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Huge challenges await new president of divided Romania
"Fear managed to defeat fury" is how one analyst interpreted liberal Nicusor Dan beating hard-right George Simion to the presidency.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:
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Marathon Putin-Trump call leaves EU in limbo on Ukraine war
The Vatican might host future Russia-Ukraine talks on a peace "memorandum", but Putin refused any immediate ceasefire in a phone call with Trump on Monday.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Ukraine: Trump says ceasefire talks to start 'immediately'
The US President spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Putin, more reserved, said he would work with Ukraine on a 'memorandum' on a possible peace accord.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Who are the winners and losers from the UK-EU agreement?
A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Spanish PM calls for Israel ban at Eurovision
Pedro SΓ‘nchez warns against "double standards" after Russia was banned from the song contest in 2022.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:ICJ backs Equatorial Guinea in Gabon islands dispute
The tiny island of Mbanie measures just 30 hectares but has been at the center of a territorial dispute between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea. The world court has found in favor of the latter.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Brussels hails UK deal as 'new chapter' - but much is yet to be written
The two sides have struck a new post-Brexit deal but this so-called 'reset' of the relationship is just the beginning.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Huawei bribery scandal: Belgium asks European Parliament to lift MEP immunities
Belgian authorities want to investigate five MEPs over cash-for-influence case, officials say.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Starmer bets βsell-outβ on fish wonβt spook Brits weary of Brexit
The giveaway on fisheries access, pounced on by critics, is a political risk for the British PM, who appears to be trading a hit to a relatively small part of the U.K. economy for wins elsewhere.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Trump says Russia and Ukraine will βimmediatelyβ start ceasefire talks
The president signaled that the U.S. would not play a mediating role in the discussions.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Romania: Historic victory for pro-European candidate
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.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:UK-EU deal unpacked: All the Brexit red tape set for a chop
The agreement could pave the way for smoother trade and travel between the U.K. and EU.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Turkey faces Indian backlash over Pakistan ties
In India, a boycott of Turkey over Ankara's support for Pakistan in the current conflict is widening, hitting tourism, trade, education and aviation.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Can a gender bill bring political inclusion?
Nigerian women are demanding that more seats be reserved for them in the countryβs parliament. They argue that women are systemically excluded from the political process and change is long overdue.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Okinawans split over whether US bases are worth the burden
Japan pays $1.4 billion annually for US bases in Okinawa. But does the US military presence truly benefit locals, or does it impose more challenges?
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:BBCβs Gary Lineker departs after sharing post about Zionism featuring a rat
Former footballer has hosted iconic highlights show Match of the Day since 1999 but will leave this week.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Top economists urge EU to save due diligence laws from rollback
Nearly 100 economists from across Europe are pushing back against the commissionβs plan to weaken its own recent rules on human rights and the environment in corporate supply chains.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Who was Malcolm X?
Malcolm X was an icon of the Black civil rights movement and saw violence as a tool of resistance against oppression. He was born 100 years ago in Omaha, Nebraska.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:How Malcolm X fought against the 'American nightmare'
"By any means necessary": He saw violence as a tool of resistance against the oppression of Black people. Malcolm X, who was born 100 years ago, remains an icon of the Black civil rights movement.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:China and Russia plan to build nuclear power station on moon
Planned for 2035, the nuclear reactor would power research and exploration of the moon's south pole as part of the the International Lunar Research Station project.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Macronβs office immersed in major Perrier mineral water scandal
Senate report alleges NestlΓ© Waters lobbied the French government to make possible the sale of branded mineral water that circumvented stringent rules.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Presidential win in Romania 'not a clear victory' over far-right
Some caution that over five million voters still backed the far-right George Simeon β posing questions on future governance in country wrecked by poverty and inequality.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Middle East: Israel allows Gaza aid for 'diplomatic reasons'
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says it's necessary to resume Gaza aid as famine images prove unpopular with allies. Meanwhile, the Israeli military has ordered the evacuation of the territory's second city. DW has more.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Late night talks yield defence pact at EU-UK 'reset' summit
The EU and UK unveiled a series of new agreements covering defence and security, youth mobility and fisheries at a summit on Monday (19 May) after last-minute talks which carried late into Sunday night.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:EU cuts growth forecast amid tensions and tariffs brinkmanship
Brussels has cut its 2025 growth forecast for EU and eurozone GDP to 1.1 and 0.9 percent, respectively β down from 1.5 and 1.3 percent projected last autumn.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:UK, EU agree on several deals at London summit
The EU and UK are working towards a level of cooperation not seen since Brexit, with new agreements on fisheries, trade and security. Deals were agreed as British PM Starmer hosts EU leaders in London.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Poland vote: Pro-EU Trzaskowski wins first round
The election will decide whether Donald Tusk's government can implement reforms that have been stymied by conservative President Andrzej Duda since the government was elected about 18 months ago. DW has more.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Europol's deepening aversion to transparency
We are alarmed by Europol arrogating to itself the right to develop surveillance tools, which are likely to dramatically transform the landscape of policing across the EU, in almost complete secrecy. Yet, despite this opacity, political support for Europol is growing in Brussels and EU capitals.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Warsaw's liberal mayor narrowly wins Polish presidential vote
Rafal Trzaskowski is set to face conservative historian Karol Nawrocki in a second round run-off.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Iran summons British diplomat over arrest of nationals
Iran summoned the British charge d'affaires to its foreign ministry in Tehran to protest the arrest of several Iranian nationals in Britain. The Iranians were arrested on charges related to terrorism and spying.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Tundu Lissu defiant' as treason trial begins in Tanzania
The treason trial of Tanzania's main opposition leader, Tundu Lissu, has begun. His party claims the case is politically motivated after Lissu launched a campaign for electoral reforms ahead of the October elections.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:EU member states race ahead with dismantling green regulations
This Thursday, EU member states will try to finalise the blocβs rollback of three major sustainability laws β but experts warn Brussels is throwing away many benefits and has failed to "do its homework."
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Right of Reply: Volga shipping responds to EU sanctions report
Russia firm Volga Shipping does not transport Russian oil, its general manager has said, despite EU allegations of sanctionable behaviour.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Romanians elect pro-EU Bucharest mayor NicuΘor Dan as new president
NicuΘor Dan, the pro-European mayor of Bucharest, has been elected president of Romania following a dramatic and closely-watched electoral campaign.
Published on: May 19, 2025 | Source:Germany updates: Extra border checks unsustainable β police
Germany has tightened its border controls, turning away asylum seekers β but police say this can't last. Meanwhile, an Iraqi couple is on trial in Bavaria, accused of enslaving two Yazidi girls. Follow DW for the latest.
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