The separatist strip of land in eastern Moldova is, in effect, an exclave of Russia — and a base for the Kremlin's forces.

Noisy gas-powered leaf blowers could become a thing of the past in Switzerland's Zurich, where citizens are taking part in a referendum on banning their use.

Moldovans will vote in a high-stakes election to decide whether the country moves closer to the European Union or Russia. Follow DW for more.

Iran has recalled its ambassadors to Germany, France and the UK for consultations. Meanwhile, Lebanon's Hezbollah group marks the first anniversary of the killing of its leader Nasrallah. Follow DW.

The murder of three young women who were tortured live on social media has shocked Argentina. Five suspects have been detained but the alleged mastermind behind the killings is still at large.

Pakistan's first HPV vaccine drive faces a wave of misinformation. DW Fact check unpacks false claims and deep vaccine mistrust.

A new study has observed that chimpanzees regularly eat fermented fruit together, suggesting that alcohol consumption is more deeply rooted in human evolution than previously thought.

At least 36 people were killed in a stampede at a campaign rally for the popular Tamil actor-turned-politician, officials said.

US President Donald Trump claimed that Antifa is waging "war" on the famously progressive city. Portland's mayor has rejected these claims.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the US-made Patriot air defense system has been in operation for a month. Elsewhere, the International Paralymic Committee dropped sanctions against Russian athletes. DW has more.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the US-made Patriot air defense system has been in operation for a month. Elsewhere, the International Paralymic Committee dropped sanctions against Russian athletes. DW has more.

Johann Wadephul says sanctions are needed due to Iran's failure to comply with its nuclear commitments. Meanwhile, Russia warns it will respond "decisively" to any NATO "aggression." Follow DW for more from the UN.

Ukraine denounced the International Paralympic Committee's (IPC) decision to lift all sanctions against Russia and Belarus, claiming that those who voted for it had betrayed "their conscience and the Olympic values."

He escaped the Nazis, then joined the US military fighting Germany in Word War II. He later became a legendary author, filmmaker and journalist, known for his unique interviews with international luminaries.

Interior Minister Dobrindt has said he wants deals to deport Syrians by year's end and Afghanistan after that. Pro-Gaza demonstrations are set to take place in Berlin and elsewhere Saturday. Follow DW for the latest.

Danish security authorities said drones were seen over the country's biggest military base overnight.

As Iran braces for potential sanctions, it has recalled its ambassadors to Germany, France and the UK. Meanwhile, Lebanon's Hezbollah group marks the first anniversary of the killing of its leader Nasrallah. Follow DW.

Thousands of Hungarians protested recently against hate speech in public discourse. But the government of Viktor Orban continues to rail against his critics — and the election campaign hasn't even got off the ground.

Thousands of Hungarians protested recently against hate speech in public discourse. But the government of Viktor Orban continues to rail against his critics — and the election campaign hasn't even got off the ground.

In Germany, resistance against the arms race and militarization is growing. Many alliances are organizing demonstrations. What unites them, what divides them?