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Israel and Turkey strive for normalcy

Reality Check: Israel-Turkey Relations; Paris: 5 weeks later; Spanish elections; Denmark's refugees; Captagon

Israel / Turkey Relations

Back in 2010 Israeli marines confronted a flotilla of ships trying to break the blockade of the Gaza strip. 10 Turks were killed and relations between Israel and Turkey hit an all-time low. Now an agreement has been reached to normalize relations between the two counties. Our Istanbul correspondent, Dorian Jones explains the content and timing of the agreement.

Paris: 5 weeks later

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flowers, flags;candles and a sign saying "Not even afraid" placed at the foot of the the central monument on the Place de la Republique in Paris

Five weeks after the terror attacks in Paris, Reality Check’s Chris Cummins returns to Paris to give us an update on life in the city of lights and love.

Spain: Elections

Spaniards go to the polls this weekend to elect a new parliament. A severe economic crisis, crushing unemployment and rampant corruption are the issues that look set to cause a major upset on the Iberian Peninsula. Our Spain correspondent, Guy Hedgecoe introduces us to two new parties who are set to really shake up the political landscape.

Denmark: Refugees

There are reports that Denmark is now set to search refugees and migrants entering the country for any valuables such as jewelry. The aim is to confiscate such valuables to help offset the cost of caring for the migrants. We speak to Trine Christensen, Deputy Secretary General of Amnesty International in Denmark.

Captagon

There are fears that a drug, which can be used to help combatants fight harder and longer, could be fueling the conflict in Syria. Gennnie Johnson reports on the drug, Captagon which is suspected of being used by all sides in the Syrian conflict.

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