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Iran war: Israel launches deadly strikes on Lebanon

ConflictsMarch 4, 2026
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A closer look

US-Israel war with Iran

Fighting has erupted in Iran and the Middle East after Israel and the US attacked the country, following a US military build-up in the region.

Bird view of US navy sailors load live ordnance on F/A-18F Super Hornet, with the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron 41, during operations on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during Operation Epic Fury

The checkered history of US regime change operations

The checkered history of US regime change operations

Various US presidents have sent military forces to remove unpopular rulers abroad. Their track record is mixed.
ConflictsMarch 3, 2026
Ali Larijani points upwards during a press conference in Beirut (August 2025)

Who is Ali Larijani, the unofficial strongman in Iran?

Who is Ali Larijani, the unofficial strongman in Iran?

Veteran politician Ali Larijani comes from a powerful family — but was never fully embraced by Iranian hardliners.
PoliticsMarch 3, 2026
People stand next to a vehicle as smoke rises in the Fujairah oil industry zone following a fire caused by debris after the interception of an Iranian drone

Iran attacks on Gulf oil and gas sites trigger energy fears

Iran attacks on Gulf oil and gas sites trigger energy fears

Iranian attacks on regional refineries and gas plants, and oil tankers are increasing global energy supply fears.
BusinessMarch 3, 2026
An Iranian flag is placed in the rubble of a destroyed residential building in Tehran, Iran.

US, Israel and Iran: What are their next moves?

US, Israel and Iran: What are their next moves?

DW's Richard Walker and Iran expert Nicole Grajewski unpack the goals — and limitations — shaping the Iran war.
ConflictsMarch 3, 202631:02 min
Information display board at T3 Terminal showing most of the flight from IGI Airport for Middle East destination cancelled due to airspace restrictions over Iran and parts of the Middle East on March 2, 2026 in New Delhi, India.

India news: Airlines restart limited Middle East operations

India news: Airlines restart limited Middle East operations

A total of 80 international flights are canceled at the Delhi airport on Tuesday so far. DW has the latest.
PoliticsMarch 3, 2026
Smoke rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike on the southern suburbs of Beirut on March 3, 2026

Iran war: Israel hits Beirut, Tehran with fresh strikes

Iran war: Israel hits Beirut, Tehran with fresh strikes

Explosions were also reported at the US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after an Iranian drone strike. DW has more.
ConflictsMarch 4, 2026
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March 4, 2026

Cuba charges 6 with terrorism over speedboat shootout

March 4, 2026

UK stops issuing student visas for 4 countries

March 3, 2026

Father of accused Georgia school shooter convicted of murder

March 3, 2026

Trump and Merz discuss Iran, tariffs and Ukraine

March 3, 2026

Pakistan claims dozens of Afghan Taliban troops killed

March 3, 2026

German customs net ketamine cache in golden garden gnomes

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Reports & Analysis

Africa

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Raising awareness about femicide in Kenya

In Kenya, the number of women killed each year has been rising, but femicide is not even a legal term.
SocietyMarch 3, 202603:46 min
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Asia

Demonstrators in Kathmandu holding placards during a protest against social media bans and corruption on September 8, 2025

Nepal elections: Gen Z hopes for genuine political reforms

Nepal is gearing up for parliamentary elections, months after a youth-led uprising forced out the previous government.
PoliticsMarch 3, 2026
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Germany

An image supplied by Ukrainian armed forces shows the wreckage of a downed Geran-5 drone in the snow

Ukraine war: German parts make their way into Russian drones

Hundreds of thousands of German parts have been found in drones used by Russia to attack Ukraine, despite sanctions.
BusinessMarch 2, 2026
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Europe

The dome of Saint Peter's basilica

St. Peter's Basilica set to shine for 400th anniversary

This year, St. Peter’s Basilica turns 400. Conservators are busy polishing and repairing its art.
ReligionMarch 3, 202602:08 min
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Middle East

Dovid Leff, a rescue worker with the United Hatzalah Rescue Service, speaks with DW at the site of a residential area that was hit by Iranian attacks.

Iranian strike hits residential neighborhood near Jerusalem

DW visited a neighborhood in Beit Shemesh, near Jerusalem, which has suffered the deadliest attack in Israel so far.
ConflictsMarch 2, 202602:23 min
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Latin America

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Argentina: Milei praises relationship with Trump

In his Congress speech, Javier Milei said that he wants Argentina's alliance with the US to become a "state policy."
PoliticsMarch 2, 2026
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March 3, 202601:33 min
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Locs and the controversy explained

This week, we follow the lives of those who have experienced discrimination in their countries based on how they look.
March 4, 202626:03 min
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Zimbabwe takes a big shot toward an HIV-free future

Zimbabwe, one of Southern Africa’s hardest‑hit countries, is taking a bold step in HIV prevention.
HealthMarch 1, 202602:41 min
Ferdinand Du Beaudiez stands with his arms around his brother, Valentin du Beaudiez, who has bandages around his head and wears a neckbrace

After Crans-Montana fire: The hard road back to life

Two brothers were among those celebrating New Year's Eve when a fire swept through a bar in Crans-Montana.
CatastropheMarch 1, 202606:11 min
Deutschland Berlin 2025 | DesSta-Gründerin Justice Mvemba im Heinrich-von-Kleist-Park

Black History Month: The trail of colonialism in Berlin

The Decolonial City Tours show how colonial history and racist structures still shape Berlin's streets.
CultureFebruary 28, 202603:29 min
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Fritz Lang's 'Metropolis': Milestone in science fiction film

"Metropolis" (1927) shaped modern sci fi cinema with its depictions of futuristic cities, AI fears and class struggle.
CultureFebruary 28, 202612:18 min
Caroline Mukiza, whose husband was killed on the front in the war between Russia and Ukraine, prays in a church in Kampala

How Africans are being drawn into Russia's war in Ukraine

A growing number of Africans say relatives who sought work in Russia were forced into military service in Ukraine.
ConflictsFebruary 27, 2026
A young man walks along a hill overlooking Mekelle, northern Ethiopia, where uncertainty over the region's political and economic future weighs on many residents

Ethiopia's Tigray region could be on the brink of war, again

In Tigray, people remain trapped in limbo as tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea escalate.
ConflictsFebruary 27, 2026
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An American finding freedom in Sweden

Why dancer Zach Enquist left the US for a new life in Sweden.
SocietyMarch 3, 202604:34 min
Close-up shot of grilled octopus tentacles on a wooden cutting board, being served from a gourmet kitchen in Galicia, Spain.

Can we enjoy octopus guilt free?

It’s a favorite in Spain — but should we be eating octopus?
LifestyleMarch 2, 202605:12 min
A modern African art installation with hanging, translucent lamps and large, vibrant paintings.

Africa in her heart: Designer Tola Ojuolape

Tola Ojuolape blends bold African heritage with modern design.
LifestyleMarch 1, 202605:13 min
A fresh sea food platter with crabs and oysters with lemon slices on crushed ice are presented in a busy Parisian brasserie.

The heart of French flavor: Parisian brasseries

Brasseries bring iconic French dishes like beef tartare and coq au vin to life.
LifestyleFebruary 28, 202605:02 min
Motocross rider Sechaba Chabeli sits on his motocross bike and rides up the hill.

Sechaba Chabeli's comeback at Roof of Africa motocross race

Local motocross racer Chabeli returns stronger to tackle Lesotho's fierce Roof of Africa race.
SportsFebruary 26, 202605:26 min
The Band Wings with Paul McCartney and four other band members posing expressively

New Paul McCartney documentary tells the story of Wings

"Man on the Run" sheds light on Paul McCartney’s post-Beatles years, when he began his second act with the band Wings.
MusicFebruary 26, 20269 images