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The battle of the Brexiteers
With just a couple weeks to go until the EU referendum, Britain’s Leave campaign is dominated by in-fighting. Samira Shackle reports from London.
Hilary Clinton announces she has garnered enough delegates to be the Democratic nominee
Bernie Sanders says he will not give up and tells his supporters in California that he still has hope for next Tuesday’s primary in the District of Columbia
‘Islamic State’ retreats from northern Aleppo amid rebel offensives
Syrian rebels have pushed back “Islamic State” militants from northern Aleppo, lifting a month-long siege of the town of Marea. A monitoring group says the retreat is a sign that IS is under pressure.
Obama welcomes India’s efforts towards nuclear deal during Modi’s White House visit
During talks with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, US President Barack Obama has praised India’s work on its nuclear reactors. Activists meanwhile called on Obama to address human trafficking in India.
Social media trolls in Turkey attack German parliamentarians over Armenia resolution
Death threats against German parliamentarians on social media in Turkey are raising concerns. Experts looking at threats and hate speech in Turkey, say this mob mentality is part of the dominant political culture.
Uganda’s new cabinet: old hands and family ties
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has named his new cabinet. While many positions remain the same, there has been some grumbling over his wife’s new appointment as sports and education minister.
Bangladeshi Hindus seeking safety in India
The number of Hindus living in Bangladesh continues to shrink as many of them leave to seek refuge in neighboring India. Experts blame it on religious persecution and systematic oppression against the minority community.
Merkel tops Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women list for eleventh time
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has held on to the top spot of the Forbes list of the 100 Most Powerful Women for the sixth consecutive time. It was a record year for China, which saw nine women make the top 100.
Kenya: Protester killed in anti-government rally
One man was killed and six others badly injured in anti-government demonstrations in Kenya. The country’s opposition has been protesting every Mondays against an alleged bias of Kenya’s electoral commission.
Sweden gets new saint after 600 years
Pope Francis canonized a Swedish woman and a Polish man in a mass at St. Peter’s Square, adding the two to the list of Catholic saints. The Swedish-born Elizabeth Hesselblad hid Jews in a convict during World War II.
South Africa’s President Zuma takes credit for keeping BBB- credit rating
President Jacob Zuma has welcomed the decision by Standard and Poor’s (S&P) to maintain South Africa’s investment rating at BBB-. However, the agency report also included a gloomy outlook.
Erdogan: Turkey will ‘never accept’ genocide charges
Turkey has threatened to stop serving as ‘a barrier’ for Europe’s problems after German lawmakers recognized the Ottoman-era massacre of Armenians as genocide. Erdogan has strongly condemned Berlin’s move.
Pro-government and rebel forces launch separate attacks on ‘IS’ in Syria
Both the Syrian army and US-backed rebels have launched fresh attacks against ‘Islamic State’ (IS) fighters. President Bashar al-Assad’s forces may have made significant gains in one of the group’s main strongholds.
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali dies
A heavyweight in and out of the ring, Ali was one of the greatest sportsmen of the 20th century
Middle East peace talks open without Israeli, Palestinian representatives
In light of the Syrian civil war and the ongoing refugee crisis, the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians has been largely pushed into the background in recent months. But the conference in Paris which opened on Friday aimed to begin a new peace initiative between the two conflict parties. Envoys from some 28 countries and …
Kaleck: Dealing with Argentina’s past is the ‘prime objective’
Human rights activist Wolfgang Kaleck tells DW prosecuting members of the military junta is imperative. He expects Germany’s Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier to broach the subject while in Argentina.
Turkish PM Binali Yildirim stresses alliance with Germany after Armenia vote
A break in Turkey’s ties with Germany is unlikely says Turkish Prime Binali Yildirim despite Berlin’s description of Ottoman World War One killings of Armenians as ‘genocide.’
Middle East peace talks open without Israeli, Palestinian representatives
Representatives from almost 30 countries and organizations are due to meet in Paris to discuss a new Arab-Israeli peace push. However, the conference has purposefully left out Israeli and Palestinian delegates.
NATO wishes no conflict with Russia, but will protect members
Ready for dialogue, but showing strength: That’s the strategy for Russia that NATO is expected to confirm at a summit in July. Germany and NATO also want to increase cooperation in fighting human traffickers. Alea iacta est. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has left no doubt about the organization’s plans to boost its presence in …
EU, US sign data deal to fight crime, terrorism
The agreement aims to protect personal data transferred across the Atlantic, following revelations of large-scale US snooping. The “Umbrella Agreement” will aid in the fight against cross-border crime and terrorism.
Turkey seeks greater role in Africa
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is on a two-nation tour of Africa as part of efforts to strengthen his country’s influence on the continent.
Iranian actress Taraneh Alidoosti courts controversy with feminist tattoo
Taraneh Alidoosti has found herself in the center of a social media controversy after cameras caught a women’s rights symbol tattooed on her arm. Feminism is seen negatively in the Islamic republic.
Thailand’s democratic future at a crossroads
The day is fast approaching when the Thai people will get to participate in a referendum on the country’s new constitution. But activists criticize the charter and fear it would cement the military’s hold on power.
Taliban storm Afghan court after suicide blast
Islamic insurgents killed several civilians and a policeman during a battle in a court building in Ghazni, eastern Afghanistan. The latest attack comes after the Taliban kidnapped dozens in Kunduz.
Niger Delta crisis escalates
Nigeria’s oil-dependent economy is under siege from militants who are targeting oil and gas installations in the Niger Delta. President Muhammadu Buhari is to make his first visit to the region this week.
UN: ‘Islamic State’ using human shields in Fallujah
The United Nations refugee agency says IS has placed residents in harm’s way to try to prevent attacks on their fighters.
Hissene Habre victims welcome ex-Chad dictator’s life sentence
Survivors and human rights groups have praised the ruling by a special court in Senegal to sentence former Chad dictator Hissene Habre to life in prison
Ten reasons why Britain won’t vote to Brexit the EU
For months, the Brits have threatened their fellow EU members with a Brexit that could destabilize the entire European Union. But guess what: That probably won’t happen.
How the Japanese view Obama’s Hiroshima visit
Barack Obama has become the first sitting US president to tour the city that was the site of the world’s first atomic bombing – an unprecedented step welcomed by the Japanese people. Julian Ryall reports from Tokyo.
Israeli environment minister resigns in protest of ‘extremist government’
Center-right politician Avi Gabbay has stepped down as environment minister, saying the governnment has swung too far to the right. His resignation comes shortly after Prime Minister Netanyahu reshuffled his cabinet.