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Newsline 24.02.2013 | 17:15 UTC News DRC African leaders sign DR Congo peace deal Nations from Africa's Great Lakes Region have signed a peace deal aimed at bringing stability to Democratic Republic of Congo's war-torn east. The deal may establish a rapid intervention force for the region. DRC peace deal delayed Religion Benedict delivers last Sunday papal blessing Pope Benedict XVI has delivered his last Sunday address to crowds in St. Peter's Square before his abdication. He said he was not abandoning the church, and his future would be dedicated to meditation and prayer. Pope leads final Sunday prayers Hope for Latino pope rises in Brazil World Elections Italy's vote brings prospect of shaky coalition Who will move into the Palazzo Chigi, the prime ministerial seat in Rome: left-leaning Bersani? Or ex-premier Berlusconi? In any case, Europe is hoping for a stable government - which might not be the case. Italy's election results still open Near finish line, Italian race tightens Skeptical Italian voters distrust politicians New coalitions, old faces dominate Italy vote Italian politics in search of the father figure Syria Religious divides deepen in Syria The fronts in the Syrian conflict are increasingly hardening along religious lines. But the prospects for the Christian, Druze and Alawite minorities are all very different. Russia begins new bid to end Syria conflict Mideast caught up in strategic reorientation Obama blocks help for Syrian rebels Italy Skeptical Italian voters distrust politicians The political parties in Italy don't have any brilliant concepts for dealing with the economic crisis, something voters in the election on Sunday and Monday are resigned to. The euro crisis is simply being blocked out. Inside the Italian elections: Winners and losers Euro crisis returns - in Italy, Spain and Cyprus Berlusconi campaign resorts to Berlin-bashing Religion Hope for Latino pope rises in Brazil For the first time in history, there's a realistic chance that the new Pope could be Brazilian. The discussion reflects a longing for awakening and renewal in the largest Catholic country in the world. German bishops have plenty to talk about Speculation over Pope's successor Abuse victim: This pope was a 'total failure' 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