Iran war: Tehran vows 'zero restraint' if energy sites hit
Iran has threatened greater retaliation against strikes on its energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, President Trump has threatened to "blow up" Iran's South Pars gas if attacks against Qatar continue. DW has more.
Iran war: Trump says no more Israeli attacks on South Pars
US President Donald Trump has threatened to "blow up" Iran's South Pars gas field if Tehran continues retaliatory strikes against Qatar. He also promised Israel would stop its attacks on South Pars. DW has more.
Turkey: Thousands of Imamoglu supporters rally in Istanbul
One year after his arrest on terrorism and corruption charges, thousands of supporters of jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu gathered to protest. In a pre-written message, Imamoglu slammed a "corrupt mindset."
UK's King Charles praises UK‑Nigeria 'partnership of equals' on Tinubu state visit
Bola Tinubu became the first Nigerian president to deliver remarks at Windsor Castle, attending a state banquet held in his honor by King Charles. Tinubu is on a two-day state visit to the UK.
80 militants killed in Nigeria following suicide attacks, army says
Suspected jihadi militants have increased recent attacks in northeastern Nigeria, including alleged suicide bombings at a post office, market, and teaching hospital earlier this week.
One woman dead after gondola crashes at Swiss ski resort
A 61-year-old woman died when a cable car crashed down a snowy mountain at a popular ski resort in the Swiss Alps. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the incident.
US to demand $15,000 visa bonds from 12 more countries
The requirement, which goes into effect April 12, mostly impacts African nations with high overstay rates. It comes as the Trump administration significantly tightens the rules on legal immigration to the US.
Skeleton in Magdeburg Cathedral is almost certainly Otto I
When the sarcophagus of the former Holy Roman Emperor Otto the Great sustained damage and had to be opened, researchers decided to analyze the contents. They're convinced that the remains inside are the real deal.
Trump delays China trip during US-Israel war on Iran
Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing was meant to stabilize a fragile ceasefire in the trade and tech conflict with China. Now the war with Iran is reshaping his agenda — and the leverage wielded by Beijing.
Pakistan, Taliban agree on strike pause for end of Ramadan
Cross-border fighting between Pakistan and the Taliban in Afghanistan is set to pause for the end of Ramadan. Leaders in both countries said the truce is conditional and could be reversed quickly if violated.
EU weighs options as Israel threatens Lebanon offensive
EU officials are warning Israel against a ground offensive in Lebanon. But can they compel Hezbollah to disarm or prevent Israeli military action?
Russian Orthodox Church makes inroads in Africa
The Russian Orthodox Church is slowly but surely gaining a foothold in Africa. Experts say Russia is using its expansion as a form of ideological soft power.
Strike halts all passenger flights at Berlin airport
All passenger flights at the Berlin Brandenburg Airport, the German capital’s only major hub, have been halted for the day. Fire crew and air traffic controllers are striking for better pay and conditions.
Germany news: Merz says US has 'no convincing plan' in Iran
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has again ruled out Germany taking a role in the war on Iran adding that Berlin would have advised it from the start. Meanwhile, Germany looks set for an uptick in house building. DW has more.
The people remodelling homes with reclaimed ruins
Cities are quietly becoming raw‑material hubs as urban miners turn rubble into a carbon‑saving construction supply chain.
Mining cities to build homes from demolition waste
Rubble doesn't have to be rubbish. Urban mining is transforming old structures into low‑carbon-building gold.
Mining the city to build homes from demolition waste
Rubble doesn't have to be rubbish. Urban mining is transforming old structures into low‑carbon building gold.
Backlash against sex ed threatens Poland's health curriculum
The government's decision to introduce voluntary health education at schools caused uproar last year. Supporters say the subject prepares young people for life, but conservatives fear that it will lead children astray.
US-Israel war with Iran shows fault lines in BRICS alliance
As the fallout from the US-Israeli war on Iran widens, BRICS countries face mounting pressure to respond — but internal rifts and competing interests have put the bloc's limitations on full display.
Iran war: New head Khamenei vows to avenge Larijani killing
Iran's new leader says the killers of security chief Ali Larijani, who died in an Israeli strike, "will have to pay for it." Meanwhile, the Iranian intelligence minister was killed in another airstrike. DW has more.
