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German photo prize shortlists Kremlin media-linked photographer for occupied Mariupol series
A Russian photographer with ties to Kremlin-backed media has been shortlisted for one of Germany's leading photography awards for his series on occupied Mariupol, raising concerns about how Russian narratives are reaching Western audiences through major cultural institutions.Since 1979, the Leica Oskar Barnack Award has honored photographers
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· Jul 2, 2026
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· Jul 1, 2026
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· Jul 3, 2026
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· Jun 30, 2026
Merkel's official portrait unveiled | DW News
Germany's former chancellor Angela Merkel chose an artist more than 40 years younger than her to paint her official state portrait. Now, the painting is finally being revealed. #dwnews #merkel #germany For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
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