Daily Bulletin | 11.01.2013, 19:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 11.01.2013 | 19:30 UTC News France French troops begin intervention into Mali conflict France has begun an intervention in Mali to help stem a push by Islamist rebels. Nations feared that al Qaeda-linked militants who control the north would use the desert as a launching pad for international attacks. Afghanistan Obama and Karzai announce military shift in Afghanistan Barack Obama and Hamid Karzai have announced that the US military would shift to a support role in Afghanistan. The presidents had met to discuss the role of the 66,000 American troops serving in Karzai's country. Elections Czech Republic voters line up to elect president for the first time Polls have opened in the Czech Republic where registered voters will cast a vote for one of nine presidential candidates. Recent surveys have placed two former prime ministers in the lead. Colorful candidate makes a splash in Czech presidential poll Schevardo: 'Vaclav Klaus is no reconciler' Syria Syria talks ends with no solution in sight International Syria envoy Lakhdar Brahimi foresees no quick solution to the Syria conflict after talks with US and Russian diplomats. Rebels say they have taken control of a key military base. Slow-burning hell for Syrian refugees Politics Questions over SPD's Steinbrück as popularity drops German opposition leader Peer Steinbrück has come under fire recently, raising questions over his party's election chances. New poll numbers show the former finance minister has seen a rapid decline in his popularity. Merkel's challenger is his own worst enemy Conflict Deadly blasts hit Pakistan city of Quetta Twin bombings timed minutes apart in southwest Pakistan have left dozens dead and wounded many more. The regional government has announced three days of in mourning. Bombs in Quetta Pakistan in 2012: Between hope and despair Business European Union Top EU economy official warns against complacency The EU's Economy Commissioner has told diplomats in Brussels the 27-member bloc must not slow down its reform efforts to get on top of the financial crisis. He has also directly addressed Cyprus' economic problems. Auto Industry VW announces record 2012, predicts tougher 2013 German carmaker Volkswagen has followed luxury auto makers Daimler and BMW in announcing record sales figure for 2012. Europe's unrivaled auto leader now produces one out of every four cars sold on the continent. Volkswagen rolls out new Golf model European car markets contract further VW announces record investment scheme Newsletters More DW Wonders of World Heritage Join DW for a breathtaking tour of Germany's 37 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: From the Aachen Cathedral to Muskauer Park: Park. Our eight routes highlight these unique sites with videos, photo galleries and more. Join us!   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013