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Iran war expands press crackdown, leaving information vacuum

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For many journalists in Iran, the truth is increasingly being treated as a security threat. Authorities are tightening an already repressive reporting environment, where information is strictly controlled.

Iran in an information vacuum as war expands press crackdown

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For many journalists in Iran, the truth increasingly treated as a security threat as authorities tighten an already repressive reporting environment where infromation is strictly controlled.

Hungary: What will become of Orban and his system?

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Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his Fidesz party are still reeling from their election defeat earlier this month. There is much speculation about what their political future looks like.

First direct US-Venezuela flight in 7 years lands in Caracas

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The direct flight comes a month after the US formally reopened its embassy in Caracas following the kidnapping of President Nicolas Maduro in January.

US prosecutors release new footage of Trump shooting suspect

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The Justice Department has released unseen footage in an attempt to show that the secret service agent injured in the attack was not shot by friendly fire.

Kosovo to hold snap elections in June

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Kosovo will soon hold its third parliamentary election in a year and a half. Prime Minister Albin Kurti was able to form a government in February, but now there's a political deadlock over who shoud be elected president.

How Serbia's government dominates the country's media

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Since Serbia's ruling SNS party came to power, it has tightened its grip on the media. With an election expected soon, experts fear that authorities will try to eliminate the last pockets of independent reporting.

UAE oil exit from OPEC signals focus on domestic priorities

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Abu Dhabi's exit from OPEC signals a geopolitical shift and a pointed message to Saudi Arabia. What are the ripple effects on ties with Riyadh, the US, and Israel in the short and long term?

Hong Kong pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai honored by DW

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Before being imprisoned for 20 years, Jimmy Lai founded Hong Kong's largest pro-democracy newspaper. His son said the award shows that those who fight for the freedom of others "are never alone."

Women journalists in Ghana encounter – and overcome – gender barriers

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In Ghana, DW Akademie works with women journalists as they try to advance in their careers despite gender barriers.

Ecuador starts fracking in Amazon rainforest

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Ecuador is pushing to increase its production of crude oil but faces a backlash from environmentalists and Indigenous groups.

Trump threatens US troop cuts in Germany

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Donald Trump says the US is considering a "possible reduction" of its forces in Germany just days after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the US was being 'humilitated' by Iran's leadership.

King Charles commemorates 9/11 victims in New York visit

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The royal couple laid a bouquet at the September 11 Memorial and met with victim's families.

What are the sticking points for the EU's new budget?

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The battle over the next long-term EU budget has begun. The EU's institutions have staked out their positions and are seeking significantly more funding, but it is the 27 member states that will ultimately decide.

Teenage bullying increases in Ukrainian schools

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The number of teenage victims of bullying is rising in Ukrainian schools. Experts attribute this to war trauma and chronic stress among teenagers.

UK: London stabbing being treated as 'terrorist incident'

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UK police have declared the stabbing of two men in a traditionally Jewish area of London as a "terrorist incident." The victims are in a stable condition. Prime Minister Starmer called the incident "deeply concerning."

Russia to hold Victory Day parade without weaponry display

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The scaled back parade comes amid increasing Ukrainian attacks deep into mainland Russia, including the capital Moscow. The last time a Victory day parade was held without weaponry display was in 2007.

Why Ghana walked away from a US health deal

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Talks between Ghana and the US over a bilateral healthcare deal have stalled, after Accra voiced concerns regarding sensitive data sharing. Several African countries have pushed back on the deals, while some have signed.

'Only yes means yes' rape definition backed by EU lawmakers

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The European Parliament voted for a consent-based definition of rape. But what constitutes rape under criminal law still varies significantly across the bloc.

EU lawmakers vote for 'only yes means yes' rape definition

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The European Parliament has backed a consent-based definition of rape. But what constitutes rape under criminal law still varies significantly across the bloc.

Iran war squeezes India's pharma supply chain

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Supply chain disruptions, higher energy and freight prices, and reliance on Chinese APIs are squeezing margins, raising the risk of higher drug prices and potential shortages.

Afghanistan: Shiite and other minorities living in fear

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An attack on a Shiite place of worship in Herat killed least 11 people. While the Taliban have pledged protection, a sense of structural vulnerability is growing within the Shiite community.

Hungary inspires Israeli opposition bid to defeat Netanyahu

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Taking a cue from the ousting of Hungary's long-time leader, Viktor Orban, two Israeli opposition figures have joined forces to try to unseat Prime Minister Netanyahu.

UK: 2 people stabbed in north London, suspect arrested

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British police arrested a man after two people were stabbed in Golders Green, an area of north London with a large Jewish population. A Jewish community security organization said the wounded people were being treated.

Why UAE's OPEC exit is a blow to Saudi Arabia

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The United Arab Emirates is leaving OPEC to pump more oil on its own terms. The break strips Saudi Arabia of a key partner and adds to growing uncertainty over the cartel’s future.