Two real estate moguls are said to be resolving the Middle East conflict. Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are traveling to Islamabad – Pakistan is becoming a surprising mediator between Washington and Tehran.
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The Integration Minister cuts the funding, two SPÖ ministers step in: The financing of the anti-racism office Zara is splitting the coalition. What begins as a budget question turns into a fundamental dispute about how to deal with discrimination in Austria.
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A king as a bridge builder between Washington and London? Donald Trump sees the upcoming visit of Charles III as an opportunity for détente, while relations with Prime Minister Starmer remain strained.
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The German ruling party CDU promised citizens relief – but instead, new burdens are coming from Berlin. A pattern that is also familiar in Vienna.
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Beijing plans to introduce its first national preschool education law and intends to reduce high healthcare costs. The People's Republic is reacting to growing public discontent with this move – a signal that has also caught the attention of Western observers.
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Things are getting heated between Merz and Klingbeil at Villa Borsig. While Germany needs a reform turbo, the black-red coalition is tearing itself apart in the back room – and Bavaria's Minister-President would rather order pizza.
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While Washington and Tehran threaten each other with blockades, Pakistan is attempting to mediate. The global economy is holding its breath – and Europe's energy supply is once again at stake.
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Donald Trump wanted to bring Iran to its knees – now he has backed down himself. The extension of the ceasefire reveals an unexpected power dynamic between Washington and Tehran.
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The war against Iran is hitting gasoline prices. Britain is providing the first official figures – and they should also alarm Vienna.
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The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is hitting Tokyo and Seoul hard. But the real nightmare isn't in the Persian Gulf – it's right on their doorstep.
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