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Mercosur: How the EU Commission wants to dispel criticism

Following the conclusion of negotiations on the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, the European Commission is attempting to dispel key points of criticism. Its message: climate, environment and European farmers are sufficiently protected by the deal.

By Till Hoppe

After the fall of Assad: Turkey and Qatar get into position

The fall of Assad leaves Turkey and Qatar as the winners of the turning point in Syria. International diplomacy is pushing for a return to UN Resolution 2254, which provides for a national dialog as the basis for a peaceful transition of power.

By Markus Bickel