5 charged in plot to attack Trump's UFC event, DOJ says
The alleged plan called for flying explosives-laden drones and shooting panicked crowd members as they fled the event on the White House lawn.
Russian ship fires warning shots at British yacht in Channel
Russia's Defense Ministry fired at a boat that made a "dangerous approach." The incident took place outside of UK territorial waters in the English Channel south of the Isle of Wight.
CRISPR gene-editing for crops: Precision tool or new risk?
The EU is poised to ease restrictions on crops developed using novel genetic techniques. While supporters say the technology could help farmers adapt to climate change, critics argue its effects remain poorly understood.
Why women's inheritance reform has stalled across Arab world
Sharia-based inheritance laws continue to disadvantage millions of women across the Middle East. What could prompt real change for the next generation of girls?
G7: Trump says Russia should 'make a deal' on Ukraine
US President Donald Trump said he has a "good" meeting with Ukraine's Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 summit, as European leaders look to add pressure on Russia. DW has the latest.
Failed joint jet project highlights Europe's defense dilemma
The collapse of a Franco-German fighter jet project and a faltering joint battle tank program show how national industrial interests can outweigh common defense objectives.
US, Iran, Hezbollah spar over murky terms of ceasefire deal
Iran's top diplomat has said continued Israeli presence in Lebanon would violate the interim US–Iran deal to end the war. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists Israel will remain as long as necessary. DW has more.
Germany: 25 years since Nazi forced labor compensation began
A German fund set up to compensate the millions forced to work for the Nazi regime is marking 25 years since the first payments were made. But for many victims, it was much too late.
Pakistan raises defense spending amid regional conflicts
The sharp defense spending hike highlights lessons Pakistan has learned from recent conflicts with India and a growing focus on new warfare technologies, regardless of economic constraints imposed by the IMF.
Is the Iran war weakening the US' superpower status?
The US is still unrivaled in its ability to project military strength around the world, but Iran's success in blocking the Strait of Hormuz has raised tough question on America's role as protector of global trade.
Does the Iran war diminish US superpower status?
The US is still unrivaled in its ability to project military strength around the world, but Iran's success in blocking the Strait of Hormuz has raised tough question on America's role as protector of global trade.
How Germany and Poland rebooted relations 35 years ago
When Germany and Poland signed the Treaty on Good Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation in June 1991, they chose partnership over enmity and became close NATO and EU allies. But it hasn't all been plain sailing.
Russian artist critical of Putin shot dead in Poland
Three days before his killing, Semyon Skrepetsky had protested outside the Russian embassy in Berlin. He held an icon-like caricature of Russian President Vladimir Putin with Soviet leader Josef Stalin.
Germany's Merz: Who are his international allies?
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has forged relations with Donald Trump, Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer and Giorgia Meloni. With some he is surprisingly close.
Diplomats and abuse — chipping at the shield of immunity
Domestic workers who were mistreated by diplomats are often denied justice due to their abusers enjoying diplomatic immunity. But court rulings in the UK and Switzerland have paved the way for change.
Diplomats and abuse — chipping at the shied of immunity
Domestic workers who were mistreated by diplomats are often denied justice due to their abusers enjoying diplomatic immunity. But court rulings in the UK and Switzerland have paved the way for change.
European Parliament approves US trade deal to lower tariffs
The European Parliament has approved cutting tariffs on many US imports to comply with a deal signed last year. US President Trump had given the bloc a July 4 deadline to meet its side of the deal.
European Parliament approves US tariff deal
The European Parliament has approved cutting tariffs on many US imports to comply with a deal signed last year. US President Trump had given the bloc a July 4 deadline to meet its side of the deal.
Germany news: Population shrinks for first time since 2020
A dip in net migration meant it could not cancel out Germany's low birth rates in 2025. Meanwhile, fuel prices fell amid news of a possible deal between the US and Iran. And Merz gives Trump a Germany jersey. More on DW.
Germany news: Population shrinks for first time since COVID-induced dip in 2020
A dip in net migration meant it could not cancel out Germany's low birth rates in 2025. Meanwhile, fuel prices dip amid news of a possible deal between the US and Iran. And Merz gives Trump a Germany jersey. DW has more.
