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US ties to Israel rattle rare earth deal in Malaysia Malaysia's rare earth refinery in Gebeng is essential to a strategic deal between the Pentagon and Australia's Lynas mining corporation. Now, Malaysian activists are using it as leverage to support Palestinians in Gaza. Why Japan's new imperial law keeps women off the throne New legislation aims to address the shrinking ranks of Japan's imperial family, while preserving male-only succession despite broad support for a female emperor. Meet Andy Burnham, Britain's prime minister Andy Burnham has been sworn in as the successor to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The former Manchester mayor has become a leading figure in the Labour Party and one of the UK's most popular politicians. DRC's neighbors boost preparedness as Ebola cases surge Uganda, Rwanda and Zambia are strengthening border screening, disease surveillance and emergency response measures. The growing Ebola outbreak in the DRC is raising concerns about cross-border spread. Algeria seeks larger EU energy role amid regional tensions Algeria and Germany agreed to deepen energy ties during President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's recent visit to Berlin. But Algiers is still grappling with tensions at home, over Western Sahara and instability in the Sahel. Spain: Emergency crews battle wildfire north of Madrid More than 25 firefighting planes have been deployed to battle the blaze in central Spain, which has been raging for three days. Fact check: Spotting AI-generated 'historical' images DW Fact check selected three "historical" videos that aren't real — they're AI. Could you recognize the fake? Here's how to spot it — and why it matters. EU ban on destroying unsold clothes takes effect Under new rules to reduce waste, large companies across the European Union can no longer dispose of unsold clothes, accessories and footwear. China firm seeks damages over state control of British Steel The UK government took over British Steel last year to prevent the closure of the country's last primary steelmaking facility. China's Jingye Group, which bought the firm in 2020, claims it is owed compensation. Russian army deserters in Germany: 'No choice but to run' Almost all asylum applications by Russian deserters are being denied by German authorities. DW and Russian-language media outlet Astra spoke to one of the young men who fears he'll be sent back to die on the front lines. Israel clears way for crocodiles to stop prison breaks Israel's environment minister has reclassified crocodiles so that they can now be used for security purposes. Far-right Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir reportedly wants them to surround a jail holding Hamas militants.