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Rising Cuba-US tensions amid talk of drones, emergency plans Cuba’s reported purchase of drones and renewed threats with the US are stoking fears of escalation. Amid blackouts and shortages, many Cubans expressed outrage at official advice to prepare for potential attack. NATO planes down suspected Ukrainian drone over Estonia A NATO military jet has shot down a suspected Ukrainian drone in Estonian airspace. As Ukraine targets Russia's Baltic oil facilities more often and more intensely, more such drones are straying into allies' territory. China's zero-tariff for Africa: Win-win or winner takes all? China has opened its market to 53 African countries, calling it a “golden key” to prosperity. But while new opportunities emerge, analysts warn the reality for African economies is more complex. Iran war: Why is Trump blaming the Kurds? Donald Trump says Kurdish forces kept US weapons meant for Iranian protesters, allegations Kurdish leaders categorically deny. Experts tell DW the president is scapegoating them for his own policy failures. Czechia: Uproar over Sudeten German gathering in Brno The first gathering of Sudeten Germans in Czechia since World War II is set to go ahead this weekend despite a political backlash that has exposed tensions over one of Central Europe's most painful historical legacies. Sweden orders 4 frigates from French company Naval Group Sweden plans to acquire four new frigates starting in 2030 in a deal worth billions. They will be the largest surface warships in Sweden's navy. The newest NATO member is rushing to build up its military capabilities. China's moment? Putin heads to Beijing after Trump courts Xi Just days after hosting Donald Trump, China's Xi Jinping is set to welcome Russian leader Vladimir Putin. The meetings underscore Beijing's growing role in a fractured geopolitical landscape. San Diego mosque shooting to be investigated as hate crime Teenage gunmen have shot dead three men at the Islamic Center of San Diego before killing themselves. The incident is being treated as a hate crime by investigators. Can women's football help reconnect North and South Korea? For the first time in more than seven years, North Korean athletes will compete in the South. Analysts are divided on whether it is a clever propaganda move by Pyongyang or a genuine step towards detente. Zambia's media freedom under scrutiny ahead of 2026 elections Ahead of Zambia's August ballot, rights groups say pressure on journalists is growing. Critics warn legal restrictions and unequal media access could undermine fair coverage. North Korea's new constitution deepens split with Seoul Pyongyang's updated charter has dropped mentions of reunification with South Korea. Experts say the changes boost Kim Jong Un as a nuclear authority — and could fuel future border clashes. Young Czechs drink less beer but risk other addictions The Czech Republic, the beer world champion, has seen a record decline in consumption. Younger generations are drinking less. Breweries are worried, but health experts say it's good news. North Korean women's football team makes rare visit to South A North Korean women's football club has become the country's first group of athletes in eight years to visit the South.