The ceasefire has collapsed, attacks are escalating and shipping in the Strait of Hormuz remains under threat. Is the US drifting into another open-ended conflict with no clear way out?

The European Union has agreed upon a new sanctions package against Russia for its war in Ukraine, which includes a price cap on Russian oil.

China's AI platforms are rapidly closing the gap with their US counterparts, prompting fresh threats from the Trump administration. With accusations of intellectual property theft, could tensions boil over?

Fires are blazing across several European countries as the continent braces for another heat wave. In 2026, wildfires have already burnt more land in Europe than the annual average over the past two decades.

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul's Africa tour ends today in South Africa, Germany's largest trade partner on the continent. Follow DW for the latest.

Mykhailo Drapatyi has been made commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces. His appointment follows a cabinet reshuffle that ousted defense minister Fedorov.

The fire was reportedly started by extortionists. Investigators are trying "to determine the point of origin, the circumstances, and the causes of this fire."

India's PM Narendra Modi has announced speedy trials to punish those involved in paper leaks, without directly commenting on the ongoing student protests across the nation. DW has more.

The deal is another sign of growing US-Saudi ties during US President Donald Trump's second term. It will reportedly allow Saudi Arabia to develop its own civilian nuclear program.

The US is carrying out its 12th night of strikes on Iran. Meanwhile, Yemen's Houthis are claiming attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. DW has the latest.

US prosecutors accuse Maduro of using the power of the Venezuelan state to protect and promote illegal drug smuggling.

Hungary's former prime minister alleges that his successor has "dismantled the rule of law and eliminated checks and balances." Peter Magyar has pursued Viktor Orban and his allies since winning April's elections.

The 17th-century Apollo Gallery reopened to the public without precious jewels or other objects previously on display.

For the first time in a decade, the United Nations will soon choose a new Secretary-General. DW takes a look at the six candidates, what they stand for and the challenges they and the UN will face.

More and more, Russia is recruiting men from the world’s poorest countries to send them to the front in the Ukraine war. Why are people joining up?

Alican Uludag was freed Wednesday, a day after being taken back into custody on new charges. The arrest had come just two months after he was released pending trial in a separate case.

Thorsten Frei, a close confidant of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, is taking over the role as parliamentary group leader for the conservative CDU/CSU bloc. The position is a powerful one.

Germany is deepening its footprint across Africa, as Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul embarks on his third trip to the continent in 2026. His top-level talks will focus on security, skills development and investment.

Female head coaches will be a rare sight at the Women’s African Cup of Nations. However, there are some promising signs.

US President Trump has threatened to destroy a "bridge or power plant" for each ship fired upon in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent North Sea crude surpassed $95 per barrel for the first time in nearly six weeks. Follow DW.