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Russian dissident artist Semyon Skrepezki murdered in Poland

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 20:11
Skrepezki was known for his scathing caricatures of Russian President Vladimir Putin. His suspected killer has been apprehended.

EU summit: Leaders to discuss Ukraine, global issues

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 19:12
European Union leaders are gathering in Brussels for a two-day summit. The meeting is expected to focus on supporting Ukraine, the EU’s next long-term budget, and addressing global economic challenges. DW has more.

World Cup: Ivory Coast's Elye Wahi denied entry to Canada

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 18:35
Elephants striker Elye Wahi is being investigated in France in connection to allegations of match-fixing. The 23-year-old, who is contracted to Eintracht Frankfurt, is not the first player to be denied a Canadian visa.

Strait of Hormuz: German military prepares for possible deployment

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 18:27
Following the tentative deal with the US, Iran is planning to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The German Bundeswehr is planning to assist with the mine-clearing.

Israel says it's cutting ties to EU's Kaja Kallas

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 18:08
Israel's foreign minister says he is severing contact with the EU's foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas. Gideon Saar attributed the move to a media report alleging that Kallas compared Israel to apartheid-era South Africa.

Oil nations on edge in the face of new climate coalition

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 17:42
Even amid an ongoing energy crunch, major economies are dodging firm timelines to phase out coal, oil and gas. Fossil fuel-producing nations now fear new clean energy alliances could ramp up the pressure to go green.

How a feel-good German song is taking over social media

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 17:13
Being encouraging and building confidence is what the German song "Gut genug" ("Good Enough") is all about. A meme is now bringing the track and its message to millions of people around the world.

US-Iran talks: Hope and skepticism in the Swiss alps

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 17:12
An end to fighting and relief from a global energy crunch is a welcome development, but critics say the US may have rushed into a bad deal. US-Iran talks in Switzerland will reveal more.

India news: Telegram is 'like Frankenstein,' government says

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 16:50
The platform — temporarily banned in India — has grown into a "monster," officials say. Elswhere, the air force is helping secure the NEET-UG retests, while Modi and Trump are "very close" to trade deal. DW has more.

US-Iran deal: Between conflict and compromise

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 16:28
The US and Iran are starting tough negotiations after signing a ceasefire agreement. DW looks at the red lines, and where both sides could agree.

Niger security forces battle gunmen at airport

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 15:07
Niger's security forces engaged in an hours-long shootout with gunmen at the nation's main international airport. No one has taken responsibility but Islamists are suspected of being behind the attack.

Poland: Arrest after Russian artist and Putin critic killed

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 13:47
Prime Minister Donald Tusk says Lublin police arrested a suspect in the fatal shooting of the Russian national and critical artist known as Semyon Skrepetsky. He said investigators were still seeking a "mastermind."

NATO: US lashes out, alliance head says everything's fine

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 13:38
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth threatened NATO allies over lack of spending and tepid support for the war in Iran. Members say they are on the right path but need time as NATO boss Mark Rutte, claims all is good.

Berlin summit brings out private equity protesters

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 13:10
Activists gathered to protest the SuperReturn private equity summit in Berlin, saying the industry drives inequality, job cuts and rising costs as investors representing trillions of Euros gather to seek high returns.

Nathaniel Brown: The left back Germany have been waiting for

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 12:42
A strong option at left back is overdue for Germany. Nathaniel Brown is quickly becoming a star at the World Cup.

Cuba approves economic reforms amid US pressure

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 12:12
Cuba's Communist Party has signed off on a package of free market reforms. One member called the changes a response to "economic war," while the party said they were not a "deviation" from the socialist project.

Germany news: Minister weighs cuts to UN contributions

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 12:01
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has criticized the UN after Germany failed in a recent bid for a Security Council seat. Meanwhile, industrial employment levels in the country are at a decade low.

Germany news: Minister moots cuts to UN contributions

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 12:01
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has criticized the UN after Germany failed in a recent bid for a Security Council seat. Meanwhile, industrial employment levels in the country are at a decade low. DW has more.

Germany news: Industrial employment falls to decade low

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 12:01
A new study shows the decline was due to weaker hiring activity rather than redundancies. And at the World Cup, Germany may be taking a break but German coaches are in the thick of the action. DW has more.

India news: Modi, Trump 'very close' to trade deal

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 10:14
As the Indian and US leaders put on a friendly show on the sidelines of the G7 summit, a critical trade deal still hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, the Indian air force is helping secure the NEET-UG retests. DW has more.

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