much greater stability in the food supply that we have at the moment. this is g.w. news from berlin tonight turkey's steps up its offensive in northeast syria against the kurds despite a call from the u.s. into gone to stop. we have problems and are greatly disappointed by turkish decision to launch a unilateral military incursion into northern syria we are not abandoning our courage partner forces of this as footage of merges purporting to show us

terrorists and their families trying to escape a detention camp guarded by the kurds also coming up tonight prime minister i'll be made of ethiopia wins the nobel peace prize for his initiative in resolving the border conflict with the neighboring eritrea plus it's one of her nor has the hot spots 1st selfie seekers but now vietnamese police are cracking down on a float of craze they say has simply gone off the rails. and the international day of the girl child aims to promote and empower girls w. has been around the world asking girls what their ambitions are. like as boy and.

i bring to our viewers on p.b.s. in the united states and all around the world welcome well it was a green light at the beginning of the week now it's a red light from the pentagon tonight the u.s. military is warning turkey that its incursion into syria could jeopardize progress against a so-called islamic state and it's calling on its a nato ally to stop operations the united nations says 800000 civilians have fled their homes since the offensive began just 3 days ago the assault is also raising fears of an islamic state comeback as kurdish led forces in the region say they cannot detain i.e.s. prisoners and hold back the turkish military at the same time. the kurds worst nightmare attacked on all sides pounded by turkish artillery again on friday sowing death and destruction on the ground. this is the 6th time we've had an explosion in

the city people are afraid of this house you see here they were children playing a mortar fell and killed a boy the girl she lost her leg. and. meanwhile a deadly car bomb claimed by so-called islamic state exploded in the kurdish town of commies. turkey is battling for territory held by its enemy the kurdish led syrian democratic forces ankara says the offensive will secure turkey's border and create a safe zone for syrian refugees. u.s. troops on patrol a few kilometers from the conflict zone as zone they evacuated just days ago clearing the way for the turkish assault now the u.s. is trying to put the genie back in the bottle threatening sanctions. this operation puts our s.t.'s partners in harm's way it risks the security of isis prison camps

and will further destabilize the region. c.c.t.v. footage of a camp holding tens of thousands of family members of i.a.s. militants shows an apparent escape attempt the camp is controlled by kurdish forces they said the situation there is critical turkey is defiant demanding loyalty from its nato allies. it's our most natural and legal expectation that our allies show solidarity as per the principle of the indivisibility of euro atlantic security it is not enough to say we understand turkey's concerns we want to see the solidarity very clear that. it should go to make. now civilians who once fled the so-called islamic state are again desperately seeking safety as yet another humanitarian crisis looms in syria. and d.-w. turkey correspondent julie holland she is on the border with syria as she said as

this account of the situation on the ground. well i'm about 5 kilometers away from the syrian border which is towards it this direction everybody here including us journalists has to keep a security distance as the turkish military has continued to hit the area old day they have actually fired the artillery has actually fired from right behind me to woods at this direction we heard the shelling the pounding very clearly very loudly today especially in the office in moon now the turkish army says they have taken some villages very close to the border inside syria and they are now surrounding some of the biggest cities especially. and while the turkish military says they're making progress the cottage feiss then northeast syria say they have so far been able to repel these attacks so very conflicting information that we're getting that that was you haun there reporting from the

border of syria and turkey where the white house is also piling on the pressure for turkey to end its cross border operations in syria u.s. treasury secretary steven says that could face powerful saying sions for the military incursion he echoed a threat that was made by president earlier this week saying that the u.s. will shut down the turkish economy if there were goes too far i just met with president trump and he has authorized and will be signing a new executive order giving the treasury department in consultation with himself and secretary powell. very significant new sanctions authorities that can be targeted at any person associated with the government of turkey any portion of the government. are there was the u.s. treasury secretary speaking there let's take this story now to washington

e w's defines evil is on the story for us good evening to you stefan we've got president trump and his cabinet there threatening sanctions against turkey what exactly does that mean all that means that the administration is so at least say and see it's a lot of politicians across the political spectrum as well as many experts that the administration is trying to peddle back or try to make a situation which is really really bad for them better this is that much control and it is the only opportunity on possibility for the white house at the moment and for the trumpet ministration to do anything to put genie back in the bottle at the northern syrian border with turkey. sanctions and those sanctions are now authorized that doesn't mean that they will be implemented now tomorrow or the day after that's supposed to be seen but the authorization of doing this and quote crippling turkey's economy if those sanctions are implemented that's on the table

yeah i mean it's one thing to make a threat is another thing to carry through with that threat what do you think the chances are that the same genes will become reality. well it's hard to say of course and it's a bit of a guessing game about i think it's fair to say chances are 5050 if the turks are not. scaling back in their incursion on their careers and if more pictures come out of the region showing that. kurdish allies of the united states kurdish fighters are attacked civilians are dying then the trumpet of this treasure will have a hard time not to exercise the right of implementing those sanctions and that's the only thing they can do even if the pentagon chief secretary of defense came out and said like he asked and. really strongly asked turkey to scale back and to end the incursion he had no indication that's what he said that the turks the turks are

willing to do that so again sanctions the only possibility for the white house and then it's supposed to be seen if and how effective those sanctions are it's one thing to say we can cripple turks turkey economy it's another thing to actually see if that's actually true and these sanctions to fund the who are being targeted towards individuals and if so who are these people. pretty much everybody who is part of the turkish government and it's in the realm of. president. that also means institutions the turkish government owns banks national bank of course so it is absolutely feasible to suspect that not only individuals will be targeted but also institutions or parts of the markets critical for the turkish economy and for economic relationships between turkey and the e.u.

or america so if the sanctions authorized as they seem to be now are really that harsh this could be in indeed very very bad for turkey but also remember back for the united states because the united states or the president if you will has created the situation self-inflicted since last sunday which we have to see what it's going to happen this that is very true to fundamental the storyboards in washington jeff and thank you. here's some of the other stories now that are making headlines around the world clashes have broken out in ecuador's capital quito as thousands of indigenous people protested against fuel price hikes for a 9th day now the country's president than in marine yo has said that he will not back down on the all sterett he measures which are backed by the international monetary fund the united states is says it's approved the deployment of $3000.00

additional troops and military equipment to saudi arabia it's the latest in a series of what the u.s. calls defensive moves after that it's hacked on saudi arabia's oil facilities back in september washington and riyadh both blame the attack on iraq a court in south africa has ruled that former president jacob zuma will stand trial for corruption rejecting his application to hold the case zuma seen here in file footage is alleged to have taken bribes during his time as a provincial economics minister back in the 1990 s. and later as deputy president of the ruling a.n.c. party he has denied the charges staying in africa ethiopia's prime minister obvious mitt has been awarded the 2019 nobel peace prize for his work to resolve the border conflict with neighboring eritrea the 2 countries restored relations in july of last year after years of hostilities now in

a tweet today the prime minister expressed his gratitude to all those working for peace and he wrote that the award is for ethiopia and the african continent saying we shall prosper in peace. the aftermath has only been ethiopia's prime minister for 18 months but the nobel committee was impressed by his push for peace and democracy in that time. even if much work remains are they are with has initiated important reforms that give many citizens hope for a better life and a brighter future at his greatest achievement is the peace deal he orchestrated between ethiopia and neighboring eritrea in 2018 following a longstanding border conflict war had broken out in 1908 and officially ended in 2000 tens of thousands of people were killed and it was 20 years before peace was finally agreed within months of taking office as he met with eritrea as president

and they signed the historic agreement. ethiopians are overjoyed at the progress peace has brought to their country. and i look at only one year he has brought so much change hobby is the one who made freedom of speech possible for ethiopians . he even outside of ethiopia he has a great vision for all africans he believes in peace democracy and equality he's one of the best leaders for africa right now. abby has also mediated in other regional conflicts like here and sit down. at the ethiopian embassy in berlin the ambassadors to germany praise akhmed for his efforts to bring peace to the region this is international what it shows that this is really showing the space for our country and for africa i'm joined now here at the big table by sabina or jambo she

is with the german africa institute's been it's good to have you on the program what did you think when you heard the news today were you surprised while i was surprised because i don't think the media was all about him before the announcement but i think it's a very good choice because what you think is a good choice well. the peace nobel prize and. obviously initiated a peace process very successfully a very unexpectedly so i believe i mean the list of things that he has done very impressive he released journalists who had been imprisoned half of his cabinet are women. i think what is it the prime minister is a woman is that correct that's the president is a woman is a woman and he's done things that even here in europe you know we would we would and be right where where is this progressive where's this progressive fortitude coming from. well everyone actually asked out in the beginning because we all know

he actually made his career with the in. the ruling party within the military was even the leading positions in the secret service so everyone is quite surprised when he became actually the of a farmer from inside. well when he came to power in 2018 it's basically a stalemate massive anti-government protests than they were there for years. and i guess it's just. the signs of time because you know what we're seeing in him is a bit we don't see from a lot of african leaders at the moment and these are men in power who choose to go the path of peace and not to wield the power that they have indiscriminately does this say something about about him personally or does it also say something about the system in which he is he's operating. well i think yeah it is also about him

possibly because the system is still very much in play is he also lost lots of challenges to face. he has done a great lot to. fulfill some of the demands of the protests at the same time he wants to forge a national identity he has a challenge that ethnic based states ethnic federalism that lies on the ground of the deal can stay in and with the political freedom now the ethnic federal states want even more autonomy so there's a conflict there and we see that in the rising violence in the ethnic violence and some big challenge especially with view to the upcoming elections next year and you know. it's a major economic force too for that part of africa he has that going for him to help him doesn't. well. come on my system is also one that needs reform that's

something he has seen in the. liberalization processes that were long overdue. and i guess also the peace process with every tree as kind of that russian because he knows that the states can only prosper in peace and. on top of that there are consequences like when the us peace with. will have access to the pause. to give and take there sabina beyond the acting secretary general with the german africa institute has been we appreciate your time tonight in your insights thank you thank you very much. german prosecutors say that the man accused of killing 2 people in eastern germany on wednesday has confessed they say the 27 year old german has also admitted to having far right semitic motives the city of hala is still in mourning 2 days after a gunman tried to storm

a synagogue which was packed with worshipers marking the jewish holy day of young kapoor he then killed a woman in front of the building and a man at a nearby kabob shop the attack has shaken other jewish communities here in germany and it's heightened fears over security d.w. news has been to visit the jewish community in death cell that's about 50 kilometers from hall. solidarity with the victims and how the jewish community in neighboring desk is in mourning including alex some of us some on the community see. reason that we're all shocked it's all full. many people in our community. and i'm not sure if they will remain active in. the world. or. the community has long been afraid of violent attacks by right wing

extremists. the cons thought saw albert on you arrive at work and you just don't know what the situation might be. you're always afraid that someone might be there you know not exactly for me but such things really do happen. this this so the assassination attempt in hull or just the presence of neo nazis in general. here there's always fear. death threats images of hitler found in there may box this is everyday life for the deaths our community but direct attacks and vandalism with swastikas also take place. removes some of this is we have to live with regard to recover we can't change the situation. what could we do. the jewish community and how is small they have no budget for security measures that's why vesa man sent

a letter to sex and the un has ministry of the interior but it refused to give financial support. removal this one is that we have to undertake security measures there's no other option most of those that give it is about him and the safety of the school security is expensive but our members' lives are more valuable than security measures. if something should happen who would be to blame but. after the attack and how the police car was stationed in front of them bedding man and his colleagues do not know how long it will be that. take a look at this she's risking her life it's the end of the line for an instagram or hot spot in vietnam's capital city norte authorities have begun restricting access to alleyways straddling an urban train line saying that the throngs of picture takers are risking their lives for that perfect snapshot.

a century old rail line now flanked by homes and businesses and vietnam's bustling capital hanoi the alleys have become an iconic backdrop in the instagram era drawing tourists from all over eager to snap their own photos. enterprising locals hoping to cash in set up shops and cafes making the tracks a popular spot to hang out it's just so beautiful and the fact that you have coffee shops and people who are actually living in this area every day having to see this it's quite remarkable. but authorities decided to put an end to the fun after a train had to make an emergency stop last weekend to avoid hitting tourists. they've put up barricades and signs ordering tourists to stay off the tracks no pictures allowed. they've also ordered the real side cafes to bring their tables indoors. business owners disapprove. i'm sad

because it was a good tourist attraction that we should be promoting. i think the authorities should find solutions that balance the 2 sides in light of the need to ensure safety live and at the same time showcasing how beautiful and lively vietnam and the people here are. to make sure everyone complies with the new rules police are on patrol many tourists see at doherty's have gone too far and erring on the side of caution some they'll get their photo no matter what i'm getting from it but because they did not going to go in and think that we go by what we try i would like to be the model morning of what i already did here. now the area is a little less lively and for hanoi visitors there will be no more photos souvenirs like these. stay off the trucks arts sports news now the fallout from the ban on nike coach alberto salazar for doping violations continues to shake the world about

whether it's nike is world famous organ project a powerhouse for training middle and long distance runners is being shut down in the wake of salazar's 4 year ban. nike's oregon project has been home to some of the world's greatest athletes for nearly 2 decades british 4 time gold medalist mo farah is likely the most famous of the bunch proud trained in oregon from 2011 to 2017 the most successful period of his career but the oregon project is shutting its doors following the doping scandal engulfing head coach alberto salazar he received a 4 year ban from the u.s. anti-doping agency for orchestrating and facilitating prohibited doping earlier this month. though salazar has appealed the ban and been publicly backed by the company nike c.e.o. mark parker announced the project would be shut down in an internal memo this situation is a distraction for many of the athletes in his compromising their ability to focus

on their training and competition needs successful runners at this month's world athletics competition and like german bronze medalists constanza close to half in or netherlands gold winner sits on his son are just 2 of many nike sponsored athletes who will now need to find new coaches in training facilities salazar's case has cast a shadow on results by oregon project affiliated runners international olympic committee president thomas buck has called for an investigation into athletes who trained with salazar. who is there any results. results faked it or directly or in directly with regard to. the principle of. the ability the u.s. anti-doping agency made it clear the athletes were unaware of the doping which is a major factor in determining suspensions in our opinion the evidence showed they were manipulated certainly many of them thought that into having to go receive

medical training treatment from a doctor with salazar appealing his ban in the i.o.c. continuing investigations the only thing definite about the situation is that organ project athletes will need to find a new place to train. well today is the united nations international day of the girl child it aims to highlight and address the needs and challenges that girls face while promoting their empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights this year's theme is girl force unscripted and unstoppable utopian news has been asking girls around the world about their lives and their ambitions they don't ask for as you write these sometimes i see men on the street who whistle at women like this about his own milky arkansas sheesh i did. i find it unpleasant. people think it's. bad being a girl because you can't do

a lot of things like that boys can do but it's actually in the mindset of people like i mean girls can because we can do it. and i want to become a pilot when i grow up. i want to see in the light from being full of nazi regime jetstream she says i like being a girl it's nice to be a go you know. what i mean i don't like. the costumes feel very bad when we're given more chores than the boys. i have that women and girls will be respected in their society and that men will with 4 suspects and that they can go on and do whatever they would like to do in the future like they can do anything they want get whatever job they want to be whoever they want i want america i'm explaining to you when you are things my biggest problem is i go i want to be. making equal money with like like as boys and.

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