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How Trump's outreach to Europe's far-right fits into his national security strategy Trump's national security strategy is the clearest sign yet of ideological alignment between MAGA and Europe's far-right parties. But experts say there could be more ― maybe even plans to split and weaken the EU. Ukrainian children being sent to North Korea sparks outrage A human rights campaigner calls the alleged transfer of two Ukrainian children to a North Korean camp a "war crime," accusing Moscow of exploiting minors for propaganda and alliance-building. Bulgaria protests: Why did Gen Z turn out in record numbers? Bulgaria's Gen Z has been taking to the streets in unprecedented numbers since December 1, protesting corruption and a controversial budget. Its message to the government is clear: "You angered the wrong generation." Germany eyes rare earths during FM's China visit Taiwan, trade ties and German access to critical rare earth minerals topped the agenda during German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul's first visit to China. DRC: M23 rebels advance in key eastern port Uvira Neighboring Burundi closed the border as rebels entered the city. M23 fighters in the Democratic Republic of Congo launched the latest advance amid the signing of a supposed peace accord in Washington. EU races to speed up deportations in migration crackdown Migrants could be sent to overseas ‘return hubs’ under new reforms criticized by rights watchdogs. UNESCO honors India's Diwali as Intangible Cultural Heritage Diwali, one of Hinduism's most important festivals, became the 16th Indian tradition added to UNESCO's cultural heritage list. Italian cuisine was also recognized this year. Brazil lawmakers vote to reduce Bolsonaro's sentence The vote comes just weeks after Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro began serving his 27 years long sentence for an attempted coup. It still needs to be approved by the Senate. Sperm bank sold man's cancer-linked genes across Europe In 2023, a prolific donor to a Danish sperm bank was found to carry a genetic mutation that can contribute to childhood cancers. Some parents were never warned, an investigation by DW and European partners has found. EU won't have Donald Trump meddling in European affairs The US "course correction" for Europe has alarmed experts. EU politicians stand by the trans-Atlantic partnership despite many accusations, but emphasize the bloc's sovereignty. Reactions from Brussels. What Donald Trump likes so much about Middle East authoritarians The US president has called Europe "weak" and "pathetic," and seems to prefer the company of "strong" Middle Eastern leaders. That may be because he has more in common with them than traditional US allies, experts say. France: Victory for PM Lecornu as parliament passes budget French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu was able to breath a sigh of relief after the National Assembly passed his spending plans by 13 votes. Lecornu has only been in the job three months and has already resigned once.