US president Joe Biden has said that Washington would defend Taiwan if China staged an “unprecedented attack.” Speaking in an interview with CBS, he added that the US still maintains its “one China” policy and does not support Taiwan’s independence. China has responded by saying Biden’s remarks severely violate Washington’s policy. Taiwan is a self-ruled… Continue reading Biden says US would defend Taiwan if China attacks | DW News
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COVID restrictions tighten across Europe as case numbers soar | DW News
There’s a growing public backlash as governments in several European countries tighten coronavirus restrictions. In the Netherlands, more than 130 people have been arrested during three days of unrest. Coronaviruses cases there are setting new records. A week ago the government imposed western Europe’s first partial lockdown since the summer. Austria has gone back into… Continue reading COVID restrictions tighten across Europe as case numbers soar | DW News
German Chancellor Merkel visits flood-ravaged region | DW News
Chancellor Angela Merkel visited parts of western Germany hit by the flooding, which has killed at least 156 people. The chancellor spoke in a village devastated by the floodwaters. She described the damage as ‘surreal’ and ‘terrifying.’ She pledged rapid help from the government – and said Germany must do more to tackle climate change.… Continue reading German Chancellor Merkel visits flood-ravaged region | DW News