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Around the Globe 02.03.2018 | 17:00 UTC Turkey arrests Greek soldiers on espionage charges A Turkish court has ordered two Greek soldiers to be held on charges of 'military espionage.' The soldiers claim they lost their way in bad weather before being apprehended by a Turkish border patrol. Landmark Erdogan visit to Greece gets off to rocky start Turkish President Recep Erdogan's Greece visit quickly descends into verbal sparring Turkish military officers in Greece: "I don't think extradition is on the table" Sridevi Kapoor's death: 'Insensitive' and 'voyeuristic' media coverage slammed It was an unmissable incident for Indian media when Bollywood superstar Sridevi Kapoor passed away in a hotel in Dubai this week. Still, the graphic and relentless news coverage has sparked outrage from several corners. Fans say farewell to Bollywood actress Sridevi Kapoor Bollywood superstar Sridevi Kapoor 'drowned in bathtub' Bollywood's legendary leading lady Sridevi Kapoor dies of heart attack at age of 54 India bids farewell to Bollywood legend Sridevi Kapoor Chinese authorities detain relatives of Radio Free Asia's Uighur reporters Relatives of five reporters for Radio Free Asia's Uighur service have been detained in China's Xinjiang region. RFA said families were targeted in retaliation for its coverage of Beijing's crackdown on ethnic Uighurs. eople and Politics # Violence in North-Western China – Why Uighurs Exiled in Germany are Worried # 10.07.2009 China's Xinjiang Muslims 'require DNA samples' for travel documents Why China's Uighurs are joining jihadists in Afghanistan China limits beards, veils in Muslim region China adopts new anti-terrorism law despite international criticism Targeting of Islamic customs reflects 'misdiagnosis' of Uighur discontent The New Censorship Hello, Big Brother: How China controls its citizens through social media Opinion: Banning second-hand imports doesn't solve East Africa's clothes problem Banning the import of second-hand clothes is not the answer to reviving East Africa's textile industry. But the deal to phase out the imports also hands another political score to the US, writes DW's Isaac Mugabi. Doing Your Bit: Nigeria's carrier bag fashionistas Khumbula – Dandyness with a political message East Africa pushes second-hand clothing ban African textile industry on hold Cameroon basks in cheap second hand clothes EU-Philippines economic cooperation — what about rights violations? The EU and the Philippines have signed a multimillion dollar economic cooperation deal. But should the EU be assisting a country whose government is allegedly involved in massive rights abuses? Ana P. Santos reports. Philippines: Addicts and Withdrawal Will divorce finally be legalized in Philippines? Philippines' Rodrigo Duterte rejects crimes against humanity probe into 'drug war' Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte threatens to eject EU ambassadors President Rodrigo Duterte orders police to rejoin Philippines' war on drugs No drug-related extrajudicial killings in the Philippines? French Alps: Skiers killed in avalanche Police in France say at least four people have died in an avalanche in the southern Alps near the border with Italy. A rescue operation is underway for another person believed to be missing. 'Beast from the East' savages Europe Avalanches in Swiss Alps and French Alps leave two dead Deadly 'Beast from the East' winter blizzard batters Europe Our beautiful planet: Snow across Europe Avalanche kills two German skiers in Austria With Turkey's offensive into Afrin, Erdogan is seeking to kill two birds with one stone Turkey's offensive on Afrin will oust the "terrorist menace" and will ensure the return of Syrian refugees - that's been the message of President Erdogan. He's catering to his voters, says DW's Dorian Jones in Istanbul. Shifting alliances in Syria's protracted war Pro-Syrian government troops enter Afrin Do Turks back their country's cross-border offensive? Free Syrian Army turns to Turkey for support in war against Assad EU refugee aid enters new phase in Turkey Turkey's military offensive against Kurdish-held Afrin: What you need to know Pro-Syrian government militia move into Kurdish-controlled Afrin despite Turkish warnings Sieren's China: Old-school show of power Thanks to a constitutional change, Chinese presidents will be able to extend their terms indefinitely. More power means more responsibility, says DW's Frank Sieren. China considers abolishing presidential term limit China's way to the top Rich Chinese lawmakers get richer, but fewer MPs share the spoils 'The Chinese Dream' and Xi Jinping's power politics As China takes 'center stage,' Europe stands at a crossroads Internet in China — no more safe havens? Opinion: Xi Jinping – Today's chairman, tomorrow's dictator? Fewer migrants enter Europe via the Mediterranean Sea, says UN agency The UN's migration agency says the number of people trying to flee to Europe by sea has fallen significantly compared to 2017. The UN has put this down to two reasons. Refugees in Italy as Europe's new slaves Rescue ship brings 600 migrants to Italy in biggest recent influx Mediterranean 'world's deadliest border' for migrants, says UN At least 20 migrants found drowned near Spanish enclave of Melilla France presents new immigration bill German school system is failing refugees - report NATO joins Angela Merkel and Donald Trump to voice concern about Putin's 'invincible' weapons A speech by President Vladimir Putin detailing new nuclear weapons in Russia's arsenal has raised fears of a new arms race. NATO has joined Merkel and Trump in voicing concern about the impact of Putin's words. Russia's Putin lays out his vision for the country The new arms race: A more dangerous world? NATO report casts doubt on ability to defend against Russian attack on eastern flank US, Russia missile treaty in jeopardy as tensions escalate Vladimir Putin: Russia boasts new missiles in state of the union address UN Security Council votes for 30-day ceasefire in Syria without delay UN calls on Russia to implement full 30-day ceasefire in Eastern Ghouta Explosion rocks Burkina Faso army headquarters in Ouagadougou, heavy gunfire reported Armed gunmen have attacked Burkina Faso's army headquarters in Ouagadougou, with violence also reported near the French embassy. A French envoy to the region described the incident as a "terrorist attack." Many killed when gunmen attack Burkina Faso restaurant Africa Turkey's Erdogan seeks more influence in Africa Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been on tour in Africa again. It is no longer about economic cooperation only. Turkey could also be much involved in the issue of security in the future. Turkey seeks greater role in Africa Erdogan's bid to close Gulen schools in Africa opposed Turkey to expand business ties with Africa Turkey targets Gulen schools in Africa Gulen schools in Ethiopia sold Armenia: Armen Sargsyan elected into new, less powerful presidential role Armenian lawmakers have voted in a former Cambridge professor and envoy to the UK, as the next head of state. The opposition is worried, however, that the departing president will find a way to stay in power. Armenia resolution: What do Turkish Germans say? Armenian republican ruling party takes lead in election preliminary results Armenia curbs president's powers through referendum Armenians vote in divisive referendum Inside Europe Click on the links below to listen to reports from this week's edition of Inside Europe, DW's award-winning radio program with features from around the continent. Inside Europe 01.03.2018 Inside Europe: Romanians protest against corruption Inside Europe: Shock in Slovakia at journalist's murder Inside Europe: France promises to restitute African artifacts Inside Europe: Covering the issues that shape Europe Ireland shuts down, Britain calls in army amid winter storm chaos Soldiers have been helping rescue services reach people trapped by heavy snowfall. Storm Emma slammed both countries after another winter storm that originated in Russia hit earlier in the week. Britain calls in the army to help cope with heavy snow Storm Emma sweeps north over Europe to meet blizzard from the east Rome sees first snowfall in years Australia, New Zealand reassess Pacific role amid growing Chinese influence New Zealand's deputy premier has spoken of "strategic anxiety" in the Pacific in a seeming allusion to China's increasing clout in the region. But Australia says it welcomes any "productive" investment. Pacific islands threatened by climate change Reporter panned for 'creepy' interview with New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern China has become a 'major donor' in the Pacific Islands region Coronation celebrations for King Tupou VI of Tonga reach finale Why is the United States interested in the 'Indo-Pacific'? Can Japan compete with China over development aid? Living in a changing world World in Progress Multiclick A weekly look at globalization, education, economic development, human rights and more. World in Progress: The Widows of Budhpura World in Progress: South Korea's anti-graft law World in Progress: Lifting China's rural provinces out of poverty   © Deutsche Welle 2018