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Pope pleads with breakaway Catholics before possible schism Pope Leo XIV has called on a rebel Catholic group to call off a planned consecration of bishops. Such a move could trigger a full schism with the mainstream Catholic Church. India: Congress' Ajay Rai claims 'arrest' amid Ram temple embezzlement row Uttar Pradesh Congress leader Ajay Rai claimed he was being detained in Ayodhya as he tried to visit the Ram temple amid an ongoing embezzlement controversy. Alarm over alleged abuse in French schools and nurseries Hundreds of alleged cases of physical and sexual assault against children in French nurseries and elementary schools have revealed flaws in the system, experts say. They argue that reforms are urgently needed. Pride Month has great significance for those who feel invisible. In Slovenia, many LGBTQ+ people understand just what that means One of the first steps taken by Slovenia's new right-wing government in June was to remove the rainbow flag outside the Culture Ministry. As Pride Month draws to a close, DW surveys the situation of the LGBTQ+ community. Poland orders Swedish submarines to bulk up navy Poland has placed an order for three Swedish submarines in an effort to step up defense capabilities. The NATO member is modernizing its navy in the face of Russian aggression at its borders. South Africa braces for anti-migrant protests Tensions are rising ahead of planned anti-migrant protests on June 30, as South Africa's government warns against violence. Analysts say deep social and economic crises are fueling unrest and xenophobia. UK-Africa relations: Starmer's 'reset' that never delivered Back in 2024, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised a fresh UK–Africa partnership. Two years later, his resignation leaves unfinished ambitions, scaled-back aid and questions about Britain's long-term commitment. US-India trade deal: The key sticking points Both India and the US have signaled that the first phase of a landmark trade deal is close. DW looks at the main challenges in getting a deal past the finish line. Can Thailand, Cambodia unlock massive oil and gas reserves? An estimated $300 billion in oil and gas reserves is sitting under overlapping territory in the Gulf of Thailand. Cooperation on its extraction is complicated by political tensions over a separate land border dispute. Pakistan's Geo News apologizes for Muharram broadcast The broadcaster Geo News was handed a 15-day suspension for a documentary that was "liable to hurt the religious sentiments of viewers," Pakistan's media watchdog said. Uganda military chief shuts media outlets, slams 'free press' Muhoozi Kainerugaba said that he issued the order as he does not "believe in a free press." He is the son of President Yoweri Museveni, who has held his grip on power for decades. Saudi Aramco helicopter crashes, all 14 passengers killed Saudi Arabian media report that the helicopter crashed in Ras Tanura on the country's eastern coast early on Sunday. It said that all 14 Saudi nationals on board were killed, and the cause of the crash was unclear. Fact check: As Europe bakes, should you trust your sunscreen? As a heat wave sweeps across Europe, claims are resurfacing online questioning whether sunscreen is safe or linked to skin cancer risk.