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Islamic feminism more widespread in Bosnia and Herzegovina Many Bosnian Muslim women want to attend mosque on Fridays and to play a greater role in decision-making. Slowly the official structures of the Islamic Community are changing. Ukraine: Dozens of European countries sign up to special tribunal plan to prosecute Russia At talks in Moldova, more than 30 countries have said they will join a future special tribunal for Ukraine prosecuting Russia over its invasion. How the body will force Russians to stand trial is not clear. Pakistan faces pressure over mediator role in Iran war With Pakistan stepping in the middle of a major geopolitical conflict, Islamabad is forced to balance between Washington, Tehran, Beijing and key Gulf allies. A recent US media report places it under even more scrutiny. UK politics: How Starmer survives as Farage waits in wings High profile resignations, a prime minister on the edge and populists on the up — UK politics is far from dull. DW explains what's going on in Keir Starmer's Labour party and with Nigel Farage. And what may be next. US-China summit exposes Trump's limits on Iran war, Taiwan Donald Trump hopes to have China help him end the war in Iran, but this goal seemed far from guaranteed as he wrapped up his two-day visit to Beijing. Xi Jinping, in turn, took the chance to warn the US over Taiwan. Uganda at a crossroads as Museveni begins new term Unemployment and poverty pose major challenges for President Museveni's seventh term, while his age and long rule prompt questions about Uganda's future beyond his leadership. Foreign student fee hikes in France trigger backlash A French government plan to charge students from outside the European Union 16 times more than previously has stoked discontent. But how does this compare to the rest of Europe, both inside the EU and out? Will Ukraine corruption scandal reach Volodymyr Zelenskyy? A drawn-out corruption affair in Ukraine has widened, with authorities now taking action against Andriy Yermak, former head of the presidential office. Will the scandal reach all the way to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy? UK: Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigns, likely in bid to topple PM Keir Starmer Two Labour Party politicians have positioned themselves to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the leadership. Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned, and Angela Rayner said her tax affairs were back in order. Who is Mario Draghi, this year's Charlemagne Prize winner? The Charlemagne Prize honors those who advance European unity. This year's winner is Italy's Mario Draghi, a former European Central Bank chief and a key architect of European stability during a time of economic crisis. Iran war tests India's multi-alignment diplomacy New Delhi is proud of its carefully balanced ties with rival nations in the Middle East. But this diplomatic strategy might be reaching its breaking point. Tunisia sliding into authoritarianism, experts say The Tunisian government is ramping up pressure on opposition figures, journalists and civil society — raising fresh fears of deepening repression and the steady dismantling of democracy. Saving Japan's elderly people from 'lonely deaths' As Japanese society changes, many elderly people find themselves isolated and facing a "lonely death." Government agencies and private groups are working hard to give them a new lease on life.