Venezuela: Death toll nears 2,000 as rescue hopes fade
After the earthquakes, almost 2,000 people are confirmed dead, and about 43,000 remain missing. Aid agencies warn of worsening hunger and disease amid an overwhelmed healthcare system.
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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.
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 issue is eroding support within his base.
'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 crackdown and a looming power shift.
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.
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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: 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.
US-India trade deal: The key sticking points
Both India and the US have signaled that the first phase of a landmark trade deal is close. DW looks at the main challenges in getting a deal past the finish line.
Alarm over alleged abuse in French schools and nurseries
Hundreds of alleged cases of physical and sexual assault against children in French nurseries and elementary schools have revealed flaws in the system, experts say. They argue that reforms are urgently needed.
Pride Month has great significance for those who feel invisible. In Slovenia, many LGBTQ+ people understand just what that means
One of the first steps taken by Slovenia's new right-wing government in June was to remove the rainbow flag outside the Culture Ministry. As Pride Month draws to a close, DW surveys the situation of the LGBTQ+ community.
Poland orders Swedish submarines to bulk up navy
Poland has placed an order for three Swedish submarines in an effort to step up defense capabilities. The NATO member is modernizing its navy in the face of Russian aggression at its borders.
UK-Africa relations: Starmer's 'reset' that never delivered
Back in 2024 British Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised a fresh UK–Africa partnership. Two years later, his resignation leaves unfinished ambitions, scaled-back aid and questions about Britain's long-term commitment.
US-India trade deal: Inside the key sticking points
Both India and the US have signaled that the first phase of a landmark trade deal is close. DW looks at the main challenges in getting a deal past the finish line.
In Slovenia, Pride meets growing support — and hostility
One of the first actions of Janez Jansa's government was to remove the rainbow flag outside the Culture Ministry in early June. As Pride Month draws to a close, DW looks at the situation for Slovenia's LGBTQ+ community.
Can Thailand, Cambodia unlock massive oil and gas reserves?
An estimated $300 billion in oil and gas reserves is sitting under overlapping territory in the Gulf of Thailand. Cooperation is complicated by political tensions over a separate land border dispute.
Hungary: Magyar's 'Operation Purgatory' tackles Orban system
The new Hungarian government is moving swiftly to dismantle the system of former Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The focus: fighting corruption, reforming the media and protecting democracy.
South Africa braces for anti-migrant protests
Tensions are rising ahead of planned anti-migrant protests on June 30, as South Africa's government warns against violence. Analysts say deep social and economic crises are fueling unrest and xenophobia.
Uganda military chief shuts media outlets, slams 'free press'
Muhoozi Kainerugaba said that he issued the order as he does not "believe in a free press." He is the son of President Yoweri Museveni, who has held his grip on power for decades.
Pakistan's Geo News apologizes for Muharram broadcast
The broadcaster Geo News was handed a 15-day suspension for a documentary that was "liable to hurt the religious sentiments of viewers," Pakistan's media watchdog said.
Saudi Aramco helicopter crashes, all 14 passengers killed
Saudi Arabian media report that the helicopter crashed in Ras Tanura on the country's eastern coast early on Sunday. It said that all 14 Saudi nationals on board were killed, and the cause of the crash was unclear.
Albania's 'Flamingo Revolution': What's behind the protests?
For weeks now, images of crowds of Albanians protesting on the streets have been relayed around the world. The protesters say they are fighting for democracy. PM Edi Rama insists the movement is part of a hybrid war.
With 'Operation Purgatory,' Magyar moves to demolish Orban system
The new Hungarian government is moving swiftly to dismantle the system of former Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The focus: fighting corruption, reforming the media and protecting democracy.
Why is the US targeting Germany's drug industry?
A new trade probe is reigniting a long-running clash over who should pay for medical innovation. Washington argues Germans benefit from lower prices while US patients shoulder a disproportionate share of the costs.
Ukraine strikes Russian weapons plant, Moscow fuel hub
The two attacks, in Volgograd and Vladimir regions, are part of President Zelenskyy's strategy to bring the war to the Russian people and force Putin into peace negotiations.
How the Iran war has disrupted Abu Dhabi's AI strategy
Abu Dhabi's ambitions to turn the United Arab Emirates into a global hub for digital infrastructure and artificial Intelligence face pressure after the Iran war. But the country is also known for its business resilience.
Military-age Ukrainian men could lose EU protection
The European Commission has suggested withdrawing protection status for military-age Ukrainian males. A number of EU countries support the move — and so does Kyiv.
Fact check: Throwing cold water on heat wave disinformation
An outdated air-conditioning law, a viral health myth about sleeping with the fan on and the age-old climate change hoax allegation: DW checked what's spreading in Europe's heat wave.
Fact check: throwing cold water on heat wave disinformation
An outdated air-conditioning law, a viral health myth about sleeping with the fan on and the age-old climate change hoax allegation: DW checked what's spreading in Europe's heat wave.
Fact check: Throwing cold water on heatwave disinformation as Europe swelters
An outdated air-conditioning law, a viral health myth about sleeping with the fan on, and the age-old climate change hoax allegation. DW checked what's spreading in Europe's heatwave.
How the Iran war impacts Abu Dhabi's AI strategy
Abu Dhabi's ambitions to turn the UAE into a global hub for digital infrastructure and AI, dubbed "UAE AI Strategy 2031," face pressure after the war with Iran. But the UAE is also known for its business resilience.