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Germany's former 'death strip' border zone bids for UNESCO World Heritage status

German federal states have joined forces to protect a 95-kilometre stretch of the former inner-German border, once known as the "death strip" between East and West Germany. The area, formerly lined with fences and military watchtowers, has evolved into a thriving ecological corridor. The historic and environmental project aims to secure UNESCO World Heritage status for the site.