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India news: Modi hails Seychelles as valued martime partner

Sat, 06/27/2026 - 10:06
India's PM Narendra Modi is in the middle of an official tour to the Seychelles. Modi arrived in Victoria on Saturday with deepening of martime, security and economic ties on his docket. DW has the latest.

India news: PM Modi embarks on two-day Seychelles visit

Sat, 06/27/2026 - 10:06
India's PM Narendra Modi is set to be the Guest of Honor at the Golden Jubilee of Seychelles' National Day. His visit is also aimed at stregnthening martime, security and economic cooperation. DW has the latest.

Court upholds Weinstein rape conviction

Sat, 06/27/2026 - 04:59
A California court has upheld the conviction of disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein but said a lower court judge must resentence him. Allegations against Weinstein sparked the #MeToo movement.

US carries out 'additional strikes' on Iran

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 23:50
The US military said "additional strikes" have been carried out on targets in Iran. CENTCOM said the strikes were in response to a drone strike on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. DW has more.

US, Iran trade strikes as truce faces threat

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 23:50
The United States and Iran each launched strikes in the worst escalation since they signed their interim peace deal. Follow DW for more.

Iran war: US military hits Iran over cargo vessel attack

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 23:50
US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of carrying out a drone attack on a cargo vessel on Thursday and violating the US-Iran deal. In response, the US military has launched fresh strikes on Iran. DW has more.

Trump foe John Bolton pleads guilty in classified docs case

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 20:58
Bolton faces as many as five years in prison. He had earlier served as Trump's national security adviser during the president's first term in office, but later resigned over his differences with Trump.

US, Lebanon, Israel sign framework agreement

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 20:56
US Secretary ‌of ⁠State ⁠Marco ​Rubio has announced ​a trilateral ​framework ‌agreement. Lebanese officials began direct talks with Israel in Washington in April.

Creative climate messaging and other eco wins of the week

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 18:38
An artist in Mali and climate scientists in the US are finding new ways to inform the public about the climate crisis.

Fact check: throwing cold water on heat wave disinformation

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 18:31
An outdated air-conditioning law, a viral health myth about sleeping with the fan on and the age-old climate change hoax allegation: DW checked what's spreading in Europe's heat wave.

World Cup: Morocco's Ismael Saibari signs for Bayern Munich

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 18:30
Three nationalities, five languages and soon to be resident in a fourth country: Ismael Saibari, the star of Morocco's World Cup so far, has signed for Bayern Munich. But he has business to finish with the Atlas Lions.

World Cup: Morocco's Ismael Saibari set for Bayern Munich

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 18:30
Three nationalities, five languages and soon to be resident in a fourth country: Ismael Saibari, the star of Morocco's World Cup so far, is set to join Bayern Munich. But he has business to finish with the Atlas Lions.

Comedy legend Mel Brooks turns 100

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 18:26
His parody of Hitler in the landmark 1968 movie "The Producers" was just the beginning for US actor Mel Brooks. The 100-year-old comedian is still on a roll.

South Africa braces for anti-migrant protests

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 18:12
Tensions are rising ahead of planned anti-migrant protests on June 30, as South Africa's government warns against violence. Analysts say deep social and economic crises are fueling unrest and xenophobia.

German lawyers: Ban on far-right AfD 'likely successful'

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 17:57
A new report by legal experts has found that efforts to ban Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) could be successful — but there would be political dangers to such a move.

'Operation Purgatory': Magyar moves to demolish Orban system

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 17:49
The new Hungarian government is moving swiftly to dismantle the system of former PM Viktor Orban. The focus is on fighting corruption, reforming the media and protecting democracy to prevent a slide back into autocracy.

How the Iran war impacts Abu Dhabi's AI strategy

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 17:36
Abu Dhabi's ambitions to turn the UAE into a global hub for digital infrastructure and AI, dubbed "UAE AI Strategy 2031," face pressure after the war with Iran. But the UAE is also known for its business resilience.

World Cup: 'Pride Match' sparks objections in Egypt and Iran

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 16:06
Friday night's game in Seattle was designated as a "Pride Match" well ahead of the World Cup draw. The fixture list then threw up Egypt vs. Iran, two countries in which homosexuality is criminalized.

India news: Government sends help to quake-hit Venezuela

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 15:40
Two air force planes carrying supplies as well as a field hospital unit are on their way. Also making headlines: Qatar has repatriated the bodies of four Indians killed in a gas explosion. DW has more.

Wagner festival reinstates Holocaust memorial event after cancellation

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 15:35
The Bayreuth Festival had canceled a planned memorial lecture featuring Jewish author and broadcaster Michel Friedman, drawing sharp criticism.

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