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David Ehl

Deutsche Welle

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Migrants in Mexico await next phase of Trump's border plan

Upon taking office, US President Donald Trump issued executive orders affecting migrants on the US border. Now, 1,500 soldiers are being deployed...

26.01.2025 10

Deutsche Welle

David Ehl

With 'ungrateful' swipe, Macron further alienates Africa

France's reputation in its former African colonies has been tainted for a while. A recent speech by President Emmanuel Macron might deepen the divide.

12.01.2025 40

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David Ehl

Why Greenland? Trump eyes control of world's biggest island

European leaders were taken aback by US President-elect Donald Trump's renewed interest in control of Greenland. But what is it about the largely...

09.01.2025 20

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David Ehl

Austria: Herbert Kickl's rise to 'People's Chancellor'

Following failed coalition negotiations in Austria, a path to power is now opening up for the right-wing Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl. The...

09.01.2025 10

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David Ehl

South Africa chairs G20: Ambitious plans, geopolitical woes

The first-ever African presidency of the G20 group will revolve around climate justice, state debt and minerals. But with international divisions,...

30.12.2024 3

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David Ehl

Is Israel's diplomatic isolation in Europe growing?

After criticism from Ireland, Israel has closed its embassy in Dublin for the time being. It may be a sign that Israel's influence in Europe is...

19.12.2024 10

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David Ehl

Is Italy's model for offshoring migrants doomed to fail?

Italy's right-wing government has once again failed to outsource the processing of asylum applications to non-EU countries. The costly project has...

15.11.2024 7

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David Ehl

How far can Trump go, and who will be there to stop him?

Republicans, who have far-reaching plans, will likely run the White House and both chambers of Congress. The question is how drastically they can...

09.11.2024 6

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David Ehl

How the Russian Wagner Group is entrenching itself in Africa

The Wagner Group, a Russian paramilitary, has gained a foothold in many sectors across Africa, helping the continent strengthen ties with Russia....

28.10.2024 10

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David Ehl

The Russian Wagner Group: A powerful actor in Africa

The Russian paramilitary Wagner Group has gained a foothold in many sectors across Africa, helping the continent strengthen ties with Russia. Now,...

27.10.2024 20

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David Ehl

US Senate election: Why it matters for the presidency

Many seats in US Congress are up for election on the same day voters pick a new president. The outcome of the congressional elections can have a...

26.10.2024 2

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David Ehl

How North Korea is changing Russia's war in Ukraine

Signs are mounting that North Korean soldiers are fighting on Russia's side in Ukraine. Kyiv is already talking about a new war party. In what ways...

24.10.2024 2

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David Ehl

Trump or Harris — fate of Middle East hangs in the balance

Beyond US shores, November's presidential election will also determine the fate of the Middle East. Donald Trump says he's "the most pro-Israel...

16.10.2024 4

Deutsche Welle

David Ehl