Iran accused of blocking SIM cards, digital access to silence dissent
DW has spoken with several Iranians who say their SIM cards, bank access and online accounts were blocked until they deleted critical content or pledged to stop activism.
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Argentina launches cash-for-citizenship scheme
Investors seeking the fastest but most costly route to Argentine citizenship can choose between a non-refundable gift of $350,000, or buying a government bond for $800,000, if they think that will pay off in the end.
This island in Kiribati could be the key to solve the Amelia Earhart mystery
Nearly 90 years after US aviator Amelia Earhart vanished over the Pacific, a new expedition to the remote island of Nikumaroro hopes a lagoon anomaly could finally reveal the fate of her missing aircraft.
Turkey: Stock market scandal hits half a million investors
Asset managers are alleged to have artificially inflated the value of their funds. Turkish authorities have made multiple arrests, and a leading AKP lawmakers has resigned.
Expedition hopes to finally solve the Amelia Earhart mystery
Nearly 90 years after Amelia Earhart vanished over the Pacific, a new expedition to the remote island of Nikumaroro hopes a lagoon anomaly could finally reveal the fate of her missing aircraft.
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Lost aviator Amelia Earhart: Can the mystery be solved?
Nearly 90 years after Amelia Earhart vanished over the Pacific, a new expedition to the remote island of Nikumaroro hopes a lagoon anomaly could finally reveal the fate of her missing aircraft.
Latvians head to the polls with Russia on their minds
On October 3, Latvians will elect a new parliament with Russia looming large over the campaign. Security fears dominate the agenda, but so does a debate over the economic cost of cutting ties with Moscow.
Turkey's stock market scandal affects nearly half a million investors. Police have made several arrests and an AKP politician has resigned.
Nearly half a million investors are affected, arrests have been made, and a female politician from the ruling party has resigned. What is behind the stock market manipulation scandal in Turkey?
Ukraine, South Korea clash over transfer of 2 North Korean prisoners
A diplomatic scandal has erupted over two North Korean prisoners of war, with South Korea demanding an apology from Ukraine. What's been the reaction in Kyiv?
EU ministers mull new ways to curb irregular migration
The proposals include setting up so-called return hubs outside the EU and strengthening the border agency Frontex. Greece has even proposed temporarily suspending asylum applications in emergency situations.
Ethiopia: Who could bring the warring sides to the negotiation table?
Ethiopia might be facing its most complex armed conflict in contempary times. The fragile 2022 peace deal has collapsed. International mediators have failed. How will the country manage to return to normal?
UAE launches Flydubai hijacking and terrorism investigation
The UAE's chief prosecutor said it's looking at the possibility of "terrorist activity or intent" in the alleged attempted hijacking of a Flydubai commercial flight to Tel Aviv. It says it has jurisdiction in the case.
Renee Good's family sues Trump admin over fatal ICE shooting
The family of Renee Good, one of two US citizens fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis in January, has sued President Donald Trump's administration alleging negligence and civil rights violations.
Zimbabwe tycoon Wicknell Chivayo dies in helicopter crash
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has confirmed the death of businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife in a helicopter crash, calling the high-rollers with a lavish lifestyle "consummately philanthropic."
North and South Korea trade accusations over landmines that injured three soldiers
A mine blast that injured three South Korean soldiers has renewed scrutiny of North Korea's actions along the border and raised questions about its strategic goals.
A brutal assault reignites fears over women's safety in India
A string of sexual assault cases has revived questions about women's safety in India, fuelling fear, protests and demands for action.
UAE launches flydubai hijacking and terrorism investigation
The UAE's chief prosecutor said it's looking at the possibility of "terrorist activity or intent" in the alleged attempted hijacking of a flydubai commercial flight to Tel Aviv. It says it has jurisdiction in the case.
France: Hundreds arrested as student protests escalate
Student protests have grown in scale and intensity, with violent clashes in some places leading to hundreds of arrests and dozens of injuries.
Gaza: NGO reports dire camp conditions, says Israel is moving 'Yellow Line'
The Danish Refugee Council alleges that Israel is employing "a policy of protracted displacement" in Gaza. It says the so-called "Yellow Line" is creeping west toward the coast, preventing many from returning home.
Ireland will boycott Eurovision again because of Israel's participation, but the song contest is still expanding.
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was marred by boycotts in protest against Israel's participation in the midst of its war on Gaza. It still aims to keep growing.
Five EU states plan first deportation center in Africa for 2027
Greece, Germany, Austria, Denmark and the Netherlands are moving forward with plans to establish deportation centers outside the EU. An African partner country has reportedly already been selected.
Are the Houthis winning against Saudi Arabia?
It's unclear how the Saudis can defuse the threat presented by the Houthis in next-door Yemen or who they can turn to for help. The US isn't interested, the Europeans are hedging and nobody wants open conflict with Iran.
Ethiopia: No regard for civilians as fighting in Tigray continues
Fighting has returned to northern Ethiopia, shattering a fragile peace in the region. DW spoke to civilians caught in the crossfire amid communication blackouts, as rebel and federal forces keep battling for territory.
Ireland will boycott Eurovision again because of Israel's participation, but the song contest is still expanding
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was marred by boycotts in protest against Israel's participation in the midst of its war on Gaza. It still aims to keep growing.
Hungary's reckoning with Orban's corrupt system picks up speed
Hungary's Prime Minister Peter Magyar vowed to dismantle Orban's corrupt networks. High-profile figures are being arrested and many Hungarians are pushing for swift accountability, but the rule of law takes time.
Lawyer of Junaid Hafeez, a Pakistai scholar imprisoned for 13 years, is hopeful for his release
A former Fullbright scholar, Junaid Hafeez was sentenced to death under Pakistan's controversial blasphemy laws. His family and lawyer told DW there is now hope a court will overturn the conviction.
The lawyer of Junaid Hafeez, a Fullbright scholar imprisoned for 13 years in a Pakistani jail, is hopeful for his release
A former Fullbright scholar, Junaid Hafeez was sentenced to death under Pakistan's controversial blasphemy laws. His family and lawyer told DW there is now hope a court will overturn the conviction.
Iran's nuclear program remains shrouded in mystery as the regime debates ditching non-proliferation
Iran's nuclear program is entering a critical phase as Tehran debates dropping out of a nuclear non-proliferation treaty. Satellite images also show activity at known nuclear sites.
Eurovision remains marred by geopolitics: Ireland will boycott again because of Israel's participation. Still, the song contest is expanding
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was marred by boycotts in protest against Israel's participation in the midst of its war on Gaza. It still aims to keep growing.
Bosnia elections: Polls overshadowed by exhaustion, exodus and geopolitics as ethnic politics eclipse real problems
Bosnia goes to the polls on October 4 to elect several parliaments and presidents. While voters worry about the economy and emigration, the campaign is focused on ethnicity, exposing the country's political paralysis.