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India: Heavy monsoon season claims more than 100 lives

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 10:44
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms have claimed dozens of lives across India, with more rain forecast in several states. Meanwhile, Sheikh Hasina is set to make a speech from India later today. Follow live.

Turkish court orders X to block Imamoglu candidacy account

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 10:17
Ekrem Imamoglu, a member of the main opposition Republican People's Party, is widely seen as the main challenger to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's 23-year rule.

Ukraine: Russian strikes on Kyiv, surrounding region kill at least 17

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 10:13
At least 17 were killed as explosions rocked Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight. Russian missiles tore through residential buildings and warehouses, part of an intensifying campaign against Ukraine's capital.

AI ecosystem's 'circular' investment: risk or advantage?

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 09:57
Amid talk of an AI sector bubble, one aspect is under scrutiny. Many big AI players are invested in smaller ones, who then buy the bigger firm's products. This brings risks and advantages.

Ukraine: Russian strikes on Kyiv, surrounding region kill at least 15

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 07:08
At least 15 were killed as explosions rocked Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight. Russian missiles tore through residential buildings and warehouses, part of an intensifying campaign against Ukraine's capital.

White House revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to US

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 00:57
The move was in response to Brazil delaying formal diplomatic approval of the US ambassador to Brasilia and denying visas to several US diplomats. Brazil has rejected the decision.

White House revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to US: reports

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 00:57
The move was in response to Brazil delaying formal diplomatic approval of the US ambassador to Brasilia and denying visas to several US diplomats.

Gaza peace plan: Will US pressure Israel to accept it?

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 22:48
Reports suggest US President Donald Trump would be "very disappointed" if Israel doesn't agree to a new peace plan for Gaza, announced last week. But how far would the US go to make that happen?

New Gaza peace plan: Will US pressure Israel to accede?

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 22:48
Reports suggest US President Donald Trump would be "very disappointed" if Israel doesn't agree to a new peace plan for Gaza, announced last week. But how far would the US go to make that happen?

Italy: Garbage workers help woman find €1 million jackpot

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 22:33
A woman who won €1 million mistakenly threw her lottery ticket in a trash bin in Bitonto, southern Italy — prompting her local sanitation company to launch an hourslong search.

Who is responsible for the Ceuta border surge?

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 21:27
Tens of thousands of migrants crossed into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta several days ago. DW interviewed two experts to understand what may have caused the incident.

Middle East: India says commercial ship sunk off Yemen

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 21:03
India reported an attack on a "defenseless" commercial ship which caused it to capsize and sink, but noted the crew were safe. Meanwhile, Lebanon and Israel met for talks despite Hezbollah's objections. DW has more.

Middle East: Hezbollah condemns latest Israel-Lebanon talks

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 17:50
Hezbollah and Lebanon's government traded verbal blows amid the latest round of talks with Israel in Italy. And the Trump administration is touting progress in talks with Iran, despite no word from Tehran. DW has more.

South Sudan: How climate change can result in toxic water

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 17:46
Years of flooding have resulted in disastrous water pollution in South Sudan's main oil region. As communities, scientists and health workers scramble for solutions, the long-term impacts of the crisis is yet to emerge.

What does Zambia's opposition stand without Edgar Lungu?

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 17:12
The death of former President Edgar Lungu reshaped opposition politics in Zambia ahead of the August 13 general election. Analysts say the vote will test whether his legacy can keep opposition supporters united.

EU agrees to send border aid to Spain after Ceuta talks

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 16:59
The Schengen Area was "in no way" compromised during the Ceuta incursion, Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said after a video conference with his EU colleagues.

Is Bangladesh backtracking on post-Hasina reforms?

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 15:45
Two years after a student-led uprising toppled PM Sheikh Hasina, critics say Bangladesh's reform momentum is fading as political divisions deepen and key changes stall.

Guatemala: Towns evacuated as Fuego volcano erupts

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 14:53
The country's disaster agency issued its second-highest warning level and urged residents to seek shelter. Onlookers have also been warned to stop climbing a nearby volcano to take videos of the eruption.

Tennis star Sabalenka supports sport's new sex test policy

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 14:04
The world number one women's tennis player supports the WTA's new sex testing rules. Others are more critical of the policy.

Iran: Is Reza Pahlavi's political star fading?

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 12:24
Once seen as a leading opposition figure, Pahlavi now faces questions about his political relevance in Western capitals and inside Iran.

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