[captioning performed by the national captioning institute, which is responsible for its caption content and accuracy. visit ncicap.org] brent: this is dw news live from berlin. a mass shooting at a community college in the united states. reports say between seven and 15 people shot dead in the state of oregon. more than 20 people injured. police say they have a gun man in custody and there is no more threat. we will go live to the u.s. for more. a second day of russian airstrikes in syria. moscow admitting its missiles are targeted at islamic state and other groups. suspicion stronger than ever that russia is also aiming at anti-assad forces.

and the rugby world championships. the welsh fatigue versus the fiji fitness. both by for a spot in the quarterfinals. i brent goff. it good to have you with us. breaking news in the united states. a shooting at a community college in the state of oregon at least seven people believed dead with reports of 15 to 20 people injured. the shooting took place about three hours from portland. police saying they have now detained the gun man. preliminary reports of at least seven people shot dead, 20 injured. let's go to richard walker in washington in the united states.

what can you tell us right now? >> there is uncertainty even over the number of victims but that is not an unusual thing in a situation like this. as he said, the range of estimates is between seven and 15. 10 appears to be a likely number at the moment. we are also hearing reports that the shooter -- there were conflicting reports. we are currently hearing the shooter is dead but it is also something we are looking into. we have been waiting for a press conference by local police and that has not yet happened. we will bring you updates as soon as we see that taking place. brent: we don't know anymore

about the gunman but police say that they have more than one person in custody? >> but we are getting conflicting reports from different agencies so we will have to keep an eye on that. there are some details, reports of a shooter himself. he may have been active on the internet in the days leading up to this, discussing his plans. that will be key because we have no idea yet about motivations of this individual. that is something the police and the fbi are looking into to find out exactly what kind of incident this was. whether this was a classic kind of mass shooting or if there may have been some sort of terrorist element here. brent: richard walker without breaking story for us. richard, thank you.

the other big story right now, russian warplanes have launched airstrikes for a second day in syria. moscow telling the world it is targeting the islamic state. but the confirmation from the russian foreign minister that other groups are also possible targets. the pentagon is not holding back with criticism of what could be russian military meddling in the syrian civil war. the legitimate opposition syrian group saying it is being targeted already by russian missiles. >> they continue the campaign regardless of international criticism. russia's foreign minister defended his country's actions at the united nations in new york and said moscow and washington have the same goal. >> if it looks like a terrorist and fights like a terrorist, it's a terrorist.

i would recall that we were always saying we were going to fight isil and other terrorist groups. this is the same position that the americans are taking. >> critics say russia is bombing moderate forces to bolster the syrian president's defenses. there are reports of civilian targets being bombed as the internet images are set to show. a school was reportedly hit. this building was used as a home for refugees. we were sitting here when a rocket hit the school, injuring the children. authorities reject these claims. the country's ambassador said russian involvement has long been in the planning. >> the russian intervention came as a result of an official request from a legitimate the

syria -- legitimate syrian authority. they have the right to choose their government and the future they aspire to. and russia may not restrict airstrikes. if the government asks for help on its territory, the russian air force will be ready to engage. >> with the u.s. and russia both flying missions, they began talks to ensure that their jets don't collide. deep confliction as it's being termed. we just spoke about how critical those talks are. >> this is incredibly necessary. today, the russians around the city and the northeast in syria and the americans around the city of aleppo. with so many claims flying around and technology, they need

to talk to avoid hitting each other on the ground or in the air. this meeting will hopefully provide both sides with some clarity. but there is a greater question. it is the only company -- they say they are the only country operating legitimately. what form might that look like and how will they avoid broadening this out to a bigger conflict between the u.s. and russia? brent: the violence in syria is having a direct impact on european countries. debating changes to the nations asylum laws. on the agenda are fast line -- fast lane refugee applications. lawmakers could also make it

tougher to get asylum. >> we can do this. the rallying cry a few weeks ago. following the arrival of hundreds of thousands of refugees, members of her government say new laws are needed. in this bill, we are making decisions that are urgently needed and also tough. they must remain in initial reception centers and include fewer cash benefits. the entire west balkan region would be declared safe. don't sell your house and your car to pay people smugglers. we will just send you home again and you will find yourself back where you came from, just poorer than before. it's not worth it.

the opposition green and left parties pull the reform plan the pieces. payment in kind rather than cash payments is simply harassment. complete bureaucratic lunacy. with this policy where they want to put people for six months, it is a disaster waiting to happen. refugee organizations also criticized the reform plans. the law will stoke racist sentiment. it is foreseeable it will lead to more reception centers. the overcrowded receptions will provoke conflict. the package is all but certain to pass. >> while germany is tightening the migration policies, and army

mission to stop human traffickers and the mediterranean. 950 soldiers will be patrolling the waters, searching for people smugglers. it will be part of a larger eu mission aiming to help refugees and distress. lawmakers admit it does not address problems like war and poverty that drive people to flee their homes in the first place. afghan troops say they have taken control of the center of kundus. it comes three days after the city was seized by the taliban in 2001. many are refusing to go back, saying they don't trust the government anymore to keep them safe. >> there was no guarantee it would work. as they fought, it was only with the support of airstrikes that they managed to push fighters

out of the city. we praise the security officials of our country. the good news is that we did not lose any of our soldiers. the governor reported heavy casualties on the taliban side. more than 100 dead. the city is strewn with corpses that they announced the fight is not over yet. one former commander says he won't stand for it and that he is mustering his own militia. >> i urge the people of afghanistan to cooperate with the security forces and fight the enemy in all parts of the country. we are ready to fight because we believe the people have suffered enough.

>> but the pledge is not enough to relieve the fear. hundreds continue to flee the city. >> some of the other stories making headlines around the world. brent: speaking before the u.n. general assembly, they acquired nuclear weapons and they responded to the prime minister who walked away from the negotiating table saying that israel was ready to relaunch talks with the palestinians without preconditions. the defense ministry in burkina faso says the recent short-lived coup leader is now in custody. he sought refuge in the vatican embassy. the president congratulated the armed forces on bringing it to a peaceful conclusion.

one lucky american has plenty of change despair after he bought a lottery ticket at this gas station in michigan. the winning powerball entry was worth more than $310 million. not a better return on a ticket that cost, we understand, just a few bucks. american tennis star serena williams has announced that she is withdrawing from next week's china open in beijing and the wga finals in singapore, ending the 34-year-old season. she said she wanted to take the time to heal and address various injury problems. the 21 time grand slam singles champion won three of this year's former majors but was eliminated in the u.s. open semifinals last month. to the rugby world cup now. on a high after beating england.

another victory would see them top pool a. but they had overcome their spirited south pacific opponents. >> wales expected to dominate their match against fiji. after just six minutes of play. and wales scored again before halftime. scott baldwin touchdown to give them a commanding lead at halftime. fiji were dangerous, but a lack of composure stop them from crossing the line until the 49th minute when they finished off a fastbreak to give them hope of a comeback. but they couldn't force another score and wales hung on to take their third victory in the world cup and gave them a great chance

of reaching the quarterfinals. brent: live from berlin, still to come. hopes for the future. 25 years after reunification, the former democratic republic needs more people. we will tell you about it in one minute.

brent: you are watching dw news live from berlin. these are the top stories right now. an update on the community college shooting in oregon, 13 people killed and as many as 20 wounded when a gunman opened fire. the shooter described as a man in his late 20's has also been killed. we will bring you more details as we get them. russia has launched more airstrikes in syria and admits that it is targeting other groups as well as the islamic state. the country's foreign minister has told reporters that they see

i to i tie on which groups to target. pcity, the army says it hashan recaptured the city from the taliban who took it on monday but local residents say fighting is still going on. 25 years ago on october 3, looking at the various aspects of the process and germany's present standing in the world as a united country. we would like you to join the discussion using the hashtag #germanreunification. how reunified is germany? many towns saw a population drain. research for better prospects.

even though they suffer the same fate, there is hope. >> before the fall of the wall, and vice versa today. a lot has changed in the last 25 years. better infrastructure has not kept people leaving to the west. the new 5000 people used to live here and vice versa. but it was before germany was reunited. half of the town left and they only have 17,000 inhabitants. this has become an urgent problem for town authorities.

he is meeting with the local resources director of a glass company. >> would you be willing to look at this job application to see if this person is right for your company? >> each and every job opening is important. may need more people, not fewer. >> we want to keep our urban amenities like a library, pool, and museum. the recreation opportunities. the gyms and associations. to keep it all, we need a certain number of people to justify the cost. >> they would like to attract especially young people and families.

some people have already moved. they have decided to return. they moved with their two children a couple of months ago. the couple moved to hamburg after high school but said they always planned on moving back. >> when we left, we knew we would eventually come back. when the timing was right and we could both find work. that was always the catch. >> they have plenty of kindergartens and low rents. they plan on staying here for years to come. brent: to the volkswagen scandal. developments in the united

states where it surfaced. >> the epa says it is likely the mass recall a vw diesel vehicles will go ahead. it could be a while. an independent investigation could take several months. the threat of legal action coming thick and fast and sweden could end up sending a pollution bill to volkswagen because of the cheating devices. there is a temporary ban on registering some the w's -- some vw's. >> the number of lawsuits for cheating are piling up straight across the globe. lawsuits have been filed and 30 u.s. states. one county in texas alone is suing the carmaker for one hundred million -- $100 million. the country's competition and

consumer commission says the carmaker faces fines of up to 700,000 euros per vehicle. suits are also being launched in europe. countries are examining compensation claims. the effects of the scandal are being felt in germany. they fear they could lose huge amounts of corporate tax revenue. that makes good business sense. the city has already ordered a budget freeze and concerns that the scandal could take a huge toll on the company's earnings. volkswagen says it could take months to investigate the matter. >> is get the view from wall street on this corporate disaster.

>> i am here with stephen guilfoyle, one of the traders on the floor of the new york stock exchange to talk little bit about what you rightly called the disaster because that is it. definitely for consumers, but what about the situation from an investor standpoint? >> they were very strong. over 18 million units for the month. annualized units. up 16% overall but only up 1% for volkswagen. that is with news breaking rather late in the month. it is definitely a problem. >> is there anything they can do with damage control to calm their nerves? >> maybe they can say they set aside so much money for potential problems that may crop up in the near future as different countries with omissions control laws look into

what they might do punitively. >> the stock is way down over the last 10 days or so. do you think this is a good time to buy the stock? it's a great time for day traders. >> you will get the swing the day traders like. as far as long-term investors go, i would like to see how these headlines shakeout over the next weeks and months. i will see if there is a legal issue before i jump into that pool. >> investors interested in having volkswagen in their portfolio -- >> i don't think it makes a difference. plenty have international accounts. the fact that it's a foreign stock does not make a difference. i think they have lightened their load already if they were going to the share price itself.

i think it will be a little while before you win those folks back. >> back to the studio in berlin. >> a very german story that has become very international, of course. after decades of hostility, the u.s. and cuba restored diplomatic ties. and now the first erect flight signifying progress. it comes as american hotel chains meet with cuban authorities and looking for a head start on those potential tourists. they would like to visit the place that has been out of bounds for so long. >> even at the international airport and have on a, the first direct flight to communist cuba landed. these tourists are happy to visit the country which had been off-limits for so long.

>> it is fantastic. we are so happy to see the cuban culture. the food, the people. it's an easy play, three hours from baltimore. >> the trade embargo bands general use tours and only certain americans are allowed to travel within special groups. the government says further easing of restrictions will depend on if the government and have anna -- in havana carries out reforms. hotel chains are holding talks with cuban officials. everyone wants to be on board when restrictions are finally lifted. americans are expected to flood cuban beaches, bringing plenty of u.s. dollars with them. the airlines are ready to fly an

american tourist once cuba becomes a holiday destination. >> bikinis and beaches for me. brent: let's get a reminder of the top story for you. an update on the shooting of the community college, the state attorney general saying 13 people were killed with his many as 20 wounded. the suspected shooter described as a man in his late 20's has also been killed. thanks for the company, everyone. we will see you again soon.

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