Australia and EU strike free trade deal
The European Union and Australia have agreed on a sweeping new trade deal, compromising to boost exports in the face of global uncertainty over trade.
Argentina's 'Dirty War' still on trial 50 years later
Some 30,000 people were "disappeared" under the brutal military dictatorship that ruled Argentina from 1976 to 1983. Victims are still fighting for justice.
Ukraine nationals detained in India: Is Russia involved?
Indian authorities accuse six Ukrainians and an American of supporting insurgent groups along the India-Myanmar border. Ukraine suggests that the case might be politically motivated.
Colombia military plane crashes while transporting troops
The Hercules C-130 aircraft crashed as it was taking off in Colombia's southern Amazon region, bordering Peru. Around 77 survived the crash.
EU reacts to 'concerning' report of Hungarian leak to Russia
The European Union and Germany have expressed concern at reports of Hungary's foreign minister briefing Russia on EU talks. Prime Minister Viktor Orban has launched an investigation into what he's calling wiretapping.
Germany: Merz's government is running out of time
The government in Berlin is under pressure to get major reforms underway. But Merz's coalition partner, the SPD, stands severely weakened following two defeats in state elections, and now finds it hard to compromise.
Report: Hungary using more Russian oil, despite EU phase out
A new report by the Center for the Study of Democracy, shared exclusively with DW, says that Hungary has increased its dependence on Russian oil since 2021. It has also become highly dependent on Russian gas.
Italy's Meloni concedes defeat on judiciary referendum
With Italian voters rejecting the judicial reform pushed by Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the far-right leader lamented the "lost chance" to modernize the country.
Asian markets tumble, but Europe, US rally on Trump optimism
Markets Asia nosedived as trading restarted on Monday. Europe's indices were headed in the same direction, until optimistic Iran comments from Donald Trump prompted traders in Europe and the US to start buying again.
France: Former PM Lionel Jospin dies aged 88
Jospin proved the canary in the coal mine for the far-right rise in France. He was the first center-left presidential candidate to finish behind Jean-Marie Le Pen but rallied his supporters to his rival, Jacques Chirac.
Iran's energy sites still on Trump's target list
Donald Trump has delayed strikes on Iran's power plants for five days, citing "productive" talks with Tehran. DW asks what infrastructure US forces could still bomb to force a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Cuban Germans react to Trump's threats with hope and fear
Cubans came to train, work and study in former communist East Germany. A few thousand people of Cuban origin live in Germany today. Amid US takeover threats and worsening conditions, they worry about Cuba's future.
German court rejects climate case against BMW, Mercedes
Environmental campaigners wanted to stop the companies from selling combustion engine cars after 2030. They argued that continuing to release high amounts of CO2 could infringe on the rights of younger generations.
China-North Korea transit relaunch points to better ties
Passenger air and rail links are being restored between China and its North Korean ally as geopolitical upheavals add new impetus to improving the relationship between Pyongyang and Beijing.
How Africa gets shortchanged in trade with Europe
The establishment of free trade between much of both continents for half a century has created growth in many areas. However, the data analysis shows that Africa remains on unequal footing.
Hong Kong: New rule forces people to surrender passwords
The rule applies to investigations connected to the financial hub's strict national security law. Those who fail to comply face up to a year in prison or a fine of over $10,000.
Iranians and Israelis united through music
The Berlin-based music ensemble Sistanagila brings together musicians from Iran and Israel who offer a message of hope for a better future.
Alexandra Popp and Borussia Dortmund: A sign of the times
Germany's most famous female footballer has signed for a third-division team. The transfer will have huge impacts across the women's game in Germany.
Two killed as Air Canada jet crashes into vehicle, shutting New York's LaGuardia Airport
A regional passenger jet collided with a ground vehicle upon landing at LaGuardia Airport, prompting a full shutdown and widespread flight disruptions. Both pilots have been killed in the incident with many more injured.
Germany news: Pistorius brushes off SPD leadership talk
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has ruled out a change of leadership at the top of his center-left Social Democrats after an electoral slump. Meanwhile, two major automakers face a legal challenge. DW has the latest.
