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China's missile tests builds on Pacific nuclear deterrence
US allies in the Pacific condemned what Beijing has called a "routine" intercontinental ballistic missile test, which comes as China seeks to demonstrate its growing military capa…
Mbappe hits back at racist insults from Paraguay senator
A Paraguayan senator has sparked outrage with racist insults directed at footballer Kylian Mbappe. The French FA says it will take legal action, and President Emmanuel Macron has …
Germany news: Breweries tap thirst for alcohol-free beer
Germany is producing more non-alcoholic beer as consumer tastes change. Meanwhile, a top court is reviewing a Bavarian law that allows police intervention before a concrete threat…
Germany: Record debt and a seismic policy shift
The German government's draft budget for 2027 includes more money for the military and less for everything else, while debt continues to grow rapidly. The Cabinet has approved it,…
India news: Several trapped after deadly Kerala landslide
A landslide in Kerala's Wayanad district killed one and injured at least seven. Officials said more than 10 people could be trapped under the debris. DW has the latest.
Syria: 18 injured in Damascus blasts during Macron visit
Explosions occurred near the Four Seasons hotel in the Syrian capital as French President Emmanuel Macron embarked on a landmark visit.
Japan, China coast guards square off near disputed islands
Japanese and Chinese coast guard vessels confronted each other near the disputed Senkaku island chain, with both sides claiming they expelled the other. The incident comes amid ri…
Could football break away from FIFA and its World Cup?
FIFA’s actions at the World Cup, and closeness to Donald Trump, have put the organization under fire. Federations, fans, coaches and players have gone public with complaints, but …
France's Marine Le Pen fraud conviction upheld, with a 15-month ban on running for office
Under the appeals verdict, the far-right leader may be able to run for president in 2027, though she would have to wear an ankle monitor. She has previously said she would not run…
France's Marine Le Pen awaits verdict in pivotal case
A guilty verdict will result in the far-right leader being barred from running for president in 2027.
Why Volkswagen's huge workforce became a costly burden
The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be enough to survive the…
How Volkswagen's huge workforce became a liability
The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be enough to survive the…
China's Xi urges 'all-out' efforts amid deadly storms
China is reeling from multiple extreme weather events, including tornadoes and thunderstorms. Many people have died, hundreds are injured and thousands have been evacuated.
India news: Delhi to supply Indonesia with BrahMos missiles
PM Narendra Modi met with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at the start of a two-day visit to Jakarta. Both sides are expected to sign multiple agreements to deepen defense a…
NATO summit: Allies in Ankara for talks, defense deals
The leaders of NATO's 32 member states are holding two days of talks in the Turkish capital. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the summit aims to ensure the military alliance…
Belgium knocks US out of World Cup after Balogun controversy
The striker left little impact on the game as the US became the last World Cup host to be eliminated from the tournament.
Oil tanker struck in Strait of Hormuz, UK says
The incident occurred east of Limah, Oman. A projectile struck a tanker and caused a fire while it was traveling southbound, with no casualties reported.
Microsoft to cut thousands of jobs, Xbox to be hit hard
The move will affect the company's gaming division, which has been facing the outcome of a "not healthy" business model. The jobs cut will not be replaced by AI, Microsoft's VP sa…
Canada awards Germany major submarine contract
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the purchase of up to 12 German-built submarines will be the "largest in Canadian history." The deal comes ahead of the NATO summit Ankara.
Canada to buy up to 12 submarines from Germany in historic deal, Canadian PM Carney announces
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said "this procurement will be the largest in Canadian history." The deal comes ahead of the NATO summit Ankara.
NATO chief boasts European spending ahead of key summit
Under pressure from Washington, the impetus is on European NATO members at this week's summit in Ankara to show they can deliver on defense spending commitments.
Emmanuel Macron visits Syria, 18 months after Assad's fall
The French president landed in Damascus on Monday evening. He's the first EU leader to visit the country since Bashar Assad's sudden downfall and the rise of former militant turne…
Senegal's power struggle: Referendum to decide on constitutional reform
Senegal's constitional reform has caused considerable political uproar. The public will now be asked to vote on the proposed amendments. Under a new constitution, the powers of Pr…
Spain's 'running of the bulls' festival opens in Pamplona
Revelers poured red wine and held traditional red scarfs for the "Chupinazo," the opening of a festival in northern Spain where hundreds of people are chased through narrow street…
Austrian court convicts 2 former Syrian officials of abuse
A Vienna court has convicted two former Syrian security officials, including the former intelligence chief in Raqqa, for offenses including torture and sexual assault against oppo…
Austrian court convicts 2 former Syrian officials of torture
A Vienna court has convicted two former Syrian security officials, includng the former intelligence chief in Raqqa, for offenses including torture and sexual assault against oppon…
Can India, Europe build a clean energy supply chain beyond China?
With China dominating every step of the solar energy production chain, governments in India and Europe are looking to reduce their overreliance on a single supplier.
Weapons of long-ago conflicts still haunt people of Laos
As decommissioning teams seek out unexploded ordnance in paddy fields, forests and rural pastures, Laos prepares to host a review conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions.
Weapons of long-ago conflicts still haunt the people of Laos
As decommissioning teams seek out unexploded ordnance in paddy fields, forests and rural pastures, Laos prepares to host a review conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions.
Why migrants come to Germany for work and then leave again
Germany has long attracted skilled workers to its labor market. The country has been much less successful at retaining them. So what is Germany doing wrong?