Iran's Araghchi visits Russia as talks with US on hold
Iran's foreign minister is continuing his diplomatic drive amid the war against his country with a trip to Russia. It comes after planned talks with the US in Pakistan were canceled.
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SIPRI: Record arms spending, again
Global military spending hit a record high in 2025. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) warns the trend is likely to continue — and carries additional risks.
Colombia highway bomb attack kills at least 19
Suspected guerillas carried out a deadly explosives attack on the Pan-American Highway in southwest Colombia. The region has been gripped by violence over the past few days.
Russia, North Korea agree 'long-term' military cooperation
Russia's defense minister and the chairman of the State Duma are both visiting North Korea. One helped inaugurate a memorial to North Korean soldiers killed fighting Ukraine, the other hashed out a new defense deal.
Colombia highway bomb attack kills 19
Suspected guerillas carried out a deadly explosives attack on the Pan-American Highway in southwest Colombia. The region has been gripped by violence over the past few days.
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Syria: First trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus
A court in Damascus is trying one official in former President Bashar Assad's government in person, and several more in absentia. Assad and his brother are among the defendants. Both are thought to have fled to Russia.
Colombia highway bomb attack kills 14
Suspected guerrillas carried out a deadly explosives attack on the Pan-American Highway in southwest Colombia. The region has been gripped by violence over the past few days.
40 years after Chernobyl: Pripyat today
After the catastrophic accident in the nearby nuclear reactor, the city of Pripyat had to be completely evacuated. Some 50,000 people left their homes forever. DW visited the town with a former resident 40 years later.
Tea with Trump: Can King Charles salvage the UK-US 'special relationship'?
On a state visit to the US, the British monarch is being deployed to help steady increasingly strained US-UK relations. Can King Charles help repair the damaged so-called "special relationship?"
UK-US ties tested: Britain courts Trump with King Charles
On a state visit to the US, the British monarch is being deployed to help steady increasingly strained US-UK relations. Can King Charles help repair the damaged so-called "special relationship?"
Zelenskyy ready to hold Ukraine-Russia talks in Azerbaijan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country is ready to hold talks with Russia in Azerbaijan. Meanwhile, Russian attacks killed several people across Ukraine.
Tunisia suspends rights group amid widening repression
Tunisian authorities have ordered one of Africa's oldest rights groups to cease its activities for a month. The move comes as critics say the country is moving toward authoritarian rule.
Palestinians vote in municipal elections in Gaza, West Bank
Palestinians are going to the polls in the occupied West Bank and a part of Gaza in a first vote since the Gaza war.
Colombia, Venezuela hold key talks in post-Maduro visit
Colombia and Venezuela announced military cooperation to combat border "mafias" during President Gustavo Petro's visit to Caracas. Petro is the first leader to travel to Venezuela after Nicolas Maduro's removal.
US: Justice Department drops investigation into Fed Chair Powell
The closing of the investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell removes an obstacle to the appointment of Kevin Warsh, US President Donald Trump's pick for head of the central bank..
Ukraine: Zelenskyy visits Saudi Arabia, Putin weighs G20 attendance
Russian President Putin "may or not may not" attend the G20 in Miami in December, says the Kremlin. Meanwhile, after securing an EU loan, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy continued his diplomatic offensive in Saudi Arabia.
How Iran is wielding the Strait of Hormuz as leverage
While the US is signaling a desire to negotiate, Iranians are playing for time — counting on the world's dependence on Persian Gulf energy exports and their strongest weapon, the Strait of Hormuz.
Indians forced to return home as Iran war rocks Gulf economy
Thousands of Indian workers were forced to leave their jobs in the Gulf nations behind and return home due to the Iran war. Their future remains unclear, and now India itself is feeling the economic impact.
Nepal: Mount Everest ice block obstructs large group of spring climbers
A chunk of ice suspended above the Khumbu Icefall near Camp One on Mount Everest means it's not safe either for climbers or the specialist "icefall doctors" who typically clear away smaller obstructions.
Pope Leo stresses importance of dialogue on Africa trip
During a visit to four African countries, Pope Leo XIV has called for peace, unity and dialogue. He criticized war, corruption and inequality, urging leaders to put people first.
US soldier allegedly made $400k on Polymarket betting on Maduro raid
Prosecutors say the soldier used classified information of the Maduro operation to place winning bets on Polymarket. The case comes amid other incidents of prediction market bets tied to US government actions.
What is Europe's plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz?
France and the UK are leading efforts to establish a multinational mission to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Questions remain about the scope of the operation and whether it can bring lasting stability.
Is Ethiopia bracing for war?
Analysts say the war in Iran has temporarily delayed an escalation in smoldering tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. But renewed armed conflict cannot be ruled out.
Ceasefire extended: What's next in the Iran war?
With no fixed ceasefire deadline for now, the US and Iran are looking for ways to safeguard their own interests. DW takes a look at the main sticking points and explains some key issues.
UK: Health data volunteered by 500,000 people to Biobank charity listed for sale on Alibaba in China
The British government is investigating how health data volunteered to a charity for research purposes wound up for sale via three vendors on the Alibaba e-commerce site in China. One listing had 500,000 people's data.
Pope Leo stressed importance of dialogue on Africa trip
During a visit to four African countries, Pope Leo XIV called for peace, unity and dialogue. He criticized war, corruption and inequality, urging leaders to put people first.
Libya oscillates between cooperation and illusion
For the first time, representatives from both sides of Libya's political divide are participating in Flintlock, a multinational military exercise under US leadership. Is this a tentative sign of hope for reunification?
Iran: Daily life shadowed by war, scarcity and fear
The US naval blockade aims to put pressure on Tehran, but the effects are mostly felt by ordinary Iranians. Many of them find their lives shaped by growing exhaustion.
Pope Leo's Africa trip pushes peace and unity
During a visit to four African countries, Pope Leo XIV called for peace, unity and dialogue. He criticized war, corruption and inequality, urging leaders to put people first.
Iran war drives up costs for Africa's airlines
The Iran war is pushing up jet fuel prices, forcing African airlines to raise ticket prices, cancel flights and rethink operations to stay financially viable.