Jesuit priest Rev. Jörg Alt chose to serve a 25-day prison sentence in Nuremberg instead of paying a 500-euro fine for participating in a climate activists’ street blockade. The court ruling stemmed from a sit-in protest in August 2022, where Alt and others blocked traffic to raise awareness about climate change. Alt, known for his vow of poverty, cited solidarity with fellow activists facing similar treatment as his reason for opting for prison over paying the fine.
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Turkey breathes easier as Iran-Israel truce eases fallout risk
As Turkey intensifies its diplomatic efforts to mitigate the fragile Iran-Israel truce, President Erdogan engages in discussions with US President Trump and regional leaders, but faces skepticism as a mediator. Concerns about potential chaos in Iran, economic implications from rising energy prices, and the impact on Turkey's conflict with the PKK underscore Ankara's precarious position in the evolving regional landscape. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: As a fragile peace between Iran and Israel...
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