UK: Man charged over suspected role in Rwanda genocide
The suspect has been accused of directing and inciting acts of murder and genocide carried out by others in Rwanda.
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US-China rivalry is reshaping global trade — and Europe is caught in the middle.
China’s Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing’s export machine.
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US news outlets sue Trump over White House ban
CNN, MS NOW, and Politico say the ban against them threatens press freedom and the right to independent journalism.
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Why gender-based violence persists in Southern Africa
A series of killings in South Africa has renewed scrutiny of efforts to combat violence against women. Activists say laws alone are not enough without effective implementation.
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Nuclear power is back on Southeast Asia’s energy agenda
Rising electricity demand, shocks in energy security and climate commitments are reviving long-stalled plans for nuclear power across Southeast Asia. But proponents of nuclear energy still face formidable obstacles.
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India’s road rage: When cars become weapons
Road disputes are turning violent across India, raising questions about status and impunity behind the wheel for drivers of expensive cars.
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Russia: Putin party retains majority in controlled parliamentary vote
Vladimir Putin’s United Russia won just under 58% of the vote, the electoral commission said. Meanwhile, Putin ally Ramzan Kadyrov won nearly 100% of the vote in elections in the Russian republic of Chechnya.
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Germany news: Trial starts of ex-Transport Minister Scheuer
Former Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer is being tried for perjury related to a failed car toll scheme. And cherry farmers have brought in a bumper harvest. DW has more.
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Taliban says three killed in new Pakistan airstrikes on Afghanistan
The Afghan border provinces of Kunar and Paktika were reportedly struck. Pakistan last carried out deadly strikes on Afghanistan in June.
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US proposes AI safety mechanism in talks with China
US Treasury chief Scott Bessent said there had been “successful” talks with China on trade and AI. The talks come amid growing fears that AI could pose an existential threat to humanity.