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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz gets lukewarm support
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has promised a policy change. Respondents to the monthly Deutschlandrend survey seem to have a wait-and-see attitude. A majority of them agrees with labeling the AfD as "right-wing extremist."
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:
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France believes Trumpβs movie tariffs will backfire
U.S. president's tariff threat will be a hot topic at this month's Cannes film festival.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:India: What's next after missile strikes on Pakistan?
Pakistan has vowed to retaliate following India's missile strikes. But experts in India say neither country wants a full-blown conflict and the challenge is to manage the next level of escalation.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Ukrainian drones disrupt Moscow airports as Putinβs allies converge on Russia
Aeroflot said "temporary restrictions" were introduced at Moscow Sheremetyevo, while reports suggest flights at other Russian airports have been diverted.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Fact check: Fake news spreading after India strikes Pakistan
Viral social media posts claim to show India's attacks on Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. But some videos are used out of context and are seemingly aimed at stoking tensions even further.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Digital trade pact with Singapore starts Ε efΔoviΔ's Asia tour
EU trade commissioner Maros Ε efΔoviΔ on Wednesday signed a digital trade with Singapore at the start of a three day mission to Singapore and Japan, with the EU hoping to expand its trade relations in the Far East.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Kashmir conflict: How will Pakistan react to Indian strikes?
Pakistan has vowed to retaliate after India struck several targets overnight in response to last month's deadly attack against tourists in Kashmir. Experts fear the decades-old conflict could spiral out of control.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:EU names Emirati and Chinese firms in new Russia sanctions
The EU is preparing mini-sanctions on Russia's shadow fleet, Chinese tech firms, Russian sniper rifles, and gold β ahead of another potential Hungary-veto crisis.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Belgiumβs biggest party backs Macronβs plan to recognize Palestinian stateΒ
The positional shift follows growing criticism of the partyβs silence on Israel's war in Gaza.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:German Chancellor Friedrich Merz turns to foreign policy on first day in office
Friedrich Merz now heads the German government. He has vowed to make foreign policy a top priority, visiting France and Poland on his first day in office.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Donald Trump vs. James Bond? Britain shrugs off US threat to tariff movies
US president's plan to slap a 100 percent "tariff" on movies "produced in Foreign Lands" sparks confusion β and some mockery β in the House of Commons.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Spain's shocking blackout β what can be done?
Spain now has a golden opportunity to enact EU energy market rules, and even go beyond them. By building open, technology-neutral electricity markets where solutions compete on an equal footing, Spain can better protect its citizens from future blackouts and set the standard for a resilient, decarbonised Europe.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:NASA cuts: ESA in talks about the 'full repercussions'
As the US shifts its ambitions to Mars, cuts to its national space agency will also affect the work of European researchers, and their efforts to get to the moon.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Looming debts cast shadow over next EU budget
Massive debts are looming over the EU's next long-term budget β posing repayment questions as the European Parliament seeks more funds.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:How Black Germans fight for recognition of Nazi-era crimes
The Nazis targeted Black people living in Germany, excluding them from society through forced sterilization and denial of citizenship. Activists and historians still strive for recognition of these injustices.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Ukraine updates: Vance calls for direct Moscow-Kyiv talks
US Vice President JD Vance said at least some direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine are needed to end the war. Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to visit Ukraine soon.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Macron, Merz tout renewed Franco-German engine to lead Europe
The two leaders say they will not let national interests divide them.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:North Africa and the human cost of Europe's 'safe' labels
The EU Asylum Procedures Regulation, which outlines criteria for βsafe countryβ designations, does not mandate independent, up-to-date assessments of human rights conditions. This opens the door to politicised decisions that fail to safeguard the rights of asylum seekers. The gap between EU labels and refugee realities will only grow, along with the human cost.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Pakistan authorizes military response after India strikes
India has said it carried out strikes in Pakistan and Pakistani-administered Kashmir. Pakistan has vowed retribution over what it describes as an "act of war."
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:How will Germany's new government tackle climate issues?
Climate issues took a back seat during Germany's election campaign. Is that likely to change under the incoming coalition government?
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Global resurgence of measles is a 'wake-up call'
Vaccine programs almost eradicated measles, but cases are rising again in every part of the world. What's behind the resurgence in outbreaks?
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:What's behind the recent measles outbreaks around the world?
Vaccine programs almost eradicated measles, but cases are rising again in every part of the world. Health advisors say it's a 'wake-up call' for renewed vaccination efforts.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:'Why would we play Putin's game?': Ukrainians see Russian lull as sideshow
Russia is expected to begin a self-declared three-day pause in fighting against Ukraine on Wednesday night.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Yemen: Is the US-Houthi ceasefire ending Israel and Red Sea attacks?
Hours after Israel's retaliatory response to the attacks by the Yemeni Houthi militia, Oman brokered a ceasefire between the US and Yemen. Is the conflict in the Red Sea and with Israel coming to an end?
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:How does a pope get his name?
It is still an open question who will succeed Pope Francis. Even the name the new pope adopts is being eagerly awaited. That's because the name says a lot about what the new pope stands for.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Netherlands adds voice to those calling for revision of EU-Israel deal
The Netherlands is the latest member state to call for a revision of the EU's trade agreement with Israel, worth 46.8bn annually, due to concerns over human rights violations.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Are German teenage boys falling out of love with football?
Fewer and fewer young people in Germany are sticking with football at a crucial age in their sporting development. Why is this happening and what does it mean?
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Why the EU's push to cut Russian energy ties is so difficult
The European Commission has unveiled a delayed roadmap to phase out Russian fossil fuels by 2027. But as Europe scrambles to diversify supplies, experts warn that new dependencies and old divisions could derail the plan.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:What's at stake as India-Pakistan tensions rise in Kashmir
Kashmirβs strategic importance and an ongoing conflict between Pakistan and India make it a volatile flashpoint with global stakes.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Hansi Flick at Barcelona: A great coaching return
After a troubling time in charge of the Germany national team, Hansi Flick has reinvented himself as coach of Barcelona.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Who will be the next pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable process
All 133 cardinals are voting in the Sistine Chapel to decide who will succeed Pope Francis.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Rosenberg: Russians remember WW2 with victory on their minds
Russia is gearing up to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two in Europe.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Watch: The conclave that confused everyone
BBC News archive footage tells the extraordinary story of the smoke signal confusion of the 1958 Conclave.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Voting for new Pope set to begin with cardinals entering secret conclave
The secretive process will get underway at the Vatican to find a new leader of the Catholic Church.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Merz's messy path to power raises questions for future government
Merz had been working to project strength and purpose but instead became mired in political intrigue and division.
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