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‘Lonely’ Erdogan turns his face back to Russia
Meeting of the Turkish and Russian leaders put an end to tension between the two countries. Both Erdogan and Putin are eyeing rapprochement. However, energy expert Necdet Pamir is skeptical of the promises made.
Shooting stars: What we know and still need to find out about the Perseid meteor shower
The Perseid meteor shower is as regular as clockwork. It peaks August 12, same as last year. This time we can expect to see twice as many shooting stars, perhaps even a “double peak.” But there’s loads we don’t know.
Parents of two Benghazi terror attack victims sue Hillary Clinton
The families of two Americans killed in a 2012 terror attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libya, claim that Hillary Clinton was responsible for their deaths. Clinton was Secretary of State at the time.
Shaky start for Kenyan athletes at Rio Olympics
Kenyan athletes will kickstart their event at the Rio Olympics on Friday under a dark shadow after team manager Michael Rotich was sent home following bribery allegations. Kenyan police have arrested Rotich in Nairobi.
Zambia’s election too close to call
Thursday’s election in Zambia is a tight two-horse race between the ruling Patriotic Front and the opposition UPND. President Edgar Lungu and his main challenger Hakainde Hichilema are both keen on avoiding a re-run.
Anti-government protests growing in Ethiopia
Several dozen people have been killed in clashes in Ethiopia between police and anti-government demonstrators. Faced by a new wave of government repression, two key rival ethnic groups are burying old animosities.
Italy tells refugees: Don’t risk the journey
A new campaign launched by the Italian interior ministry and the International Organization for Migration aims to discourage migrants from making the risky journey to Europe. Megan Williams reports from Rome.
US publishes its ‘playbook’ for military drones
The USA has published guidelines for its controversial use of drones, and has given a glimpse of its overall strategy. But critics say that it isn’t enough.
US delivers military shipment to Lebanon’s army
The US has delivered military equipment worth $50 million (45 million euros) to Lebanon’s security forces. Washington says the cargo aims to help Lebanon tackle the threat from militants in neighboring Syria.
The UN’s new North Korea rapporteur: ‘We have to be realistic’
The new UN rapporteur on human rights in North Korea hopes the lessons he learned from other countries will improve the UN’s cooperation with the communist regime. But he told DW that he knows it won’t be easy.
Eastern Europe and the lucrative Middle East arms trade
Many eastern European countries supply arms to the Middle East. The trade is said to be worth more than a billion euros, with the majority of goods going to Saudi Arabia. But the weapons don’t stay there.
Iraqi Defence Minister survives assassination attempt in Mosul
Al-Obaidi’s motorcade was sprayed by mortar shells while inspecting forces in Mosul, says Iraqi Defense Ministry
Ankara-Moscow pivot: a new era begins
Presidents Erdogan and Putin will be drafting a new joint road map in St. Petersburg. In return for Erdogan’s call for more trade, Putin may ask Ankara to jump start ties with Syria, Aram Duran reports from Istanbul.
India’s ‘Iron Lady’ Irom Sharmila to end hunger strike
She has been on a hunger strike for 16 years seeking the repeal of a law that gives immunity to troops in insurgency-marred areas. But she now wants to end it and enter politics to achieve her goal. Cosima Gill reports.
German ex-pat politician in Britain says why she supported Brexit campaign
Despite being a UK Labour member of parliament, German-born Gisela Stuart was a leading figure in the campaign for Britain to leave the European Union. Her decision raised eyebrows, particularly from those in Germany.
Rethinking the term ‘honor killing’
The murder of 28-year-old Samia Shahid comes less than two weeks after Qandeel Baloch was killed by her brother. Media was quick to report them as “honor killings.” We have to rethink that term, writes Gouri Sharma.
Q&A: The role and future of the Japanese emperor
Referring to his weakening health, Japan’s revered Emperor Akihito has hinted at his desire to give up his official role as the nation’s monarch. This has set off a number of questions about what happens next.
Clashes in Aleppo after Syrian rebels break regime siege
Syrian government troops have clashed with opposition forces in Aleppo, a day after rebels breached a regime blockade in the embattled northern city. The government has responded with a major airstrike campaign.
Iranian nuclear scientist executed for spying: reports
Official Iranian media say Tehran has hanged a nuclear scientist for spying for the US. However, the circumstances of his life and death remain mysterious.
Investor paradise Macedonia is a nightmare for workers
Macedonians who can find jobs are told to consider themselves lucky. But it’s unclear whether the luck is good or bad in a country where the minimal existing protections for workers are often blatantly ignored.
Crowds gather in Istanbul for massive pro-Erdogan rally
The Turkish president has called on participants to bring the national flag to show support for a “single motherland.” The rally is expected to cap nightly pro-democracy demonstrations in the wake of a failed coup.
Saudi Arabia to aid German investigators over attacks: report
A German news report says Saudi authorities have offered to help investigate two Islamist attacks in July. It said this comes after both attackers were found to have had contact with possible IS backers in the kingdom.
US-backed Syrian forces seize ‘Islamic State’ stronghold Manbij
The Syrian Democratic Forces have cleared 90 percent of the strategic city of “Islamic State” militants. Manjib had been “a citadel of foreign terrorists,” said a spokesman for the US-led coalition against the group.
The rise of political bots on social media
Automated social media accounts – bots – have become part of our political communication. Bot armies can influence online discourse and pick fights with users. But are all bots bad? Thomas Baerthlein reports from London.
Emirates plane catches fire upon landing at Dubai airport
An Emirates plane has been “involved in an accident upon landing” at Dubai’s main airport, officials reported. The Dubai media office has confirmed that all 300 passengers and crew have been safely evacuated
Cambridge University’s lack of cooperation is ‘inexplicable’: Italian PM
Renzi requested that May use her authority to ask university faculty to assist Italian judicial authorities
Deceased Egyptian prisoner requested cremation: German authorities
Al-Naggar wrote a letter in prison demanding that neither the Egyptian authorities nor his family be contacted in the case of an emergency or his death
US launches first airstrikes against ‘IS’ in Libya
US warplanes have carried out airstrikes against “Islamic State” (“IS”) in Libya after a request for help from the country’s unity government. The aim is to boost government troops in the fight to take the town of Sirte
In Cartoon: Amid fears of violence, the right wing makes headway in Europe
Italian TV statements over Regeni are unofficial: Foreign Affairs Ministry
Private Italian channel says late student was followed by police before murder