Middle East: Israel returns to ceasefire after Gaza strikes
The Israeli army says it will return to the ceasefire after accusing Hamas of violating the truce. Gaza officials say at least 33 people were killed in Israeli strikes across the enclave. DW has more.
Middle East: Israel strikes southern Gaza despite ceasefire
Israel's military has launched attacks in Gaza after an alleged Hamas violation of the ceasefire. The Gaza Health Ministry says it has received the bodies of 15 prisoners held by Israel. DW has more.
Middle East: Israel returns bodies to Gaza after hostage ID'd
Israel has returned more Palestinian bodies in exchange for its own dead hostages. Meanwhile, Israelis are holding a large rally in Tel Aviv to call for the return of the deceased hostages. DW has more.
German media bias falsely inflates crime by foreigners
Violent crimes committed by foreigners are covered in the media far more frequently than is justified by their share in police crime statistics, a new study has found.
Kenya: Odinga’s final farewell draws thousands, injuries reported
Kenyan opposition leader Raila Oding's body was flown from Nairobi to Kisumu for a final public viewing, marking the end of a deadly period of mourning.
'Das crazy' is the German Youth Word of the Year 2025
Selected by Germany's youth as their trendiest slang of the year, the expression "das crazy" beat two other shortlisted favorites, "goonen" and "checkst du."
Ukraine updates: Trump ambivalent on Tomahawks — Zelenskyy
The US president has not said definitively if Kyiv will receive long-range Tomahawk missiles, Ukraine's Zelenskyy says. European leaders have held a "productive" call with the Ukrainian president. DW has more.
Iran says it's no longer bound by nuclear deal limits
The JCPOA imposed significant restrictions on Iran, in exchange for sanctions relief, to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons.
Pakistan and Afghanistan set for crisis talks in Doha
A truce that halted fierce fighting between the neighboring countries ended hours before the delegations were due to meet and fresh attacks have been reported.
Germany news: Merz's CDU mulls strategy on far-right AfD
Friedrich Merz's CDU is debating its approach to the AfD amid calls from some members to cooperate with the far-right party. The new head of Germany's rail operator Deutsche Bahn has vowed a "fresh start." DW has more.
Germany news: Merz sees AfD as 'main opponent' in elections
Chancellor Friedrich Merz says his party will keep its ban on working with the far-right AfD. Flag carrier Lufthansa wants to potentially cut more flight routes within Germany. DW has more.
China tariffs 'not sustainable' — Trump
Trump made the comments ahead of a planned visit by US Secretary Treasury Scott Bessent to China. Beijing and Washington are aiming to avoid another tit-for-tat tariff tussle.
Turkish Cypriots face two paths as they elect new leader
With incumbent Ersin Tatar promoting a two-state approach aligned with Turkey and opposition candidate Tufan Erhurman pushing for a UN-backed federal solution, Turkish Cypriots face a high-stakes election.
Germany's Merz under fire for 'racist' deportation comment
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz recently praised his government's tough stance on immigration, but said "problems in the cityscape" persisted. His offhand remark has sparked fierce criticism from opposition lawmakers.
Scam-linked South Koreans held in Cambodia return home under arrest
Over 60 South Korean nationals accused of being involved in cyberscam schemes in Cambodia have been repatriated to their country. South Korea has placed them under arrest and launched a criminal investigation.
Trump commutes prison sentence of ex-lawmaker George Santos
US President Donald Trump commuted the prison sentence of disgraced former New York Congressman George Santos, who was serving a 7-year prison term for fraud and identity theft, and ordered his immediate release.
Trump asks Supreme Court to allow Chicago troop deployment
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to allow it to send National Guard troops to the Chicago area, after a federal appeals court ruled against its effort to do so.
US holding survivors from 'drug boat' off Venezuela
Reports suggest the US has detained two individuals who survived an attack on their vessel in the Caribbean. US President Donald Trump claimed it was a narco submarine.
Trump's Venezuela push: More US meddling in Latin America?
Donald Trump has confirmed CIA operatives are active in Venezuela. It's not the first time that the US has interfered in Latin American politics — but is this a sign of more US meddling to come?
Prince Andrew sheds title as Epstein scrutiny grows
The brother of King Charles III says he will give up using his Duke of York title and other honors amid renewed scrutiny of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Buckingham Palace said the move aims to end distractions.
