Iran war: US, Israel hit major bridge, steel plants in Iran
US and Israeli strikes destroyed a bridge connecting Tehran to the city of Karaj. It comes after Trump said US forces would bring Iran "back to the Stone Ages." DW has the latest.
Wealth tax: Why are countries afraid to tax the ultrarich?
Growing income inequality and public displays of billionaire power are increasing calls for new income and wealth taxes aimed at the world's richest individuals. Can wealth ever be taxed fairly?
Iran war: Oil prices jump, stocks fall after Trump speech
Donald Trump said US forces would bring Iran "back to the Stone Ages" as he addressed the American people on the war. Oil prices surged following his speech, while Iran vowed a "crushing" response. DW has the latest.
Hungary's government accused of spying on opposition as key election nears
Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government used the country's intelligence service to spy on the opposition Tisza Party, says investigative platform Direkt36. What does this mean for the upcoming parliamentary election?
Hungary's Watergate: Secret service tried to infiltrate the political opposition
On the eve of Hungary's elections, Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government has been rocked by an espionage scandal. The intelligence services are said to have tried to infiltrate the opposition Tisza Party.
UNESCO World Heritage sites facing the heat
From Easter Island to the Great Wall of China, many of the world's most iconic cultural heritage sites are under threat from rising temperatures linked to climate change.
World Heritage sites facing the heat
From Easter Island to the Great Wall of China, many of the world's most iconic world heritage sites are under threat from rising temperatures linked to climate change.
US lifts sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez
Washington has removed sanctions on interim Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodriguez. The move comes as the US continues to gradually ease measures on Venezuela after toppling Nicolas Maduro.
Indonesia: Strong earthquake strikes Molucca Sea, killing 1
A major 7.4-magnitude earthquake has jolted northern Indonesia, killing at least one person. An initial tsunami warning has since been lifted.
Powerful earthquake strikes Molucca Sea near Indonesia
A major 7.4-magnitude earthquake has jolted eastern Indonesia, triggering fears of a tsunami. But the initial warning has now been lifted.
Iran war: Trump says US will 'finish the job' in Iran
President Trump said the US' "core strategic objectives" in Iran war are "nearing completion." He also urged other countries to show "courage" and "take care" of the Strait of Hormuz. DW has more.
Trump says US will 'finish the job' in Iran
President Trump said the US' "core strategic objectives" in Iran war are "nearing completion." He also urged other countries to show "courage" and "take care" of the Strait of Hormuz. DW has more.
NASA's Artemis II rocket lifts off for the moon
The four astronauts aboard the Artemis II are headed toward a historic journey around the moon. The test flight marks a major step in NASA's ambitious program of establishing a long-term presence on the lunar surface.
Artemis II: NASA readies to launch astronauts to moon
NASA's Artemis II mission will send four astronauts on an approximately 10-day journey around the moon for the first time since 1972.
US Supreme Court debates citizenship, with rare Trump visit
Donald Trump is the first president to appear at a Supreme Court oral argument, as he pushes to end birthright citizenship in the US.
Germany: Hope fades for stranded humpback whale's survival
Local authorities have announced that they will cease efforts to guide a young humpback whale to its home waters. Now a restricted area has been established to allow it to "die in peace."
World Cup 2026: Iraq qualify but Iran doubts loom
Iraq have overcome tough circumstances to reach the World Cup for the first time in 30 years, with the lineup now complete. But Iran's potential withdrawal still hangs over a tournament fraught with political issues.
Iran war: Trump says Iran's president asked for ceasefire
Iran's Foreign Ministry has denied Trump's claim that a ceasefire has been requested. Meanwhile, an Iranian missile has wounded 14 people in central Israel, while Israel bombed Beirut, killing seven. DW has more.
Germany: Conservatives call cannabis legalization 'a nonstarter' as 2-year report is filed
Conservatives see a two-year report on Germany's partial legalization of cannabis as evidence that it's been a failure. While the findings may be more nuanced, researchers did identify several problems.
Is Pakistan setting up a buffer zone in Afghanistan?
Tensions on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border are escalating amid reports that the Pakistani government is trying to take over parts of Afghan territory.
