Two explosions near military complexes have put the northern state of Punjab on edge. Authorities are still investigating the source of the blasts. Meanwhile TVK's Vijay seeks an alliance in Tamil Nadu.

Nineteen extra charges have been laid against a 24-year-old man accused of carrying out a deadly mass shooting on a Jewish festival in 2025. The attack took place at the iconic Bondi Beach in Sydney.

A group of four Australian women and nine children related to "Islamic State" group have booked their flights from Syria to Australia. Some of them will face charges on arrival.

The Russian strikes came just hours before a unilaterally proposed Ukrainian ceasefire and days before Russia itself intends to observe a ceasefire. Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned "cynical, vile" attacks by Russia.

US President Trump says the US effort to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz is on pause amid a push for an Iran deal. The US says it will now only operate defensively to enforce a naval blockade. DW has more.

The US Secretary of State says that US forces will now only operate defensively to enforce a naval blockade of Iran, which in turn has denied attacking the United Arab Emirates this week. DW has more.

Three passengers abord the MV Hondius have died after a hantavirus outbreak onboard. The cruise ship has been stuck off the coast of Cape Verde since the virus was detected.

Could US President Trump's "Project Freedom" clear the congestion in the Strait of Hormuz? Or could it lead to an escalation of hostilities? Questions and answers.

Syria's new government has deliberately not become directly involved in the Iran war. It's presenting itself as neutral and as a possible solution to the Strait of Hormuz blockade.

The election outcome allows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party to further expand its political dominance.

Chad's President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno vowed to eradicate Boko Haram after the "cowardly" attack. Boko Haram is one of several armed groups operating around Lake Chad.

Armenia is moving closer to the EU politically and strategically. But its clear orientation toward the West while keeping close ties with Russia remains a balancing act.

Cities from Amsterdam to Sydney are banning fossil fuel and meat advertisements, drawing from tactics once used to curb smoking. They're targeting the messaging that has normalized high-carbon lifestyles for decades.

Cities from Amsterdam to Sydney are banning fossil fuel advertisements, drawing from tactics once used to curb smoking. They're targeting the messaging that has normalized carbon-intensive lifestyles for decades.

Cities from Amsterdam to Sydney are banning fossil fuel advertisements, drawing from tactics once used to curb smoking. They're targeting the messaging that has normalized carbon-intensive lifestyles for decades.

CDU firebrand, ex-health minister, and leader of his party's parliamentary group, Jens Spahn has been dogged by controversy. But his ambition is undimmed.

The German minesweeper Fulda has set course for the Mediterranean. The German armed forces may assist in clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz — although only under certain conditions.

The US military has again warned it will protect commercial shipping against Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz. However, US officials underlined that the ceasefire is still in place.

The traditional Golden Lion will not be awarded this year, following the resignation of the jury over Russia's and Israel's disputed participation.

The German company that pioneered one of the first mRNA coronavirus vaccines is halting production, handing the reins to partner Pfizer. BioNTech is restructuring to focus on research and illnesses like cancer.