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Sweden eases mining permits to cut China minerals reliance
Sweden has declared the mining of critical minerals and rare earths a national security interest. This will ease and expedite the permit process. The government said the step was …
US threatens 'major military punishment' for Houthi attacks
President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran and the Houthi militants over attacks on Saudi tankers. Meanwhile, the UN warned that the situation is 'out of control.' DW has th…
US-Saudi nuclear deal: How will it impact Middle East, US-Iran war?
Critics say the US-Saudi deal could spark a nuclear arms race in the Middle East. It's certainly not making US allies, like Israel and the UAE, happy. And reports suggest the US m…
US strikes on southern Iran infrastructure widen war
The latest US strikes on tunnels, bridges, and other infrastructure further inland from the Strait of Hormuz could indicate that Washington is shifting gears in Iran.
Trump's refugee policy: Only white South Africans welcome?
Trump is spending more money on refugees, but it's mostly white South Africans who benefit. People from crisis-stricken countries are being denied entry. Experts say the credibili…
Man dies of injuries after attack at Regensburg bank: police
Police say one person has died after sustaining severe injuries at a bank branch in Regensburg. Special units were dispatched and were reportedly able to apprehend a suspect armed…
Bavaria: Possible hostage situation at Regensburg bank
Police say one person has sustained life-threatening injuries in a bank branch in Regensburg. The standoff is ongoing, and special units are on their way. The suspect is thought t…
Can India's 'Cockroach' protest movement go nationwide?
What began as satire on social media has turned into a massive Gen Z-led protest movement driven by anger over corruption and high youth unemployment. There are signs it is findin…
One person critically injured in possible hostage situation at a Regensburg bank, Bavarian police say
Police say one person has sustained life-threatening injuries in a hostage situation at a bank branch in Regensburg. The standoff is ongoing, and special units are on their way. T…
Spain's solar eclipse trilogy: Spectacle starting August 12
From August 2026 to January 2028, amateur and pro skywatchers are in for a series of rare solar spectacles over Spain and North Africa. Astronomers expect the events to attract mi…
