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French court reduces graft sentence for Marine Le Pen

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 15:30
Under the appeals verdict, the far-right leader may be able to run for president in 2027, though she would have to wear an ankle monitor. She has previously said she would not stand for election under these conditions.

Ukraine: Suspect in Monaco bomb attack found dead near Kyiv

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 15:29
Ukrainain prosecutors say the body of the woman suspected of the bombing that targeted businessman Vadym Yermolaiev was found near Kyiv. Police said they had detained two individuals suspected of murdering her.

China's missile test builds on Pacific nuclear deterrence

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 15:20
US allies in the Pacific condemned what Beijing has called a "routine" intercontinental ballistic missile test, which comes as China seeks to demonstrate its growing military capabilities.

Mbappe hits back at racist insults from Paraguay senator

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 14:27
A Paraguayan senator has sparked outrage with racist insults directed at footballer Kylian Mbappe. The French FA says it will take legal action, and President Emmanuel Macron has expressed support for the player.

Germany news: Breweries tap thirst for alcohol-free beer

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 13:28
Germany is producing more non-alcoholic beer as consumer tastes change. Meanwhile, a top court is reviewing a Bavarian law that allows police intervention before a concrete threat has emerged. DW has more.

Germany: Record debt and a seismic policy shift

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 13:24
The German government's draft budget for 2027 includes more money for the military and less for everything else, while debt continues to grow rapidly. The Cabinet has approved it, and now it needs to pass in parliament.

NATO summit: Allies in Ankara for talks, defense deals

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 12:58
The leaders of NATO's 32 member states are holding two days of talks in the Turkish capital. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the summit aims to ensure the military alliance "continues to deliver." DW has more.

India news: Several trapped after deadly Kerala landslide

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 12:55
A landslide in Kerala's Wayanad district killed at least two and injured seven. Officials said more than 10 people could be trapped under the debris. DW has the latest.

Syria: 18 injured in Damascus blasts during Macron visit

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 12:43
Explosions occurred near the Four Seasons hotel in the Syrian capital as French President Emmanuel Macron embarked on a landmark visit.

Japan, China coast guards square off near disputed islands

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 12:30
Japanese and Chinese coast guard vessels confronted each other near the disputed Senkaku island chain, with both sides claiming they expelled the other. The incident comes amid rising tensions between Tokyo and Beijing.

Could football break away from FIFA and its World Cup?

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 12:25
FIFA’s actions at the World Cup, and closeness to Donald Trump, have put the organization under fire. Federations, fans, coaches and players have gone public with complaints, but is there a way out?

France's Marine Le Pen awaits verdict in pivotal case

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 11:34
A guilty verdict will result in the far-right leader being barred from running for president in 2027.

Why Volkswagen's huge workforce became a costly burden

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 11:21
The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be enough to survive the Chinese EV onslaught?

How Volkswagen's huge workforce became a liability

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 11:21
The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be enough to survive the Chinese EV onslaught?

China's Xi urges 'all-out' efforts amid deadly storms

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 11:17
China is reeling from multiple extreme weather events, including tornadoes and thunderstorms. Many people have died, hundreds are injured and thousands have been evacuated.

Belgium knocks US out of World Cup after Balogun controversy

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 05:59
The striker left little impact on the game as the US became the last World Cup co-host to be eliminated from the tournament.

Oil tanker struck in Strait of Hormuz, UK says

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 04:15
The incident occurred east of Limah, Oman. A projectile struck a tanker and caused a fire while it was traveling southbound, with no casualties reported.

Microsoft to cut thousands of jobs, Xbox to be hit hard

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 02:35
The move will affect the company's gaming division, which has been facing the outcome of a "not healthy" business model. The jobs cut will not be replaced by AI, Microsoft's VP said.

Canada awards Germany major submarine contract

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 01:10
Canadian PM Carney said the deal of up to 12 German-built submarines will be the "largest in Canadian history." Germany had pushed hard for the order, which comes as Canada seeks stronger ties with Europe.

NATO chief boasts European spending ahead of key summit

Mon, 07/06/2026 - 22:34
Under pressure from Washington, the impetus is on European NATO members at this week's summit in Ankara to show they can deliver on defense spending commitments.

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