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US and China should be 'partners,' Xi tells Blinken

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US and China should be 'partners,' Xi tells Blinken

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2024-04-26

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14:19

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Talks in Beijing touched on differences over China's ongoing support of Russia, pressure on Taiwan, and trade issues.

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US top diplomat Antony Blinken and Chinese President Xi Jinping struck a positive note on progress in relations, adding that difficult issues, like trade or differences over Taiwan, can be worked through.

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US’s Blinken arrives in China for tough talks

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China's foreign minister warns of potential for 'downward spiral' in relations with US

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https://www.dw.com/en/china-and-russia-agree-to-boost-ties-in-opposition-to-west/a-68773085?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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China and Russia agree to boost ties in opposition to West

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has held bilateral talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi during a visit to Beijing. They discussed their close ties and plans to boost Eurasian security.

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US-China relationship on 'more stable footing' Yellen says

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang hosted the US Treasury in Beijing, and both agreed to cooperate despite their differences.

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Xi, Biden arrive in San Francisco for APEC talks

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President Xi Jinping has arrived on his first visit to the US since 2017. The leaders of the world's two largest economies will hold one-on-one talks in San Francisco later on Wednesday.

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TikTok vows legal fight after Biden signs sell-or-ban bill

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The CEO of the popular short video app has said a newly signed US law calling for the company to find new ownership amounts to a "ban" and promised to fight the legislation in court.

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Beijing condemns US-Japan-Philippines summit, summons envoys

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China summoned Japanese and Philippines diplomats over remarks expressed during a summit of the leaders of the United States, Japan and Philippines. Beijing said it opposes countries "manipulating bloc politics."

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https://www.dw.com/en/america-s-billion-dollar-bet-on-us-chipmaking/a-68857960?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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America's billion-dollar bet on US chipmaking

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Joe Biden is desperate to bring advanced chipmaking to the country, and is willing to pay a lot for it. Using the CHIPS Act, the government is splurging billions to lure manufacturers. But can they compete with Taiwan?

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US aid for Taiwan 'will only increase tensions,' China says

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US President Joe Bidensigned off on fresh assistance for Taiwan, allowing the island to upgrade its military hardware. Taiwan's president-elect says it will "safeguard peace," but China says it raises the risk of war.

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Faced with China and US, EU warned to find competitive edge

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The EU received a stark warning about its ability to compete on the world market amid heavy state spending in the US and China. But carving out a way forward will be difficult.

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Top US, Chinese diplomats hold talks amid 'spy balloon' spat

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US Secretary of State Blinken told top Chinese diplomat Wang Yi that such an incident "must never occur again." Wang said the US used "excessive force" when shooting down the balloon.

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https://www.dw.com/en/philippines-summons-chinese-envoy-over-latest-reef-clash/a-68659287?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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Philippines summons Chinese envoy over latest reef clash

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Manila has dared Beijing to take legal action over its claims to a disputed reef in the South China Sea. China's territorial claims in the South China Sea were already dismissed by a Hague tribunal in 2016.

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China fills Russia's critical war gaps, US says

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The United States has accused China of aiding the largest Russian military expansion since the Soviet era. Chinese support has been critical in the Russian war effort in Ukraine, US officials have said.




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Ukraine updates: US to send $6 billion in war aid to Kyiv

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Ukraine updates: US to send $6 billion in war aid to Kyiv

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2024-04-26

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18:52

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News

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The tranche is part of a package approved by Congress and includes missiles for Patriot air defense systems. More on DW.

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The new $6 billion in long-term military aid to Ukraine is part of the recent package approved by Congress and includes interceptor missiles for for the Patriot air defense system. DW has more.

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US Congress recently approved $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine

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Germany's Scholz calls for more Ukraine air defense

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Germany's Scholz calls for more Ukraine air defense

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2024-04-26

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18:34

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News

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Olaf Scholz called on European allies to "look at their stocks" provide more air defense systems to Ukraine.

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called on Ukraine's European allies to "look at their stocks" and provide air defense systems to Ukraine. Germany recently announced it would send a new Patriot missile battery.

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NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz both spoke about the need for more air defense systems in Ukraine

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Germany to send new Patriot air defense system to Ukraine

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Olaf Scholz Hosts NATO Chief Stoltenberg in Berlin

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NATO: Zelenskyy needs Patriots, Stoltenberg promises them

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told NATO defense ministers his country needs air-defense batteries to fend off Russia. He said support on the issue will determine whether Ukraine and NATO are allies.

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US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate

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The US has said it secretly delivered long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine. This has drawn focus to the debate over providing Taurus cruise missiles, a move the German chancellor continues to oppose.




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Britain's King Charles to resume some public duties

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Britain's King Charles to resume some public duties

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2024-04-26

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17:21

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News

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A statement confirmed that the UK monarch will restart his public-facing duties, two months after his cancer diagnosis.

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Buckingham Palace confirmed that the UK monarch will restart his public-facing duties, nearly three months after being diagnosed with cancer.

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The King has continued to fulfill his state duties while battling cancer

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UK: King Charles III diagnosed with form of cancer

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Britain's King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and will take a break from engagements for treatment, Buckingham Palace has said. The case was noted during separate prostate surgery last month.

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Prince Harry and Meghan told to vacate UK royal property

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The couple was reportedly told they would have to give up their home in the UK on the royal family's Windsor estate.

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UK's Kate and William 'enormously touched' by support

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The British royal couple have expressed gratitude for the kind messages after revealing Catherine's cancer diagnosis. The Princess of Wales said her cancer discovery was a "huge shock."




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Which countries have banned TikTok?

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Which countries have banned TikTok?

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2024-04-26

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16:12

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World

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https://www.dw.com/en/which-countries-have-banned-tiktok/a-68930678?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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The US and the EU have restricted TikTok, but they aren't the first governments to do so.

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The United States and the European Union have restricted TikTok, but they aren't the first governments to do so. Even China itself has placed restrictions on the popular short-form video app.

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The popular video app TikTik, owned by a Chinese parent company, is facing restrictions around the world

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TikTok vows legal fight after Biden signs sell-or-ban bill

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The CEO of the popular short video app has said a newly signed US law calling for the company to find new ownership amounts to a "ban" and promised to fight the legislation in court.

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TikTok for sale: Who can buy it and how much will it cost?

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Lawmakers have mandated a sale for TikTok to keep its US operations running. DW examines the odds of a sale, who has the financial clout to buy TikTok and what hurdles come with acquiring such a social media powerhouse.

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Why the US and EU are going after TikTok

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Video-sharing platform TikTok faces a US ban unless it's sold. Meanwhile, the EU has accused the app of posing a mental health risk.

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https://www.dw.com/en/china-s-bytedance-denies-plans-to-sell-tiktok-in-us/a-68926751?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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China's ByteDance denies plans to sell TikTok in US

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Earlier reports had suggested ByteDance planned to sell the app, without its powerful algorithm. US President Biden recently signed a law that would effectively ban TikTok in the US if it is not sold.

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https://www.dw.com/en/tiktok-meets-eu-deadline-over-reward-to-watch-feature/a-68902530?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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TikTok meets EU deadline over reward-to-watch feature

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The European Commission is investigating the impact of TikTok Lite's rewards program on users' mental health.

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https://www.dw.com/en/why-us-lawmakers-want-to-ban-tiktok/a-68509051?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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Why US lawmakers want to ban TikTok

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The US House of Representatives has voted to force TikTok's Chinese owner to sell the popular video app or risk a nationwide ban. Spy chiefs warn that China is using TikTok to undermine US democracy.

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India bans TikTok, WeChat, other Chinese apps over 'security' concerns

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Indian authorities banned dozens of mostly Chinese apps, including TikTok, WeChat and UC Browser, saying they were "prejudicial" to India's defense, security and public order. The move follows a deadly border clash.

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Iran unrest: citizens rely on social media for news

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The regime's brutal treatment of protesters and lack of reliable sources make social networks an indispensable medium of passing on information from the streets.

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Pakistan: TikTok blocked over 'inappropriate content'

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It is the fourth time that the wildly popular video sharing app has been blocked in Pakistan and the third time this year. Free speech advocates are critical of growing censorship since PM Imran Khan took office in 2018.

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Senegal's new government full of fresh faces

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Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko said the government was approved by Senegal's new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who promised radical reform when he was elected a few weeks ago.

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Florida passes law restricting teen social media access

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At a time when US federal government is pushing for a ban on TikTok, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a law restricting children's access to social media. The law will come into effect on January 1, 2025.

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Australia bans TikTok on government devices

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Australia has joined a list of nations in banning China-based TikTok because of security concerns. The company expressed disappointment over the decision.

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European Commission bans TikTok from staff work devices

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The EU's executive arm has announced a similar move to one in the US, where the Chinese-owned app was banned on government devices at the state and federal levels.

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Germany's AfD on TikTok: The political battle for the youth

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More and more politicians are courting young voters on TikTok. In Germany, one party is more active than any other: the far-right Alternative for Germany. And they've already scored some success.

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TikTok censoring LGBTQ, Nazi terms in Germany: report

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The social media platform is reportedly shadowbanning posts containing certain terms. TikTok blamed algorithm flaws for the blocks.




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China's Shein fashion retailer faces stricter EU regulation

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China's Shein fashion retailer faces stricter EU regulation

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2024-04-26

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16:04

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News

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The fast-fashion online retailer is now subject to EU rules on user protection as a "very large online platform."

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The Chinese fast-fashion online retailer is now subject to EU rules as a "very large online platform," joining tech firms including Apple, Amazon and Microsoft. The rules include measures to protect online users.

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The fast-fashion online-retailer has said it has around 108 million monthly active users in the EU

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Shein: How fast fashion is killing the planet

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What impact will the EU's Digital Services Act have?

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The EU hopes to rein in big tech platforms with a digital law that seeks to ensure online safety.

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EU strikes deal to tame internet giants, Google, Facebook

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The European Union has agreed on new regulations that require social media companies and online marketplaces to remove illegal content. Advertisement targeting minors will also be banned.

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Targeting fast fashion, France aims to slow wasteful industry

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France is working on a new law to better regulate fast-fashion companies. Experts and activists welcome the measure — although some would have preferred a different method.

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Temu: Chinese ultra-cheap online shopping model losing steam

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Online shopping platform Temu has taken much of the world by storm. It has gained huge market share, but one of the major challenges is turning the hype into profits.




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UK man charged with Russia-backed arson attack in London

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UK man charged with Russia-backed arson attack in London

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2024-04-26

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17:46

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News

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The man is accused of planning an arson attack on Ukraine-linked firms in London on behalf of Russia's Wagner Group.

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A British man is accused of planning an arson attack on Ukraine-linked businesses in London on behalf of Russia's Wagner Group.

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A total of 5 people were charged with aggravated arson.

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Espionage in the EU: Is the bloc ready to ward off spies?

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After a spate of foreign influence scandals at the European Parliament and in national capitals, EU officials are scrambling to get a handle on suspected Russian and Chinese espionage ahead of the June elections.

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Is the Wagner Group a terrorist organization?

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The UK's home secretary has proposed a draft order to label the Wagner Group a terrorist organization. Other countries have so far hesitated to take this step.

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https://www.dw.com/en/ukrainian-pows-say-wagner-group-violated-war-laws/a-67223859?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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Ukrainian POWs say Wagner Group violated war laws

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A Ukrainian human rights organization has collected evidence of war crimes committed by the Russian Wagner Group. Lawyers say the mercenary commanders must be held to account.

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https://www.dw.com/en/uk-to-ban-russia-s-wagner-group-as-terrorist-organization-reports/a-66730437?maca=en-newsletter_en_Newsline-2356-html-newsletter

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UK to ban Russia's Wagner Group as 'terrorist' organization: reports

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Blacklisting the Wagner Group would put it on the terror list with al-Qaida, meaning that it would be a criminal offense to be a member of or support the mercenary outfit under UK laws.