Hong Kong Tiananmen activists jailed for up to 7 years
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Three pro-democracy activists who organized annual commemorations of China's deadly 1989 Tiananmen crackdown were charged under Hong Kong's Beijing-backed national security law.
September 11th 2026, 7:14 am
Why North Korea's Kim Jong Un doesn't need a US deal
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Donald Trump's overtures to North Korea's dictator have gone nowhere, with an emboldened Pyongyang accelerating its nuclear program and solidifying alliances with Russia and China.
September 11th 2026, 7:14 am
Turks in Germany anxious after AfD wins in Saxony-Anhalt
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The Alternative for Germany party's win in Saxony-Anhalt has alarmed people of Turkish origin in eastern states. Will workers and business owners abandon the increasingly AfD-friendly region for the more welcoming west?
September 11th 2026, 6:13 am
Yemen: Houthis tighten control of strategic Red Sea towns
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Reports indicate Houthi militants have taken over the port city of Mokha along with Perim Island, which occupies a strategic position on a vital transport waterway in the Red Sea.
September 11th 2026, 6:13 am
China angered by Taiwan VP's visit to EU democracy forum
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Beijing has lodged a complaint with Italy and the EU over top Taiwanese officials visiting a democracy conference. The EU is navigating contentious issues with China and high-ranking Taiwanese visits are rare.
September 11th 2026, 6:13 am
Germany's connection to the 9/11 attacks
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The 9/11 plot, including the twin tower attacks, was partly planned by the so-called Hamburg cell. A look at how Germany's national security was reshaped.
September 11th 2026, 6:00 am
The 'end of an era' as Goethe-Institut in Russia closes
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The Goethe-Institut was one of the last German institutions still operating in Russia. However, following Moscow’s decision to close its offices, all employees will have to stop working by September 13.
September 11th 2026, 6:00 am
Germany: Far right lead in upcoming state election polls
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Polling suggests the far-right AfD is carrying its momentum into another upcoming state election. Meanwhile, former Chancellor Angela Merkel has urged people not to take democracy for granted. DW has more.
September 11th 2026, 6:00 am
Hong Kong Tiananmen activists sentenced up to 7 years
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Three pro-democracy activists who organized annual commemorations of China's deadly 1989 Tiananmen crackdown were charged under Hong Kong's Beijing-backed national security law.
September 11th 2026, 6:00 am
India news: Putin, Modi to hold talks ahead of BRICS Summit
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Modi will also meet Xi Jinping as India seeks to balance ties with China and Russia. The wars in Ukraine and Iran could test the group's unity at the summit. Follow DW for more.
September 11th 2026, 4:27 am
Philippines ferry fire: Search continues for dozens missing
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Firefighters searching for survivors combed through the smoking remains of a ferry off the coast of Coron island in the Philippines. Five people died and over 40 have been rescued
September 11th 2026, 4:27 am
Magyar vs. Moscow: Hungary's new tough stance toward Russia
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Hungarian PM Peter Magyar has abruptly ended the era of his predecessor's warm relations with Russia: Budapest has expelled 10 Russian diplomats from the country. Moscow is considering halting gas supplies in response.
September 11th 2026, 4:27 am
Germany's connection to the September 11 attacks
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The 9/11 plot, including the twin tower attacks, was partly planned by the so-called Hamburg cell. A look at how Germany's national security was reshaped.
September 11th 2026, 2:29 am
Why are European banks moving their gold out of the US?
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The Netherlands and France have moved their gold out of US vaults. Part of the reason is fear over US reliability, but equally important is the need to have their gold closer to home in the event of a crisis.
September 11th 2026, 2:29 am
New California social media laws target addictive features
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Several new laws are aimed at "psychologically exploitative" social media functions for children. Governor Gavin Newsom said the laws target the technology behind addictive use rather than age alone.
September 11th 2026, 2:29 am
Spanish lawmakers back citizenship for Sahrawis
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Spanish lawmakers approved a bill that could give citizenship to tens of thousands of Sahrawis and their descendants, amid tense ties with Morocco. The legislation must now pass the senate.
September 11th 2026, 12:59 am
Spanish lawmakers back citizenship for Saharawis
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Spanish lawmakers approved a bill that could give citizenship to tens of thousands of Sahrawis and their descendants, amid tense ties with Morocco. The legislation must now pass the senate.
September 10th 2026, 11:15 pm
Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with UAE
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Algeria said that it was closing its airspace and severing ties with the United Arab Emirates. Algiers accuses Abu Dhabi of destabilizing countries such as Libya, Sudan and Mali.
September 10th 2026, 6:42 pm
Several killed in coach crash in eastern Switzerland
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Several people were killed and others injured in a tourist bush crash near the village of Susch in Switzerland's eastern canton of Graubünden.
September 10th 2026, 3:29 pm
Digital data leeches: trading on our profiles
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US tech companies gather, link, and sell more and more information about their users. The scandal involving the dating app Grindr shows how easy it is for highly sensitive data to fall into the wrong hands.
September 10th 2026, 3:12 pm
Germany’s Goethe-Institut is closing in Russia. Russians tell DW how canceled exams are upending the
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Canceled language exams, disrupted plans to study in Germany and the disappearance of an important cultural link: DW users shared how the closure of Germany's Goethe-Institut in Russia affects their lives.
September 10th 2026, 2:29 pm
Canada, Ukraine pledge 100-year partnership
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Canada would provide Ukraine with a "very important" air defense package.
September 10th 2026, 2:29 pm
25 years after 9/11: Al-Qaeda weakened but not gone
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25 years after 9/11, the terrorist group al-Qaeda is no longer the global terrorist organization it once was. Its central leadership has been weakened, but offshoots remain strong across Africa and Asia.
September 10th 2026, 2:12 pm
Uganda: Traditional kingdom plunged into succession crisis
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A royal succession committee and the family of late King Oyo Nyimba of Toroo have put forward competing candidates. Questions have been raised as to whether the late monarch indeed had a son as his family claims.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
North Korea spends war windfall on arms, infrastructure
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The Ukraine war and Pyongyang's alliance with Moscow have delivered an economic boost to North Korea, allowing the regime to pursue a range of long-desired projects.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
Russians about Goethe-Institut: 'Hostage to politics'
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Canceled language exams, disrupted plans to study in Germany and the disappearance of an important cultural link: DW users shared how the closure of Germany's Goethe-Institut in Russia affects their lives.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
Are electric vehicles really bad for the environment?
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Some German politicians are calling for a delay to the EU plan to phase out gas-powered vehicles, saying cars must be judged on the entire carbon footprint. But the full picture still says EVs are more climate friendly.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
African Parks: When conservation becomes a question of power
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African Parks is dedicated to protecting wildlife on the continent across some vast areas. But the organization faces allegations of human rights abuses by rangers. Now, Prince Harry is stepping down from its board.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
ECB raises interest rates to fight off inflation jump
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The European Central Bank raised borrowing costs and warned that inflation could remain high for an extended period. Energy markets and geopolitical tensions are still major concerns.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
How Celine Dion became a pop culture icon across generations
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As the global star kicks off her anticipated Paris residency, here's how Celine Dion managed to gain younger followers while keeping her loyal older fans.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
Germany sets its sights on Russia's shadow fleet
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The German government wants to follow other EU countries and take more decisive action against Russia's shadow fleet, accusing it of helping Moscow evade sanctions and carry out acts of sabotage.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
Cyberattack in Berlin: 1.4 million files on the Dark Web
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Shortly before Berlin's state parliamentary election, the hacker group Rhysida stole data, tried to extort the Berlin Senate and published the data on the dark web after their attempt failed.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
Yemen: Houthis take control of strategic Red Sea port city
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The Houthi takeover of Mokha comes amid intensified fighting that has sparked fears of a return to civil war. The Red Sea has served as a key alternative to the Strait of Hormuz amid the US war with Iran.
September 10th 2026, 1:39 pm
Ecuador: Ex-president Bucaram sentenced in corruption case
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Abdala Bucaram, Ecuador's former president, was convicted of organized crime for his role in the illegal sale of COVID-19 tests and medical supplies, receiving a prison sentence of over nine years.
September 10th 2026, 4:21 am
Ceuta: Documents show Spanish intelligence warned of crisis
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Spain declassified documents that showed warnings issued a day before more than 70,000 migrants rushed the Ceuta border fence. Meanwhile, the EU announced funds to strengthen the border and return migrants to Morocco.
September 10th 2026, 4:09 am
Trump promises Americans $5,000 if Republicans win midterms
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The US president gave a wide-ranging speech at the Republican midterm convention. He defended the war in Iran, trade wars and tariffs, and the White House ballroom. He also called Democrats evil and immigrants animals.
September 10th 2026, 4:09 am
Philippines: Several killed, dozens missing after fire on ferry
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Footage released by the Coast Guard showed the vessel engulfed in flames as rescuers brought bodies ashore in body bags. The ship's manifest listed 134 passengers and crew.
September 10th 2026, 4:09 am
Germany: Energy boss urges better infrastructure protection
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The chief of power giant RWE says Germany's rules for protecting vital infrastructure are outdated, calling for greater secrecy. Meanwhile, German inflation rose as the ECB consideres interest rates. DW has the latest.
September 10th 2026, 4:09 am
August hottest month ever recorded, says EU monitor
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The average global temperature in August broke the previous record set in 2023. Climate scientists say record summer heat in the northern hemisphere and warmer oceans are all part of a new normal.
September 10th 2026, 4:09 am
China: English to be removed as a graded core subject?
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A university professor is calling for English to no longer be taught as a graded core subject in Chinese schools. Opponents argue that, in a globalized world, knowing English is beneficial for the country and career.
September 9th 2026, 7:02 pm
Ceuta: EU grants Spain €115 million in emergency aid
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The EU has said the funds will go toward bolstering border security and returning migrants to Morocco. The move comes in the wake of a crisis that saw more than 70,000 migrants overwhelm the Spanish exclave in July.
September 9th 2026, 7:02 pm
Finland: Google announces €13 billion AI, energy investment
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Google has announced a plan to expand AI data centers and buy massive amounts of nuclear energy. Finland's security services have warned of there are risks, but the right-wing government says the deal will bring jobs.
September 9th 2026, 7:02 pm
Germany's connection to the September 11, 2001 attacks
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The 9/11 attacks were partly planned in Hamburg, via the so-called Hamburg cell, whose members played key roles in the plot. A look back at a day that shook up Germany’s approach to national security.
September 9th 2026, 7:02 pm
Norway's PM: Zelenskyy's plane almost hit by drone
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A drone nearly struck a plane carrying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy from Moldova to Oslo, according to Norway's prime minister. However, a Ukrainian source said the threat may have been overstated.
September 9th 2026, 7:02 pm
Serbia, the conflicted EU candidate
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On paper, Belgrade has pursued EU membership for years. But accession has long been stalled. The hero's farewell given to war criminal Mladic exposed just how far Serbia has alienated itself from Europe.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
EU proposes more restrictions for Airbnb, holiday rentals
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The European Union wants tighter rules on short-term rentals to tackle housing shortages in tourist hotspots.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
Iran tightens social control with crackdown on cafes
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Authorities are keeping a close eye on cafes, fearing they could play a role in fostering anti-government sentiment.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
Oil prices rise as Middle East conflict escalates
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The price of oil returned to triple digits in US dollars, as conflict in the Middle East threatens supply chains and puts a strain on global reserves.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
Cambodia's floating schools hit by rising fuel costs
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The Iran war has sent fuel prices higher in Cambodia, squeezing families who rely on fishing and boats for their livelihoods. For children living on Tonle Sap, rising fuel costs pose yet another barrier to education.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
Ethiopia's constitutional reform: What does it mean — especially for Abiy?
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Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stands to benefit from a planned constitutional reform in the country. A new presidential system would reshape political power — and could give him a more powerful mandate in office.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
Syria arms depot explosion kills at least 14
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The explosion struck near the Syrian city of Sarmada in Idlib province in the northwest. The Defense Ministry said the weapons and remnants from the war were being stored temporarily at the site before being relocated.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
How Belarusians still find hope in a silenced country
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The documentary "Letters From the Silenced Country" depicts the ongoing repression under the authoritarian regime. Director Andrei Kutsila talked to DW ahead of the film's Venice premiere.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
Why we're still looking for dark matter
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When physicists said they may have spotted evidence of dark matter almost 100 years after it was proposed as a theory, the internet lit up. Here's why we're searching for the thing that holds everything else together.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
Switzerland: Two killed in power plant explosion
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A fire and subsequent explosion have killed two workers at a Swiss hydroelectric power plant. Authorities say the facility suffered major damage in the incident.
September 9th 2026, 12:57 pm
Putin rejects mobilization rumors, many Russians unconvinced
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Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has dismissed rumors about military mobilization. But many Russians, including many DW users, say they are preparing for the possibility.
September 9th 2026, 2:54 am
Dallas Republican convention: How Trump looms over midterms
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Donald Trump is not on the ballot in the midterm elections — but the first Republican midterm convention is putting him center stage. It's a strategy that could prove risky for the party.
September 9th 2026, 2:54 am
BRICS leaders gather in India, but does the group have a clear purpose?
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The 18th BRICS summit takes place in India this weekend. Unlike last year, the leaders of China and Russia are coming. But does the expanded group have a clear common mission and purpose?
September 9th 2026, 2:54 am
US strikes oil tankers off coast of Iran
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The US attacked four oil-carrying vessels in the Gulf of Oman and one in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Revolutionary Guard said it would strike ships off Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation.
September 8th 2026, 11:25 pm
Fifty years after Mao’s death, China has transformed. DW looks at why his political legacy still mat
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Mao Zedong was perhaps the most influential, and certainly one of the most controversial, figures in 20th-century China. Even five decades after his death, the legacy of his era continues to influence China today.
September 8th 2026, 11:25 pm
Israel's Netanyahu denies UAE warned him of October 7 attack
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Israeli media reported that the UAE contacted Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu before the October 7, 2023 attacks, warning him that Hamas was planning a major operation. The prime minister has rejected the reports.
September 8th 2026, 11:25 pm
German economy frets about Saxony-Anhalt election results
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The AfD won the election in the eastern German state by a wide margin. While politicians and election analysts are still debating the reasons for the far-right party's popularity, economists are sounding the alarm.
September 8th 2026, 11:25 pm
EU, UK express dismay over Mladic funeral in Serbia
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The EU is deliberating an official response to the glorification of war criminal Ratko Mladic in Belgrade. The UK, meanwhile, summoned Serbia's charge d'affaires over the display.
September 8th 2026, 11:25 pm
Trump escalates trade war with Canada with import bans, 50% tariffs
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US President Trump has announced new import bans and 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods as tensions between the two countries intensify. This comes a day after Ottawa's retaliatory tariffs on US products took effect.
September 8th 2026, 11:25 pm
Ratko Mladic’s funeral casts shadow over Bosnia and Herzegovina vote
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Ratko Mladic’s funeral in Belgrade, attended by Serbian and Bosnian Serb leaders, has deepened regional tensions and could affect the upcoming election in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
September 8th 2026, 11:25 pm
50 years after his death, Mao still shapes China
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Mao Zedong was perhaps the most influential, and certainly one of the most controversial, figures in 20th-century China. Even five decades after his death, the legacy of his era continues to influence China today.
September 8th 2026, 10:51 am
US-Canada tariff dispute weighs on cross-border ties
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As Canada's retaliatory tariffs take effect, Canadian and US car industries fear the trade war will hit them hard, while Canadians are cutting back on travel.
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
German police arrest suspect in power grid sabotage case
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Investigators say the suspect used homemade rockets and conductive wire to target high-voltage lines in three German states, apparently as part of a campaign against fossil fuels.
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
Kenya: Crackdown on foreign traders prompts xenophobia fears
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Fears of xenophobia are rising in Kenya after President William Ruto ordered a crackdown on foreigners working as hawkers. The government insists however that legally documented foreign traders remain protected.
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
Hungary orders 10 Russian diplomats to leave
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Budapest says the expulsions are necessary to protect security and sovereignty after years of comparatively close ties between Hungary and Russia.
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
Afghanistan's women: A national soccer team without a home
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The Afghan women's national football team has finally been officially recognized by FIFA. Now the players want to make history both on and off the field.
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
BSW and AfD – a political love-hate relationship in Germany
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The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) could help the Alternative for Germany (AfD) into power in Saxony-Anhalt. It is riddled with infighting
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
EU court rules against Belgian far-right party in IKEA case
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A European court has backed Ikea's challenge against a Belgian far-right party, saying the use of Ikea-style visuals could harm the company's reputation.
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
Japan's empty temples seek new ways to survive
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With a declining population, shrinking congregations and growing economic pressures, temples are struggling to stay relevant. As more temples are sold or closed, is religion in decline in modern Japan?
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
UK announces trade sanctions on Israeli settlements in occupied West Bank
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Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said the measures were in response to what he called "settler terrorism" in the occupied territories. The measures are part of the UK's efforts to support a two-state solution.
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
Bosnia: The long shadow cast by Ratko Mladic's coffin
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Ratko Mladic's funeral in Belgrade, which was attended by Serbian and Bosnian Serb leaders, has triggered emotional responses across the region and is likely to impact Bosnia's upcoming election.
September 8th 2026, 10:42 am
Eiffel Tower employees strike after female staff removed
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The employees protested against the removal of the site's female workers due to a request by a visiting Hindu group. The tower's operating company apologized for the decision.
September 7th 2026, 8:44 pm
Nicaragua challenges German arms exports to Israel at ICJ
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Germany has asked the International Court of Justice to dismiss the case on jurisdiction grounds. It also said its arms exports to Israel were documented, published, and subject to more stringent checks than most.
September 7th 2026, 3:28 pm
3 years on, Morocco earthquake victims still wait for help
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Reconstruction has progressed in the three years since the 2023 Morocco earthquake, but some survivors are still living in tents. Locals are divided as to how successful it's been, and whether state aid is enough.
September 7th 2026, 3:28 pm
Werner Herzog: Germany's wild man of cinema is back
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As his latest movie, "Bucking Fastard," premiered at the Venice Film Festival, DW talked to the boundary-breaking director.
September 7th 2026, 3:28 pm
War criminal Ratko Mladic buried with military honors in Belgrade, Serbia
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Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb commander convicted of genocide in Srebrenica, has been buried in Belgrade. The funeral, broadcast live on TV, comes just days before President Vucic is expected to call an election.
September 7th 2026, 3:28 pm
Russia opens first road bridge with North Korea
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Russia and North Korea have opened their first road bridge across the Tumen River as political, economic and military ties between the two countries deepen.
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
Chancellor Merz says AfD result 'changes all of Germany'
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A visibly shaken but also determined Friedrich Merz spoke in Berlin about the AfD's election victory in Saxony-Anhalt and the CDU's bitter defeat. He insisted on sticking to his reforms.
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
Russia announces it is closing Germany's consulate in St. Petersburg
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The tit-for-tat reaction comes after Germany said it is shutting down Russia's consulate in Bonn and its cultural center in Berlin.
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
War criminal Mladic buried with military honors in Belgrade
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Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb commander convicted of genocide in Srebrenica, has been buried in Belgrade. The funeral, broadcast live on TV, comes just days before President Vucic is expected to call an election.
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
Can the AfD form a government in Saxony-Anhalt?
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Following its record election success, the far-right Alternative for Germany aims to form a government. What options does it have without a majority?
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
Carbon capture tech exists. Scaling it up is the hard part
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Europe just opened a carbon capture and storage plant billed as the continent's largest. But global climate scenarios call for far more capacity than exists anywhere on Earth.
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
EU's Von der Leyen pledges $232 million Greenland investment
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The EU is preparing a major investment package and closer political ties with the Danish Arctic territory amid Donald Trump's demand for greater US control of the mineral-rich island.
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
Pakistan: Can creating new provinces fix governance?
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Pakistanis broadly agree that the country needs more responsive and effective government, but many question whether simply creating more provinces is the solution.
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
Threatening letters revive fears among Kashmiri Pandits
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Leaked addresses and phone numbers have reignited fears among Hindu government employees who returned to Muslim-majority Kashmir under a rehabilitation scheme.
September 7th 2026, 11:09 am
Von der Leyen in Greenland with EU investments amid Trump pressure
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The EU is preparing a major investment package and closer political ties with the Danish Arctic territory amid Donald Trump's demand for greater US control of the mineral-rich island.
September 7th 2026, 4:25 am
India news: Rescue efforts underway in deadly Delhi building collapse
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The building was located in New Delhi's Satya Niketan, popular among students from nearby colleges and universities. At least 12 people have been rescued from the rubble. DW has more.
September 7th 2026, 4:25 am
Jamaica to petition King Charles over slavery reparations
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Jamaica will ask King Charles III to refer questions about the legality of slavery and Britain's potential obligation to provide reparations.
September 7th 2026, 4:25 am
UK government condemns 'thuggish' anti-migrant protests in Portsmouth
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Hundreds gathered in Portsmouth after some refugees arrived by boat from France, a day after masked protesters disrupted traffic at the port of Dover.
September 7th 2026, 4:25 am
Saxony-Anhalt: Germany wakes up to 'unsettling' AfD victory
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The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won the Saxony-Anhalt state election but without an absolute majority in parliament. Other European nations were wrestling with the impact of the results. Follow DW.
September 7th 2026, 4:25 am
Several killed in Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami
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At least five people have died after a cargo plane crashed at Miami International Airport. The aircraft overran a runway, struck several vehicles and caught fire.
September 6th 2026, 11:24 pm
Saxony-Anhalt: Preliminary official results show AfD tops vote
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The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won the Saxony-Anhalt state election but failed to secure an absolute majority in the state parliament. Follow DW.
September 6th 2026, 11:24 pm
Israeli strikes on Lebanon kill several despite truce
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Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun has appealed to the international community to "take immediate action to stop these violations" of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
September 6th 2026, 6:41 pm
Saxony-Anhalt: Digesting the AfD's landmark election win
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With well over 40% for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), Saxony-Anhalt has witnessed a landmark election night. DW's reporters were on the ground.
September 6th 2026, 6:41 pm
Fact check: Election fraud claims spread in Saxony-Anhalt
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False and misleading claims are raising questions about the integrity of the election in Saxony-Anhalt. DW Fact Check takes a closer look.
September 6th 2026, 6:41 pm
Saxony-Anhalt: Far-right AfD secures huge lead in key vote
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The far-right AfD has taken a massive lead at the Saxony-Anhalt election, although it was not clear if it will be able to form government. The party's state leader said the result sends "a signal to Berlin." Follow DW.
