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Agrifood sector: Not enough ambition for climate targets.

Food companies are not showing enough ambition in their climate targets. This is the result of a recent study.

By Lisa Kuner

Ammunition: UK plans six new factories.

The UK's defense minister wants to boost ammunition production. Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine shows that a military is only as strong as the industry behind it.

By Gabriel Bub

Gaza: Israel is in danger of losing its Arab allies.

Israel's government is going into confrontation with the supporters of a two-state solution called for by the United Nations. This has implications for its relationship with Arab partners.

By Markus Bickel

France: Smoking ban in public areas.

Smoking will soon be banned on the beach, in parks, at schools, bus stops and sports facilities in France. The measure aims to protect children and reduce the number of smokers in the country.

By Redaktion Table

New Trump tariffs: EU threatens countermeasures.

Donald Trump wants to double the tariffs on aluminum and steel to 50 percent. If necessary, the EU Commission wants to take countermeasures earlier than planned.

By Redaktion Table

Ukraine war: New negotiations in Turkey.

After a long break and the heaviest drone attacks since the start of the war, negotiations on peace in Ukraine are due to resume this Monday. However, disagreements remain.

By Redaktion Table

Viral paraglider video: Inconsistencies raise questions.

A Chinese paraglider has caused a worldwide sensation with his alleged ascent into a thunderstorm. However, a viral video of the incident was apparently manipulated with the help of AI – experts now doubt the sequence of events.

By Amelie Richter

Shangri-La Dialogue: Hegseth slams China – Beijing counters with harsh criticism.

At the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warned of a growing threat from China in the Indo-Pacific. China reacted with harsh criticism, accusing the USA of stoking tensions. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kallas gave her first speech referring to Asia.

By Amelie Richter

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Economic data: Situation remains tense.

The mixed picture in China's economic data reflects the tension of the trade dispute with the US. While home prices have risen slightly, industrial output remains below the critical growth threshold.

By Ning Wang