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Newsline 19.02.2013 | 17:15 UTC News War crimes ICC weighs war crimes case on Ivorian ex-president Gbagbo The International Criminal Court is weighing the prosecution's case against the former president of the Ivory Coast. Laurent Gbagbo faces four counts of crimes against humanity for post-election violence in 2010-2011. Gbagbo faces war crimes judges Former Ivorian leader faces pre-trial hearings World Syria Obama blocks help for Syrian rebels The US president is one of the biggest obstacles to helping the Syrian rebels, a recent Senate hearing revealed - to analysts and Syrian activists, Obama's policy of disengagement amounts to support for Bashar Assad. EU controversy over arming Syrian rebels Is a road map for peace in Syria in sight? Syria's unprecedented unrest Armed Conflict German cabinet approves Mali mission The German cabinet has given the green light for German military instructors to begin the training of the Malian army. Germany's armed forces are to provide logistical support, but will not be deployed in combat. An uncertain future for Mali Mali refugee flood threatens to destabilize region Mali eyes post-conflict elections War crimes Former Ivorian leader faces pre-trial hearings It is still far from certain whether former Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo will stand trial at the ICC. But even the start of pre-trial hearings in The Hague is causing dismay to some Ivorians. Mali: 10 questions and answers ICC indicts former Ivory Coast first lady Former Ivory Coast president fit for trial Soccer Champions League finds its feet in Pakistan Pakistan is known more for its love of cricket than a passion for football. However, an increasing number of soccer fans there are following this season's Champions League more closely than any test match. Seeking India's future soccer stars Slum Soccer gives poor children in India hope Former Afghan soccer star spots hopefuls for his country in Germany Afghanistan ISAF spokesman: 'We respect Karzai's decisions' Afghanistan's security forces are scheduled to take the lead in the fight to combat in the spring. Despite all the difficulties, ISAF spokesman Günter Katz tells DW the country is on the right track. Afghans skeptical of Obama troop withdrawal Uncertain future for Afghans after NATO leaves ISAF spokesman: Taliban are considerably 'weakened' Newsletters More DW Suggestions welcome! Nominate your favorites for the 2013 Bobs Awards Do you know bloggers, journalists or net activists who fight for human rights and for freedom of speech? Nominate your favorite for the Bobs Awards. To find out how and for more information on the Bobs, go here. 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