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Forest fires: European cities particularly at risk.

The extent and frequency of forest fires in Europe are increasing, according to a recent report. It warns that urban regions that have been spared so far could also be affected in the future. Politicians must now take appropriate measures.

By Anja Graßl

Air Force: China celebrates victorious fighter jet.

The Pakistani Air Force managed to shoot down Indian fighter jets manufactured in France with the help of Chinese-made fighter jets. Many in China believe that this could change the global arms market.

By Angela Köckritz

Drought: EU calls for water conservation.

Many countries in the EU are suffering from water shortages, which is why the EU Commission wants to encourage people to save water. Germany is also currently very dry. However, it is impossible to predict how rainfall will develop in the coming months.

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Poland: Run-off election will decide new president.

According to forecasts, the pro-European Rafal Trzaskowski and the national conservative Karol Nawrocki are running a close race in the presidential election in Poland. Both will have to go through to the run-off.

By Almut Siefert