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German state owned broadcaster

Deutsche Welle, commonly shortened to DW, is a German public, state-owned international broadcaster funded by the German federal tax budget. The service is available in 32 languages. DW's satellite television service consists of channels in German, English, Spanish, Hindi, Persian, and Arabic. The work of DW is regulated by the Deutsche Welle Act, stating that content is intended to be independent of government influence. DW is a member of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU).

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Unexplained Drone Flights Over German Military and Industrial Sites Raise Security Concerns

Unidentified drones have repeatedly flown over German industrial and military sites since August, raising concerns about national security and potential Russian involvement; authorities have yet to identify the perpetrators or origins of the drones, despite employing anti-drone technologies.

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Georgia's Contested Presidential Election Amidst Political Crisis

Georgia's December 14 presidential election is overshadowed by mass protests, an opposition boycott, and allegations of electoral fraud in the October parliamentary elections, leading to a deeply contested and potentially illegitimate outcome.

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Death Threat Against German Historian Exposes Rising Attacks on Scientists

German historian Jan Klas Berends received a death threat for his criticism of reduced aid to Ukraine, highlighting a concerning trend of attacks against German scientists, especially those researching politically sensitive topics, with 45% reporting such incidents in a recent study.

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German Civil Society Demands AfD Ban

More than fifty German civil society organizations demand the Bundestag initiate a ban of the Alternative for Germany (AfD), a major party whose potential ban is subject to the Federal Constitutional Court's review based on whether the party acts against the principles of the free democratic order.

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Israel Strikes Syrian Military Sites Amidst Heightened Activity at Russian Airbase

On the night of December 8-9, 2023, Israeli warplanes launched approximately 40 airstrikes on military targets around Damascus, Syria, destroying various military facilities and a research center, following the reported fall of the Assad regime on December 8th, and amid heightened activity at Russia...

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Turkey Reopens Embassy in Damascus Amidst Syrian Conflict De-escalation

Turkey reopened its embassy in Damascus this weekend, with Ambassador Burhan Köroğlu leading the delegation; this follows diplomatic efforts by Turkey to prevent military escalation in Syria and includes a recent meeting between Turkey's MIT chief and HTS leader Abu Muhammad al-Julani.

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Schengen at 40: Border Controls Threaten Free Movement

Increased internal border controls in the Schengen Area due to high immigration numbers threaten the 40th-anniversary celebration in June 2025, highlighting the tension between free movement and security.

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Crack Cocaine Crisis in Germany: 610 Deaths in 2023

Crack cocaine use is dramatically increasing in Germany, causing 610 deaths in 2023, nearing heroin's death toll (712), due to increased cocaine production and distribution, and the lack of effective treatment.

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WHO Report: One in Five Under 50 Have Genital Herpes, Highlighting Urgent Need for Vaccine

A new WHO report reveals that one in five people under 50 globally have genital herpes, with HSV-2 being the primary cause, resulting in a significant global economic burden of $35 billion annually and highlighting the urgent need for a vaccine.

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Iran Increases Uranium Enrichment, Leading to More IAEA Inspections

Iran confirmed on December 14, 2024, an increase in IAEA inspections of its nuclear facilities following its acceleration of uranium enrichment to 60%, near weapons-grade levels; this follows the activation of new centrifuges at the Fordo facility, significantly increasing production.

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Turkey and EU Seek Exemptions from US Sanctions on Gazprombank

Turkey is urging the US to exempt it from sanctions against Gazprombank, highlighting the impact on its gas supply; the EU also seeks clarification on the implications for its gas imports.

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South Korean Parliament Removes President Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korea's parliament voted 204-85 to remove President Yoon Suk Yeol from office on Saturday due to his failed attempt to declare martial law on December 3rd; Prime Minister Han Duck-soo is now acting president, while the Constitutional Court has 180 days to decide Yoon's fate.

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