Niger still seeks stability, after 3 years of military rule
The military government in Niger had promised social, security and economic improvements when it took power in 2023. Three years down the line, there are mixed reviews on its performance.
UNESCO adds Lebanese, West Bank sites to endangered list
Israel has rejected the listing of a Lebanese castle and an occupied West Bank archaeological site. UNESCO added both sites to its World Heritage in Danger list in the context of Israeli activity.
Highs and lows as Bayreuth Festival turns 150
The Bayreuth Festival's 150th anniversary has been clouded by controversy surrounding German-Jewish speaker Michel Friedman. Yet it offers an opportunity to celebrate, including with an AI-enhanced Ring cycle.
Highs and lows as the Bayreuth Festival Turns 150
Bayreuth Festival's 150th anniversary is clouded by controversy surrounding German-Jewish speaker Michel Friedman. Yet it offers an opportunity to celebrate, including with an AI-enhanced Ring cycle.
Can Pakistan-administered Kashmir elections calm tensions?
Pakistan-administered Kashmir heads to the polls after weeks of deadly protests over seats reserved for displaced people from India-administered Kashmir. One local group has called for the elections to be boycotted.
Why Iran's Pickaxe Mountain is a tough target for the US
Donald Trump has threatened to attack a suspected Iranian nuclear site buried deep under a mountain. Pickaxe Mountain remains one of the biggest unanswered questions surrounding Iran's nuclear program.
Germany news: Top court rules out mass admission revocations
An Afghan woman has won victory over Germany's Interior Ministry after it cancelled her admission. Elsewhere, consumer confidence and VW profits are down, while violent extremist crime is up. Follow DW for the latest.
Turkey: What chances does Ozel's new opposition party have?
After being removed as head of Turkey's main opposition CHP in May, Ozgur Ozel has announced the formation of a new party. Dozens of lawmakers have followed him, but will he be able to challenge President Erdogan?
Why Trump's 'forced labor' tariffs leave the world puzzled
After the US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump's emergency tariffs, the White House has turned to another trade law linked to alleged human rights abuses. DW explains the new tariffs and the debate surrounding them.
Ousted Turkish opposition leader forms second-largest party
With 90 lawmakers defecting alongside him, Ozgur Ozel's New Party has automatically become the second-largest group in Turkey's parliament. He leaves behind deep devisions and judicial challenges against the CHP.
The trees helping fires spread and what to do about it
With Spain declaring an emergency, France seeking EU help and Canada dealing with more than 900 hot spots, wildfires are out of control. Monocultures and climate change are partly to blame but can we stop the burning?
Fighting wildfires is getting harder — these tips could help
With Spain declaring a national emergency, France seeking EU assistance and Canada dealing with more than 900 hot spots, wildfires are out of control. How can we stop our forests from burning?
How vanilla's history is not so … 'vanilla'
Long before "vanilla" meant bland, the bean's fandom spanned Mesoamerican elites to European courts. But it owes its ubiquity to a 12-year-old, enslaved boy.
Klopp named new head coach of Germany men's football team
Germany has turned to Jürgen Klopp to lead a new era for the four-time world champions after their disappointing World Cup exit, with hopes of building toward future international tournaments.
Germany: Friedrich Merz announces Cabinet reshuffle
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced a Cabinet reshuffle in the wake of the resignation of conservative heavyweight Jens Spahn over a surrogacy controversy. More changes are expected in the coming days.
India: Government, CJP hold talks after Wangchuk ends fast
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) said that the government asked for another day to respond to its demand for education minister Pradhan to resign. It comes after Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike. Follow DW.
US launches new strikes on Iran over shipping routes threat
The US said the latest strikes were aimed at weakening the threat Iran poses to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The US has now attacked Iran for 13 consecutive nights. DW has more.
Wildfires in Europe prompt tens of thousands to evacuate
Spain has declared a national emergency in the Madrid region. In neighboring France, meanwhile, President Emmanuel Macron has invoked the EU's civil protection mechanism to ask for help.
US to impose forced labor tariffs on many trading partners
The Trump administration has unveiled new tariffs on dozens of US trading partners for what it says is lax enforcement of "forced labor" bans. The new tariffs arrive just as a 10% global duty was set to expire.
Trump administration drops New York Times subpoenas over Air Force One reporting
The White House had targeted journalists from The New York Times for their reporting on security concerns with a Qatari-donated Air Force One plane.
