Daily Bulletin | 13.05.2012, 18:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 13.05.2012 | 18:30 UTC News Elections Projections give SPD clear win in German state election Polls have closed in elections in Germany's most populous state, North Rhine-Westphalia, and initial projections from German public broadcaster ARD show the Social Democrats (SPD) as the top party. Russia Writers lead Russians on peaceful protest in Moscow Thousands of demonstrators led by prominent Russian writers marched through the streets of Moscow on Sunday, protesting the recent inauguration of President Vladimir Putin. Politics Last-gasp Greek talks begin in Athens President Karolos Papoulias has assembled the country's divided political leaders for a fourth and final attempt at piecing together a coalition government. European creditors are watching intently. Politics Authorities clear Madrid square of 'indignants' Spanish police cleared out Madrid's central square in the early hours after some of the thousands protesting the economic situation decided to stay beyond the authorized hours. Further demonstrations are planned. Afghanistan Senior Afghan peace negotiator shot dead A senior Afghan peace negotiator has been killed by gunmen. His death deals another blow to efforts by the Afghan government to achieve a peace deal with Taliban insurgents. Asia China, Japan and South Korea to start free-trade talks China, Japan and South Korea agreed on Sunday to start negotiations on a trilateral trade pact. The issue has long been on the three countries' agenda. Africa Top Lord's Resistance Army major captured Uganda's army has detained a Lord's Resistance Army top commander, a spokesperson said Sunday. US senator says Kony capture closer than ever African Union launches manhunt for rebel leader Crime Italian army on call to deal with escalating violence Italy's prime minister has not ruled out bringing in the army to deal with the increasing levels of violence across the country. Newsletters More DW Online special: Equal opportunity for education Education for all! That's UNESCO's goal for education. We have brought together five bloggers from Iran, Germany, Russia, Kenya and Argentina to start an intriguing discussion on education and learning.   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2012