German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the European Commission's long-term budget proposal for 2028 to 2034 was "far too high" and called for a new proposal.

US and regional officials say Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a new ceasefire. This comes hours after four IDF soldiers were killed and Israel's government vowed retribution. DW has more.

US and Iranian delegates will not be meeting on Friday as scheduled, the Swiss Foreign Ministry has said. The White House blamed logistical issues for US Vice President JD Vance delaying his flight. DW has more.

The Trump administration has restricted foreign access to Anthropic's latest AI models over security fears, forcing a global shutdown. Could the row hurt the Claude-maker's IPO plans and set a far-reaching precedent?

Germany's 2026 World Cup squad has leaders with African heritage. The diversity of the team is a strength.

The ban on Telegram has prompted the most high-profile tussle between a tech giant and the Indian government this year.

JD Vance and his delegation have postponed the trip to Geneva to meet Iranian negotiators, the White House said, citing logistical issues. DW has the latest.

The by-election victory paves the way for Burnham to challenge Keir Starmer's leadership.

The US Trade Representative said a new probe would determine if Germany was a underpaying for pharmaceuticals.

The president of the UN General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, praises the diversity of Germany's football team as it plays in the World Cup.

European Union leaders agreed to extend sanctions against Russia for 12 months. Meeting in Brussels, the leaders are also set to address the bloc's next long-term budget and global economic challenges. DW has more.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a social media ban for all children under 15. Platforms have one year to review and remove under-age accounts or face stiff penalties.

Skrepezki was known for his scathing caricatures of Russian President Vladimir Putin. His suspected killer has been apprehended.

European Union leaders are gathering in Brussels for a two-day summit. The meeting is expected to focus on supporting Ukraine, the EU’s next long-term budget, and addressing global economic challenges. DW has more.

Elephants striker Elye Wahi is being investigated in France in connection to allegations of match-fixing. The 23-year-old, who is contracted to Eintracht Frankfurt, is not the first player to be denied a Canadian visa.

Following the tentative deal with the US, Iran is planning to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The German Bundeswehr is planning to assist with the mine-clearing.

Israel's foreign minister says he is severing contact with the EU's foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas. Gideon Saar attributed the move to a media report alleging that Kallas compared Israel to apartheid-era South Africa.

Even amid an ongoing energy crunch, major economies are dodging firm timelines to phase out coal, oil and gas. Fossil fuel-producing nations now fear new clean energy alliances could ramp up the pressure to go green.

Being encouraging and building confidence is what the German song "Gut genug" ("Good Enough") is all about. A meme is now bringing the track and its message to millions of people around the world.

An end to fighting and relief from a global energy crunch is a welcome development, but critics say the US may have rushed into a bad deal. US-Iran talks in Switzerland will reveal more.