Cuba: Protesters attack ruling party's office amid blackouts
Long, daily blackouts ignited by a US oil blockade have pushed Cuban residents to the edge. On Friday, Havana acknowledged talks with the US to diffuse the situation.
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Belarus' Kolesnikova receives Charlemagne Prize in Germany
Belarusian opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova was awarded the Aachen-based prize in 2022 in absentia. She has now collected it after having been released from prison in December.
Pakistan shoots down Taliban drones after strikes on Kabul
Pakistan's military said it intercepted "rudimentary drones" from Afghanistan. It comes a day after Pakistan launched deadly strikes on Kabul as well as strikes in Kandahar Province.
Amsterdam Jewish school targeted in attack
No injuries were reported in what Amsterdam's Mayor Femke Halsema described as a "deliberate attack." It follows an arson attack on a synagogue in Rotterdam a day earlier.
US vs. Iran: Three generations of conflict
Three key moments that shaped Iranian and American attitudes toward each other — and show why mistrust endures.
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Russia working to 'tip scale' for Orban in Hungary election
Viktor Orban has long been pro-Russia. Now, there are signs that the Kremlin is working to secure his reelection and turning Hungary’s election into a referendum on whether voters want to be closer to the EU or Russia.
'Whoever wins the drone war in Ukraine dominates.' Inside the high-tech battle on the Kupiansk front, where every move is watched
From reconnaissance drones to ground robots, high-tech systems play a key role in Ukraine’s defense. In the Kharkiv region, DW witnessed how they operate firsthand.
As Iran war rages, Gulf neighbors worry about security
As Israel and the United States continue to pummel Iran and Iran retaliates with rockets throughout the region, experts say a return to diplomacy is needed to end the war.
Russia and Ukraine wage high-tech war in the 'death zone'
From reconnaissance drones to ground robots, high-tech systems play a key role in Ukraine’s defense. In the Kharkiv region, DW witnessed how they operate firsthand.
Ethnic Serbs fear impact of Kosovo's Law on Foreigners
Many Kosovo Serbs retain Serbian citizenship. They fear that the enforcement from Sunday of Kosovo's Law on Foreigners will mean that they will be treated as foreign nationals and face considerable restrictions.
Republic of the Congo elections: A foregone conclusion?
Voters in the Republic of the Congo (Brazaville) go to the polls this Sunday to elect their next leader. Many political analysts predict victory for the longtime President Denis Sassou Nguesso.
Oil for cash? Ukraine-Hungary tension continues to escalate
Hungary has seized a Ukrainian cash transporter and is pressuring Kyiv to resume oil deliveries. As Zelenskyy decries "banditry," will Ukraine get its cash back?
Who is Pakistan supporting in Iran war?
Islamabad has so far presented itself as a "neutral" party in the conflict, condemning the US-Israeli strikes on Iran as well as castigating Tehran for its attacks on Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries.
Zelenskyy meets Macron as Iran war overshadows Ukraine
The Ukrainian president is in Paris for talks with one of Kyiv's staunchest allies. The meeting comes as the US-Israeli war on Iran has removed pressure on Moscow, and derailed Ukraine peace talks.
Balen Shah: From rebel outsider to Nepal's next prime minister
Balendra "Balen" Shah's historic leap from Kathmandu's streets to national power marks a dramatic shift in Nepali politics and a major test for a new government.
Balen Shah: From rebel outsider to Nepal’s next prime minister
Balendra "Balen" Shah's historic leap from Kathmandu's streets to national power marks a dramatic shift in Nepali politics and a major test for a new government.
Ghana's new gold royalty hike shakes mining industry
As gold prices surge, Ghana has introduced a new 'sliding-scale' to capture more royalties from its mined gold. Mining giants say the new rates could scare away new investors and force some to move elsewhere.
Oil for cash? Ukraine–Hungary tension continues to escalate
Hungary has seized a Ukrainian cash transporter and is pressuring Kyiv to resume oil deliveries. As Zelenskyy decries "banditry," will Ukraine get its cash back?
Taiwan parliament approves major arms deal with US
The weapons approved are part of an $11 billion arms package announced by Washington in December. The package marked a significant US effort to bolster security on the island that China sees as its territory.
From broker to bystander: Europe's Iran problem
Europe was once central to diplomacy with Iran, helping broker the 2015 nuclear deal. But the current crisis has exposed a less influential EU. Can the bloc still shape events or has it been reduced to the sidelines?
Pakistan bombs Kabul and Afghan border provinces
Pakistan's airforce struck the Afghan capital city and several border provinces overnight, Taliban officials have said.
US temporarily allows sale of Russian oil stranded at sea
The US Treasury Department license allows the sale of Russian oil already loaded onto vessels for the next 30 days.
Cuba to release 51 prisoners after talks with Vatican
It remains unclear if any political prisoners will be among those set freed. Rights groups say more than 1,200 political detainees remain in Cuban jails.
Ukraine: Kyiv's anti-drone tech in demand in Gulf and NATO
The war in the Middle East is dominating the news but Ukraine is still under fire from Russia. Kyiv is now offering insight into shooting down Iranian drones in exchange for continued support from its allies.
With focus on Iran, Israeli settlers wage West Bank violence
As Israel and the United States continue their war on Iran, settlers are pushing deeper into Palestinian land in the West Bank. At least five Palestinians have been killed in a series of recent attacks by settlers.
Suspect killed after attack on Detroit-area synagogue
A rifle‑wielding man rammed his car into the largest Reform synagogue in the United States. The suspect was dead but nobody else was hurt.
Police respond to 'active shooter' at Detroit-area synagogue
Police in the US state of Michigan say are responding to "reports of an active shooter" at the Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield.
EU states must provide proper ID for transgender citizens
The EU's top court on Thursday said the bloc's countries must provide trans citizens IDs reflecting their "lived gender." The case was referred to the ECJ by Bulgaria, which sought clarity on the issue.
Afghan refugees and Iran's poorest bear the brunt of war
Thousands of Afghans are attempting to leave Iran amid intensifying attacks and collapsing infrastructure. While children face growing hunger and disease, undocumented refugees in cities like Tehran remain stranded.
Serbia imports more arms than other Western Balkan states
Data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute indicates that while military spending across the Western Balkans has increased, Serbia is the Number 1 importer of major weapons systems in the region.