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Germany's heat wave is over, political fallout has just begun
Following a major heat wave, critics say the government needs to do more to adapt to climate change. What can policymakers do to ensure the country is better prepared for extreme …
In Germany, political fallout from heat wave begins
Following a major heat wave, critics say the government needs to do more to adapt to climate change. What can policymakers do to ensure the country is better prepared for extreme …
Germany's heat wave has a political fallout
In the wake of the heat wave, critics say the government needs to do more to adapt to climate change.
Israel peace deal greeted with skepticism, fear in Lebanon
Even Lebanese locals who don't like Hezbollah, the local group fighting Israel, are deeply concerned about the deal their government has made with the neighboring country.
Angela Merkel unveils official portrait in Berlin
On Tuesday former German Chancellor Merkel presented the painting for the official portrait gallery of the country's heads of government. She had previously inspired many artists.
US envoys arrive in Qatar with state of Iran talks unclear
The US and Iran have agreed to refrain from hostilities after a recent flareup, but Washington and Tehran have given conflicting statements on how talks are to proceed. DW has mor…
Germany's heatwave has a political fallout
In the wake of the heat wave, critics say the government needs to do more to adapt to climate change.
US top court backs birthright citizenship in rebuke to Trump
US President Donald Trump had issued an executive order that would have changed constitutional guarantees that people born on US soil are citizens.
US birthright citizenship: What does Trump's loss mean?
The US Supreme Court has blocked Donald Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship, leaving US law unchanged. But why was the issue so important to Donald Trump, and what does …
US birthright citizenship: What changes if it's removed?
The US Supreme Court will soon decide whether being born in the USA is still enough to make a person a US citizen. The repeal of birthright citizenship is important to Donald Trum…
'Under siege': Uganda's army chief clamps down on the press
Amnesty urges Uganda to end harassment after army chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, shut down major independent media outlets. Analysts see the move as part of a widening press crackdow…
Portugal's 'golden visa' delays spark legal fight
After waiting years for their "golden visas," investors are taking Portugal to court. Tougher citizenship rules have added fuel to the growing dispute.
Will alleged crime ties damage Serbia's ruling party?
Pressure on President Aleksandar Vucic is growing as years of investigations into alleged links between the state and organized crime coincide with a gang war. Experts say the iss…
Swift Boost Mission: An opportunity for science and defense
Instead of letting a 22-year-old space telescope fall to Earth, NASA wants to rescue the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory with a robotic spacecraft designed to boost the telescope b…
Why a passport may not prove you're Indian
A passport controversy has reignited debate over how citizenship is proven in India, with voter-list revisions exposing systemic gaps and raising fears of wrongful exclusion.
South Africa on edge amid anti-migrant protests
Anti-immigrant groups set June 30 as an unofficial "deadline" for undocumented migrants to leave, with protests taking place across South Africa. DW has more.
South Africa on edge with anti-migrant protests underway
Anti-immigrant groups have set June 30 as an unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to leave, with protests taking place across South Africa. Authorities say little violenc…
Pope pleads with breakaway Catholics before possible schism
Pope Leo XIV has called on a rebel Catholic group to call off a planned consecration of bishops. Such a move could trigger a full schism with the mainstream Catholic Church.
India news: US envoy says trade deal breakthrough in sight
With both India and the US trying to project optimism on trade talks, US Ambassador Sergio Gor said the initial deal was in its "final steps." Opposition politician Ajay Rai claim…
India: Congress' Ajay Rai claims 'arrest' amid Ram temple embezzlement row
Uttar Pradesh Congress leader Ajay Rai claimed he was being detained in Ayodhya as he tried to visit the Ram temple amid an ongoing embezzlement controversy.
Germany news: Stade attack victims yet to be identified
Police have yet to identify the six victims of a deadly shooting in the northern German city. Meanwhile, Germany's national men's football coach pledged to stay on the job after a…
Germany news: Police still to identify Stade attack victims
Police have yet to identify the six victims of a deadly shooting in Stade. Meanwhile, Germany's national men's football coach pledged to stay on the job after an early World Cup e…
For a third straight time, Germany is out of the FIFA World Cup earlier than expected. What went wrong this time?
Germany are out of the World Cup earlier than expected for the third straight time. How did this happen?
Germany out of 2026 World Cup: What went wrong?
Germany are out of the World Cup earlier than expected for the third straight time. How did this happen?
Middle East: Trump announces new Doha talks, Iran demurs
The US and Iran have agreed to refrain from hostilities after a recent flareup, according to Washington, with US President Trump anouncing new talks will be held in Doha. Iran has…
US: Self-exiled Chinese billionaire sentenced to 30 years in prison
Guo Wengui was a close ally of former Donald Trump aide Steve Bannon, with whom he co-founded a movement aiming to overthrow the Chinese government.
South Africa on edge ahead of anti-migrant protests
Anti-immigrant groups have set June 30 as an unofficial deadline for undocumented migrants to leave, with protests planned across South Africa. Large numbers of security forces ha…
Ukrainian oligarch reportedly injured in Monaco blast
Vadym Yermolaiev was sanctioned by Ukraine for allegedly doing business in Russian-occupied Crimea. Two other people were also injured, including a 13-year-old.
Ukrainian oligarch injured in Monaco blast — report
Vadym Yermolaiev was sanctioned by Ukraine for allegedly doing business in Russian-occupied Crimea. Two other people were also injured, including a 13-year-old.
Germany out of World Cup after loss on penalties to Paraguay
Germany lost in dramatic fashion against Paraguay in Boston to exit the 2026 World Cup at the first knockout stage.