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Germany: Lufthansa pilots' union call for two-day strike

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 18:27
The pilot's union said Lufthansa had shown "no discernible willingness to reach a solution" in several collective bargaining disputes.

Russian Memorial human rights NGO labeled 'extremist'

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 17:55
Russia's Supreme Court has labeled the human rights organization Memorial as "extremist." Experts say this represents a new level of repression in Russia.

Germans see little progress on cutting red tape

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 17:45
Most people and businesses in Germany say they've seen little change in bureaucracy despite Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government promises to reduce it.

Germany: Survey shows little progress on cutting red tape

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 17:45
Most people and businesses in Germany say they've seen little change in bureaucracy despite Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government promises to reduce it.

Ukrainian civilians abducted, tortured in Russian prisons

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 17:33
Russia has been holding thousands of Ukrainian civilians behind bars for years, in breach of international humanitarian law. Families have been fighting for their loved ones to be released, some for more than a decade.

Is this Syrian doctor one of the 80% Germany wants to remove?

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 16:46
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has ignited a debate by declaring that 80% of Syrians would be repatriated. Does this mean that Germany also intends to deport those who are integrated and whom the country needs?

UK: Sudanese man held over migrant drownings in Channel

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 16:40
UK authorities have detained a 27-year-old man in the aftermath of migrant drownings in the English Channel. Four people died on Thursday attempting to reach the UK from France.

Ukraine: Attacks continue as Orthodox Easter ceasefire nears

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 12:29
Russia has continued to pound Ukraine in the hours leading up to a 36-hour pause in its war of aggression. Three Ukrainians were killed overnight and dozens were injured in drone attacks on Odesa, Poltava and Sumy.

Germany news: Coalition split widens over fuel price relief

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 12:16
There's trouble at the top of Europe's largest economy as a dispute over fuel price relief for consumers intensifies. Meanwhile, figures appear to show a significant rise in the number of rapes. DW has the latest.

India news: Delhi looks to ban fossil fuel two-wheelers from 2028

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 10:53
India's capital is gearing up to ban non-electric two-wheelers as it looks to tackle chronic smog and high pollution. In other news, PM Modi is campaigning in West Bengal ahead of high-stake elections.

India looks on from sidelines as US, Iran talk peace in Islamabad

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 10:53
Opposition leaders are chiding Modi's government for India's "ruined" foreign policy as rival Pakistan hosts peace talks between the US and Iran. Meanwhile, Modi is campaigning in West Bengal ahead of polls. DW has more.

Trump says plans filed for huge triumphal arch in Washington

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 10:27
The US arch would be over 50% taller than the famous Arc de Triomphe in Paris, according to the official plans. The US president has described the project as "the GREATEST and MOST BEAUTIFUL Triumphal Arch" in the world.

First gay rights movement: Berlin's wild 1920s queer history

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 09:34
Before the Nazis took power, Berlin was a center of LGBTQ+ rights and queer culture, with research institutes, a flourishing nightlife and one of the earliest gay rights' movements.

Hungary: Scandal, fear and hope ahead of vote

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 09:00
Fake news and a growing number of political scandals: Hungary hasn't seen an election this fraught since after 1989's collapse of the Soviet Union.

US says warships passed Hormuz amid ongoing talks with Iran

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 08:03
The two US warships are set to begin clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz, the US military said. Meanwhile, US and Iranian delegations have been holding in-person talks in Pakistan. DW has more.

US-Iran talks have 'commenced' in Pakistan, PM Sharif says

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 08:03
US Vice President JD Vance and Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Qalibaf have met separately with Pakistan's prime minister in Islamabad. Sharif has said he hopes the talks will lead to a "durable peace." DW has more.

US, Iran set for high-stakes talks in Pakistan

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 08:03
The negotiations come amid a fragile two-week ceasefire that has paused US-Israeli strikes on Iran, but failed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or halt Israel's bombings in Lebanon. DW has the latest.

Artemis II splashes down in Pacific after historic moon trip

Sat, 04/11/2026 - 03:11
The four crew members are back on Earth after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the California coast. Follow DW for more.

As Hungary gears up for a historic election, DW answers a few key questions

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 22:03
Hungary's election on April 12 is the most important for the state since 1989, and also of historic significance for the EU. DW takes a more detailed look.

Molotov cocktail thrown at Sam Altman's home, man arrested

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 21:50
The attack occurred at the OpenAI CEO's home in San Francisco early on Friday. OpenAI said no one was hurt in the attack and thanked city police for their response.

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