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Iran war: Iranian intelligence minister killed by airstrike

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 16:21
An airstrike killed Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib, Iran's president said, confirming the latest assassination of a top Iranian official. DW has the latest.

Norway: Prosecutors seek 7-year term for crown princess' son

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 15:53
Prosecutors have called for a sentence of seven years and seven months for Marius Borg Hoiby, the stepson of Norway's crown prince. The high-profile case, which includes four rape allegations, has captivated the nation.

'Value of African football will go down' after AFCON final u-turn

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 15:37
After Senegal were stripped of their title and Morocco were crowned winners, African football faces some big questions.

'Value of African football to drop' after AFCON final u-turn

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 15:37
After Senegal were stripped of their title and Morocco were crowned winners, African football faces some big questions.

'Vulnerable' satellites guide the world — and its wars

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 15:35
From smartphone maps to precision weapons, satellite navigation underpins modern life and war. Global Navigation Satellite Systems have become indispensable, and that's made them vulnerable to disruption and attack.

North Korea watches and learns as US attacks Iran

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:41
Kim Jong Un has for years said nuclear weapons were critical to the survival of his regime. Experts say the war in Iran is a lesson for North Korea that nuclear deterrence works.

Iran war triggers helium shortage, hits semiconductor supply

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 14:41
Rising tensions in the Middle East are rattling high-end chipmakers. Among all the latest geopolitical uncertainties for the industry is a shortage of helium that could slow global production.

Pete Hegseth has been loyal defense secretary for Trump

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 13:12
Pete Hegseth calls himself a Christian patriot; critics say hes a far-right agitator. Above all, Hegseth, a former soldier and television commentator, has served US President Donald Trump loyally as defense secretary.

Germany news: Strike halts flights to and from Berlin

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 11:34
Flights to the German capital’s only major commercial airport have been halted amid strike action by critical staff. Later, the chancellor is set to address lawmakers on topics including Iran. DW has the latest.

President Sassou-Nguesso wins Congo-Brazzaville's election

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 11:18
Provisional results announced showed Nguesso with nearly 95% of the vote; his closest rival received less than 2%. Many political analysts had predicted victory for the longtime leader in power since 1979.

The internet was supposed to be free. What went wrong?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 09:24
Thirty years ago, countercultural thinkers declared the internet an independent space. Today, it's controlled by a handful of corporations. Were we deceived?

Cuba vows 'unbreakable resistance' to any takeover attempt

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 08:55
Cuba's leader says the US is inflicting "collective punishment" on the Cuban people amid plans to seize the country. US President Trump has said it would be a "big honor" to take the island nation.

India news: Crude tanker Jag Laadki reaches Gujarat

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 08:45
The Jag Laadki has arrived in western India carrying crude from the UAE, amid a severe LPG shortage. Meanwhile, several people have died in a residential fire in Delhi. DW has more.

India news: Nirav Modi seeks to block extradition — reports

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 08:45
Fugitive diamond dealer Nirav Modi says he is at risk of torture by Indian security agencies if he is extradited from the UK. Meanwhile, the LPG crisis continues to affect Indian households. DW has more.

Has Europe's center-right started relying on the far right?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 07:37
With the center-right increasingly teaming up with the far-right in the European Parliament, EU politics may be headed for a significant shift.

No more big spenders: Iran war to dent Gulf state investment

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 07:35
Gulf states like Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE have invested, or promised to invest, trillions around the world, everywhere from America to Africa. The Iran war may see their money spent closer to home.

Who was Ali Larijani, Iran's unofficial strongman?

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 07:03
Veteran politician Ali Larijani came from a powerful family — but was never fully embraced by Iranian hardliners.

US: Judge orders VOA employees to be reinstated

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 06:49
A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must reinstate more than 1,000 Voice of America employees who were placed on leave.

Iran: Israel hits Beirut as US strikes Hormuz missile sites

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 05:23
Israel has bombed central Beirut, killing at least 12 people, and the US military has said it struck Iranian missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil route. Follow DW.

Iran vows retaliation for death of security chief Larijani

Wed, 03/18/2026 - 05:23
Iran vows retaliation for the killing of Ali Larijani, the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council. The US military said it bombed "hardened Iranian missile sites" along the Strait of Hormuz waterway. Follow DW.

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