Hungary over media infringement, threatens ECJ suit
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The European Commission has demanded Hungary address non-compliance issues with EU media laws. The bloc says Hungary fails to protect journalistic independence and that national media ownership and oversight are murky.
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US social media travel checks add to 'continuous vetting'
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US social media travel checks add to 'continuous vetting'
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2025-12-12
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19:58
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The latest measures, aimed at tourists and residents born outside the US, have sparked concerns for free speech rights.
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More visitors to the US will be forced to reveal their social media activity under new plans from the Trump administration. It's the latest in a number of measures aimed at tourists and residents born outside the US.
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Donald Trump wants more visitors to the US to pass on their social media handles
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US stance, policy on Europe 'not helpful,' MEP tells DW
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US demands access to tourists' social media histories
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The Trump administration wants to force foreign visitors to give border agents access to their social media accounts before they are allowed into the country. The proposal applies to all visa-free travelers.
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First day in office: Trump signs series of executive orders
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Right after his inauguration, new US President Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders concerning immigration, gender issues and other hot button topics. That doesn't mean the country will change immediately.
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Trump 'gold card' fast-tracks US visas for the wealthy
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The Trump administration has introduced a scheme for applicants who can pay $1 million to expedite their visa process. Trump says it will provide "citizenship for all qualified and vetted people."
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https://www.dw.com/en/eu-plans-to-ease-gdpr-laws-and-ai-constraints-in-major-shift/a-74792773?maca=en-newsletter_en_around_the_globe-5663-html-newsletter
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EU plans to ease GDPR laws and AI constraints in major shift
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The EU hopes changes will make doing business easier, but campaigners fear citizens' rights are under threat. What can we expect from the EU's proposed new laws on GDPR and AI?
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https://www.dw.com/en/too-close-to-trump-fifa-president-infantino-under-pressure/a-75089873?maca=en-newsletter_en_around_the_globe-5663-html-newsletter
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Too close to Trump? FIFA President Infantino under pressure
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FairSquare has accused FIFA President Gianni Infantino of repeatedly violating political neutrality. The NGO is calling for an investigation, also because of a peace prize awarded to Donald Trump.
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What does Donald Trump's new travel ban mean?
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President Donald Trump's order banning citizens of 12 countries, now in effect, aims to protect the US from "foreign terrorists." What are the reasons and who is exempt?
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EU to move Ukraine membership forward despite Hungary veto
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EU to move Ukraine membership forward despite Hungary veto
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2025-12-12
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19:52
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The EU's enlargement chief told DW the final decision depends on Ukraine's reforms and backing from all EU members.
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EU states will still have veto rights over the final decision about Ukraine's membership, but for the time being Ukraine will move ahead with the necessary reforms in order to become eligible to join.
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EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos (right, speaking on a trip to Lviv on Thursday) said joining the EU is crucial for Ukraine's security
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Kos: Ukraine's EU integration 'only way' to secure peace
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Zelenskyy ally Andriy Yermak resigns amid corruption probe
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Andriy Yermak has served as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's chief of staff since 2020. His resignation from the role comes after his office was searched amid a corruption investigation.
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US plan to end Russia's war in Ukraine: Where it stands now
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There has been a flurry of diplomatic activity between Washington, Kyiv, Moscow and European capitals to discuss a plan to end the war. But US President Donald Trump says he's tired of talking — he wants action.
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Orban to continue anti-Ukrainian course after 'referendum'
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To bolster his hostile stance toward Ukraine, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban organized a nonbinding referendum on Ukraine's EU bid. He sees the result as a mandate to continue his anti-Ukraine policies.
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EU enlargement: Is the bloc ready for new members?
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Countries from Ukraine to the Western Balkans are busy undertaking reforms to qualify for EU membership. But the bloc has its own issues to tackle before it can roll out the welcome mat.
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EU Commissioner: 'EU membership is about peace'
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Marta Kos from Slovenia is the EU Commissioner for Enlargement. DW spoke to her about the issue of EU enlargement and the accession prospects of Serbia, Moldova, Ukraine and other European countries.
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Opinion: Turkey's Erdogan defies polls as runoff looms
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Opinion: Turkey's Erdogan defies polls as runoff looms
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2023-05-15
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13:25
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Neither Erdogan's botched response to the February quakes nor the ailing economy seem to have hurt his popularity.
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Neither Erdogan's botched response to the February quakes nor the ailing economy seem to have hurt his popularity with supporters. The president is still capable of turning things around, says DW's Erkan Arikan.
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Erdogan supporters were expecting his victory — and it could still come to pass, says Erkan Arikan
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How Turkey's election is playing out in the earthquake zone
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In February, earthquakes jolted large parts of Turkey. Incumbent or opposition — how will people in those regions vote in the presidential election? A look at two cities with widely differing views.