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How to survive a visit to the Oval Office: A practical guide for leaders meeting Donald Trump
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is preparing for a crucial visit to the White House, where he faces a potential grilling. However, according to experts, leaders now have several options when preparing those meetings in the White House.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:
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EU gives green light for Bulgaria to join the euro
The EU has approved Bulgaria's readiness to adopt the euro, clearing the way for a 2026 switch. The move follows inflation reforms and marks a milestone in the country's EU integration.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:German Cabinet approves stricter asylum measures
The German government has proposed several new measures as it pushes on with plans to further curb irregular migration. This comes despite a legal setback this week when a court ruled pushbacks at the border unlawful.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU and Kyiv prep exit-strategy for millions of Ukrainian refugees
Millions of Ukrainian refugees throughout the European Union will likely have their safe status extended until March 2027, amid plans for their return or possible transition into permanent residency.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Iconic Goodyear airships honoured a century after first flight
Goodyear's iconic airships are taking to the skies over an Ohio city this week to mark 100 years since the company's first branded blimp took flight.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Hikers ignored warnings before Mount Etnaβs latest eruption, Sicilian officials say
Mount Etna often remains safe to climb during eruptions with the aid of a qualified guide.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Could the resurgence of Germanyβs steel industry help to revive its economy?
US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports come into effect today. But could Germany's defence industry be paving the way for a steel boom?
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Aid group halts food deliveries in Gaza after shootings near distribution sites
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation did not give out any aid on Wednesday after dozens of Palestinians looking for aid were reportedly killed this week.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:What we know about the shootings near Gaza aid distribution sites
EuroVerify takes a look at the facts to build up a timeline of the deadly incidents to determine what we know so far.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:'They will die': Foreign aid cuts hit women and girls the hardest as NGOs face closure
Reduced aid funding threatens the lives of women and girls worldwide as many NGOs that support them predict they will be forced to shut down soon.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Isar Valley: How Munich became Europe's preeminent startup capital
In the Bavarian capital, international talent meets an ecosystem built to help startups succeed. Here, founders gain access to capital, expertise, and networks that can turn ideas into thriving businesses.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU to extend protection for Ukrainian refugees and plan for post-war returns
The new plan prepares EU countries for two scenarios: long-term residence for displaced Ukrainians and voluntary returns after the war.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:From lithium to rare earths: Europeβs strategy to power its future energy
Europe is investing in local mining to reduce its reliance on imports and power its green and digital transformation. I went to the Czech Republic, to one of the EUβs 47 strategic projects, aimed at boosting raw materials to reduce import dependence.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Meet Robert Kun, the actor bringing Kazakhstanβs action film industry to the world stage
Actor and stunt coordinator Robert Kunβs path in cinema started with martial arts and led to blockbuster stunts. Now heβs bringing the lessons from Hollywood back home to develop Kazakhstanβs film industry.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:High hopes as Germany's Merz meets US President Trump
Will German Chancellor Friedrich Merz convince US President Donald Trump to be a reliable partner to Europe? Expectations are high for Merz's first visit to Washington.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:US updates: Trump's 50% steel tariffs come into force
The Trump administration has said this latest tariff move will help secure the US steel industry and curb foreign countries from flooding the US market with low-cost metals. DW has the latest.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:βShadows of indifferenceβ: EU faces heat over inaction on pollution from Italyβs biggest steel plant
The European Commission has been accused of misconduct over its handling of toxic pollution from Ilva, once Europe's largest steel plant.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Frontex wants greater intelligence access as EU mulls expanding powers
Frontex, the EU's border agency, wants more access to data and intelligence as part of a wish-list of expanded powers.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU extends temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees but wants long-term fix
Brussels will appoint a special envoy for Ukrainians in the EU to help to lay the groundwork for their gradual return.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Brussels asks EU countries to use less water
Countries would set their own water efficiency targets under the proposal, which would not be legally binding.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:PMQs: Badenoch makes Starmer squirm on welfare
The Tory leader made the most of Labour's gear changes on winter fuel eligibility and the two child benefit cap β but answers from Keir Starmer were lacking.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:EU Commission unveils 13 targets for overseas raw materials projects
The announced projects aim to enhance the European Unionβs political independence in goods production.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Rescue vehicles in New Orleans blessed ahead of hurricane season
New Orleans honoured its first responders on Tuesday with a βBlessing of the Fleet,β marking the beginning of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season in a unique ceremony.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Banksyβs new artwork temporarily (and naughtily) defaced in France
The artwork in Marseille was vandalized, with the lighthouse and its poignant message turned into a penis with an added pair of testicles. Thankfully, the "national sport" in the southern city was promptly rectified.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:How Europe is planning to cope with drought
As crucial waterways run low and Europe's farmers worry about their crops, the European Union is trying to come up with a strategy to keep the water flowing.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Is Europe prepared for worsening drought and water scarcity?
As crucial waterways run low and Europe's farmers worry about their crops, the European Union is trying to come up with a strategy to keep the water flowing.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Congo: Ex-President Kabila's return fuels rebel controversy
Former Congolese President Joseph Kabila is in Goma β a city under M23 rebel control. Officially, he speaks of peace. But Kinsasha accuses him of high treason. As tensions rise, the conflict threatens to escalate.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Bulgaria to adopt the euro as ECB and European Commission give green light
Bulgaria will be the 21st nation to join the eurozone, with adoption planned at the start of 2026.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Russia developing multiples more ammunition than NATO, says Secretary General Mark Rutte
NATO allies must commit to spending 5% of GDP on defence, as Russian threat looms, says NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Within three months, Russia develops four times the amount of ammunition NATO countries produce in a year, he said.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:South Korea divided, troubled as Lee Jae-myung takes over
After six months of political turmoil, new President Lee Jae-myung may find his honeymoon period brief as he tackles multiple issues both at home and abroad.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Isaiah Hartenstein vying to become second German to win NBA title
It's been 14 years since the Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki became the first German to win an NBA championship. Isaiah Hartenstein of the Oklahoma Thunder is a good bet to become the second.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:British singer and songwriter Jessie J shares early breast cancer diagnosis
The British pop star behind hit singles like 'Price Tag' and 'Domino' says she plans to undergo surgery for breast cancer this month.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Around 20,000 evacuated in Cologne after discovery of unexploded WWII bombs
The city in western Germany is undergoing its largest evacuation since World War II after three unexploded US bombs were discovered.
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Ukraine demands return of children taken by Russia: How did Kyiv come up with the list?
Kyiv handed over to Moscow a list of forcefully deported Ukrainian children, demanding that the Kremlin return them home. Who are the children on the list, and why did Ukraine include just some 300 names in it?
Published on: June 04, 2025 | Source:Tiananmen anniversary passes quietly in Hong Kong once again
Hong Kong again saw no mass commemoration of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown on Wednesday, with candlelit vigils at Victoria Park remaining absent for another year.
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