Daily Bulletin | 25.10.2012, 18:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 25.10.2012 | 18:30 UTC News Conflict Syria army accepts four-day ceasefire The Syrian army and rebel forces have agreed to suspend military operations from Friday to mark the four-day Muslim holiday, Eid al-Adha. Although both have reserved the right to retaliate in the face of attack. News Germany leads calls in the EU to stem the influx of asylum seekers EU interior ministers are debating how to curb the increasing number of asylum seekers from Eastern Europe. The German interior minister is making concrete suggestions how to discourage people from even trying. More and more Roma moving to Germany European Union EU parliament rejects ECB candidate The EU parliament has narrowly voted against the controversial appointment of a top male nominee to the European Central Bank's advisory board. The vote, however, can still be overridden be EU finance ministers. EU pushes for more women's quotas Ukraine Ukraine faces backlash for jailed Russian activist Concern has grown over the alleged abduction of a Russian opposition activist in Ukraine. The United States has called for an investigation into the matter. Latin America Cuba eases travel restrictions for emigrants The Cuban government has announced plans that would allow citizens who fled the island nation to return with little hassle. The latest reform follows a recent measure that allows Cubans to travel abroad more easily. Press Freedom CSU spokesman resigns over press freedom allegations Bavaria's ruling CSU party is struggling to contain damage caused by spokesman Michael Schrepp. He resigned over accusations he'd tried to prevent a public broadcaster from reporting on an opposition party conference. Business Auto Industry Daimler says good-bye to earlier profit forecasts German top of the line auto maker Daimler has revised its 2012 and 2013 profit targets on the back of lower gains in the third quarter of this year. The company is particularly worried about its European business. Banking Bank lending in the eurozone worsens again The eurozone banks' lending activities have slowed down even more, with private households and companies facing difficulties to take out loans. ECB counter-measures have so far failed to improve the situation. Newsletters More DW Learning by Ear – Destination: Togo! DW's multimedia edutainment program asked listeners to submit their stories about a personal event that changed their lives. The winning story will be staged in Lomé/Togo. Follow the theatre workshop online! More DW PopXport brings you the best music and the chance to win an iPod touch The new contest from PopXport takes a look at the German songs that were ranked highest around the world. Send us your favorite and you will have a chance at winning an iPod touch. More DW Kick off! Bundesliga action on Facebook The passion and the action of the Bundesliga – every game, every goal, every week. Get involved and discuss German soccer with real fans around the world. Once the last whistle has blown, we get you up to speed.   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2012