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Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
New record number of young adults without training in Germany: Around 2.9 million young adults have no education. That is more than ever before ...
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Quick Glance: Record Number of Young Adults without Education in Germany
- Germany records a peak of 2.9 million young adults without education, especially among migrants.
- The increasing number of unskilled individuals negatively impacts the job market and widens the gap between well-qualified and unqualified individuals.
- The dual education system faces challenges like rising dropout rates and mismatched apprenticeships.
- Initiatives to modernize the education system are being called for, including better career guidance and increased apprenticeship wages.
Equities platform Midas raises $45M Series A as fintech retains its sparkle in Turkey
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Quick Glance: Midas Raises $45M in Series A Funding
- A fintech startup called Midas has successfully raised $45 million in a funding round led by Portage Ventures of Canada. This enables investors in Turkey to invest in US and Turkish equities.
- With over 2 million users in Turkey's retail market, Midas offers lower transaction and commission fees for Turkish customers. Additionally, the company provides financial content, real-time stock market data and news, as well as company profiles to educate the market.
- The new funding is intended to introduce three new products: cryptocurrency trading, mutual funds, and savings accounts. Midas plans to expand beyond Turkey and target countries in the MENA region.
- Other participants in the round included International Finance Corporation, Spark Capital, Earlybird Digital East Fund, and Revo Capital. Previously, Midas had already completed a $11 million seed round in 2022 and aims to strengthen its presence in the Turkish financial sector.
China relied on extrajudicial means to force thousands of fugitives to repatriate, human rights activists say - ICIJ
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Quick Glance: China's Illegal Tactics for Repatriating Fugitives
- Over the past decade, China has forcibly repatriated more than 12,000 fugitives to combat corruption, according to a human rights group report.
- Under Xi Jinping's government, China heavily relied on extrajudicial methods like kidnappings, harassment, and intimidation to 'persuade' and coerce Chinese nationals in over 120 countries to return.
- 'Fox Hunt' and 'Sky Net' operations aim at repressing Chinese nationals abroad, including activists, journalists, and religious minorities.
- The Chinese government uses persuasion methods to compel suspects to return, bypassing host countries' legal systems, leading to international resistance.
Three suspected Chinese spies arrested in Germany — caught stealing sensitive tech secrets
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Quick Glance: Germany apprehends three individuals for alleged China espionage
- The individuals were apprehended in Düsseldorf and Bad Homburg in western Germany, with searches conducted in their residences and places of work.
- Thomas R. is under suspicion of serving as an agent for an employee of the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS), aiming to gather intelligence on technologies with potential military applications within Germany.
- Allegedly, the company entered into an agreement with a German university for the purpose of facilitating knowledge exchange.
- During the time of their arrest, there were purported ongoing discussions regarding research initiatives that could contribute to enhancing China's maritime combat capabilities.
German unemployment seen rising to highest level in almost a decade: Germany's economic weakness is finally taking a toll on the labour market ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/german-unemployment-seen-rising-highest-level-almost-decade-2024-04-26/
Germany Supports Swedish Push for EU Ban of Russian LNG: Just days after Swedish calls to sanction imports of Russian liquefied natural gas ...
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Germany: Parliament’s lower house to vote on gender self-determination law: German lawmakers have approved legislation that will make it easier for transgender ...
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Quick Glance: Germany: Lower House Passes Gender Self-Determination Law
- German lawmakers approved a law making it easier for transgender, intersex, and nonbinary individuals to change their name and gender in official records.
- The self-determination law will be effective on November 1, allowing adults to change their name and legal gender without additional formalities.
- The new regulations will permit minors aged 14 and above to change their name and gender with parental consent, while parents would apply on behalf of children under 14 at registry offices.
- The reforms also include legalizing limited cannabis possession, easing rules for German citizenship, and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
German spycatchers raise game against China and Russia: Recent arrests only ‘tip of the iceberg’, with hundreds more operatives believed to be ‘up to mischief’ ...
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UK’s Sunak hopes to deepen defence ties on trip to Germany: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak meets German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday, a long-awaited trip to ...
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Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
Turkey Pauses Rate Hikes Ahead of Inflation Peak Near 70%: Turkey’s central bank kept interest rates unchanged, pausing a month after surprising markets with a ...
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Erdoğan sues Şaban Vatan seeking justice for 11-year-old daughter's suspicious death
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Türkiye reveals plans for largest-ever domestic aircraft carrier: Türkiye is preparing for its largest-ever domestic aircraft carrier through a project led by ...
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Germany Arrests Three Suspected of Spying for Chinese State: German authorities arrested two men and a woman suspected of working for China’s ministry of state ...
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Erdoğan condoles Turkey’s Armenian community for ‘deaths during WW1’ : Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on April 24 expressed his condolences to the ...
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German police shoot machete-wielding man at university: The incident occurred at the Mannheim University faculty of economics while lectures were taking place ...
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Quick Glance: Police Shoot Man with Machete in Library
- A 31-year-old man who entered the library of the University of Mannheim with a machete was shot by the police and later died in the hospital.
- Before the officers arrived, the man had been aggressive towards a staff member and had a previous ban from the library due to his negative behavior.
- The State Criminal Police Office and the Public Prosecutor's Office are investigating the use of firearms and the motive of the man, who had previous encounters with the police.
- There was no danger to other library visitors, and students were present when the incident occurred.
German spy agency warns companies against being too "naive" on China: Germany's domestic spy agency told companies on Wednesday they should be on guard against ...
reuters.com/world/europe/german-spy-agency-warns-companies-against-being-too-naive-china-2024-04-24/
National Children’s Day in Turkey: Over 500 children aged 0-6 behind bars: DEVA Party Deputy Chair Elif Esen visited Turkey’s infamous Silivri and Sincan prisons ...
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Most weapons from US aid package for Ukraine are already in Germany and Poland – CNN
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Turkish spies targeted American organization led by former senior US officials - Nordic Monitor
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Quick Glance: Turkish spies target American organization
- The Turkish government initiated a covert surveillance initiative to target the US-based organization Turkish Democracy Project.
- The organization was classified as a threat to the authoritarian Erdogan regime and subjected to intense surveillance.
Germany plans to resume UNRWA cooperation after independent report: The German government says it plans to resume its cooperation with the UN Relief and Works ...
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Turkey's Erdogan says Iraq sees need to eliminate Kurdish PKK militia: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said in remarks published on Tuesday he believed Iraq saw ...
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Quick Glance: Erdogan emphasizes need to combat PKK militia in Iraq
- Turkish President Erdogan highlights the necessity of eliminating the Kurdish PKK militia in Iraq and seeks support from Baghdad.
- Following talks in Baghdad and Erbil, Erdogan announces a new phase of cooperation to combat terrorism and enhance economic relations.
- Turkey and Iraq plan to establish a joint military operations center to address PKK threats and manage water resources.
- Both countries have agreed on strategic framework agreements covering security, trade, energy, and water management to consider Iraq's needs.
Turkey's Erdogan in Iraq to push for reset of ties, cooperation against PKK: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said relations with Iraq were entering a new phase ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/turkeys-erdogan-iraq-push-reset-ties-cooperation-against-pkk-2024-04-22/
European court rules Turkey violated immunity of UN judge - Nordic Monitor: Levent Kenez/Stockholm
nordicmonitor.com/2024/04/european-court-rules-turkey-violated-immunity-of-un-judge/
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Espionage and sabotage: Russia brings the war in Ukraine to Germany: The police have arrested two Russian-Germans in Bavaria. They are said to have spied on ...
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China spying: Krah stays on as top AfD European candidate : Alternative for Germany politician Maximilian Krah will stay on as the AfD lead candidate in ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Germany, Britain plan to build remote-controlled howitzers together | DPA: Germany and Britain plan to jointly develop a remote-controlled howitzer for future ...
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Federal Prosecutor's Office: Russian spies arrested in Bavaria: Two Russian spies were arrested in Bavaria.
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Quick Glance: Bavaria: Arrests for Alleged Espionage and Sabotage
- In Bavaria, two suspected spies with ties to Russia were arrested. They had been scouting potential targets, including US military facilities.
- One of the detainees planned arson and explosives attacks on military infrastructure in Germany. Authorities searched their homes and workplaces.
- A warrant was issued for suspected membership in a terrorist organization. The arrests are considered a significant breakthrough in combating the Russian espionage network.
- Federal Justice Minister Marco Buschmann emphasized the need for a resolute response to the threat posed by the Russian power apparatus.
Turkey's Erdogan says he does not believe Hamas will leave Qatar: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday he does not believe the Palestinian militant ...
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Quick Glance: Turkey Should Not Provide Sanctuary to Hamas
- The images of the meeting between the Turkish President and the Hamas leader in Istanbul are causing unease. Supporting the terrorist organization is problematic. The Islamists are no longer suitable as negotiating partners for resolving the Middle East conflict.
- Recep Tayyip Erdogan received Hamas leader Ismail Haniya with a certain statesmanship and drew parallels between Hamas and Turkish insurgents. Turkey adamantly refuses to categorize Hamas as a terrorist organization.
- Speculations are arising about a potential relocation of Hamas leaders from Qatar to Turkey. Qatar is under pressure due to its closeness to Islamists. Turkey could be an appealing choice for Hamas.
- Moving the Hamas headquarters to Turkey would be a provocation towards Israel and its allies. Hamas has discredited itself as a reliable negotiating partner. A political resolution of the Middle East conflict should exclude the involvement of Hamas.
Türkiye to launch new effort for Gaza with UN - Türkiye News: Türkiye will launch a new effort with the office of the U.N. secretary-general against the Israeli ...
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No weed, just beer: Bavaria bans smoking cannabis at Oktoberfest and beer gardens
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Attack on Israel: calls for a radical departure from Germany's Iran policy: Following the mullah regime's attack on Israel at the weekend, there are more and ...
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German gov't report underscores Erdogan's willingness to kidnap opponents from abroad - Nordic Monitor
nordicmonitor.com/2024/04/german-government-report-highlights-erdogans-willingness-to-kidnap-opponents-from-abroad/
Trump 2.0: How US allies are preparing for a second term: Germany is waging a charm offensive inside the Republican Party. Japan is lining up its own Trump ...
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US government reportedly ponders crimping China's use of RISC-V: Permissive licenses may be about to collide with geopolitics
theregister.com/2024/04/24/us_commerce_china_risc_v_investigation/
Quick Glance: US Government Considers Restricting China's Use of RISC-V
- The US Department of Commerce is reportedly considering lawmakers' calls to make it harder for China to use the RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA).
- RISC-V is permissively licensed, allowing developers to access the ISA for free and create proprietary or open source implementations for various applications.
- The Commerce Department is now reportedly examining RISC-V to review potential risks and assess appropriate actions that could address concerns effectively.
- China is already embracing RISC-V, with local chip design firms utilizing the ISA to develop desktop PC chips for Chinese schools and a server-grade processor for Alibaba Cloud.
Hamas chief meets Erdogan in first Turkey visit since Israeli assault : Visit comes as the Turkish leader renews criticism of Israel and support of the ...
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Quick Glance: Hamas Chief Meets Erdogan in Istanbul Visit
- Turkey's President Erdogan met Hamas chief Haniyeh in Istanbul to emphasize the importance of focusing on Gaza.
- Erdogan urged Palestinians to unite against Israeli aggression in Gaza.
- The meeting followed Erdogan's comparison of Hamas to Turkish independence fighters.
- Hamas expressed gratitude for Erdogan's support and criticized Israel's response to the meeting.
Rights concerns, costs undermine Turkey-EU migrant deal, say auditors: Turkey's poor human rights record and economic factors are undermining the effectiveness ...
reuters.com/world/europe/rights-concerns-costs-undermine-turkey-eu-migrant-deal-say-auditors-2024-04-23/
Quick Glance: Rights Concerns, Costs Impact Turkiye-EU Migrant Deal
- Turkiye's poor human rights record and economic factors are undermining the effectiveness of the EU migration deal with Ankara.
- EU auditors raised concerns about NGOs' ability to operate projects due to Turkiye's authoritarian turn and crackdown on dissent.
- The report highlighted challenges in managing EU aid amidst Turkiye's economic downturn and rule of law backsliding by Ankara.
- The European Commission's lack of cost analysis and uncertainty post-aid end call for improvements in impact demonstration, sustainability, and value for money.
Two neighborhoods in Turkey’s quake-hit Hatay under quarantine for rabies: The agricultural directorate in southern Turkey’s quake-hit Hatay province has ...
duvarenglish.com/two-neighborhoods-in-turkeys-quake-hit-hatay-under-quarantine-for-rabies-news-64266
Anzac Day 2024: Australia, New Zealand honor their war dead with dawn services : Hundreds of thousands of people have gathered across Australia and New Zealand ...
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German business sentiment rises more than expected in April, Ifo finds: German business morale improved more than expected in April, a survey showed on Wednesday ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/german-business-sentiment-rises-april-finds-ifo-2024-04-24/
'Berlin-Abo': Everything you need to know about the new €29 travel pass: Berlin's reduced-price city travel ticket to get around on public transport is going ...
thelocal.de/20240422/berlin-abo-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-e29-travel-pass
German Green's minister Robert Habeck under fire over 2022 nuclear shutdown: The Berlin economy and environment ministries, both held by the Greens ...
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Groundbreaking ruling: Climate protection is a human right: The European Court of Human Rights upholds a lawsuit brought by Swiss climate seniors ...
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Quick Glance: Landmark Ruling: Switzerland Convicted for Inadequate Climate Protection
- The European Court of Human Rights convicted Switzerland for inadequate climate protection, considering it a violation of human rights.
- The ruling pertains to a group of senior women in Switzerland whose human rights were infringed due to insufficient climate protection.
- This groundbreaking verdict could set precedents for further climate-related lawsuits, both internationally and domestically.
- Additional climate lawsuits from Portugal and France were dismissed by the court, while the ruling in Switzerland carries significant implications.
Germany urges UK’s Rishi Sunak to spend big on defense: Russian threat looms large as Chancellor Olaf Scholz prepares to welcome British PM to Berlin.
politico.eu/article/rishi-sunak-olaf-scholz-uk-germany-wants-rishi-sunak-to-spend-big-on-defense/
Nearly 282 million people faced acute hunger in 2023, with the worst famine in Gaza - World News
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Quick Glance: Over 280 Million People Worldwide Affected by Severe Hunger
- Nearly 282 million individuals across various countries faced acute hunger in 2023, with the war-torn Gaza Strip having the highest number of people experiencing famine.
- The United Nations report revealed that 24 million more people were dealing with acute food shortages compared to 2022, primarily due to a significant decline in food security, especially in Gaza and Sudan.
- Of those on the brink of famine - 577,000 individuals - over 80% were located in Gaza, while numerous others in nations like South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Somalia, and Mali were also enduring extreme hunger.
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres labeled the report as 'a reckoning of human failure' and emphasized the need for an urgent response to address the root causes of acute hunger and malnutrition, as well as overhaul food supply systems.
Tesla: Elon Musk fights for every car - prices fall in Germany: Teslas are cheaper again in Germany: As the car manufacturer is currently stockpiling inventory ...
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Quick Glance: Tesla: Prices Reduced in Germany - Musk's Strategies
- Tesla lowers prices in Germany to increase inventory and sales.
- Elon Musk addresses price complaints and emphasizes the need for flexible pricing.
- Buyers of Tesla vehicles during expensive phases may face depreciation.
- Tesla implements additional measures to boost sales, such as price cuts in the USA and adjustments in the Supercharger network.
Building interest rates are rising again: How expensive will it be to build a house?
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UK’s Sunak promises Rwanda deportation flights will begin in 10-12 weeks: Sunak says the government would force parliament to sit late into the night on Monday ...
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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
Germany cuffs alleged Russian spies over plot to bomb industrial and military targets
theregister.com/2024/04/19/germany_arrests_alleged_russian_spies/
Germany’s doomed China strategy: The corporatist spell must soon break
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German EU lawmaker's aide is arrested on suspicion of spying for China: German prosecutors say a man who works for a German lawmaker in the European Parliament ...
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Quick Glance: German Far-Right MEP's Aide Arrested for Alleged Chinese Espionage
- The individual named Jian G. stands accused of sharing information about negotiations at the European Parliament with a Chinese intelligence service and spying on Chinese opposition figures in Germany, according to federal prosecutors.
- Jian Guo is listed as an accredited assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the far-right AfD party's lead candidate for the upcoming EU-wide elections on the European Parliament's website.
- The suspect was apprehended in Dresden on Monday and authorities conducted searches at his residences.
- Expressing concern, the AfD addressed the allegations.
Slovaks crowd-fund ammo for Ukraine: “We will help Ukraine despite our pro-Russian government,” says Slovak campaign.
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Democracy in danger: “You long for strength when you feel particularly weak and small”
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Dentist drills screw into the brain - shock for patient in Turkey: The nightmare of all dental patients becomes a painful reality for a man in Turkey ...
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Türkiye's 1st EV, spacious Togg T10X is smart as it gets: Türkiye is less known for its car industry but the innovative first electric SUV from the Bosporus ...
dailysabah.com/business/automotive/turkiyes-1st-ev-spacious-togg-t10x-is-smart-as-it-gets
EU-Turkey migration deal: Four million refugees, €9 billion in aid and a mixed record
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Summer airport strikes in Germany averted as Lufthansa cabin crew reach pay deal: Cabin crew for German airline Lufthansa have won a 16.5 percent pay raise after ...
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Turkey’s Religious Affairs Directorate views secularization as ‘risk’: In its 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, Turkey’s Religious Affairs Directorate (Diyanet) ...
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Steinmeier in Turkey: "We need each other": Steinmeier calls for a revival of German-Turkish relations during his visit to Turkey. Erdogan criticizes - ...
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Defeated village head candidate makes TV debut after viral poem: Aydın Battal, the defeated village head (mukhtar) candidate and shepherd in Turkey’s central ...
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Türkiye's Karadağ boasts rich heritage of religious architecture: Religious structures were identified in the 'Thousand and One Churches' area in southern ...
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Türkiye offers new digital nomad visa: Türkiye is an ideal country for digital nomads on many levels, offering the fun of its atmospheric cities or the peace of ...
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Western states sought to send de-escalation messages to Iran via Turkey, Western diplomat says
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Quick Glance: Western States Utilize Turkey as Intermediary for De-escalation Messages to Iran: Diplomat
- Recently, Western states have attempted to communicate messages to Iran via Turkey to reaffirm calls for de-escalation, as reported by a Western diplomat on Friday.
- These messages were transmitted before the reported Israeli attacks on Iran early Friday, resulting in Tehran stating it had no intentions for additional retaliation.
- Following Iran's retaliatory strike on Israel over the weekend, Turkey's foreign ministry acknowledged engagements with Iran and the United States, emphasizing the need for restraint and cautioning against a potential regional conflict with further escalating tensions.
- Acting US Under Secretary of State John Bass visited Ankara earlier this week and held discussions with Turkey's top diplomat Hakan Fidan. A US official mentioned: 'They deliberated on the crucial importance of averting additional escalations or a broader conflict in the region.'
Middle East updates: Germany resumes UNRWA cooperation: Germany will reestablish cooperation with the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza ...
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Erdogan meets Hamas leader in Turkey, discusses efforts for regional peace: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan discussed efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236985/erdogan-meets-hamas-leader-in-turkey-discusses-efforts-for-regional-peace/
Far-right AfD reels as German lawmakers slam party over espionage and corruption allegations
politico.eu/article/germany-afd-party-russia-china-spy-claims-bundestag/
Turkey's major labor unions call to celebrate Workers’ Day in Taksim Square: Turkey’s five major labor confederations and professional associations called ...
duvarenglish.com/turkeys-major-labor-unions-call-to-celebrate-workers-day-in-taksim-square-news-64201
Abortions in first 12 weeks should be fully legalised in Germany, commission says
reuters.com/world/europe/abortions-first-12-weeks-should-be-legal-germany-commission-says-2024-04-15/
Prominent figure in German far-right party going on trial over alleged use of Nazi slogan
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Quick Glance: Björn Höcke on Trial for Nazi Slogans
- Björn Höcke, a prominent far-right leader in Germany, is on trial for using banned Nazi slogans.
- Germany has strict laws against National Socialist slogans and symbols due to historical reasons.
- Höcke leads the far-right Alternative for Germany in Thuringia and is under surveillance.
- The trial is taking place in Halle and is expected to last until May 14, with protests against the AfD outside the courthouse.
Criminal extended families: "Their hatred is directed at everything and everyone who follows a different faith"
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Germany accused of 'facilitating Gaza genocide': As the supply of arms to Israel is the subject of fierce debate in many Western countries ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/08/germany-accused-of-facilitating-gaza-genocide_6667746_4.html
Quick Glance: Germany Prepares for Court Date Over Genocide Claims
- The Genocide Convention was created to prevent future genocides, particularly in response to the Holocaust.
- Nicaragua has sued Germany for allegedly contributing to genocide against the Palestinian people through support for Israel.
- The accusations against Germany could lead to provisional measures by the International Court of Justice.
- The hearing for the case is scheduled for April 8 and 9, with Germany and Nicaragua each having a day to present their arguments.
Germany arrests 3 suspected China spies: Germany's Federal Prosecutor has said three German citizens were arrested for alleged involvement in providing ...
dw.com/en/germany-arrests-3-suspected-china-spies/a-68885712
Germany's Habeck touts German support, business interest in Ukraine | DPA: German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck was in Kiev on Thursday for a visit focused ...
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Quick Glance: Habeck's Visit to Ukraine: Solidarity and Support
- Robert Habeck visits Ukraine to show German solidarity and promise support.
- Ukraine is in a war fighting for freedom and European values.
- Habeck brings business representatives to promote investments and boost arms production.
- Germany supports Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and financial aid for the energy sector.
Everything that changes in Germany in May 2024: From higher ticket tax on air travel from Germany to several public holidays, here are the changes happening in ...
thelocal.de/20240425/everything-that-changes-in-germany-in-may-2024
Six years without answers: What happened to Rabia Naz Vatan? : Six years have passed since 11-year-old Rabia Naz Vatan died under suspicious circumstances in ...
duvarenglish.com/six-years-without-answers-what-happened-to-rabia-naz-vatan-news-64178
Turkish warship docks in Mogadishu under Somalia defense deal: A Turkish Navy vessel arrived at the Port of Mogadishu on Tuesday following the signing of a ...
dailysabah.com/business/defense/turkish-warship-docks-in-mogadishu-under-somalia-defense-deal
Quick Glance: Turkish Warship Arrives in Mogadishu under Somalia Defense Pact
- A Turkish Navy vessel arrived at the Port of Mogadishu on Tuesday following the signing of a defense and economic agreement between Somalia and Turkey in February this year.
- The TCG Kınalıada F514 docked at the port two months after the landmark deal signed between the two countries, under which Turkey committed to provide maritime security support to Somalia.
- President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, along with several ministers, joined the welcoming ceremony along with the Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, Alper Aktaş.
- Turkey and Somalia also signed a deal on offshore oil and natural gas cooperation last month, further strengthening ties after agreeing on a defense deal.
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