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Daily Bulletin 11.11.2017 | 19:30 UTC
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Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin 'agree on Syria,' brush off election meddling
In a joint statement on Syria, the US president and his Russian counterpart have agreed to fight "IS" extremists together. At a regional summit, the leaders also denied claims of Moscow interference in the US election.
Pro-independence Catalans rally for jailed leaders
Thousands of Catalan separatists are protesting in Barcelona for the release of regional leaders jailed by Madrid. Catalonia remains divided over independence — even Playmobil toys are being drawn into the struggle.
Poland Independence Day: Thousands take part in far-right rally
Thousands of nationalists marched through the streets of Warsaw in a rally organized by far-right groups. The march has become the largest Independence Day event in recent years, overshadowing official state events.
Climate meets Carnival
COP23: Fake Donald Trump marches in Carnival-themed climate protests in Bonn
With anti-nuclear banners, polar bear costumes and Carnival-style floats, thousands of protesters took to the streets in Bonn to urge governments to do more to combat climate change.
Selfie with Hitler: Indonesia wax museum removes Nazi-themed exhibit
An Indonesian museum has taken down a wax sculpture of Nazi Germany leader Adolf Hitler after it sparked global outrage. The statue was a popular attraction for visitors who took selfies in front of the exhibit.
Britain and France remember end of World War I during Armistice Day ceremonies
The bell of Parliament's Big Ben clock tower in London chimed at 11 a.m. to mark the time World War I ended in 1918. In Paris, wreaths were laid at the Arc de Triomphe, where an eternal flame burns for unknown soldiers.
Lebanon demands Saudi Arabia return Prime Minister Saad Hariri
Lebanese officials have demanded the return of Prime Minister Saad Hariri from Saudi Arabia. The head of the militant group Hezbollah said the Saudis had "declared war" on Lebanon by holding Hariri against his will.
US soccer star Hope Solo accuses Sepp Blatter of sexual harassment
Former US goalkeeper Hope Solo has said ex-FIFA boss Sepp Blatter groped her backside during the 2013 Ballon d'Or ceremony. Sexual harassment wasn't just a problem in Hollywood but in women's football as well, she said.
World
Independence Day: Poland's nationalism fight goes on
As far-right extremists plan to hold a huge rally later on Saturday in Warsaw, DW looks at how and why Poland's National Independence Day has been hijacked in recent years by the far right.
Sports
Brazilian Grand Prix: Valtteri Bottas takes pole as Lewis Hamilton crashes out
Newly-crowned world champion Lewis Hamilton crashed out early in qualifying for the Brazilian Grand Prix, leaving the path clear for Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas. Germany's Sebastian Vettel will start in second.
Jerome Boateng: We absolutely want to defend our World Cup title
Jerome Boateng has given a German newspaper a frank assessment of his injuries, a pivotal night in Paris and the challenge facing Germany in Russia. The Bayern Munich man says he's not been at his best for five years.

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