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2/22/2025, 8:44:10 PM

The Vatican said in a statement that the pope was “not out of danger.” Pope Francis’ most recent health crisis began a week ago when he was taken to a hospital in Rome with pneumonia and a complex lung infection. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ms9cpre6

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2/23/2025, 7:11:40 AM

*German election: Polls open in pivotal vote* Polling stations have opened across Germany in key elections that are predicted to see a shift to the right. More than 59 million people in Europe's biggest economy are eligible to cast ballots. Follow DW's live coverage: https://tinyurl.com/4wyrmbd3

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2/22/2025, 12:25:48 PM

*Middle East: Hamas releases 5 Israeli hostages from Gaza* Five Israeli hostages have arrived back in Israel after being freed by Palestinian militant group Hamas. Hundreds of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv to watch their release broadcast live on a big screen. Follow DW's updates for the latest: https://tinyurl.com/5e7kd7et

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2/22/2025, 2:36:28 AM

The US Defense Department, also known as the Pentagon, said that it will slash its civilian workforce by at least 5% beginning next week.     US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has said cuts are necessary to "find redundancies" and to get rid of the "last vestiges" of former US President Joe Biden's influence on the department, such as efforts related to diversity, equity and inclusion and climate change.    Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/zxhbym6b

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2/23/2025, 3:22:36 PM

*German election: Voters turn out to decide next government* People are voting at a time when several regions in Germany are gearing up for carnival. So, are people allowed to vote in costumes? And what happens if they've had a beer? Follow DW for live updates: https://tinyurl.com/4wyrmbd3

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2/23/2025, 10:56:50 AM

*Germany's lead candidates cast their ballots* Chancellor Olaf Scholz has voted in the federal election, as his main rival Friedrich Merz. The two are vying to lead Germany's next government, but coalition talks could prove tricky. Follow DW for live updates: https://tinyurl.com/4wyrmbd3

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2/22/2025, 8:25:27 AM

*DR Congo: UN Security Council calls on Rwandan troops to leave* In a unanimous resolution, the UN Security Council condemned the M23 advances with the support of the Rwanda Defense Forces. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has also called for a ceasefire in the region. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/39u9sdeu