Europe

Deutsche Welle

December 14, 2025

Russia Brands Deutsche Welle 'Undesirable' in Media Crackdown

Moscow escalates its suppression of independent journalism by designating German broadcaster Deutsche Welle as an 'undesirable organization,' further restricting press freedom.

#Russia #press-freedom #Deutsche-Welle

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The Guardian

December 14, 2025

Daily Mail Owner Secures £500M Telegraph Deal, Reshaping UK Media

Lord Rothermere's DMGT secures financing for Telegraph acquisition, pending regulatory approval. Deal consolidates conservative media influence in Britain's political landscape.

#UK media #newspaper consolidation #media regulation

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Deutsche Welle

December 14, 2025

Germany's Housing Market Faces Widespread Racism Crisis Study Reveals

New research exposes systematic discrimination against Black and Muslim residents in Germany's real estate sector. Foreign names trigger fewer apartment viewing opportunities, highlighting deep-rooted prejudice.

#Germany #housing discrimination #racism

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Al Jazeera

December 14, 2025

Raphinha's Double Powers Barcelona to Commanding La Liga Lead

Brazilian winger Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona defeated Osasuna, extending their La Liga advantage to seven points over rivals Real Madrid in a crucial victory.

#La Liga #Barcelona #Real Madrid

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BBC

December 14, 2025

Belarus Releases 123 Political Prisoners in US Sanctions Deal

Belarus freed 123 political prisoners, including opposition leader Maria Kolesnikova, in exchange for US sanctions relief, marking a significant diplomatic breakthrough.

#Belarus #political-prisoners #US-sanctions

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France 24

December 14, 2025

French Farmers Revolt Against Cattle Culling Amid Disease Crisis

French agricultural unions clash with authorities over mass culling of cattle infected with lumpy skin disease, demanding vaccination over slaughter.

#France #agriculture #European Union

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Deutsche Welle

December 14, 2025

Trump's Strategy to Fracture EU Through Italy, Austria, Poland

Leaked US National Security Strategy draft reveals plans to influence four European nations to weaken EU unity. The document targets Italy, Austria, Poland, and Hungary as key leverage points.

#European Union #Trump strategy #geopolitics

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The Guardian

December 14, 2025

UK Creates Specialized Police Units to Combat Violence Against Women

Britain announces comprehensive strategy requiring all police forces to establish dedicated units tackling rape and sexual offenses by 2029, marking significant policy shift.

#UK politics #law enforcement #gender violence

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Al Jazeera

December 14, 2025

Russia-Ukraine War Reaches Day 1,389: Key Developments Today

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict enters its 1,389th day, significant military and diplomatic developments continue to shape the ongoing war.

#Russia-Ukraine #geopolitics #European-security

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Deutsche Welle

December 14, 2025

Bulgaria's Gen Z Uprising: Youth Revolt Against Corruption Shakes EU

Bulgarian Gen Z has mobilized in unprecedented numbers since December 1, demanding government accountability and budget transparency in massive anti-corruption demonstrations.

#Bulgaria #GenZ protests #EU politics

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BBC

December 14, 2025

Young Germans Resist New Military Service Plans Amid Ukraine Crisis

German youth launch protests against government plans for voluntary military service expansion following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

#Germany #military-service #Ukraine-war

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France 24

December 14, 2025

US Brokers Major Prisoner Exchange Between Ukraine and Belarus

Ukraine receives 114 prisoners from Belarus in US-mediated deal as Trump's envoy prepares for Berlin peace talks with European leaders.

#Ukraine #Belarus #prisoner-exchange

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