Oliver Devereaux

Peace” on Russia’s terms is not peace, but a recipe for a new war

For more than two years now, Europe and the entire civilized world have been watching Russia’s attempts to destroy the international order and redraw borders by force. Moscow is trying to impose

4 months ago

World

Middle East: Gaza ceasefire back on after hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agreed overnight to resume a prisoner swap, meaning the fragile ceasefire in Gaza can continue. Egyptian mediators said on Wednesday that a deal had been secured between Hamas and Israel to exchange the

4 months ago

World

Taiwan dispatches forces as China holds live-fire drills

China’s state news agency has reported that a high-ranking political leader had called for a greater reunification push this week. Taiwan on Wednesday dispatched naval, air and land forces in response to China’s “live-fire” drills

4 months ago

Politics

Freedom declined globally, but bright spots in Asia

The report said that political violence and armed conflict fueled the 19th straight year of decline of global freedom. But 34 countries, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Syria registered improvements. Freedom

4 months ago

Society

EU launches Clean Industrial Deal to overhaul energy sector

The Clean Industrial Deal will support renewable energy sources within the European Union. The EU is facing cheaper competition from abroad and the threat of US tariffs. The European Commission will outline its Clean

4 months ago

Politics

Trump touts $5 Million ‘gold card’ visas for the rich

The US President says the card would offer residency and a path to citizenship and attract ‘wealthy people.’ US President Donald Trump on Tuesday revealed plans to sell new “gold card” US residency permits at $5 million

4 months ago

Politics

US: DOGE employees resign over destruction

Some 21 employees from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) have said they won’t use their skills to “dismantle critical public services.” Undeterred, Elon Musk repeated threats to fire federal workers. On

4 months ago

Politics

German election: Merz to ‘intensify’ SPD coalition talks

Conservative leader Friedrich Merz says he aiming to close a coalition agreement with the SPD in a “short time.” Meanwhile, talks are ongoing on how to increase defense spending. Christian Democrat (CDU) leader

4 months ago

Politics

Syrian conference seeks way forward after Assad ouster

Syria has held a wide-based conference on the country’s future after the ouster of Bashar Assad. But although the interim president stressed unity, minority groups complained of under-representation. Around 600 people from

4 months ago

Politics

Russian security chief boosts ties with Indonesia’s Subianto

Indonesia, southeast Asia’s largest economy, has long maintained a neutral foreign policy. But President Prabowo Subianto appears keen to deepen defense and security ties with Russia. Senior Russian security official Sergei Shoigu

4 months ago

Politics

MH370: Search resumes to find missing plane 11 years on

A major tech firm has started a new hunt for a Malaysia Airlines plane that vanished more than 10 years ago, officials say. The disappearance of flight MH370 remains one of aviation’s

4 months ago

World

Taiwan detains China-crewed ship after undersea cable cut

Taiwanese officials say the vessel, which had a Chinese crew but was flying a Togolese flag, had been lingering in waters close to the damaged underwater cable. It’s the fifth such incident

4 months ago

World

Germany: Suspected Hamas cell members face terrorism trial

Four men suspected of belonging to a clandestine Hamas cell are charged with preparing terror attacks in Europe. They are accused of creating arms depots under orders from the Palestinian Islamist group’s

4 months ago

World

Chinese navy drill forced 49 Australian flights to divert

Dozens of commercial flights had to change course last week when they were surprised by Chinese naval drills off the coast of Australia. But China said its navy repeatedly issued notices. Some

4 months ago

Politics

South Korea: 4 dead in bridge collapse

At least ten workers fell from an elevated piece of highway in the city of Anseong. Authorities said the cause of the highway collapse could not immediately be determined. At least four construction

4 months ago

World

South Korea’s Yoon faces final impeachment hearing

The eight-judge bench of South Korea’s Constitutional Court will hear from Yoon Suk Yeol before they decide his fate. South Korea’s ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol is set to make a closing

4 months ago

World

Sudan: MSF halts operations in famine-hit displacement camp

Violence engulfing the Zamzam camp in North Darfur forced the medical charity out, imperiling the lives of nearly half a million displaced people. Medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) announced on Friday

4 months ago

World

Morocco says it has broken up ‘Islamic State’ cell

The north African country’s counterterrorism unit said it had foiled attacks planned by a 12-member terror cell in the Sahel region. Authorities described their plans as an “imminent dangerous terrorist plot.” Morocco’s

4 months ago

World

France: Trial of doctor accused of mass sex abuse underway

The 74-year-old documented his crimes, noting his victims’ details and the nature of the abuse. He is already serving jail time on separate charges. A former French surgeon went on trial charged with raping

4 months ago

Society

Albanian dance k’cimi of Tropoja draws new generation

A growing number of young people in Albania are fascinated by a centuries-old dance known as the k’cimi of Tropoja. UNESCO has even classified the dance as part of humanity’s intangible cultural

4 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Human toll of Russia’s war in Ukraine explained in graphics

Three years on, Russia’s war in Ukraine has reduced infrastructure to rubble and displaced millions. Though estimates of the number of people killed in the invasion vary, the human tragedy is indisputable.

4 months ago

World

In Duma, planting the seeds of Syria’s postwar future

After the fall of the Assad regime, Huda Khayti returned to her hometown of Duma. The ruined Syrian city confronted her with the past, and motivated Khayti to dedicate her life to

4 months ago

Politics

A guide to Germany’s political parties

Here’s a look at Germany’s political parties — CDU, CSU, SPD, FDP, Left Party, Greens, AfD, BSW — who they are and what they want. Christian Democratic Union (CDU)/Christian Social Union (CSU)

4 months ago

Politics

EU leaders in Kyiv on third anniversary of Russia’s invasion

On the third anniversary of the Russia’s invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has honored his country’s resilience. Meanwhile, the UN is scheduled vote on rival resolutions on Ukraine.  European Union leaders arrived

4 months ago

World

3 years of war. 3 years of pain. 3 years of struggle.

February 24 — a date that has become a symbol of tragedy, courage, and the unbreakable will of the Ukrainian people. Three years ago, an invasion began that turned the lives of

4 months ago

Ukraine

Germany: Strikes paralyze Düsseldorf and Cologne airports

Passengers at Düsseldorf and Cologne-Bonn airports faced massive flight cancellations and delays on Monday. A separate strike has been called at Munich Airport later in the week. The airports of Cologne-Bonn and

4 months ago

Business

Spain busts South American sex-trafficking pipeline

Police say they have arrested 48 people, including three ringleaders, accused of trafficking more than 1,000 women from Colombia and Venezuela. The women were lured with false job ads. Police in southeastern

4 months ago

World

Ukraine: Zelenskyy offers to quit in return for NATO entry

The Ukrainian president said would resign “immediately” if his country was offered NATO membership. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday he would quit as Ukraine’s head of state in exchange for the country gaining NATO membership. “If there

4 months ago

World

Middle East: Nasrallah funeral draws large crowds

Huge crowds gathered in Beirut for the funeral of slain Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Meanwhile, Israel has not yet released hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an

4 months ago

World

DR Congo president to hold talks to form unity government

Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi announced he is going to reach out to opposition leaders in a bid to create a unity government, as a humanitarian crisis deepens in the country’s east with

4 months ago

Politics

Vietnam approves bold reforms to streamline ministries

Vietnam’s Parliament has green-lighted bureaucratic reforms, slashing ministries, agencies and broadcasters to reduce red tape and boost growth. The changes risk short-term disruption but may offer long-term benefits. Vietnam’s communist government plans

4 months ago

Politics

US says Trump-Putin meeting hinges on Ukraine war talks

A meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin depends on progress in talks on Ukraine, the top US diplomat said. The French president plans to warn Trump against

4 months ago

Politics

End of an era? Europe’s shaky security strategy for Ukraine

Sidelined from talks on finding an end to the war in Ukraine, the European Union is scrambling to find a security strategy that is independent from an increasingly disengaged US. Expert observers

4 months ago

Politics

Sweden investigating new reports of Baltic Sea cable damage

Sweden’s coast guard has dispatched a vessel to waters east of Gotland. A number of telecommunications and power cables have been damaged in the Baltic Sea in recent months. Swedish authorities said

4 months ago

World

The Danger of Power Change in Ukraine: A Strategic Mistake That Could Destroy European Security

Recently, international circles have been actively discussing the possibility of replacing Ukraine’s leader amid the upcoming US elections and Donald Trump’s statements. However, such a scenario could be a fatal mistake, endangering

4 months ago

World

Chinese naval ‘live-fire’ drills spark concern in Australia

The drills sparked a warning to airlines flying between Australian airports and New Zealand. Australia voiced concern Friday over Chinese warships conducting live-fire exercises off its coast in the Tasman Sea. “It is, as I understand

4 months ago

Politics

German election: Parties face off over Ukraine, NATO, Trump

Top German politicians and chancellor candidates, in a final TV debate, traded blows over topics such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, defense expenditures, and healthcare. The debate kicked off with a discussion

4 months ago

Politics

Middle East: Explosions hit empty buses in Tel Aviv suburb

Several explosions hit empty buses in central Israel. Authorities said other explosive devices were disabled. Israeli police said three buses exploded in a southern suburb of Tel Aviv. Authorities have referred to the

4 months ago

World

Pope Francis’ condition ‘improving slightly,’ Vatican says

Hospitalized for double pneumonia, Pope Francis’ condition was improving slightly. He has no fever, and his blood analyses are stable, the Vatican said. Pope Francis’ overall condition was “improving slightly” and his

4 months ago

Society

Ukraine: Zelenskyy wants ‘strong ties’ to United States

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met US official Keith Kellogg in Kyiv amid a push to end the war. After the meeting, the Ukrainian leader stressed the importance of good relations with the

4 months ago

World

Risk of large asteroid striking Earth falls to 1.5%

NASA cuts calculations of asteroid large enough to wipe out a whole city striking Earth in half. The global astronomical community expects the odds of an asteroid to hit Earth in December

4 months ago

Earth & Climate

India’s Kumbh Mela brings up environmental challenges

Hosting the world’s largest religious gathering comes with big environmental challenges. However, spiritual leaders in India used the festival to champion environmental sustainability Nearly one-third of India’s 1.4 billion plus population descended on the Maha

4 months ago

Earth & Climate

How Germany’s election may shape migration in the entire EU

Migration is a major topic of the German election campaign. Several parties want to introduce measures that could have a significant impact on the whole European Union. Permanent controls at the Schengen

4 months ago

Politics

South Africa postpones budget in ‘unprecedented’ step

The African National Congress and Democratic Alliance disagree over proposed VAT increases, casting doubt on the ruling coalition’s ability to govern. South Africa on Wednesday took the “unprecedented” step of postponing its budget

4 months ago

Politics

Rubiales found guilty of sexually assaulting Hermoso

Former Spain FA chief Luis Rubiales has been convicted of sexual assault for kissing Jennifer Hermoso. The verdict was delivered much sooner than expected. Former Spanish football federation President Luis Rubiales has been

4 months ago

Sport

G20 foreign ministers gather in South Africa without Rubio

The meeting will focus on Gaza and Ukraine but countries from the Global South want to confront reform, climate change and economic fairness. US FM Marco Rubio is boycotting over South Africa’s

4 months ago

Politics

South Korea: President Yoon faces criminal trial

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol appeared in court to face charges of orchestrating a rebellion. He is the first South Korean president to stand trial in a criminal case. South Korea’s impeached

4 months ago

World

US President Donald Trump is once again at the center of a major scandal

In a recent speech, he made a provocative statement about the war in Ukraine, claiming that “Ukraine attacked Russia.” This assertion sparked a strong reaction from politicians and experts, as it was

4 months ago

World

Egypt says unveils first king’s tomb in over a century

A joint Egyptian-British mission unearthed the tomb of King Thutmose II of the 18th Dynasty. However, unlike the famed Tutankhamun tomb, this find featured no mummy or gold mask. The tomb of

4 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Mexico: ‘Nothing illegal’ about US drone flights

After US media reported an increase in drone flights over Mexican territory, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum insisted that they form part of a yearslong collaboration between the two countries. The president of Mexico, Claudia

4 months ago

Politics

Trump tariffs would up US prices for German cars

A German car association called tariffs proposed by President Donald Trump a “provocation” that would increase prices for US consumers. The group also said any further tariffs would “directly hit the American

4 months ago

Business

German election: Afro-Germans hope for a better future

Immigration is one of the biggest political concerns in the upcoming German election on February 23. The African diaspora talks to DW about their hopes and fears. “If these elections could bring

4 months ago

Politics

Germany: Public transport strike called for Friday

Trade union Verdi said local transport services in six states will come to a standstill after negotiations for a wage increase failed to reach a breakthrough. Public transport employees in six German states will

4 months ago

World

Middle East: Trump’s Gaza plan rejected by UAE

The UAE President told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio they oppose a plan to displace Palestinians from Gaza. His statement on the issue comes ahead of a key summit in Saudi

4 months ago

World

Donald Trump’s trio for the Balkans

President Trump’s new team for the Balkans includes some familiar faces with close ties to Serbia: son-in-law Jared Kushner, former special envoy Richard Grenell and ex-governor Rod Blagojevich. The first weeks of Donald

4 months ago

Politics

Pope Francis has ‘peaceful night’ despite pneumonia battle

The 88-year-old pontiff has been diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs and has spent a fifth night in Rome’s Gemelli hospital. Pope Francis spent a peaceful fifth night in the hospital and ate

4 months ago

Society

Pakistan: Gunmen kill seven Punjabis in bus attack

Gunmen in Pakistan’s Balochistan province attacked a bus and killed passengers of Punjabi origin, authorities said. Attacks targeting Punjabi laborers have been on the rise. Gunmen killed seven passengers aboard a bus

4 months ago

World

Australia: 157 dolphins found stranded on Tasmanian beach

More than 150 dolphins were found stranded on a beach in Australia’s Tasmania state. Authorities on Wednesday said rescue teams were trying to save the animals who had survived. The rescue operation may prove challenging,

4 months ago

Earth & Climate

Brazil prosecutor charges Bolsonaro with 2022 coup plot

Brazil’s former leader, Jair Bolsonaro, is formally charged with attempting a coup to stay in office after losing the 2022 election. Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro knew and agreed to a plan to poison

4 months ago

Politics

US: Judge won’t block Musk from firing federal workers

US President Donald Trump’s administration scored a victory when a judge opted not to immediately stop Elon Musk’s DOGE from ordering the firing of federal workers or accessing the databases of seven

4 months ago

Politics

Uganda deploys troops to DR Congo to repel militias

The Ugandan troop deployment comes as the Congolese army faces a major challenge from rebel groups seeking to control the mineral-rich region. Uganda’s army said on Tuesday that its troops would be

4 months ago

World

Germany: Funeral held for former President Horst Köhler

Horst Köhler spent most of his early life as a refugee and became a highly popular president. He was also lauded for his post-presidency activism. The state funeral for former German President Horst

4 months ago

Politics

Tesla starts hiring in India after Modi and Musk meet

The electric carmaker posted 13 job openings in Mumbai and New Delhi days after its CEO Elon Musk met Indian PM Modi last week. India has recently lowered taxes on high-end cars.

4 months ago

World

Canada: Plane crash injures 18 at Toronto airport

A passenger plane crashes on landing in Toronto, with the 80 passengers possibly narrowly escaping disaster. A Delta regional jet overturned in Canada while landing Monday at Toronto Pearson Airport after a blizzard, injuring

4 months ago

World

Costa Rica to take India, Central Asia deportees from US

Costa Rica has announced it will receive migrants deported from the US, much like Panama and Guatemala. Two hundred migrants from central Asia and India are set to arrive on Wednesday. Costa

4 months ago

Society

KIIT: Nepalese student’s death sparks anger at India college

Nepal’s government said it was stepping in to help students affected by the death of a Nepalese student at an Indian college. Tensions rose after the administration asked Nepalese students to leave

4 months ago

Society

Israel Security Cabinet to discuss next phase of Gaza truce

Israel is also sending negotiators to Cairo to discuss the continued implementation of the first phase of the ceasefire deal. Meanwhile, the families of Israeli hostages in Gaza mark 500 days of

4 months ago

World

Pope Francis in ‘complex’ health situation

In a brief statement, the Vatican announced that the pope’s respiratory infection requires a new course of treatment. The infection has kept him hospitalized longer than a 2023 battle with pneumonia. The Vatican confirmed

4 months ago

Society

How Serbia’s student protesters organize fight for justice

The student movement in Serbia makes decisions by direct democracy and debates matters for hours on end, yet everything runs like clockwork. What drives the students? What are their goals? And where

4 months ago

Politics

A year after Navalny’s death, Russian opposition demoralized

Alexei Navalny, Russia’s most prominent dissident, died on February 16, 2024. Without him, the opposition in Russia remains fragmented, and the political process has ground to a halt. A year has passed

4 months ago

Politics

India: Man gets life for rape, murder of Irish tourist

The sentencing in the state of Goa comes less than a month after a police volunteer was jailed for the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata. A court in India has

4 months ago

World

US: Heavy rains and flooding kill 9

Flooding in the US has killed at least eight adults and one child, authorities said. Thousands have been left without access to power and drinking water. Heavy rainfall and flooding in parts of the US killed

4 months ago

World

South Korea temporarily removes DeepSeek from app stores

South Korean authorities said the DeepSeek AI app will be removed from app stores temporarily, pending a review. Many countries have raised concerns over the app’s collection and usage of sensitive data.

4 months ago

Innovations

Canadian warship passing through Taiwan Strait irks China

The Taiwan Strait separates Taiwan from mainland China, and Beijing claims jurisdiction over the maritime territory. Earlier this month, two US vessels also crossed the waterbody. China’s military on Monday said a Canadian

4 months ago

Politics

German election: Candidates spar on economy, Ukraine, Vance

The top four candidates to become Germany’s next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, Olaf Scholz, Robert Habeck and Alice Weidel, took the stage in a live television debate. The candidates laid out their views

4 months ago

Politics

MSC 2025: France plans Ukraine summit amid US fallout

European and US leaders have diverged on how to deal with Russia’s war on Ukraine during the Munich Security Conference. German Chancellor Scholz, along with others, has been critical of US comments.

4 months ago

Politics

Austria stabbing ‘Islamist attack,’ interior minister says

A Syrian asylum seeker suddenly attacked passersby in Villach, killing a teenager and injuring five others. Austria’s interior minister said the perpetrator was linked to the so-called “Islamic State” group. The perpetrator

4 months ago

World

Germany: Munich car ramming suspect had ‘Islamist motive’

The car ramming into a rally in the Bavarian capital on Thursday has left at least 36 injured, German authorities said. Munich’s prosecutor said there was no evidence linking the incident to

4 months ago

World

Pope Francis hospitalized with bronchitis, Vatican says

The pope will undergo medical examinations and receive treatment for a case of bronchitis, the Vatican said. Pope Francis has been hospitalized in Rome on Friday, as he undergoes treatment for ongoing bronchitis,

4 months ago

Society

Pakistan: At least 10 workers killed in Balochistan blast

The workers were on their way to a market when the vehicle carrying them was hit by an explosion. Pakistan’s restive Balochistan border region has seen a surge in violence in recent

4 months ago

World

Cyclone Zelia makes landfall in Western Australia

Cyclone Zelia is one of the strongest storms to his Western Australia in recent years. Major industrial ports were shut down ahead of the storm’s arrival. Severe Tropical Cyclone Zelia hit Australia’s west coast on Friday

4 months ago

Earth & Climate

Chernobyl nuclear plant hit by explosion, IAEA says

The energy agency said no casualties were reported after an overnight blast at the former Chernobyl nuclear plant. It also said radiation levels at the site remained normal. An explosion caused a

4 months ago

World

TikTok returns to US app stores weeks after Trump delays ban

TikTok has reappeared on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store in the US. It comes after President Donald Trump hinted optimism about the future of the Chinese-owned app. The TikTok app returned

4 months ago

Innovations

Whale swallows kayaker in Chile then spits him out

A kayaker in Chile found himself inside momentarily inside a humpback whale. The whole incident was captured on video by the kayaker’s father and quickly went viral. A humpback whale briefly swallowed a kayaker

4 months ago

Earth & Climate

Germany: Porsche set to slash jobs by 2029

Luxury car maker Porsche has announced plans to cut almost 2,000 jobs over the next five years. German sportscar manufacturer Porsche on Thursday said it was planning to cut some 1,900 jobs at

4 months ago

Business

Germany: Munich car ‘attack’ injures 30, suspect detained

At least 30 people were injured after a car drove into a trade union march in Munich. Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for the suspect, an Afghan national legally in Germany, to

4 months ago

World

US updates: Trump meets India’s Modi, announces tariffs

US President Donald Trump met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who Trump called a “great friend,” while also warning him of tariffs after signing a sweeping new order. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived

4 months ago

Politics

Could Trump’s plans derail Saudi-Israel normalization?

US plans have rendered diplomatic ties between Israel and Saudi Arabia unlikely for the time being. Yet Riyadh and Washington have their own roadmaps. Meanwhile, Palestinians continue to bear the brunt. Polarizing

4 months ago

World

Hamas says will free Israeli hostages as planned

The Islamist militant group Hamas has said it now plans to free three Israeli hostages on Saturday, as scheduled. The announcement follows mediation talks in Egypt, after a threatened delay to the

4 months ago

World

German election: Scholz floats legal case over racism claim

Germany’s chancellor Olaf Scholz has denied the allegation that he made a “racist outburst” against an opposition politician. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says he might take legal action over the report claiming that he

4 months ago

Politics

Ukraine peace talks: Germany calls for European involvement

Security officials and heads of governments stress that Ukraine ought to be involved in peace talks, after the US moved to start negotiations with Moscow.  German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stressed that peace must not

4 months ago

World

Afghanistan: Apparent suicide blast targets ministry complex

Taliban government officials said a man who attempted to carry out an attack inside a ministry compound was killed by guards before he could reach his target. There was an explosion due

4 months ago

World

Germany: 3 convicted in Michael Schumacher blackmail plot

A court has given a jail sentence to a man who tried to blackmail the family of former racing star Michael Schumacher. Two others were given suspended sentences for their role in

4 months ago

World

Taiwan: Death toll rising from blast at food court

Authorities say that at least four people have been killed and others taken to hospital, after a blast at a food court on the 12th floor of a department store in Taichung

4 months ago

World

N. Korea destroys meeting place for war-separated families

The Mount Kumgang Reunion Center has been a place where separated families have gathered for some emotional scenes between relations who haven’t seen each other for decades — and may never see

4 months ago

Society

Hungary’s Orban hosts Germany’s AfD leader Alice Weidel

AfD candidate for chancellor Alice Weidel’s visit to Hungary marks the first time Orban has hosted a politician from the far-right German party. Hungary’s nationalist Prime Minister Victor Orban hosted and endorsed Germany’s far-right AfD

4 months ago

Politics

France: Grenade thrown into Grenoble bar injures several

The incident occurred at a bar in the Olympic Village neighborhood in the southern French city of Gernoble. A motive for the attack is not yet known but an investigation is already

4 months ago

Society

UN: Up to 1,400 killed in Bangladesh protests crackdown

The UN human rights chief says officials from former PM Sheikh Hasina’s government and security services committed serious human rights violations. He said crimes against humanity may have been carried out. UN

4 months ago

Politics

Google Calendar removes Black History Month and Pride Month

Users began noticing that Google Calendar removed some cultural events — like Holocaust Remembrance Day or Pride Month — typically listed as default items on Calendar. The tech giant said the changes

4 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

German election: Border controls extended for 6 months

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has announced that border controls in Germany will remain in place for another six months. Meanwhile, the leader of the far-right AfD traveled to Budapest to meet with Hungary’s

4 months ago

Politics