Pope Leo Is Skipping Some of Africa’s Biggest Catholic Nations
As the pontiff arrives in the tiny authoritarian nation of Equatorial Guinea, some Catholics in Africa say they are excited about his visit but are feeling a little left out.
As the pontiff arrives in the tiny authoritarian nation of Equatorial Guinea, some Catholics in Africa say they are excited about his visit but are feeling a little left out.
As the pontiff arrives in the tiny authoritarian nation of Equatorial Guinea, some Catholics in Africa say they are excited about his visit but are feeling a little left out.
Iranians are confronting mass layoffs and soaring inflation amid destroyed infrastructure and internet blackouts. We take a closer look. But first: US senators grill Donald Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve chair,...
After three years of ethnic clashes, Manipur still remains on edge, with fears that the conflict could spiral further.
Iran’s military carried out enforcement actions against two vessels near the contested Strait of Hormuz, state media said. The United States and Iran were locked in a stalemate after President Trump extended a cease-...
Two vessels came under fire in the Strait of Hormuz, just hours after the U.S. and Iran failed to meet in Pakistan for talks to end the war and as President Trump indefinitely extended the ceasefire.
People who are now 17 or younger will never be able to buy tobacco, according to the law backed by the UK Parliament.
Iran's naval forces accused two ships of endangering maritime security by attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without authorization. The escalation comes amid uncertainty over US-Iran ceasefire talks. DW has more.
Iran's naval forces accused two ships of endangering maritime security by attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without authorization. The escalation comes amid uncertainty over US-Iran ceasefire talks. DW has more.
US President Donald Trump has read a Bible passage about punishment and national repentance as part of a marathon event.
In an interview with DW, Ron Prosor, Israel's ambassador to Germany, defends his country's military strikes against Iran and Lebanon. He also advises Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz to show more "tact."
Police association chief Dirk Peglow has stirred debate with his advice to women to avoid relationships with men for safety's sake. But his provocative tip is not without reason, as statistics show.
The head of Peru’s election authority was heckled by protesters after announcing his resignation.
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Displaced Palestinians browse books at Gaza's new Phoenix Library, a youth-led initiative in the Rimal neighbourhood that aims to revive culture and literature during the war. The library houses a diverse collection...
President Donald Trump extended the US ceasefire with Iran to allow more time for peace talks, with Tehran silent on the decision early Wednesday. Trump indefinitely pushed back the end of the two week truce,...
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday urged Equatorial Guinea to place itself "in the service of law and justice", on the first day of his visit to the authoritarian country, which is one of the most closed-off states in Africa and...
US President Donald Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran to allow more time for talks, claiming the Islamic republic was "collapsing financially" because of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. There was no word from...
The funding was agreed last December, but it has been held up in a row over Russian oil supplies to Hungary.
As the Iran war simmers, trade experts wonder if this conflict will reshape supply chains more than the pandemic. Companies are already rethinking strategies to future-proof revenues from other geopolitical risks.
The IRGC says the aggression came in response to what it described as the US seizure of an Iranian commercial vessel.
The Holy Father of the Catholic Church made a stop in the final leg of his four-country tour of Africa. Equatorial Guinea is a secular country, with around three-fourths of its population Catholic.
As Frankfurt Airport opens a new terminal, Lufthansa has scrapped 20,000 flights due to soaring fuel prices. Meanwhile, Defense Minister Pistorius has unveiled his future strategy for Germany's armed forces. DW has more.
This vote is part of a wider national fight between Democrats and Republicans over gerrymandering.
Ukraine's deputy prime minister says the attacks on the country's civilian infrastructure are 'another proof of terrorism'.
Kriget är redan mycket kostsamt för Iran. På sikt kan USA:s fortsatta press slå hårt mot folket. – Trump vet om att ekonomin är Irans akilleshäl, säger Iranexperten Mohammad Fazlhashemi.
Israel attacks mosque in Lebanon in another ceasefire violation
Gaza sees a 140% rise in stillbirths and a doubling of congenital anomalies as the devastating impacts of war linger.
Iran’s retaliatory attacks on the United Arab Emirates have put the U.A.E.’s large Iranian expatriate community in an uncomfortable position.
A new law forces Ukrainians in the captured regions to get Russian title deeds or risk losing their homes.
After months of impasse because of objections from Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary, ambassadors were meeting to discuss a key step on the way to disbursing the much-needed money.
Downing Street on Tuesday rejected claims that it pressured officials to fast-track the process to appoint Peter Mandelson as UK envoy to the US. Olly Robbins, who was fired last week over the scandal, told MPs that...
The impact of jet fuel shortages because of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is starting to burn. Lufthansa has canceled 20,000 flights and experts warn more cancellations and price hikes are on the way.
François Picard is pleased to welcome Jad Shahrour. Communications Manager at Samir Kassir Foundation. Lebanon is at a geopolitical crossroads, where sovereignty, regional rivalries, and international diplomacy...
One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.
Kevin Durant scores 23 for Houston but the Lakers bag a 101-94 win despite a depleted team, with Luka Doncic missing.
Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen explains Israeli drones above the skies in Lebanon, which critics call a "digital occupation."
Taiwan's president canceled a planned trip to Eswatini after three African countries revoked permission for his plane to fly through their airspace. Beijing has denied pressuring the countries to block the flight.
Beijing has leveraged its strong economic relationship with the US, Israel, Iran and the Gulf to keep its stakes safe.
NASA unveiled a new telescope on Tuesday to scan vast swathes of the universe for planets outside our solar system and probe the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
The rise of synthetic drugs and digital trafficking methods is forcing a shift in global anti-narcotics strategies. Uzbekistan is advancing new initiatives to improve cross-border cooperation, financial oversight and...
Israelis marked Memorial Day with ceremonies and informal tributes, reflecting on loss while continuing daily life amid ongoing conflict and uncertainty.
Carys Garland is pleased to welcome Dr Burcu Ozcelik, Senior Research Fellow for Middle East Security within the Int'l Security Dept at RUSI. Dr. Ozcelik argues that Iran is simultaneously responding to external...
The pause in hostilities had been set to expire within hours. The president said Pakistan, which is trying to mediate an end to the war, requested he hold off any attacks.
The Regional Ecological Summit kicks off today in Astana.
Florida has opened a criminal investigation into OpenAI following a deadly shooting in 2025 at Florida State University, Attorney General James Uthmeier said Tuesday. Authorities are looking into claims that the...
Iran’s UN Ambassador has responded to US President Donald Trump’s announcement of an extension to the ceasefire.
The foreign‑born population of the EU grew to around 64 million in 2025. Germany remains the biggest host of immigrants in absolute terms, but some smaller nations have a much higher percentage of foreign-born residents.
A plane carrying nearly $500m in US banknotes was blocked by the US Treasury, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Mexican president admits the archaeological site outside Mexico City lacked security measures to prevent the attack.
A new parliament has cancelled several reforms that were brought in after Hasina's ouster to improve accountability.
The "Wayback Machine," custodian of digital memory, is fighting for its survival. An increasing number of media outlets are refusing to allow the Web Archive to archive their content.
Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace to Lai's plane.
Amid the major turmoil in the energy sector, recession worries and conflicting statements from the US president, the world watches to see if a fragile ceasefire will last.
After an intense campaign season, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal are hours away from going to the polls. Meanwhile, tributes and messages pour in on the first anniversary of the Pahalgam attack. Follow live.
RC Lens qualified for their first French Cup final since 1998 by defeating Toulouse (4-1) in a lopsided game.
Earlier this week, an explosion at a firecracker factory in neighbouring state Tamil Nadu left at least 25 dead.
Human rights groups have warned that the collective prosecutions violate due process and block defendants from accessing legal counsel A Salvadoran court on Tuesday began a collective trial of 486 alleged gang...
Trump said the US would extend the ceasefire with Iran until it presents a proposal and talks conclude.
The ornate Cotofenesti helmet, which was stolen in January 2025 while on loan to a Dutch museum, was recovered last month.
Research shows natural hazards linked to climate crisis disrupted 23 elections in 18 countries in 2024 Democracy is under mounting threat from the climate crisis, with new analysis documenting how elections are...
FBI Director Kash Patel denied he was ever ‘intoxicated on the job’ or absent from duty.
A video of Anne Hathaway saying ‘Inshallah’ has gone viral on social media.
The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.
Pahalgam, with steep ravines, grassy hillsides and pine forests, is a base for Hindu pilgrimages that business operators hope will revive visitors.
The F.B.I. believed the child was kidnapped by a transgender parent to potentially undergo gender transition surgery, according to court filings.
Trump says the indefinite extension was granted following a request from Pakistan’s prime minister and top military official, as Islamabad continues to work on arranging the second round of high-stakes peace talks...
Football's governing body puts more tickets on sale but has introduced new premium-priced tiers that angered some fans.
Videos show large crowds attending a military parade in Tehran on Tuesday as the US-Iran ceasefire deadline approached.
The gunman visited the archaeological site repeatedly and appeared to act alone.
The country is home to some 4.2 million domestic workers - of which almost 90% are women.
Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite and Steam were among the gaming services asked by authorities to explain how they are protecting children from sexual predators and radicalization.
The new maps approved by the state's voters could allow Democrats to flip as many as four House seats.
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a new congressional map that could boost Democrats’ representation in the US House by as many as four seats, reshaping the political landscape ahead of November’s midterm elections....
The move could increase the Democrats' chances of winning four currently Republican-held seats in Congress in midterm elections in November.
Afghan allies who assisted US forces now face a stark choice: resettle in the war‑torn Democratic Republic of Congo or return to Taliban‑ruled Afghanistan.
Argentine President Javier Milei sang and lit a ceremonial torch at Israel's 78th Independence Day celebrations.
In a social media post, President Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire in the war on Iran.
The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time.
Italy has summoned Russia's ambassador in Rome after a Russian television presenter delivered a stream of insults against Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Tuesday.
Rome has called in Moscow's ambassador after a Russian TV presenter attacked Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on air, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Tuesday. The remarks, condemned across the political...
President Donald Trump said Tuesday the United States would indefinitely extend its ceasefire with Iran, easing fears that a fragile pause in fighting could collapse as stalled peace talks remain in limbo. The move...
Lebanon's disaster management unit raises death toll from weeks of Israeli attacks to 2,454, with 7,658 people injured.
USA:s president har beordrat en förlängning av vapenvilan med Iran. Enligt uppgifter till Axios handlar det om ”tre till fem dagar”. Samtidigt tycks varken USA eller Iran planera att resa mot Pakistan för några...
The proposal, which was approved by Parliament on Tuesday, will ban the supply or sale of tobacco products to anyone born in 2009 or after, permanently.
Barbara Slavin says Trump’s decision to extend a ceasefire with Iran is a relief, but a diplomatic solution is far off.
Discussions reportedly come after Trump’s decision to stop initiative that allowed group to apply to resettle in the US The Trump administration is in discussions to potentially send up to 1,100 Afghans who helped US...
The Trump administration has signed multimillion-dollar deals with foreign countries to accept non-citizen deportees.
The civil rights group has long been a target for conservative activists, who object to its characterisations.
WASHINGTON. Donald Trump har förlängt vapenvilan med Iran på obestämd tid. Samtidigt fortsätter länderna att blockera Hormuzsundet. Det har blivit till ett chicken race mellan Iran på ena sidan och USA på den andra,...
The firm will take data from the way employees work for its artificial intelligence models.
A 27-year-old suspect who opened fire at the Teotihuacan archaeological site possessed material related to the Columbine school shooting in the United States, Mexican authorities said.
The two Americans were killed on Sunday when their vehicle crashed while returning from a counter-cartel operation led by Mexico’s armed forces in the state of Chihuahua.
Ballot delivery delays and other missteps on election day have contributed to frustration with electoral authorities.
The man who killed one tourist at a Mexican pyramid and wounded several others had materials in his backpack tied to a 1999 U.S. attack, a possible reference to the Columbine High School massacre.