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Daily Bulletin 09.06.2017 | 18:30 UTC
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UK PM Theresa May says will 'reflect' on election, names ministers to stay on in posts
PM May has announced she will focus on forming a government, though she did not say she would hold the reigns over the next five years. She also added that she was "sorry" for the conservative losses in the election.
British election - Democratic Unionist Party play the kingmakers
As Prime Minister May seeks to form a government, the support of Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionist Party becomes crucial to the Tories. After winning 10 seats in parliament, the DUP can largely decide May's fate.
Catalonia to hold Spanish independence referendum in October
Catalonia's regional government has announced it will hold a referendum on separating from Spain on October 1. The Spanish government, which sees the vote as illegal, has said it will block the referendum.
EU defense can no longer be 'outsourced' says EC President Jean-Claude Juncker
EC President Jean-Claude Juncker has said the EU needs to step up its military cooperation as it cannot rely on the US to defend the bloc. He told a conference that the EU has to defend its own interests.
US aircraft shoots down pro-regime drone in southern Syria
American army personnel have reported that the drone had fired on coalition forces in a "deconfliction zone." The move came as the UN expressed growing concern for Syrian civilians trapped in the northern city of Raqqa.
Germany calls for diplomacy to resolve Qatar standoff, turns down mediator role
Germany's foreign minister is pursuing diplomacy to resolve the standoff over Qatar. Sigmar Gabriel said Middle Eastern states should lift the land, sea and air blockade they have imposed on the small Gulf country.
World
Theresa May's Conservatives in disarray, but still in power
Theresa May has lost her parliamentary majority, but remains in power thanks to a nationalist Northern Irish party. But May's position as prime minister and the future of her Conservative Party remains uncertain.
South Sudan
South Sudan bans foreign journalists
The South Sudan Media Authority has banned at least 20 foreign journalists from media coverage in the country for what it termed as "unsubstantiated and unrealistic stories."
Sports
French Open: Stan Wawrinka battles past Andy Murray to set up final with Rafael Nadal
Third seed Stan Wawrinka has beaten world number one Andy Murray in a contest that had fans on the edge of their seats. In the other seminfinal, Rafael Nadal cruised past Dominic Thiem in straight sets.
Schalke replace head coach Markus Weinzierl with Dominic Tedesco
After just a season in charge, Markus Weinzierl has been relieved of his duties as Schalke's head coach after a disappointing campaign. Dominic Tedesco, who coached Erzgebirge Aue last season, will take his place.
Sandro Wagner to start, Julian Draxler to captain Germany against San Marino
Germany's World Cup qualifier against San Marino on Saturday will be their last game before they fly to Russia for the Confederations Cup. They're heavy favorites, but Joachim Löw doesn't expect to break any records.
Bayer Leverkusen install Heiko Herrlich as new coach
Heiko Herrlich is the new Bayer Leverkusen coach, joining on a two-year deal. He guided Regensburg to back-to-back promotions and succeeds Tayfun Korkut, who was in charge on an interim basis.
Newsletters & Co.
Transmedia: The way forward?
Join renowned transmedia producer Jeff Gomez and media representatives from across Asia for an intriguing and interactive discussion on new trends that will be changing how audiences around the world understand media.
Saving the environment starts with people
Meet the Kenyan eco-ambassadors from DW's popular environmental show Eco@Africa. Whether it is waste reduction or innovative ideas, these individuals set an example for how Africa can address its biggest eco-challenges.
Media Center
Inside Europe 09.06.2017
On today's show: Britain's political scene in chaos after elections - UK Muslim leaders refuse to perform funeral rites for London attackers - The campaign to get SUV's off Prague's road – Lyme disease on the rise in France – Controversy over Italian detention centres - Jumping the fence in Ceuta - Are Greek anarchists training for revolution in Syria? The last bastion of French bistro chairs.

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