Global Issues

Deutsche Welle

November 28, 2025

Israeli Forces Kill Two Palestinians in Disputed West Bank Incident

Israeli military and police review controversial shooting in occupied West Bank. Palestinian Authority condemns incident as war crime, escalating regional tensions.

#Israel #Palestine #West Bank

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The New York Times

November 28, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates Sri Lanka: 56 Dead as Storm Heads to India

Cyclone Ditwah has killed 56 people in Sri Lanka with heavy rainfall forecast across the island nation as the storm moves northwest toward India.

#Sri Lanka #Cyclone Ditwah #South Asia

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Deutsche Welle

November 28, 2025

German Government Faces Parliamentary Crisis Over Budget Policies

Germany's ruling coalition confronts intense scrutiny as parliament debates controversial budget measures and pension reforms that threaten political stability.

#Germany #European-Union #Budget-Crisis

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France 24

November 28, 2025

ICE Arrests Mother of White House Press Secretary's Nephew

Brazilian-born Bruna Ferreira was detained by ICE while picking up her child, creating controversy around White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's family.

#immigration #ICE #White House

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Deutsche Welle

November 28, 2025

Hong Kong Fire Tragedy: 94 Dead, Arrests Made in Deadly Blaze

A devastating fire in Hong Kong claims 94 lives with scores still missing. Three arrested on manslaughter charges as authorities continue rescue operations.

#Hong Kong #fire tragedy #public safety

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BBC

November 28, 2025

Valencia Leader's Missing Hour Sparks Political Crisis in Spain

Former Valencia regional leader Carlos Mazón faces mounting pressure over unexplained absence during critical flood response hours.

#Spain #Valencia #flood-disaster

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The New York Times

November 28, 2025

South Africa's Crime Crisis: Reality vs Political Rhetoric Analysis

Official police data challenges claims of targeted genocide while revealing South Africa's broader security challenges affecting all communities nationwide.

#South Africa #crime statistics #community policing

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BBC

November 27, 2025

US Halts Afghan Immigration After National Guard Base Shooting

The United States has suspended immigration applications for Afghan nationals following a shooting incident at a National Guard facility involving an Afghan gunman who entered the country in 2021.

#afghanistan #immigration #national-security

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The Guardian

November 27, 2025

Academic Freedom Controversy: Professor Claims University Immunity

Anti-abortion activist Joanna Howe alleges University of Adelaide granted her immunity from pro-choice complaints, raising questions about academic freedom.

#academic-freedom #australia-politics #reproductive-rights

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Deutsche Welle

November 27, 2025

EU Launches Strategic Push to Counter China's Influence in Africa

European leaders meet in Angola to discuss raw materials and security partnerships, aiming to challenge China's growing dominance across the African continent through the Global Gateway initiative.

#EU-Africa #China-Africa #geopolitics

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Al Jazeera

November 27, 2025

Egypt's Parliamentary Elections: Democratic Theater or Power Grab?

Egypt's upcoming parliamentary elections appear carefully orchestrated to ensure President el-Sisi's continued dominance, raising questions about genuine democratic processes.

#Egypt #el-Sisi #Middle-East

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The New York Times

November 27, 2025

Sarkozy Loses Corruption Appeal in Historic French Legal Ruling

France's highest court upholds corruption conviction against former President Nicolas Sarkozy, marking unprecedented legal action against a French ex-leader.

#Nicolas Sarkozy #French politics #corruption

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