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Australia: Man dies of shark attack on eastern coast

Sun, 05/24/2026 - 10:58
The man was bitten by a shark at Kennedy Shoal in Australia's northeastern state of Queensland, in the second shark attack in the country this month.

Displaced Ukrainians risk home seizure under Russian law

Sun, 05/24/2026 - 09:52
Russia is tightening control over property in occupied Ukrainian territories, requiring owners to register under Russian law. Many Ukrainians say returning to do so would put their safety and freedom at risk.

Missiles hit Kyiv after Russia vows retaliation

Sun, 05/24/2026 - 06:59
Russia struck the Ukrainian capital with a large ballistic missile attack, leaving at least one person killed.

Iran war: Trump says US won't 'rush into' deal with Tehran

Sun, 05/24/2026 - 04:51
The US president says negotiations are proceeding in "an orderly and constructive manner," while Iranian officials say key differences still need to be settled. Follow DW for more.

Iran war: Donald Trump says deal 'largely negotiated'

Sun, 05/24/2026 - 04:51
The US president also said the draft agreement, which hasn't been confirmed, includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. But Iran says Trump's claims are "incomplete and ⁠inconsistent ​with reality." DW has more.

US: Suspect dies after gunfire near White House

Sun, 05/24/2026 - 04:11
There was a massive police response after gunshots were fired near the White House, where President Donald Trump was working on a deal with Iran. The suspect has been shot and killed by law enforcement.

US: White House locked down after shots fired

Sun, 05/24/2026 - 01:57
There was a massive emergency police response after gunshots were heard near the White House, where President Donald Trump was working on a negotiating a deal with Iran.

Kane's hat trick seals Bayern Munich's 21st German Cup win

Sun, 05/24/2026 - 01:20
Harry Kane scored three times to fire Bayern Munich to a 3-0 victory over Stuttgart in the German Cup final. The win delivered a domestic double for the Bavarian giants and ended a six-year trophy drought.

Serbia: Police clash with protesters urging early elections

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 23:22
Officers fired teargas and stun grenades as tens of thousands rallied against President Aleksandar Vucic's government. The demonstration went ahead despite the state rail operator canceling trains to and from Belgrade.

Thousands rally in Madrid to demand Sanchez's resignation

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 22:28
Mounting corruption allegations involving Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s family, allies and party sparked the protest.

Cheap attack drones break through Israel's Iron Dome

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 20:38
Inexpensive fiber-optic drones are challenging Israel's high-tech defenses, shifting the military balance in the Middle East.

Couple remanded in custody after boys found abandoned by road in Portugal

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 20:22
A French woman is accused of abandoning her children in Portugal after reportedly blindfolding them and leading them into a wooded area during a game. Her French partner also faces charges.

US, Iran strike upbeat tone as Hormuz deal takes shape

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 19:28
US President Donald Trump flagged progress in talks with Iran, Tehran has warned that major gaps still stand in the way of dialing down the conflict.

France bans Israel minister Ben-Gvir after flotilla video

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 16:55
The Israeli far-right minister released a video taunting detained Gaza aid flotilla activists, prompting widespread criticism at home and internationally.

Ukrainian strike in Russian-controlled area leaves 10 dead

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 14:42
Russian authorities in Luhansk said a Ukrainian drone hit a university dorm, wounding dozens and killing 10. Vladimir Putin has condemned the drone barrage and ordered the army to prepare a response.

Germany news: Germany marks Constitution Day

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 13:08
Germany is commemorating the day its Basic Law came into effect 77 years ago. And a record number of German passports was issued in 2025, a media report says. DW has more.

South Africa's response to xenophobia is under fire

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 12:41
South Africa's government condemns xenophobic violence when it erupts, but critics say prevention is weak, arrests are limited, and political rhetoric sometimes fuels tensions instead of easing them.

Germany: Record numbers take German passport in 2025

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 11:03
A record number of people received a German passport in 2025, a media report says. Numbers have been rising since Germany lowered citizenship requirements in 2024.

Indo-Pacific security in focus as US, India, Japan and Australia ministers meet

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 10:23
Foreign ministers from the United States, India, Japan and Australia — collectively known as the Quad — need to put past differences behind them if the alliance is to remain an effective means of countering China.

India news: Marco Rubio visits to repair ties, boost QUAD

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 10:11
US Secretary of State Rubio is in India to reset bilateral relations and strengthen the Quad grouping — an Indo-Pacific strategic alliance which includes India, the US, Japan and Australia. Follow DW for more.

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