Military flare-up between Houthis and Saudi Arabia challenges relative calm in Yemen
Riyadh and Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels are on the brink of renewed conflict. Could war-ravaged Yemen be drawn into a wider Middle East war?
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Spain's PM heads to Ceuta after thousands breached border
Thousands of people continued pouring into Ceuta from Morocco during the night, after Spanish police lost control of the border. Unofficial estimates from security forces suggested more than 40,000 gained entry in a day.
Giving birth in Serbia: 'You leave your dignity at the door'
A months-long DW investigation into childbirth in Serbia revealed a striking pattern in women's negative experiences, the widespread use of practices not universally recommended by the WHO and a system under pressure.
Spain will send troops to Ceuta to help with border security
Authorities in the Spanish city of Ceuta asked Madrid to declare a national emergency and send military assistance. Crowds of people breached the border of the territory next to Morocco as police lost control.
Epstein files: How victims remain exposed to identification
US officials vowed to revise redactions after files exposed information that identified survivors of sexual abuse by Jeffrey Epstein and his associates. A DW investigation found that sensitive information remains online.
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Are Iran and Ukraine wars getting tangled in Caspian Sea?
Tehran has threatened a response after a Ukrainian strike on a Iranian cargo ship in the Caspian Sea that Kyiv says was carrying weapons to Russia. Still, Ukraine says it wants to avoid escalation with Tehran.
Human trafficking in Mexico: the dark side of tourism
By May, a record-breaking 20 million tourists had visited Mexico so far in 2026. But with increased tourism comes a heightened risk of human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Women and children are most vulnerable.
How crypto miners are stealing power in Southeast Asia
Across Southeast Asia, illegal cryptocurrency miners are stealing vast amounts of electricity, straining national grids and exposing links to organized crime.
Ceuta asks Spain to declare emergency over Morocco migrants
Authorities in the Spanish exclave of Ceuta have asked Madrid to declare a national emergency and offer military assistance. Footage showed crowds of people walking around the breakwaters to gain entry to the territory.
Crete wildfires cause evacuations and firefighter deaths
Wildfires on the Greek island of Crete are forcing thousands of residents and tourists to evacuate. Three firefighters have died as Greece becomes the latest country, after France and Spain, to face summer blazes.
French student fined over Singapore straw licking prank
A social media stunt involving a single straw has left a French student facing a hefty fine — and possible consequences for his right to remain in Singapore.
How well are LGBTQ+ rights protected across Europe?
After the attack on Berlin’s Pride event on Saturday, the situation of the LGBTQ+ community in Germany is a topic of conversation. How well are queer rights protected in other European countries? An overview.
Iran war: Egypt's difficult balancing act
The US-Iran war has already had a negative economic impact on Egypt. Now new threats from the Houthi group in Yemen are likely to worsen that. At the same time, Egypt is trying to stay on good terms with all parties.
How a Ugandan lost 20 years of her life to xenophobia
After decades of building lives in South Africa, renewed anti-immigrant tensions in 2026 forced hundreds of African migrants to leave. A Ugandan who spent two decades in South Africa shared with DW how she's coping.
Lebanon's pilot zone plan: Can it work?
The Israeli army has handed so-called "pilot zones" back to the Lebanese, The move is meant to facilitate an end to fighting between Hezbollah and Israel, and to Israeli occupation. But locals and experts are skeptical.
Iran signals gas price hike as fuel crisis looms
Iranian authorities want to dampen fuel consumption, but a sudden increase in gasoline prices risks social unrest as many Iranian households are already under severe economic pressure.
The Slovak village questioning its UNESCO status
The picturesque village of Vlkolinec in Slovakia has been on UNESCO's World Heritage List since 1993. Vlkolinec was recently in the headlines for wanting to be taken off the list. DW visited the village to find out why.
EU civil protection mechanism: Coordinating Europe's firefighters
French President Emmanuel Macron has activated the EU civil protection mechanism to help combat devastating wildfires. The system has become increasingly effective, yet it will reach its limits in the summer of 2026.
EU civil protection mechanism: coordinating Europe's firefighters
French President Emmanuel Macron has activated the EU civil protection mechanism to help combat devastating wildfires. The system has become increasingly effective, yet it will reach its limits in the summer of 2026.
Could US airstrikes stop insurgency in Mali?
US President Donald Trump is considering airstrikes against the Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM in Mali, according to multiple reports. Analysts say such attacks might weaken the jihadists but would not address the core issues.
Can US 'airstrikes' stop JNIM's insurgency in Mali?
US President Donald Trump is considering airstrikes against the Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM in Mali, according to multiple reports. Analysts say such attacks might weaken the jihadists but would not address the core issues.
Poland: Top court rejects recognizing EU same-sex marriages
Poland's constitutional court has overturned plans to recognize same-sex marriages that took place in other EU member states. This defies an order from the EU's top court and could set up a clash on the matter.
Will Pakistan intervene amid Houthi attacks on Saudi ships?
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are strategic defense partners, but experts say there are limits to how far Islamabad can go in opposing Iran-backed Houthis.
Flavio Bolsonaro gets party nod to run against Brazil's Lula
Flavio Bolsonaro won support from Argentine President Javier Milei and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, though tariffs imposed by Donald Trump's administration could complicate his path to the presidency.
Chad's government says it's withdrawing from the ICC
Chad's Foreign Ministry has announced plans to leave the International Criminal Court. It said that its effectiveness was "limited and uneven." Chad's leader is a military officer accused of repressing the opposition.
Indian youth score a win over Modi with humor and grit
Driven by social media satire, the Gen-Z-led "Cockroach" protest movement spurned by grievances over an exam scandal caused a shake-up in India's government. DW spoke with a few protesters in New Delhi.
Fujimori takes charge in Peru amid China, US balancing act
Peru's new president, Keiko Fujimori, has promised more security and investment. As she takes office, she'll have to find space for the South American nation amid Washington and Beijing's geopolitical rivalry.
Ghana's community service bill: A fix for the prison crisis?
The community service bill offers community service as an alternative to prison sentences, particularly for minor offenses. It's meant to decongest Ghana's prisons and prevent overcrowding once it's signed into law.
How India's Gen-Z protesters shifted the political debate
The resignation of India's education minister amounts to a stunning victory for the youth-led "Cockroach" protest movement. The bigger question is if this political momentum turns into a lasting platform for more reform.
Berlin Pride: Latest in string of deadly vehicle attacks
The attack at a Berlin Pride event is only the most recent incident on a long list where vehicles were used as weapons. The US, Canada, and China also saw similar attacks in recent years.