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The Day with Gerhard Elfers

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September 26, 2026

Intel agencies warn of rising Russian attacks in Europe in the coming months. Why now and how far will Putin go? Plus, what can be done to break China's chokehold on rare earths, its ultimate supply-chain weapon?

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The Day is a news show that helps you understand emerging stories from Europe, the US and across the globe. Join Brent Goff and Nicole Frölich from Monday through Friday as they put the day’s events into context with the help of experts, political players and DW’s reporters on the ground.

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