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Heatwaves, droughts and other extreme weather events are generally considered to be symptoms of climate change. According to a new study, nothing would be as effective to combat it as afforestation on a gigantic scale. Yet other measures, for example a carbon tax, are also being debated. Commentators discuss the enormous challenges that climate mitigation entails.

Despite the opposition of the US and threats of sanctions the delivery of Russian S-400 missiles to NATO member Turkey has begun. Turkey even wants to build the missile defence system jointly with Russia in the future. Commentators suspect Turkish President Erdoğan is pursuing a clear strategic goal.

Fifty years ago Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first men to set foot on the moon. Another twelve astronauts followed in their footsteps until 1972, when visits to the moon ceased. But recently interest in space travel has grown - not least because of China's successes in this area. What is the real motivation behind space exploration?

Despite the opposition of the US and threats of sanctions the delivery of Russian S-400 missiles to NATO member Turkey has begun. The arrival of the first aircraft carrying parts of the missile defence system was even broadcast on television on Friday. Commentators discuss the consequences of Turkey's purchase.