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Belgien Vandalismus Statue King Leopold II in Ekeren

Will cities in Belgium take down statues of Leopold II?

More than 10 million Africans died when the king ruled over the Congo from 1885 to 1908. Now, Antwerp has become the first Belgian city to remove a statue of Leopold II — but not for the reason that activists had sought. (10.06.2020)

British slave trader statue pulled down in George Floyd demonstration

Protesters in the UK have pulled down a statue of a slave trader during a demonstration in honor of George Floyd. Since Black Lives Matter protests began, controversial statues have come down in cities around the globe. (07.06.2020)

Spike Lee's 'Da 5 Bloods' revisits African-American history

Whether with "Do The Right Thing" or his upcoming Netflix release, Spike Lee's works offer essential snapshots of race relations. DW discussed US history with the filmmaker, going from George Washington to George Floyd. (09.06.2020)

Africa's forgotten World War II veterans

More than a million African soldiers served in colonial armies in World War II. Many veterans experienced prejudice during the war and little gratitude or compensation for their services afterwards. (07.05.2020)

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The regional polls are being seen as a barometer for the federal election next year. DW has the latest.

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