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North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles day after trilateral drills end
North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles into the sea a day after the US, South Korea and Japan concluded joint military exercises Pyongyang had called provocat…
Russia's drone war comes to Moldova and Romania
Incursions by Russian drones into Moldovan and Romanian airspace are increasingly common. This week the Ukrainian president's plane was stopped from taking off from Chisinau. Obse…
DW exclusive: Zelenskyy offers to meet Putin at G20 in Miami
In an interview with DW, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country was in a strong position to negotiate and offered to meet Vladimir Putin in Miami.
In an exclusive interview with DW, Zelenskyy says he would be open to meeting with Putin at the G20 summit in Miami
In an interview with DW, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine was in a strong position to negotiate and offered to meet Vladimir Putin in Miami.
France: Sabotage suspected in train derailment
Dozens were injured when a train derailed between Rouen and Caen in Normandy, northwest France, on Friday evening. Police believe the accident may have been deliberately caused, l…
France: More than 40 injured in train derailment
The train derailed between Rouen and Caen in Normandy, northwest France, on Friday evening. One of the injured was in a critical state.
France: About 20 injured in train derailment
The train derailed between Rouen and Caen in Normandy, northwest France, on Friday evening. France's transport minister cautioned that the casualty toll was "provisional."
Ukraine: Russian strike on Kyiv gas station kills 2
With fighting on the front lines mostly stalled, Russia has been increasingly hitting petrol stations and other civilian targets. Ukraine has also been attacking Russia with drone…
US commemorates 25 years since 9/11 terror attack
A quarter century has passed since Islamists hijacked four commercial jets and turned them into weapons against the US. On Friday, ceremonies in New York, Pennsylvania and Washing…
Iran pursues cautious escalation ahead of US midterms
Tehran appears to be boosting pressure on Washington ahead of the crucial midterm vote, but shows little desire to return to a full-scale war.
India's BRICS strategy tested with Xi, Putin set to visit
New Delhi's "America Plus" approach sees India deepening its ties with China and Russia, while also trying to keep BRICS from turning into an anti-Western platform.
Uber leaves two key African markets — and their drivers in despair
Uber's departure from Nigeria and Uganda has left countless customers high and dry. But what about drivers? With fuel prices, maintenance and other operating costs rising, many sa…
BRICS Summit 2026: China's Xi to meet Modi today
Xi's visit to India holds significance as it is his first since the deadly 2020 military clash between India and China over Galwan Valley. Follow DW for more.
BRICS Summit 2026: Putin, Modi reaffirm partnership
Modi will also meet Xi Jinping as India seeks to balance ties with China and Russia. The wars in Ukraine and Iran could test the group's unity at the summit. Follow DW for more.
Iran war: Saudi-Houthi escalation intensifies Yemen conflict
The Houthi takeovers of Mokha, Dhubab and Perim in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait threaten to push Yemen deeper into the Middle East war. The Iran-backed group has made advances against…
Germany charges 7 suspected Hamas members over attack plot
Prosecutors say the suspects had moved beyond general preparations and were already pursuing a concrete plan for a deadly attack on Israeli or Jewish targets.
9/11 conspiracy theories that continue to circulate
A quarter-century after the September 11, 2001, attacks, they are still the focus of numerous conspiracy theories. Why do people believe them?
Why North Korea's Kim Jong Un doesn't need a US deal
Donald Trump's overtures to North Korea's dictator have gone nowhere, with an emboldened Pyongyang accelerating its nuclear program and solidifying alliances with Russia and China.
Turks in Germany anxious after AfD wins in Saxony-Anhalt
The Alternative for Germany party's win in Saxony-Anhalt has alarmed people of Turkish origin in eastern states. Will workers and business owners abandon the increasingly AfD-frie…
China angered by Taiwan VP's visit to EU democracy forum
Beijing has lodged a complaint with Italy and the EU over top Taiwanese officials visiting a democracy conference. The EU is navigating contentious issues with China and high-rank…
The 'end of an era' as Goethe-Institut in Russia closes
The Goethe-Institut was one of the last German institutions still operating in Russia. However, following Moscow’s decision to close its offices, all employees will have to stop w…
Germany: Far right lead in upcoming state election polls
Polling suggests the far-right AfD is carrying its momentum into another upcoming state election. Meanwhile, former Chancellor Angela Merkel has urged people not to take democracy…
Hong Kong Tiananmen activists jailed for up to 7 years
Three pro-democracy activists who organized annual commemorations of China's deadly 1989 Tiananmen crackdown were charged under Hong Kong's Beijing-backed national security law.
Hong Kong Tiananmen activists sentenced up to 7 years
Three pro-democracy activists who organized annual commemorations of China's deadly 1989 Tiananmen crackdown were charged under Hong Kong's Beijing-backed national security law.
Magyar vs. Moscow: Hungary toughens stance toward Russia
Prime Minister Peter Magyar has abruptly ended the era of his predecessor's warm relations with Russia: Hungary has expelled 10 Russian diplomats. The Kremlin is considering halti…
Magyar vs. Moscow: Hungary's new tough stance toward Russia
Hungarian PM Peter Magyar has abruptly ended the era of his predecessor's warm relations with Russia: Budapest has expelled 10 Russian diplomats from the country. Moscow is consid…
Philippines ferry fire: Search continues for dozens missing
Firefighters searching for survivors combed through the smoking remains of a ferry off the coast of Coron island in the Philippines. Five people died and over 40 have been rescued
India news: Putin, Modi to hold talks ahead of BRICS Summit
Modi will also meet Xi Jinping as India seeks to balance ties with China and Russia. The wars in Ukraine and Iran could test the group's unity at the summit. Follow DW for more.
Germany's connection to the 9/11 attacks
The 9/11 plot, including the twin tower attacks, was partly planned by the so-called Hamburg cell. A look at how Germany's national security was reshaped.
Germany's connection to the September 11 attacks
The 9/11 plot, including the twin tower attacks, was partly planned by the so-called Hamburg cell. A look at how Germany's national security was reshaped.