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Turkey journalists angered after NATO summit exclusion

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 20:01
Turkish outlets critical of Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government have been denied accreditation to cover the event in July. Press freedom groups called the development "alarming."

Sudan: Warnings mount over the risk of new mass atrocities

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 19:33
As Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces mass around the strategic city of el-Obeid, fears are growing of atrocities similar to those seen in Darfur's el-Fasher. Could sanctions still prevent bloodshed?

Germany considers 'opt-out' organ donor option

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 18:16
Germany is one of few European countries that still has an exclusively "opt-in" choice for organ donation — despite long waiting lists for organs. Now, parliament is debating a change.

Banning social media for teens: solution or overreaction?

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 17:42
One in seven teens in the EU spends more than eight hours a day in front of screens, a new study shows. Are social media bans the answer?

The 'Flamingo Revolution': What's behind Albania's protests?

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 17:25
For weeks now, images of crowds of Albanians protesting on the streets have been relayed around the world. The protesters say they are fighting for democracy. PM Edi Rama insists the movement is part of a hybrid war.

Germany: Racism is almost a daily reality for Muslims

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 16:22
Insults, discrimination, violence, deaths: Experts warn of growing anti-Muslim racism in Germany — and criticize policymakers.

Human rights expert Philippe Sands wins German Peace Prize

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 15:38
From advocating for the law of ecocide to representing Palestinian rights, the descendant of Holocaust survivors tirelessly fights against genocide and crimes against humanity.

Family seeks justice after Indian sailor killed in US strike

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 15:15
After a US strike on a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Oman killed an Indian sailor, there are urgent questions about seafarer safety, accountability and India's response. DW spoke with the sailor's family.

Fact check: No, Zelenskyy wasn't killed in a Russian airstrike

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 14:12
Amid a flare-up in violence between Russia and Ukraine, viral posts claim Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has died. DW Fact check takes a closer look.

Europe heat wave: No respite as extreme heat continues

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 13:43
Some 101 million people in Europe will likely see temperatures above 35 C on Thursday, an analysis shows. And Germany is expecting things to warm up even more. DW has the latest.

Germany news: Deutsche Bahn advises against travel amid heat

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 13:32
Germany's national rail operator is allowing passengers to cancel trips because of the heat. Meanwhile, as Germany prepare for their next World Cup match, in-form striker Deniz Undav will stay on the bench. DW has more.

India braces for drought as El Nino looms

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 13:21
Officials and farmers in India are preparing for what meteorologists say could be the driest monsoon season in a decade.

India braces for drought as El Nino threatens monsoon rains

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 13:21
Officials and farmers in India are preparing for what meteorologists say could be the driest monsoon season in a decade.

How countries live with earthquakes and build resilience

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 12:53
Earthquakes are a fact of nature, but living with earthquakes doesn't have to mean living in fear. DW takes a closer look at some countries showing how preparation, innovation and determination can save lives.

Why is Germany taking a big stake in a major tankmaker?

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 12:47
The German government will buy a 40% stake in tankmaker KNDS. The deal is as much about control in the critical defense sector as it is about the Franco-German relationship.

Iran: Rubio says US rejects any nation's claim over Hormuz

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 12:45
Marco Rubio says the US will not accept that the Strait of Hormuz belongs to any country. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns against any crossings of Hormuz without authorization. Follow DW for more.

Kenya's Gen Z protests still echo two years on

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 12:20
Two years after youth-led protests shook Kenya, activists say the issues remain unresolved. As Gen Z marks the anniversary, the decentralized movement continues to shape politics, demand justice, and challenge power.

US: Trump feuds with Senators after rare Iran war rebuke

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 12:18
US President Donald Trump abruptly canceled a housing bill signing ceremony and clashed with certain Senators after a rare motion seeking to rein in his war with Iran. The Senate passed a new motion following the feud.

India: Passport not proof of citizenship, ministry says, sparking social media debate

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 11:14
The Ministry of External Affairs has said that the passport does not prove citizenship in India. People are now asking on social media how else they can prove that they are Indians. DW has the latest.

Why Germans don't have air conditioning

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 10:36
Unlike the US or parts of Asia, many homes in Germany and northern Europe aren't equipped to deal with extreme heat. But as the world gets hotter, trends are changing.

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