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Daily Bulletin 26.02.2018 | 18:30 UTC Angela Merkel's CDU approves grand coalition deal The chancellor's conservative party has given a green light to forming a new government with the Social Democrats. But despite the harmonious front, the internal tensions in the party are impossible to ignore. Merkel? No thanks! Germany's SPD launches key vote on coalition deal Russia announces Syria ceasefire to establish 'humanitarian corridor' in Eastern Ghouta The Russian president has ordered a new ceasefire to allow civilians to exit one of Syria's last rebel strongholds. The UN has urged warring parties to end hostilities to allow much-needed aid into devastated areas. Mayor calls for homeless to be detained as cold hits Brussels The mayor of a Brussels neighborhood has said homeless people sleeping in parts of the city will be detained overnight if they refuse shelter. Brussels' 3,000 homeless face expected sub-zero temperatures this week. Three-Star Accommodation for the Homeless Rome sees first snowfall in years A rare snowfall has paralyzed Italy's capital, forcing authorities to shut schools and send in the army to help clear the streets. The Colosseum, the Roman Forum and other major tourist sites were closed to visitors. Rare snowfall blankets Rome Snowfall causes widespread disruption in northern Europe Berlin police chief forced out after years of scandal Since Klaus Kandt took the job in 2012, there have been accusations of neglience and cover-ups. Kandt maintains that there were only minor mishaps and that the Berlin police are role models around the world. On night patrol at Berlin's Alexanderplatz German Investigators Target Arab Crime Syndicates EU prepares sanctions on Myanmar military over Rohingya crackdown EU foreign ministers have agreed to draw up possible sanctions against Myanmar generals over "serious human rights violations." Myanmar continues to deny most allegations of abuses committed against Rohingya Muslims. Humanitarian crisis looms in Rohingya refugee camps Investigative journalist Jan Kuciak killed in Slovakia Slovak reporter Jan Kuciak and his partner have been shot dead in an attack "likely" tied to his reporting, officials say. Kuciak went to the police last year after receiving threats, but the case was reportedly ignored. Media freedom under threat Legacy of murdered Malta journalist Caruana Galizia lives on Panama papers: EU draws up blacklist Opinion: Xi Jinping – Today's chairman, tomorrow's dictator? After Mao's reign, China decided to limit leaders' political power and abandon the cult of leadership. But now Chairman Xi Jinping seems to be turning back the clocks, says Matthias von Hein. China considers abolishing presidential term limit China's way to the top President Igor Dodon: Moldova needs a 'patriot' like Putin In an exclusive DW interview, Moldova's president, Igor Dodon, tried to downplay his reputation as a pro-Russian leader, arguing that his country shouldn't side with either Russia or the West. Moldova: A village in fear Film 'A Silent Revolution' features Saudi women who went straight to the top As Saudi Arabia relaxes decades-old societal restrictions on women, a documentary by two Saudi women filmmakers features female pioneers. The team shared their ideas on feminism, obstacles, and what the West gets wrong. Saudi Arabia: More freedom for women? Changing Saudi society: Sebastian Sons, Saudi Arabia expert Saudi activist: 'We are very, very happy' Augsburger Puppenkiste: 70 years of Germany's most famous marionette theater The "puppet chest" company located in the Bavarian city of Augsburg has been a part of many Germans' childhood memories. After decades on German TV, it still enchants with theater, museum exhibits and feature films. 70 years of 'Augsburger Puppenkiste' Stars on a silk thread Critics unimpressed with Russian Olympic Committee's imminent reinstatement The IOC is set to welcome back the Russian Olympic Committee after it was banned from the Pyeongchang Games due to doping offenses. Critics aren't convinced enough has been done to ensure the ROC is brought into line.   © Deutsche Welle 2018