China seeks Southeast Asia gains as US influence falters
Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to Southeast Asia shows how Beijing is trying to present itself as a steady regional partner as Southeast Asia grapples with war, tariffs and doubts over Washington's reliability.
Why anti-US sentiment is quietly growing in India
Indians are facing economic pain from the US-Israel war with Iran, and public sentiment toward President Donald Trump is turning sour. But experts say trouble has been brewing for a while.
Merz says US 'humiliated,' lacks strategy in Iran conflict
Germany's Friedrich Merz says Iran has appeared more resilient than the US expected and warned that the conflict is escalating without a clear exit strategy. He said an "entire nation" has been humiliated by Tehran.
US news: Suspect in DC gala shooting to appear in court
A suspect in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner is set to be formally charged in court. Plus, Britain's King Charles III is headed to the US after a security review cleared the planned trip.
Will the Iran war end Strait of Hormuz oil supremacy?
The conflict has brutally exposed the energy market's Achilles' heel. While global powers China, India and the EU push renewables, Gulf leaders are advancing plans for new bypass pipelines to safeguard their oil empires.
Will the Iran war end supremacy of Strait of Hormuz?
The conflict has brutally exposed the energy market's Achilles heel. While global powers China, India and the EU push renewables, Gulf leaders are advancing plans for new bypass pipelines to safeguard their oil empires.
Musk vs. OpenAI trial gets underway
Two giants in the AI sector are set for a courtroom battle: Elon Musk (xAI) is taking on Sam Altmann (OpenAI). Musk has accused Altmann of betraying OpenAI's originally nonprofit mission.
Musk vs. OpenAI trial to get underway
Two giants in the AI sector are set for a courtroom battle: Elon Musk (xAI) is taking on Sam Altmann (OpenAI). Musk has accused Altmann of betraying OpenAI's originally nonprofit mission.
Portugal's arms industry is taking off
Portugal has built up a surprisingly large, independent arms industry over the past five years. But whether it can be truly autonomous with the US as a major ally remains to be seen.
Germany news: Rise in young people refusing military service
Amid talk of a possible return of compulsory military service, more young Germans are applying for conscientious objector status. Meanwhile, Germany has become the world's fourth-largest military spender. DW has more.
India news: Delhi to get respite, heat wave persists in other parts
Storms are expected in the capital, but severe heat across multiple states would continue, India's weather department said. DW has the latest.
Iran war deadline heats up Trump-Congress showdown
A US president can order a military operation without congressional approval, but only for 60 days. After that they must seek formal approval from Congress. For the Iran war, this deadline expires on May 1.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Gunman was likely targeting Trump team, says official
The suspect in the attempted attack at the White House Correspondents' dinner is believed to have been targeting US President Donald Trump and members of his administration. DW has the latest.
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.
Germany pensions will fall short of living standards: Merz
Germany's state pension will only give "basic cover" in retirement, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned amid hot debate. How does the system compare globally?
