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Deadly conflicts over green pastures in Nigeria
A continued strife over control of fertile lands in Nigeria has resulted to the deaths of many farmers and their livestock. Analysts say land disputes pose the greatest security risk after Boko Haram.
Hope for Labour as Sadiq Khan becomes mayor of London
Sadiq Khan, a 45-year-old Labour lawmaker, is London’s first Muslim mayor. He beat his Conservative opponent Zac Goldsmith who had run a dirty campaign against him. Samira Shackle reports from the British capital.
What does Shiite power broker al-Sadr want from Iraq?
Demonstrators have gathered in Baghdad to protest Iraq’s government every Friday for months. The Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr is using the movement to stage his political comeback, Birgit Svensson reports from Baghdad.
India’s war on tobacco and industry woes
India’s top court has ruled that tobacco companies must display larger health warnings on cigarette packs, giving a boost to the government’s latest move to reduce smoking and curb tobacco-related illnesses. DW examines.
Tunnel found, fresh Gaza clashes between Israel and Hamas
Israel and Hamas fighters have clashed in southern Gaza in the most serious incidents since a devastating war in 2014. Israel’s army has said it found another cross-border tunnel used by Palestinian militants.
Armed Conflict Survey: In 2015, Syria accounted for one-third of global conflict deaths
This year’s edition of the Armed Conflict Survey has been released. DW’s Matthias von Hein spoke with its editor about the rise of foreign fighters and how climate change could stoke conflicts around the globe.
Syrian ceasefire extended to embattled city of Aleppo
US officials have announced the extension of a truce to Syria’s war-torn northern city. Officials at the United Nations, meanwhile, have accused the Assad regime of war crimes.
End of the line for Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu?
Turkey’s ruling party is set to hold an extraordinary congress to decide the fate of Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu. The past few weeks have seen increasing speculation and tension between Davutoglu and the president.
Anti-IS coalition is half-hearted, says Mideast expert Udo Steinbach
US Defense Secretary Ash Carter and colleagues from 10 other countries have met in Stuttgart to discuss the fight against “Islamic State.” In an interview with DW, Middle East expert Udo Steinbach evaluates their work.
Ivory Coast sweetens up with first locally made chocolate
Ivory Coast is the world’s biggest cocoa producer but for a long time it couldn’t process the cocoa beans into chocolate. That is about to change now with the introduction of chocolate “Made in Ivory Coast.”
Will the Abe-Putin meeting settle their nations’ island dispute?
As part of his Europe-Russia tour, Japanese PM Shinzo Abe will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on May 6. The two are expected to address the territorial row besetting the bilateral ties. Martin Fritz reports.
Opinion: Why a Republican nominee Donald Trump is a good thing
With Ted Cruz bowing out after a blistering defeat in Indiana, Donald Trump will be the Republican Party’s presidential candidate. That’s hard to swallow, but it’s good for both democracy in the US and the GOP.
London’s mayoral election highlights dirty politics
Londoners go to the polls on Thursday to pick a successor to Boris Johnson, the current mayor. As Julia Macfarlane reports from London, the leading candidates don’t inspire much confidence among voters.
50% of citizens say they have bribed government officials: Transparency International
Bribery is particularly common in Egypt, Yemen, Morocco and Sudan with 40%-60% of bribes being paid to court officials in Egypt, says report
Israeli court sentences Jewish gang leader to life for killing Palestinian teenager
An Israeli court has given a life sentence to the leader of a Jewish gang which kidnapped, beat and burned alive a Palestinian teenager in 2014. It is unlikely to do much to ease tensions on either side of the conflict.
When citizens spy: Russia’s FindFace sparks privacy controversy
A facial recognition app has been used to maliciously unveil the identities of Russian sex workers. Digital rights experts have warned that such technologies may undermine any semblance of privacy in the near future.
Baghdad’s Shiite-Sunni politics in shambles
Iraqi Prime Minister Al-Abadi has failed to abolish sectarian and party quotas for government positions. The threat of a shutdown now looms, while “Islamic State” continues to control large parts of the country.
New NATO military chief: Thoughtful, but no pushover
Having served in Korea and Afghanistan, NATO’s new military chief Curtis Scaparrotti is well prepared for the role. He is a thoughtful person, said a former comrade, but that shouldn’t lead Russia to underestimate him.
‘Islamic State’ fighters break through Kurdish lines, kill US Navy SEAL
‘IS’ fighters have regained ground after breaking through Kurdish defenses near the city of Mosul in Iraq. An American Navy SEAL was reportedly killed in the fighting.
German ambassador: Many Afghan returnees are ‘disappointed’
Germany’s Ambassador to Afghanistan, Markus Potzel, talks to DW about the success of a campaign launched by the German government last year to raise awareness among Afghans embarking on perilous journeys to reach Europe.
Syrian refugees in Europe fear stigmatization
There is growing concern in Europe about the prospect of suspected war criminals from Syria entering the asylum system. Tom Rollins reports on the case of one man who says he’s been unfairly targeted.
Turkey, China and Eritrea consistently ranked among top press offenders
Journalists were subjected to continued violations in 2016, as governments attempt to curtail criticism
Bin Laden in the jihadist world of ‘Islamic State’
Five years after the death of bin Laden, al Qaeda is being overshadowed by IS, which is expanding not only in Afghanistan and Pakistan but also in Bangladesh. DW examines the new challenges to the group in South Asia.
Turkey raids homes after suspected ‘Islamic State’ bombing in Gazantiep
The father of a suspected “Islamic State” militant has been detained for DNA tests and questioning. Two police officers were killed and 22 people injured in a suicide attack in Gaziantep.
Barack Obama gets last laugh with US media as presidential term winds down
During his last appearance as US leader at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, Barack Obama pulled out all the comedic stops. He finished his speech with “a mic drop” and the words “Obama out.”
Egypt impugns Turkish characterization of instability
Diplomatic relations between Egypt and Turkey have been strained since the ouster of the Muslim Brotherhood regime in 2013
Al Jazeera says it has been banned from Iraq over its reporting
Iraqi officials have reportedly revoked the broadcaster’s license, marking the third time Al Jazeera has been banned in Iraq
Turkish PM vows to protect Kilis as rocket strikes increase
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu has said all measures will be taken to prevent missile fire in Kilis. The town, bordering an IS-controlled region in Syria, has repeatedly come under fire in recent weeks.
Obama says no plans for Libya intervention, vows to continue fight against IS
Tobruk fails to support Government of National Accord, but majority of MPs urge GNA to swear in members regardless
Merkel, EU officials seek to promote migrant deal on Turkey visit
Angela Merkel is visiting Turkey with top EU officials in a bid to boost support for the bloc’s controversial migrant deal with Ankara. Human rights groups say the agreement is deeply flawed and should be reassessed.