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Iran war: UN rights chief 'appalled' by arrests, executions

The UN rights office reports ongoing executions, mass arrests and repression, with thousands detained. DW has more.

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EU Parliament pushes for bigger long-term budget, new taxes

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The world is watching to see if a fragile ceasefire between Iran and the US will last. The war has severely disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Africa

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Nigeria's leader battles security, political crises

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's most recent cabinet reshuffle aims to win back public trust.

Asia

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Why Japan is now opening its door to lethal weapons exports

As tensions with China and North Korea rise, Australia and the Philippines are set to be early partners.

Germany

Soldiers from the German army, the Bundeswehr, wear balaclavas to hide their identities. They are surrounded by monitors displaying code.

As cyberattacks threaten Germany, can Berlin keep data safe?

From airports and railways to public services and industry, critical infrastructure is under threat.

Europe

The Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Cœur silhouetted against a deep red sunrise sky during a heatwave in Paris, France.

Extreme weather and green energy on the rise in Europe

Europe's climate extremes hit new records in 2025 — but renewables overtook fossil fuels for the first time.

Middle East

A Bahraini anti-government protester wearing a mask climbs a scaffold to photograph a protest, west of Manama, Bahrain.

How the Iran war is bringing back 'citizenship as a weapon'

Some Gulf states have revoked citizenship for "traitors" amid the Iran war. Is it about security or silencing dissent?

North America

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'Marine unicorns' aren't loving Arctic noise

Narwhals are dwindling in Canada's far north. Researchers suspect a link to noise pollution from ship traffic.

Latin America

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Germany's entrepreneurs betting on post-Maduro Venezuela

Venezuela's economy is opening up, and that could pay off for the few German companies who've played the long game.

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Russia's war in Ukraine

Russia launched a full-scale war on Ukraine on February 24, 2022, an escalation of a conflict that began with Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014.

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Germany's chemical industry hit by high energy prices

The crisis has hit the country's largest chemical park, Leuna. But alternatives to fossil fuels are emerging.

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Putin faces falling popularity as Russian economy slows

A viral Instagram video, rising taxes and a slowing economy are fueling rare public criticism of Russia's president.

Merz reignites debate on Ukraine land concessions to Russia

Friedrich Merz says Ukraine may need to give up territory to Russia to secure peace and advance its EU membership bid.

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'Only yes means yes' rape definition backed by EU lawmakers

The EU Parliament has voted for a consent-based rape definition, but current laws still vary widely across the bloc.

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How a gas pipeline deal could stall Bosnia's EU accession

A US backed gas pipeline could cut Bosnia's reliance on Russia, but Brussels warns it could threaten its EU ambitions.

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Fact check: Cloud seeding didn't make it rain in Iran

Social media claims that the alleged destruction of a UAE climate center caused intense rain in Iran are misleading.

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Chennai reservoir plans spark protests, warnings

Locals say a reservoir tackling Chennai's water shortages will destroy livelihoods and leave the coast unprotected.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrives ahead of the third meeting of Thailand–China Foreign Ministers' Consultation Mechanism at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in Bangkok, Thailand April 24, 2026.

China seeks Southeast Asia gains as US influence falters

Wang Yi's visit to Southeast Asia shows how China is trying to present itself as a steady regional partner.

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Trump's 'hellhole' repost fuels growing anger in India

Donald Trump's rhetoric, the Iran war and US tariffs are angering Indians. Will the strain reshape US-India ties?

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Life on the world’s most crowded island in Colombia

Nearly 1,000 people live on one hectare — no police, no politicians — on Colombia’s crowded island.

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Cacio e pepe is Rome's signature pasta dish

Cacio e pepe — fresh pasta with a grated pecorino cheese and black pepper sauce — is simple, but not so easy to make.

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The surrounding space appears clean and clinical but softly designed. Behind the chair are light wooden panels arranged horizontally, decorated with green plants that give the room a calm, curated look. To the right of the chair are medical carts and shelves holding devices, containers, and cables, neatly organized. Additional white seating and equipment are visible in the background.

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The wealthy in Britain are doing everything to live longer. But do expensive treatments really work?

A participant crawls through the mud at the Maldon Mud Race, face completely covered in mud. They are wearing sunglasses and a costume featuring fox-like ears.

Mud, fun and donations: Mucky UK race thrills thousands

Mud, fun and a good cause: The Maldon Mud Race brings together frolicking through dirt and community service.

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Is the Belgian capital of Brussels worth visiting?

Brussels looks dazzling and diverse on Instagram. But what's it like in reality?

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The queer scandal that shook the German Empire

The Eulenburg Affair shook the German Empire to its core and paved the way for the downfall of the monarchy.

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