Nord Stream: Poland blocks extradition of suspect to Germany
Germany had sought the extradition of a Ukrainian suspected of involvement in sabotaging the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022. A Warsaw court has rejected the request, citing a lack of evidence.
North Macedonia votes amid EU membership stalemate
Voters across North Macedonia will head to the polls Sunday for local elections widely viewed as a test of the government's standing and the country's frustration over a long-stalled bid for European Union membership.
Ukraine updates: Trump hosts Zelenskyy at White House
Donald Trump says sending Tomahawks to Ukraine would be an "escalation" during his talks with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Their meeting came a day after Trump's lengthy phone call with Vladimir Putin. DW has more.
Ukraine updates: Trump to host Zelenskyy at White House
US President Donald Trump's face-to-face meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy follows a lengthy phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. DW has more.
Middle East: German FM in Turkey with Gaza in focus
Johann Wadephul is in Ankara for talks with his Turkish counterpart. Meanwhile, a special team of military experts is being deployed to search for hostage bodies still in Gaza. More on DW.
Porsche CEO Oliver Blume to step down
Blume also serves as the CEO of Porsche parent company Volkswagen, where he will remain in charge. Blume's dual role at the top of two major auto brands had drawn criticism.
Madagascar's coup leader sworn in as president
Colonel Michael Randrianirina has been sworn in after the military took power in the island nation this week following youth-led protests
Peru to impose state of emergency after protests turn deadly
Weeks of youth-led demonstrations in Peru have descended into violence amid calls for interim President Jose Jeri to resign.
Venezuela condemns US Caribbean strikes at the UN
Venezuela's UN ambassador wants the Security Council to launch a probe after what he called "extrajudicial executions." The US has said it is targeting drug trafficking boats.
Football: Maccabi Tel Aviv fans banned from Aston Villa game
Israeli away fans will not be allowed to attend the Europa League game between Aston Villa and Maccabi Tel Aviv after British police raised safety concerns. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says it's the "wrong decision."
KISS guitarist Ace Frehley dies aged 74
Paul Daniel "Ace" Frehley, the KISS guitarist also known by his on-stage persona "The Spaceman," has died aged 74. Tributes have been paid from across the world of rock music.
John Bolton: Former Trump national security adviser indicted
John Bolton was reportedly charged with transmission of national defense information. He is the third Trump critic to face criminal charges in recent weeks.
John Bolton: Former Trump national security advisor indicted
John Bolton was reportedly charged with transmission of national defense information. He is the third Trump critic to face criminal charges in recent weeks.
German parliament opens debate on military service bill
Both ruling parties struck a conciliatory tone in parliament after a divided week on the issue. Germany aims to double the Bundeswehr's number of servicemen and women in a decade, how is entirely another question.
Growth, reform, Russia: Von der Leyen visits Western Balkans
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called for more investment in the Western Balkans, praised countries like Montenegro for making progress toward joining the EU and criticized Serbia's slow reforms and pro-Russia leader.
Swifties flock to see German museum's Ophelia painting
Taylor Swift's latest hit video "The Fate of Ophelia" opens with a scene starkly similar to a painting hanging on the walls of a 200-year-old museum in Germany.
Why Ukraine wants — and Russia fears — Tomahawk missiles
US President Trump may supply long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. Could these weapons change the course of the war?
Ukraine updates: Trump to hold talks with Putin in Budapest
Donald Trump breaks news after having held what he described as a "very productive" phone call with Vladimir Putin. DW has the latest.
Pets aren't passengers, EU top court finds
The European Union's top court concluded that pets should be considered luggage, not passengers. But that was not the only aviation case on the court schedule.
EU drone defense system operational in two years: Kallas
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says no choice but to build up defenses against Russia. Flagship project to cover land, sea, air, space and cyberspace.
