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India news: India-US near trade deal in Washington

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Weekly protests sweep Israel, most Jewish Israelis back the wars. Two soldiers' mothers reflect opposing views.

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The German refugees who found shelter in Yugoslavia

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In Lebanon, a fragile Israel‑Hezbollah ceasefire holds despite sporadic clashes. But a new border line raises fears.

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A French UN peacekeeper has been killed in Lebanon. DW looks at UNIFIL's role, mandate and growing criticism.

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Germany news: Timmy the stranded whale back on the move

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When the bluebells bloom, shady garden areas and woodlands are transformed into luminous carpets of flowers.

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