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Enough red flags have been ignored, EU must reconsider Rwanda relations
The EUβs top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, should pause disbursement of any further European Peace Facililty funds to Rwanda until safeguards, including genuine vetting of troops deployed, are met, and commanders and troops who served in Congo are excluded from EU-funded operations, write Human Rights Watch.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:
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UK government defends welfare cuts as economists warn 250,000 could fall into poverty
Chancellor Rachel Reeves, whose Labour Party has promised an end to austerity, unveiled billions of pounds of new cuts on Wednesday.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Germany urges strong response to Trump's auto tariffs
Germany and other top suppliers of cars and car parts to the US are considering retaliation against Donald Trump's newly announced 25% blanket import tariffs.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Poland suspends right of migrants to apply for asylum
The bill, which has been criticised by human rights groups, was signed into law by Poland's President Andrzej Duda.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:At least six dead after tourist submarine sinks in Egypt's Red Sea
The vessel went down on Thursday after setting off from the harbour in the tourist promenade area in the coastal city of Hurghada.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Shampoo recalled over possible contamination with infection-causing bacteria. Hereβs what we know
The recall applies to retailers in the United States, but the shampoo, which potentially contains Klebsiella oxytoca bacteria, can also be purchased online in Europe.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Ukraine updates: France and UK propose 'reassurance force'
France and the UK told European leaders in Paris their plan for a military presence in Ukraine after any potential ceasefire with Russia. It comes as Russia continues deadly airstrikes. DW has more.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Colorectal cancer rates are rising in under 50s
Cases of colorectal cancer are rising in people under the age of 50. The good news is that the risks are low for young people as survival rates have risen in the last 30 years.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Zelensky hopes US will 'stand strong' in face of Russian demands
The Ukrainian president was answering questions from a panel of European journalists in Paris.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:EU expresses 'regret' after Trump slaps 25 percent duties on car imports
The EU has come under fresh pressure to slash its import duties on American cars after US president Donald Trump imposed 25-percent tariffs on all foreign cars β which will come into force next week.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:RFK Jr.'s let bird flu spread plan 'makes no sense'
The US Health Secretary wants to let bird flu spread across the nation's farms without intervention, and then breed the chickens that survive. Is it science or small government ideology? Hereβs what experts told DW.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Why the unicorn is an enduring symbol in art
The new film "Death of a Unicorn," starring Jenna Ortega, features the mythical beast as a brutal killer. From purity to immortality, unicorns have been featured in works of art throughout the centuries.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Italy, Czech Republic, France, drive up Russian LNG imports 18 percent
Despite lofty promises to quit Russian gas by 2027, EU imports rose 18 percent last year, according to energy think-tank Ember.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy urges US and allies to stand strong against Russia
The Ukrainian president said NATO is his country's best security guarantee but that the US is "not ready" for Ukraine to join. Zelenskyy also called out the US special envoy for "frequently" repeating Russian propaganda.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:South Sudan vice president arrested, fearing escalation
First Vice President Riek Machar's detention raises fears that the situation in the country could again escalate into a civil war. The UN called for all sides to "exercise restraint."
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Von der Leyen vows EU will protect its interests as Trump announces huge car tariffs
The U.S. has escalated its trade war with Europe by implementing a 25 percent tariff on automobile imports.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:'I want to see my kids walk the streets without hiding' - Zelensky
President Zelensky asked what he wants to see after the war ends
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:βWhy donβt you go back to your country?β Marjorie Taylor Greene snaps at top UK reporter
"We donβt give a crap about your opinion and your reporting," the staunch Trump supporter told journalist Martha Kelner.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Trump announces 'permanent' tariffs on foreign cars
The US will impose tariffs on foreign-made cars starting on April 2, US President Donald Trump said. One institute has said the tariffs could raise the price of a car in the US by thousands of dollars.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Trump announces 25 percent tariff on auto imports
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he plans to impose a 25 percent tariff on hundreds of billions worth of imported cars, hitting key trading partners and allies like Mexico, Canada, South Korea, Japan and Germany. The United States imported $214 billion worth of passenger cars in 2024, according to Commerce Department data.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:The House of Le Pen: Franceβs political immortals
Marine Le Penβs political future may be cut short. Her father Jean-Marie is dead. Their movement, however, is set for a long life.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Israel's antisemitism conference kicks off amid criticism
A number of European far-right politicians are taking part in an antisemitism conference in Jerusalem. Critics say that Israel's lurch to the right is dangerous for the country, as well as Jews in the diaspora.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Ukraine: Macron says 'too early' to consider lifting Russia sanctions
French President Emmanuel Macron ruled out lifting sanctions on Russia. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia "may take time." DW has more.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:GΓ©rard Depardieu denies allegations of sexual assault at combative trial
The two legal teams have clashed repeatedly in court as the French film star's lawyer has questioned the credibility of the two plaintiffs.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Sudanβs army chief says 'Khartoum is free' amid gains
After two years of civil war, government troops are gaining control over Sudanβs capital. The country's de facto leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan proclaimed Khartoum's liberation from the presidential palace.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:EU expects Trump to set flat, double-digit tariff on April 2
The European Unionβs trade chief met with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer Tuesday in Washington.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Middle East: Hundreds in Gaza protest against Hamas
People in Gaza took part in rare demonstrations calling for an end to the war with Israel. Meanwhile, Germany's Jewish Council called on the German government to do more for Israeli hostages. DW has more.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Trumpβs deal with Putin faces European reality check
Top leaders meeting in Paris want to show the U.S. and Russia can't carve up the continent by cutting out the EU and Ukraine.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:EU crisis preparedness: Bulking up states' disaster response
Climate disasters, cyber crime and even armed conflict: The EU wants its members to be more ready for crisis. "Prepare, but don't panic," is the message.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:The Atlantic publishes more texts on US Yemen attack plan
Members of the chat, including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA chief John Ratcliffe, claimed no classified information was shared in the Signal messages.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:NATO boss confirms death of 4 US soldiers in Lithuania
Four US soldiers have been confirmed dead after they went missing during military training exercises. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made the announcement while in Poland.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Sinn FΓ©in demands resignation of Irelandβs parliament speaker
Prime Minister MicheΓ‘l Martin vows to resist Sinn FΓ©inβs campaign of βtotal oppositionβ in showdown that has crippled the ability of the DΓ‘il Γireann parliament to function.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Labourβs welfare cuts headache is now a full-blown migraine
A rapidly drawn-up 500 million of extra savings adds fuel to the fire for Labour MPs queasy about welfare cuts.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:From welfare cuts to Trump tariffs: 7 takeaways from the UK spring statement
Social security cuts, a Whitehall squeeze β and a (future) silver lining on growth. POLITICO sat through Rachel Reevesβ spring statement so you didnβt have to.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Russia says sanctions must be lifted before Ukraine maritime ceasefire can start
Moscow and Kyiv appear at odds over when and how the US-brokered deal will come into effect.
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