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Deutsche Welle

December 17, 2025

Australia Tightens Gun Laws Further: Global Firearms Policies Divide

Australia prepares to strengthen already strict gun ownership laws, highlighting stark contrasts in global firearms policies amid rising security concerns.

#gun-control #australia-politics #international-security

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The New York Times

December 17, 2025

Europe Seeks Greater Role in Ukraine's Future Amid U.S. Negotiations

European nations push for leadership in Ukraine support as they face exclusion from U.S.-led peace talks. A crucial week ahead for ambitious EU funding plans.

#Ukraine #European Union #geopolitics

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Deutsche Welle

December 17, 2025

Moldova's Energy Crisis: How Russian Strikes on Ukraine Threaten

Russian attacks on Ukraine's power grid have plunged Moldova into darkness, exposing the country's dangerous energy dependence and highlighting urgent security vulnerabilities.

#Moldova #Ukraine #Russia

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Deutsche Welle

December 16, 2025

Germany's Auto Heartlands Face Economic Meltdown as Car Crisis Deepens

Germany's wealthiest automotive regions are experiencing unprecedented financial strain as the car industry crisis threatens economic stability and residents' livelihoods.

#Germany #automotive-industry #economic-crisis

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France 24

December 16, 2025

Chile Elects First Far-Right Leader Since Pinochet Era

Jose Antonio Kast's victory marks a dramatic political shift in Chile, bringing arch-conservative ideology back to power after three decades of democratic governance.

#Chile #far-right #Latin America

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The Guardian

December 16, 2025

Trump's Venezuela Military Buildup Echoes Failed Historical Interventions

Trump deploys massive Caribbean naval force near Venezuela, sparking fears of military confrontation and repeating past US intervention mistakes in Latin America.

#Venezuela #Trump #military intervention

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Deutsche Welle

December 16, 2025

EU Advances Ukraine Membership Despite Hungarian Opposition

European Union moves forward with Ukraine's membership process while Hungary maintains veto position. Member states retain final decision rights as Ukraine prepares for necessary reforms.

#European Union #Ukraine #Hungary

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Deutsche Welle

December 16, 2025

Africa's Coup Crisis: Breaking the Cycle of Military Takeovers

A new wave of military coups sweeps across Africa in 2025, with Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau joining the growing list of nations under military rule.

#Africa #military-coups #democracy

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France 24

December 15, 2025

Australia Confronts Terror Aftermath as Bondi Attack Sparks Global Concern

Australia grapples with the deadliest shooting in decades following an antisemitic terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach. The incident has triggered worldwide reactions and significant political implications.

#Australia #terrorism #antisemitism

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BBC

December 15, 2025

West Bank Settler Violence Reaches Record High, Divides Israel

UN reports over 260 settler attacks in October injured Palestinians and damaged property, exposing deepening rifts within Israeli society over West Bank policies.

#West Bank #Israel Palestine #settler violence

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The Guardian

December 15, 2025

Australia Faces Climate Crisis as Extreme Heat Fuels Bushfire Emergency

Western Australia battles devastating bushfires amid soaring temperatures above 40°C. Bureau of Meteorology issues severe heatwave warnings as climate crisis intensifies.

#climate-change #australia #bushfires

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Deutsche Welle

December 15, 2025

Morocco Flash Floods Kill 37 as Climate Crisis Hits North Africa

Deadly flash floods in Morocco's Safi region claim 37 lives amid sudden heavy rainfall, highlighting North Africa's growing vulnerability to extreme weather events.

#Morocco #climate-change #North-Africa

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