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Daily Bulletin 09.05.2017 | 18:30 UTC
Germany
Report: Top German officials on terror suspects hit list
Investigations into a far-right terror plot in the Bundeswehr have led to another arrest, officials said. The soldier is suspected of working with Franco A. and compiling a "hit list" which included the justice minister.
World
Moon Jae-in set to win South Korea presidential election
Exit polls predict a clear victory for Moon Jae-in in South Korea's election. The liberal candidate pledged a host of domestic and foreign policy reforms after a scandal brought down President Park Geun-hye.
Unhappy neighbors - Afghanistan, India, Iran wary of Pakistan's 'jihadist support'
Iran has warned it would target militant hideouts inside Pakistan if Islamabad doesn't act against Sunni jihadists. Pakistan's other two neighbors - Afghanistan and India - also accuse Islamabad of backing terrorists.
Pulse: Tapping into Africa's future
In Pulse this week, we'll find out the future of rural areas in Africa, hear how more and more Kenyans are turning to solar power to meet their energy needs, and we'll take look at the issue of skin lightening among school girls in Ghana. All that in this jam-packed edition of Pulse.
Sports
Champions League semifinals live: Juventus vs. Monaco
The Italian giants look to have one foot in the final, having won the first leg 2-0. Monaco have a mighty hill to climb if they are to pull off the upset to advance. Follow all of the live action here.
Unknown Tiffels a surprise bright spark for Germany at world championship
Germany take on Slovakia on Wednesday looking to recover from a 6-3 drubbing by Russia. One of the bright spots in that contest was a young forward almost nobody had expected much from - if they knew he knew him at all.
Chris Froome involved in 'hit and run' incident
The three-time Tour de France winner has said that he was "rammed on purpose" while training hear his Monaco home. This comes three weeks after Michele Scarponi was struck and killed by a van during training in Italy.
A politically tricky World Cup bid
The United States (along with Mexico and Canada) has applied to host the 2026 World Cup. Soccer officials say it would bring the US and Mexico closer together. However, there is already resistance to the idea in Mexico.
News
French politics
Former French Prime Minister Valls plans to back Macron in June elections
Manuel Valls, France's former Socialist premier, says he wants to stand for incoming President Emmanuel Macron's fledgling movement in June's elections. Macron is seeking a parliamentary majority to underpin his agenda.
France launches terror probe after former soldier planned 'IS' attack
French authorities have started an investigation into an ex-soldier who reportedly planned a terror strike in the name of "Islamic State." The man was detained near an army base with guns found at the scene.
Merkel: No voting in Germany for potential Turkish death penalty referendum
Merkel has said Turks won't be able to vote on German soil on an issue that it "absolutely rejects." Bringing back the death penalty in Turkey would effectively end any pretense over Turkey's troubled EU bid.
'Russia will always side with forces of peace'
Russia showcased its military might at the traditional Victory Day parade, marking the 72nd anniversary of the Nazi defeat. President Vladimir Putin has urged the international community to unite against terrorism.

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