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Germany a step closer to ending political deadlock

In Germany, Social Democrats U-turn and vote to open coalition talks with Angela Merkel.

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After 'end of beginning' for Brexit talks, now the hard part

Brussels warns that EU-UK trade talks in the future will be even harder.

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May: 'new sense of optimism in EU talks'

A new sense of optimism, but the PM insists the UK will not pay if there is no trade deal.

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Investors Turn Against 'Humanity's Doom' Fossil Fuels

Multinationals and World Bank announce fossil fuel divestment at Paris climate conference.

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The government loses a key Brexit vote

11 Conservatives rebel, as MPs back changes to the EU Withdrawal Bill.

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EU summit split over migrant policy

European Council president suggests policy on relocating migrants has been 'ineffective'.

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Australia responds to landmark child sex abuse inquiry

Archbishop Denis Hart rejects the call for priests to end the secrecy of confession.

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African National Congress picks new leader

Cyril Ramaphosa becomes the new leader of the ANC, but can he bring radical change?

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US Congress approves major overhaul of tax system

Significant cuts in corporation tax - first major legislative victory for President Trump.

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Damian Green sacked after pornography allegations

Damian Green, one of Theresa May's closest allies, has been sacked from the cabinet.

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UN votes against US decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital

President Trump threatens to cut off aid to countries supporting the motion.

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US life expectancy drops for second consecutive year

US life expectancy drops, experts point to the opioid crisis as a major factor.

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Former president of Peru asks the people of his country to forgive him

Protests after Alberto Fujimori is pardoned for corruption and human rights abuses.

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Critically ill children moved out of rebel-held suburb near Damascus

UN humanitarian coordinator for Syria says people are being used as 'bargaining chips'.

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Russia in 2018

How will hosting the World Cup and the presidential elections shape Russia in 2018?

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Iran Protests

Anti-government protests sweep across Iran, a European view on Brexit and new year honours

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Police officer shot dead in Iran during anti-government rally

Protests continue across Iran after a police officer is shot dead during a rally.

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US plans emergency Security Council session to debate Iran unrest

UN Ambassador Haley says Washington wants to amplify the voices of protesters.

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Trump: " When Bannon lost his job, he lost his mind"

President turns on Steve Bannon after ex-adviser accuses president's son of 'treason'.

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US Cuts Aid to Pakistan

Washington suspends most if its security assistance to Pakistan over terror networks.

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Explosive Trump book goes on sale

As Wolff defends Fire and Fury, will it make any difference to Trump's presidency?

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Theresa May reshuffles her Cabinet

Justine Greening resigns and Damian Hinds becomes education secretary.

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Koreas agree talks to defuse tension

Is this a chance to engage with Pyongyang? Or should the US consider its military options?

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Syrian army offensive displaces thousands

Fierce fighting in Syria's Idlib province causes a humanitarian crisis.

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European foreign ministers urge US to stick with 2015 Iran nuclear deal

Treasury secretary suggests Washington likely to impose new sanctions against Tehran.

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Trump 'shithole' insult condemned around the world

Amongst others, the UN, Vatican and African Union criticise the US President.

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Carillion collapse

Ministers say taxpayers won't bail out the collapsed company Carillion.

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Business secretary orders fast-track inquiry into collapsed construction giant Carillion

Growing fears for many small businesses which had contracts with Carillion.

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Carillion - Is the System Broken?

Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May clash over the government's handling of the crisis.

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'Don't invade Syria' US warns Turkey

Turkish forces gather on the Syrian border in a threat to attack Kurdish militia.

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