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Daily Bulletin 20.07.2017 | 18:30 UTC News Germany overhauls Turkey policy Germany is sharpening its policy toward Turkey in response to jailings of journalists and human rights activists. The Foreign Ministry is now warning German citizens that they face risks if they go to Turkey. Germany threatens overhaul of Turkey policy Germany summons Turkish ambassador over arrests Cem Özdemir: "Erdogan wants to establish Turkey in Germany" Interview with Peter Steudtner's partner German companies face uncertainty in Turkey Germany summons Turkish ambassador over activists' arrests Deniz Yucel's case taken to Turkey's top court Berlin condemns Turkey arrests of Peter Steudtner and further human rights activists Merkel clear that Erdogan 'Nazi' jibes must stop Germany gains access to detained journalist in Turkey Germany reviews export credits to Turkey over blacklisted firms Alphabay and Hansa darknet markets shut down after international police operation International police have orchestrated an incredible double takedown of darknet drug markets, ensnaring countless users. Users fleeing from one illegal online marketplace were lured into a honeypot trap. Illegal wildlife trade wanders onto Darknet Alleged operator of Alphabay Alexandre Cazes found dead in Thai prison Europol, FBI arrest nearly 900 in crackdown on global pedophile ring German police swoop over child sex abuse images A bitcoin how-to for hapless hackers Investigators bust major darknet child porn platform Polish lawmakers pass controversial Supreme Court bill Polish lawmakers in the lower house have passed a law that hands control of the country's Supreme Court to politicians. Critics have said the bill will kill judicial independence. It still has to pass the upper house. Judicial reforms in Poland send thousands to streets Polish court reforms: What Jaroslaw Kaczynski actually proposes EU urges Poland to halt judicial reforms or face sanctions Opinion: A catastrophe for Poland's democracy Jeff Sessions vows to stay on as attorney general despite Trump rebukes The US Attorney General has refused to resign after being rebuked by Donald Trump for recusing himself from the Justice Department's probe into Russian meddling. Trump has said he shouldn't have appointed him. Jeff Sessions denies Russia collusion Sessions recuses self from Russia probe Donald Trump's son, ex-campaign manager called to testify next week Donald Trump Jr. and his Russian friends - what do we know about them? Reports: US Attorney General Sessions did not disclose meetings with Russian envoy during confirmation hearing Opinion: Donald Trump and the art of creating chaos Alphabay and Hansa darknet markets shut down after international police operation President Donald Trump after six months: Expect more of the same Donald Trump scraps covert CIA program to arm Syrian rebels US President Donald Trump has decided to end a secret CIA operation to support Syrian rebels fighting the regime of Bashar al-Assad, US media reported. The decision is an acknowledgement of the situation on the ground. US, Russia agree on ceasefire in south Syria The fight to retake Raqqa is now the priority Syria truce goes into effect after Trump-Putin talks Opinion: Syrian safe zones are tactically motivated The Middle East's complex Kurdish landscape Trump and Putin held undisclosed second G20 meeting Russian President Putin rubbishes US claims about Trump dossier, election meddling As Trump and Putin meet, US and Russia agree ceasefire for southwest Syria US-trained Syria rebels hand over equipment to al Qaeda affiliate Opinion: 'Islamic State' jihadism could live on Are US and Russia inching toward confrontation in Syria? Raqqa: The human cost of degrading the 'Islamic State' Russia says Syria safe zones will go into effect US imposes new sanctions on Syrian officials over chemical attack EU's Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier highlights split on expats' rights Brussels' chief Brexit negotiator has said there is still a deep gulf on how EU citizens' rights in the UK should be guaranteed. His opposite number David Davis has stressed the need for mutual flexibility. Tough Brexit talks underway in Brussels How will the UK economy end up? Brexit talks round 2: what to expect Boris Johnson says EU can 'go whistle' on Brexit settlement bill Brexit: Commons prepares for fight as 'Repeal' Bill unveiled Theresa May: EU citizens in UK must apply for 'settled status' to keep rights post-Brexit Venezuelans stage general strike against Maduro's leadership Many Venezuelan streets were barricaded on Thursday for a 24-hour strike called by opponents of President Nicolas Maduro. They demand fresh elections following four months of deadly street protests across the nation. Venezuelan opposition calls for strike Maduro blasts US sanctions threats 5 things to understand about oil-rich, cash-poor Venezuela Millions of Venezuelans vote against President Nicolas Maduro Donald Trump threatens Venezuela with 'economic actions' 'All options on the table' as US President Donald Trump mulls Venezuela sanctions EU holds off on sanctions amid growing unrest in Venezuela Pope Francis calls for 'diplomatic solution' to end violence in Venezuela NRS-Import Asli Erdogan: 'It's my country, too' Celebrated Turkish novelist Asli Erdogan was imprisoned for four months in Turkey last year- and she refuses to be cowed by the pressure. Writing, she told DW, is a responsibility. Fight back or flee repression? These Turkish artists chose Berlin As repression deepens, Turkish artists and intellectuals fear the worst Turkish novelist Asli Erdogan released from detention as trial continues 'Art cannot be suppressed,' says PEN Germany's president Jailed Turkish novelist Asli Erdogan calls on Europe to stand up for its values Sports Cycling Tour de France: 'King of the Mountains' Warren Barguil claims stage 18 Warren Barguil triumphed on the grueling final climb of stage 18, with yellow jersey-holder Chris Froome also finishing at the front. Barguil also secured the 2017 polka-dot jersey, provided he completes the Tour. Tour de France rising star Emanuel Buchmann on the 'brutal' Alpine stretches Tour de France: Kittel retires injured, Roglic wins stage 17 Summer transfers 2017: Chicharito close to West Ham move Mexican striker Javier Hernandez has agreed on a move to West Ham United, pending a medical in London. It's another big blow for Bayer Leverkusen; Chicharito scored 39 goals in 76 competitive Leverkusen appearances. Newsletters & Co. On the road to the German election Germans are heading to the polls this September. Discover what the elections in Germany mean to Germany, Europe and the world with our online special: Germany Decides. 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. Environment Living Planet: Wolves & wilderness As the world struggles with deforestation, should we be creating urban forests instead? Plus, wolves are returning to Germany, but age-old fears over the predator still persist. Living Planet: Wolves & wilderness   © Deutsche Welle 2017