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BBC

December 19, 2025

Eurovision Boycott: Four Nations Withdraw Over Israel Participation

Ireland, Spain, Netherlands, and Slovenia announce Eurovision boycott following EBU's decision to allow Israel's participation amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

#Eurovision #boycott #Israel

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The Guardian

December 15, 2025

Germany Abandons Afghan Allies: 640 Promised Sanctuary Denied

Germany's new conservative government under Friedrich Merz breaks predecessor's promise, leaving 640 Afghans in Pakistan without sanctuary despite military service.

#Germany #Afghanistan #migration

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The New York Times

December 12, 2025

Trump's Strategy Echoes Far-Right, But European Hardliners Remain Cold

Despite Trump's national security rhetoric mirroring European far-right messaging, transatlantic hardliner movements show unexpected disconnect and mutual skepticism.

#Trump #European-politics #far-right

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BBC

December 12, 2025

Austria Extends Headscarf Ban to Under-14s Despite Court Setback

Austria implements new headscarf restrictions for students under 14 after previous ban was overturned. The move reignites debates over religious freedom and discrimination.

#Austria #religious-freedom #European-politics

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BBC

December 10, 2025

Louvre Museum Faces Infrastructure Crisis After Water Damage

Water leak damages hundreds of books in Louvre's Egyptian department, raising concerns about France's cultural heritage protection amid recent security failures.

#France #cultural-diplomacy #heritage-protection

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Deutsche Welle

November 30, 2025

Germany's AfD Launches New Youth Wing Despite Extremist Concerns

Germany's far-right AfD party establishes new youth organization after predecessor was classified as extremist by security services.

#Germany #far-right #AfD

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Deutsche Welle

November 29, 2025

AfD Launches New Youth Wing Amid Extremism Concerns in Germany

Germany's far-right AfD party establishes new youth organization despite predecessor's extremist classification. Security experts warn of continued radicalization risks.

#AfD #Germany #far-right

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Deutsche Welle

November 29, 2025

German Police Conduct Nationwide Raids After School Bomb Threats

German authorities launched coordinated raids across the country following multiple bomb threats targeting schools and public facilities, highlighting growing security concerns.

#Germany #security #bomb-threats

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Deutsche Welle

November 25, 2025

Italy Mourns Musical Icon Ornella Vanoni's Death at 91

Ornella Vanoni, Italy's legendary singer who shaped the nation's musical identity for seven decades, has died at 91, prompting tributes from Prime Minister Meloni.

#Italy #cultural-diplomacy #European-politics

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Deutsche Welle

November 20, 2025

German Government Crisis Looms Over Pension Reform Rebellion

Young conservative politicians are challenging Chancellor Merz's pension reforms, threatening government stability as Germany grapples with demographic crisis.

#Germany #pension-reform #European-politics

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