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Germany news: Resistance to Nazi terror commemorated

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 12:57
Monday marks 82 years since "Operation Valkyrie," the failed attempt on Adolf Hitler's life in 1944. Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Wadephul is heading to Africa on official business. Follow DW.

Taking stock of 2026 World Cup: Football's biggest show yet

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 12:46
A worthy world champion, a call from the US president, security concerns and a few pleasant surprises: The biggest World Cup ever is now over. So what will we remember about the 2026 World Cup?

UK: Andy Burnham takes office as seventh PM in 10 years

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 12:28
After securing the leadership of the ruling Labour Party last week, Burnham has been invited to form a government by King Charles III.

Guyana: Dozens dead after ferry capsizes

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 10:39
Local authorities say at least 27 bodies have been recovered after Saturday's capsize. The country's prime minister says that 83 people are still missing.

Guyana: Dozens feared dead after ferry capsizes

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 10:39
Rescuers have been able to save 67 passengers so far. It is unknown exactly how many people were on board as authorities said the passengers' list is inaccurate.

India news: Police fire tear gas at 'Cockroaches' parliament march

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 06:32
Police had not granted permission for the march organized by India's Cockroach Janta Party movement. The CJP said its leader Abhijeet Dipke had been "picked up" by police but not "detained."

India news: 'Cockroaches' take on Modi with parliament march

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 06:32
Police have not granted permission for a march to the parliament being organized by India's Cockroach Janta Party movement. Nevetheless, the CJP seems poised to begin the protest walk. DW has the latest.

Iran war: US conducts strikes for 9th night in a row

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 02:54
The US launched another wave of attacks against Iran, this time reportedly hitting targets in the northwestern city of Tabriz and elsewhere. DW has more.

Spain wins second World Cup after beating Argentina in final

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 02:49
After a 16-year wait, Spain has claimed a second men's World Cup. Ferran Torres scored the winner in a deserved 1-0 victory over Argentina, which means Spain is now men's and women's world champions.

Spain win World Cup for second time after beating Argentina 1-0

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 01:02
After a 16 year wait, Spain have claimed a second men's World Cup. Ferran Torres scored the winner in a deserved 1-0 victory over Argentina, which means Spain are now men’s and women’s world champions.

Algeria seeks larger EU energy role amid regional tensions

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 18:51
Algeria and Germany agreed to deepen energy ties during President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's recent visit to Berlin. But Algiers is still grappling with tensions at home, over Western Sahara and instability in the Sahel.

Germany news: Merz moots Cabinet reshuffle after Spahn exit

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 18:31
Chancellor Merz has said he might use the forced resignation of a senior ally as a chance to reshuffle his Cabinet. Meanwhile, a train security guard was critically injured in a clash with a passenger. DW has more.

Spain: Emergency crews battle wildfire north of Madrid

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 18:27
More than 25 firefighting planes have been deployed to battle the blaze in central Spain, which has been raging for three days.

Fact check: Spotting AI-generated 'historical' images

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 16:59
DW Fact check selected three "historical" videos that aren't real — they're AI. Could you recognize the fake? Here's how to spot it — and why it matters.

EU ban on destroying unsold clothes takes effect

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 16:00
Under new rules to reduce waste, large companies across the European Union can no longer dispose of unsold clothes, accessories and footwear.

China firm seeks damages over state control of British Steel

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 13:45
The UK government took over British Steel last year to prevent the closure of the country's last primary steelmaking facility. China's Jingye Group, which bought the firm in 2020, claims it is owed compensation.

Russian deserters struggle to win asylum in Germany

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 13:05
Very few Russian deserters are granted asylum in Germany, despite reports of abuse and torture within the Russian military. DW spoke with a young Russian man who fears being sent back to the front lines.

Russian army deserters in Germany: 'No choice but to run'

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 13:05
Almost all asylum applications by Russian deserters are being denied by German authorities. DW and Russian-language media outlet Astra spoke to one of the young men who fears he'll be sent back to die on the front lines.

Israel clears way for crocodiles to stop prison breaks

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 09:39
Israel's environment minister has reclassified crocodiles so that they can now be used for security purposes. Far-right Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir reportedly wants them to surround a jail holding Hamas militants.

Russia's largest ballistic assault of war rocks Kyiv

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 06:40
Fires broke out across the Ukrainian capital after Russia's latest missile attack, which used the highest number of ballistic missiles of the war so far. Several people have been injured in Kyiv.

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