Politics

Spain ombudsman probes town’s ban on Muslim celebrations

Jumilla has banned religious events in public sporting spaces, which is seen as a veiled attempt to prevent Muslim gatherings.…

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5 years after protests in Belarus: Have things changed?

Five years ago, mass protests rocked Belarus — but the regime clamped down hard. What’s changed since then? And could…

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Will EU-India ties survive the latest Russia sanctions?

Experts say Brussels' sanctions are largely symbolic, while the real threat to New Delhi comes from looming US tariffs. Ironically,…

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At least 10 die in northwestern China after flash floods

Several people have died and dozens are missing after heavy rains in Yuzhong County, Gansu province. Chinese President Xi Jinping…

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Bayern Munich end Rwanda sponsorship after pressure

Two days after signing a deal with UAE-owned airline Emirates, Bayern Munich has ended its commercial deal with the tourism…

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South African court orders return of Zambian leader’s body

Former Zambian president Edgar Lungu's burial has been the subject of a two-month dispute between Zambia's government and his family.

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Is Togo’s ‘constitutional coup’ a blueprint for dictators?

Togolese President Faure Gnassingbe has cemented his power by creating a new position. Political observers say Africa's other long-time rulers…

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Israel’s Gaza City takeover plan draws condemnation

Israel's decision to take over the densely populated city came despite opposition from families of the remaining hostages and has…

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Trump to host Armenia and Azerbaijan leaders

Donald Trump is set to host the leaders of long-time adversaries Armenia and Azerbaijan. Nikol Pashinyan and Ilham Aliyev will…

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German voters want Friedrich Merz to put pressure on Israel

The monthly Deutschlandtrend poll shows little voter confidence in Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Voters want more pressure on Israel, and worry…

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