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Can Trump get a better Iran deal than Obama?
https://www.dw.com/en/can-trump-get-a-better-iran-deal-than-obama/a-76798388?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 17:46
The 2015 Iran deal curbed Tehran's nuclear program until the US pulled out. After years of failed diplomacy and 40 days of war, talks are back on. Donald Trump has said he can strike a "better" deal than Barack Obama.
Germany, the UK warn the Iran war distracts from Ukraine and oil price rises help Russia
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-the-uk-warn-the-iran-war-distracts-from-ukraine-and-oil-price-rises-help-russia/a-76797004?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 17:22
Germany's defense minister warned that Russia "benefits from current developments in the Middle East," as the Ukraine Defense Contact Group met in Berlin. He said rising oil prices were filling Moscow's "war coffers."
Berlin hosts Sudan Conference: a brutal, forgotten conflict
https://www.dw.com/en/berlin-hosts-sudan-conference-a-brutal-forgotten-conflict/a-76798246?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 16:02
The war in Sudan has been raging for the past three years, and a ceasefire is nowhere in sight. Participants at a conference of donors in Berlin hope to at least ease the suffering of the people.
Germany: Sudan aid conference in Berlin raises €1.3B
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-sudan-aid-conference-in-berlin-raises-€1-3b/a-76786563?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 15:26
The war in Sudan is entering its fourth year with international attention focused on other conflicts. The conference in Berlin is aiming to bring back some attention to help fund urgent projects.
South Africa appoints veteran Afrikaner politician Roelf Meyer as US ambassador amid tense Trump ties
https://www.dw.com/en/south-africa-appoints-veteran-afrikaner-politician-roelf-meyer-as-us-ambassador-amid-tense-trump-ties/a-76794872?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 15:18
South Africa has appointed a prominent Afrikaner politician, Roelf Meyer, to the ambassadorial role in Washington. This comes amid allegations from the Trump administration of a "white genocide" in the country.
German health minister announces billions in cutbacks
https://www.dw.com/en/german-health-minister-announces-billions-in-cutbacks/a-76796338?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 15:02
The comprehensive reform package aims to plug a multi-billion-euro hole in Germany's expensive healthcare system. The reforms include mandatory second opinions for costly surgeries and no more homeopathy.
What's behind Israel's attacks along Lebanon's Litani River?
https://www.dw.com/en/what-s-behind-israel-s-attacks-along-lebanon-s-litani-river/a-76783514?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 14:12
Israel is pushing forward with plans to remove Lebanese homes and residents from between the Litani River and its own border, creating a buffer zone. Why is the area strategically important in the Middle East conflict?
Iran: Hundreds of thousands of jobs lost due to war
https://www.dw.com/en/iran-hundreds-of-thousands-of-jobs-lost-due-to-war/a-76794860?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 14:07
After six weeks of war, job losses are growing in Iran. Destroyed industrial facilities have brought production in many sectors to a standstill, hitting Iranian workers particularly hard.
EU chief urges bloc-wide push on age verification app to protect children online
https://www.dw.com/en/eu-chief-urges-bloc-wide-push-on-age-verification-app-to-protect-children-online/a-76788202?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 13:22
EU chief calls for a bloc-wide push on an age verification app to protect children online. If enforced, users will have to prove their age to access legally restricted sites.
Attacks on academics in the US: A microcosm of a larger threat to democracy
https://www.dw.com/en/attacks-on-academics-in-the-us-a-microcosm-of-a-larger-threat-to-democracy/a-76777273?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 13:08
In the new DW documentary "Democracy Under Attack: Can DĂĽndar and Trump's America," the Turkish press freedom icon looks at the parallels between the erosion of democracy in the US and his home country.
India's aviation boom hits turbulence amid Iran war
https://www.dw.com/en/india-s-aviation-boom-hits-turbulence-amid-iran-war/a-76790258?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 12:52
From longer routes to higher fares, the Middle East conflict is exposing vulnerabilities in India's fast-growing airline sector.
Iran war: Tehran threatens Red Sea, Gulf trade
https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-tehran-threatens-red-sea-gulf-trade/live-76783967?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 12:32
The Iranian military said it will seek to disrupt trade in the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf if a US naval blockade continues. Meanwhile, Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon are trading fresh attacks. DW has the latest.
Turkey: School shooting leaves 4 dead
https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-school-shooting-leaves-4-dead/a-76791529?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 12:28
The deadly shooting comes a day after a similar incident in Turkey.
Desert power: The promise and paradox of solar
https://www.dw.com/en/desert-power-the-promise-and-paradox-of-solar/a-75387618?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 11:56
A massive solar tower in the Moroccan desert is the beacon of an ambitious push for a clean energy future. But fossil fuels and grid constraints stand in the way.
Hungary's Magyar hoping to form new government in early May
https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-s-magyar-hoping-to-form-new-government-in-early-may/a-76788697?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 10:53
Hungary's new government could take power in just a few weeks after Peter Magyar met with President Solyuk. Magyar also called on the Orban-aligned president to step down.
Kanye West postpones France concert after UK visa denial
https://www.dw.com/en/kanye-west-postpones-france-concert-after-uk-visa-denial/a-76785732?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 10:16
Earlier in April, West was denied a UK visa, which led to the cancellation of his headline appearance at Wireless Festival. The entry denial was based on his repeated antisemitic remarks.
Xi hails China-Russia ties, signals bigger role in Iran war
https://www.dw.com/en/xi-hails-china-russia-ties-signals-bigger-role-in-iran-war/a-76787130?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 10:13
Xi calls partnership with Russia "precious," as world leaders turn to China amid the Middle East crisis.
Women's workwear: When proper fit becomes a safety issue
https://www.dw.com/en/women-s-workwear-when-proper-fit-becomes-a-safety-issue/a-76777532?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 10:01
With limited options, many women in trades and industry have to wear men's workwear. But a poor fit causes discomfort and can compromise safety. Now, some firms are stepping up to design safer, better-fitting gear.
What we call sex work — and what it says about society
https://www.dw.com/en/what-we-call-sex-work-and-what-it-says-about-society/a-76772414?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 09:49
A Bonn exhibition traces the cultural history of sex work and shows how the words used to describe it have shaped stigma, policy and lived experience.
Germany: Berlin conference for Sudan aims to raise over $1B
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-berlin-conference-for-sudan-aims-to-raise-over-1b/a-76786563?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 09:05
The war in Sudan is entering its fourth year with international attention focused on other conflicts. The conference in Berlin is aiming to bring back some attention to help fund urgent projects.
After his landslide victory, what will Peter Magyar do next?
https://www.dw.com/en/after-his-landslide-victory-what-will-peter-magyar-do-next/a-76785927?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 08:24
Peter Magyar has promised nothing less than a "system change" in Hungary. The expectations both at home and abroad are huge. DW explores what Magyar is likely to do on the most pressing issues facing Hungary.
Germany news: Lufthansa air crew strike after pilot walkout
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-lufthansa-air-crew-strike-after-pilot-walkout/live-76785451?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 07:55
Cabin crew from Germany's national carrier Lufthansa are staging another walkout, sandwiched between a separate strike by pilots. Meanwhile, a poll has found the far-right AfD well ahead in polls. DW has the latest.
Pakistan secures $3 billion from Saudi Arabia as ties deepen
https://www.dw.com/en/pakistan-secures-3-billion-from-saudi-arabia-as-ties-deepen/a-76785193?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 07:40
Riyadh's funding comes at a critical moment for Islamabad as it prepares for a $3.5 billion loan repayment to the UAE. The funding is expected to help stabilize Pakistan’s foreign reserves.
Nuba Mountains: A fragile refuge on Sudan's frontline
https://www.dw.com/en/nuba-mountains-a-fragile-refuge-on-sudan-s-frontline/a-76766294?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 06:47
Squeezed between Sudan and South Sudan, the self-governed Nuba Mountains are grappling with complex war dynamics while hosting hundreds of thousands of refugees they are scarcely able to support.
India news: A Dalit officer highlights caste barriers in judiciary
https://www.dw.com/en/india-news-a-dalit-officer-highlights-caste-barriers-in-judiciary/live-76784663?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 06:22
A Dalit officer says discrimination now operates through subtle workplace practices. Meanwhile, Trump calls up Modi over the Middle East conflict. DW has more.
Turkey school shooting injures 16, teenage attacker dead
https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-school-shooting-injures-16-teenage-attacker-dead/a-76784713?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 06:18
The former student fired randomly inside the highschool. Among the injured are teachers and students. After being cornered by the police, the attacker took his own life, officials say.
US: Maine pushes for first statewide pause on AI data centers
https://www.dw.com/en/us-maine-pushes-for-first-statewide-pause-on-ai-data-centers/a-76784015?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 03:58
While the move by the US state is temporary, it reflects mounting public fears over electricity costs, land use and environmental risks.
Iran war: US will make Iran 'thrive' if it ditches nukes
https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-us-will-make-iran-thrive-if-it-ditches-nukes/live-76783967?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 03:11
US President Donald Trump wants a "grand bargain" with Tehran, where the US can make Iran "thrive and prosper," according to Vice President JD Vance. DW has more.
France's Renault slashes engineer jobs amid pressure from Chinese carmakers
https://www.dw.com/en/france-s-renault-slashes-engineer-jobs-amid-pressure-from-chinese-carmakers/a-76783924?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 15, 2026 00:30
The French carmaker said it would cut up to 2,400 engineering jobs as the company tries to catch up to Chinese electric vehicles in terms of price and production speed.
Spain: Sanchez government finalizes amnesty plan for undocumented migrants
https://www.dw.com/en/spain-sanchez-government-finalizes-amnesty-plan-for-undocumented-migrants/a-76782610?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 19:59
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's government hailed the plan as "an act of justice and a necessity." It will allow unauthorized migrants to apply for temporary residence permits instead, and to start paying taxes.
Lufthansa pilots to strike again for 2 more days, leading to a full working week of disruption
https://www.dw.com/en/lufthansa-pilots-to-strike-again-for-2-more-days-leading-to-a-full-working-week-of-disruption/a-76783319?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 19:06
Pilots at Germany's Lufthansa airline will strike again on Thursday and Friday, the Vereinigung Cockpit trade union said.
Lebanon: Debate over fake 'plot' to overthrow government
https://www.dw.com/en/lebanon-debate-over-fake-plot-to-overthrow-government/a-76782219?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 18:54
Locals are questioning stories about whether Israel saved Lebanon from a coup to overthrow its government when it bombed Beirut. The debate underscores how divided the country is, as Israel-Lebanon talks begin.
Antisemitic violence at record high for Jews outside Israel
https://www.dw.com/en/antisemitic-violence-at-record-high-for-jews-outside-israel/a-76781707?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 17:05
As Israel marks Holocaust Remembrance Day, a new report by Tel Aviv University shows surging cases of severe violence against Jews in the West in 2025.
Sudan: Iran war prompts 'massive' food, fuel price rises; drones kill hundreds of civilians in 2026
https://www.dw.com/en/sudan-iran-war-prompts-massive-food-fuel-price-rises-drones-kill-hundreds-of-civilians-in-2026/a-76779824?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 16:55
German charities warn of increases of 70-80% in the costs of essentials in wartorn Sudan amid the unrest in the Middle East. Donors gather in Berlin on Wednesday on the third anniversary of the outbreak of the war.
Venezuela: 100 days with acting President Delcy Rodriguez
https://www.dw.com/en/venezuela-100-days-with-acting-president-delcy-rodriguez/a-76779305?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 15:38
After the US ousted Venezuela's leader Nicolas Maduro, Washington outlined a three-phase plan for the country. Now, 100 days into interim President Delcy Rodriguez's tenure, the question looms: Will she allow elections?
Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-aid-to-ukraine-faces-challenges/a-76780797?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 15:02
Ukrainian-German government talks in Berlin on Tuesday, were overshadowed by worries about continuing support for Ukraine. Political resistance is growing.
Iran war: US blockade of Hormuz tests China's restraint
https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-us-blockade-of-hormuz-tests-china-s-restraint/a-76777251?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 14:14
China, the largest buyer of Iranian oil, is weighing the fallout of the US naval blockade of Iran's ports and ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Could Beijing be drawn into the conflict?
Why India walked away from its bid to host COP33
https://www.dw.com/en/why-india-walked-away-from-its-bid-to-host-cop33/a-76778682?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 13:34
India has quietly abandoned its bid to host the UN's top-tier climate conference COP33, marking a shift from PM Narendra Modi's pledge in 2023. Experts and analysts explore what's behind the decision.
Germany debates rape law to tackle AI and online abuse
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-debates-rape-law-to-tackle-ai-and-online-abuse/a-76531016?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 12:38
Calls are growing for Germany to update its rape law after a celebrity case involving "deepfakes" caused an uproar. Campaigners are also pushing for a move to the "only yes means yes" principle of active consent.
The German who recovered from a stroke to seal Olympic first
https://www.dw.com/en/the-german-who-recovered-from-a-stroke-to-seal-olympic-first/a-76775080?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 12:33
Kathrin Marchand was an elite rower for years before becoming a doctor. But a stroke at the age of 30 changed everything. Despite the challenges, she has now achieved something no other Olympian ever has.
Orban's defeat reverberates across Central Europe
https://www.dw.com/en/orban-s-defeat-reverberates-across-central-europe/a-76776714?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 11:57
Viktor Orban's crushing defeat last weekend will have far-reaching consequences for Europe's political landscape — and especially for neighboring Czechia and Slovakia, which are run by his political bedfellows.
New whale sighting on German-Danish border
https://www.dw.com/en/new-whale-sighting-on-german-danish-border/a-76777008?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 11:52
A Beluga whale has made its way from the coast of Denmark towards the border with Germany, according to local media. The sighting comes after a humpback whale stranded in the Baltic Sea captivated Germany last month.
Haiti: Several police arrested over stampede which killed 25
https://www.dw.com/en/haiti-several-police-arrested-over-stampede-which-killed-25/a-76776816?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 11:33
The arrests included five police officers. The deadly stampede occurred at a former military citadel in the north of the country.
Germany, Ukraine discuss drone deal as Merz hosts Zelenskyy
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-ukraine-discuss-drone-deal-as-merz-hosts-zelenskyy/live-76770415?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 11:31
EU membership for Ukraine, European involvement in peace talks and a comprehensive ​bilateral drone deal were all on the agenda during German-Ukrainian government consultations. DW has more.
Germany: Man found guilty in Pelicot-style rape case
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-man-found-guilty-in-pelicot-style-rape-case/a-76775746?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 11:15
A Chinese student has been found guilty of drugging and raping a woman in Munich over a period of months. The perpetrator was a member of a Telegram chat group where men organized rapes and shared images of their crimes.
Spanish premier calls for a stronger bond between China and EU on Beijing trip
https://www.dw.com/en/spanish-premier-calls-for-a-stronger-bond-between-china-and-eu-on-beijing-trip/a-76770392?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 09:59
Spain has been one of Europe's loudest voices calling for expanding trade with China and treating it as a strategic ally, rather than an economic and geopolitical rival.
South Korea sentences 90‑year‑old woman for money laundering
https://www.dw.com/en/south-korea-sentences-90‑year‑old-woman-for-money-laundering/a-76773971?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 09:39
The woman was helping her son launder drug revenues while he was in prison in Cambodia. The court's one-year prison term took into consideration her age and clean record prior to the laundering.
The world ditched wasteful toilets, the US stayed behind
https://www.dw.com/en/the-world-ditched-wasteful-toilets-the-us-stayed-behind/a-76639304?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 08:20
US toilets use far more water than many of their global counterparts. President Donald Trump is pushing to loosen water pressure standards that critics say would increase waste.
Germany updates: Merz hosts Zelenskyy in Berlin
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-updates-merz-hosts-zelenskyy-in-berlin/live-76770415?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 08:07
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his cabinet are expected in Berlin on Tuesday for broad talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and German government ministers. DW has more.
Spanish PM Sanchez' wife charged with corruption
https://www.dw.com/en/spanish-pm-sanchez-wife-charged-with-corruption/a-76770986?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 07:58
The case is based on a complaint by an anti-corruption group with far-right ties, and is the latest in a string of corruption allegations which have plagued Sanchez' inner circle.
Colombia approves cull of Pablo Escobar-legacy wild hippos
https://www.dw.com/en/colombia-approves-cull-of-pablo-escobar-legacy-wild-hippos/a-76769831?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 07:13
Decades after the drug lord brought in the first hippos for his private zoo, their descendants have become a threat to Colombia's ecosytem.
Canada: Carney secures majority after special election
https://www.dw.com/en/canada-carney-secures-majority-after-special-election/a-76770243?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 06:23
The Liberal Party's two by-election wins secured a majority in Canada's parliament, allowing them to pass legislation without opposition support.
China: Evergrande property developer founder pleads guilty
https://www.dw.com/en/china-evergrande-property-developer-founder-pleads-guilty/a-76770242?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 06:16
China's property developer giant has become its also its most indebted and defaulted on most of its liabilities and payments in 2021. Founder Hui Ka Yan "pleaded guilty and expressed remorse," the court said.
Iran war: Tehran slams US port blockade
https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-tehran-slams-us-port-blockade/live-76769832?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 05:52
Iran has called the US blockade of its ports a "grave violation" of its sovereignty. US President Donald Trump has said Iranian representatives have asked for a deal following fruitless peace talks. DW has more.
India news: Ambedkar and the idea of Dalit upliftment
https://www.dw.com/en/india-news-ambedkar-and-the-idea-of-dalit-upliftment/live-76769509?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 03:04
As India marks the 135th birth anniversary of BR Ambedkar, DW's special coverage explores the gap between the promise of Dalit upliftment and the reality today.
Benin's finance minister wins presidential election with 94%
https://www.dw.com/en/benin-s-finance-minister-wins-presidential-election-with-94/a-76769500?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 02:29
According to provisional results, Romuald Wadagni, the election favorite, won a landslide victory in Benin's presidential election.
US: Fugitive Brazilian ex-spy chief arrested by ICE
https://www.dw.com/en/us-fugitive-brazilian-ex-spy-chief-arrested-by-ice/a-76769371?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 14, 2026 00:15
Former Brazilian intelligence chief Alexandre Ramagem has been detained by ICE in the United States. Brazil formally requested his extradition in December.
US judge dismisses Trump's lawsuit against Wall Street Journal
https://www.dw.com/en/us-judge-dismisses-trump-s-lawsuit-against-wall-street-journal/a-76769257?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 23:01
The judge threw out Donald Trump's lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a story on the US president's ties to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
EU applauds Hungary’s election result
https://www.dw.com/en/eu-applauds-hungary-s-election-result/a-76767107?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 19:36
After Hungary’s opposition ousted Viktor Orban after 16 years in power, hopes rise in Brussels that Budapest may abandon its obstructionist course. What is the EU expecting from Peter Magyar?
Trump posts and then deletes Jesus-like AI image of himself
https://www.dw.com/en/trump-posts-and-then-deletes-jesus-like-ai-image-of-himself/a-76768673?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 19:33
The US president denied looking like Jesus in the image, saying he thought it was himself "as a doctor." Trump did not explain why he deleted the post.
Lufthansa pilots launch 2-day strike, cabin crew say they will strike right after
https://www.dw.com/en/lufthansa-pilots-launch-2-day-strike-cabin-crew-say-they-will-strike-right-after/a-76760890?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 17:15
Pilots who are members of the Vereinigung Cockpit trade union are striking on Monday and Tuesday. As hundreds of flights were canceled, the UFO cabin crew union said it would also strike on Wednesday and Thursday.
Dieselgate: Audi bosses, engineers set for long trial as plea deal fails
https://www.dw.com/en/dieselgate-audi-bosses-engineers-set-for-long-trial-as-plea-deal-fails/a-76768350?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 17:14
Two former Audi bosses and two engineers are facing charges over "Dieselgate," a massive emissions scandal that still haunts Germany's automobile sector. As no plea deals could be reached, a long trial seems likely.
UK finds attack on Taylor Swift-themed class 'preventable'
https://www.dw.com/en/uk-finds-attack-on-taylor-swift-themed-class-preventable/a-76767586?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 16:49
A new report on the stabbing that left little three girls dead in UK's Southport concluded that the killer's parents and state authorities failed to act on his violent behavior.
US maritime restrictions increase economic pressure on Iran
https://www.dw.com/en/us-maritime-restrictions-increase-economic-pressure-on-iran/a-76760110?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 16:31
A US naval blockade will cut off Iran's main source of hard currency by halting most of its oil exports. Will Donald Trump's pressure force Tehran back to negotiations or widen the conflict?
Iran war: Talks collapse is bad news for ordinary Iranians
https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-talks-collapse-is-bad-news-for-ordinary-iranians/a-76767100?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 15:13
The collapse of the US-Iran talks has cast fresh doubt over whether the two sides can bridge the gap dividing them. But whether diplomacy will succeed also depends on a range of challenges inside Iran.
End of the Orban era: Hungary and Europe breathe again
https://www.dw.com/en/end-of-the-orban-era-hungary-and-europe-breathe-again/a-76766410?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 14:49
Viktor Orban's Fidesz party was swept aside in Hungary's parliamentary election. His defeat is a blow for Putin, Trump and populists the world over. Election winner Peter Magyar is promising major change.
Hungary's Magyar outlines policy in first news conference
https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-s-magyar-outlines-policy-in-first-news-conference/a-76766682?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 14:48
Prospective prime minister Peter Magyar has promised to move Budapest back towards the European Union and away from Russia. However, he is likely to continue Viktor Orban's hardline policies on immigration.
Germany's Buchenwald: Remembering Nazi atrocities
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-buchenwald-remembering-nazi-atrocities/a-76764802?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 14:02
Buchenwald was one of the largest concentration camps on German soil. Eighty‑one years ago, it was liberated. The commemoration included moving words — and protests.
'Peacemaker Pakistan': Reality or facade?
https://www.dw.com/en/peacemaker-pakistan-reality-or-facade/a-76765623?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 13:11
Islamabad has been praised for mediating the conflict between Iran and the US, but with an ongoing war with Kabul and a crackdown on the opposition at home, it needs to do some serious work to improve its stock.
Australia appoints first female army chief
https://www.dw.com/en/australia-appoints-first-female-army-chief/a-76763950?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 12:53
Susan Coyle is set to take over as Australia's army chief in July, becoming the first woman to hold that position in the country's history. Coyle joined the army at age 17.
Germany: 1 in 4 residents has 'immigration history'
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-1-in-4-residents-has-immigration-history/a-76764004?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 12:53
Every fourth person living in Germany has either moved there from abroad or been born to parents who are both immigrants. The new statistics are a modest increase on the 2024 figures.
Burkina Faso: Moving forward without democracy
https://www.dw.com/en/burkina-faso-moving-forward-without-democracy/a-76760621?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 12:26
Burkina Faso's junta leader Ibrahim Traore rejects democracy, while a new alliance in exile pushes for its return — but Traore holds the advantage.
France: Ex-CEO of cement giant Lafarge jailed for funding Syrian jihadi groups
https://www.dw.com/en/france-ex-ceo-of-cement-giant-lafarge-jailed-for-funding-syrian-jihadi-groups/a-76764335?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 11:55
The world's largest cement maker paid off terrorist groups in Syria in order to keep manufacturing there, judges in Paris ruled.
Pope Leo: I am not afraid of Trump administration
https://www.dw.com/en/pope-leo-i-am-not-afraid-of-trump-administration/a-76763503?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 11:09
The pontiff stressed that his increasingly strong anti-war statements are not attacks on any one person.
Lufthansa pilots launch 2-day strike, the fourth this year; hundreds of flights canceled
https://www.dw.com/en/lufthansa-pilots-launch-2-day-strike-the-fourth-this-year-hundreds-of-flights-canceled/a-76760890?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 10:33
Pilots who are members of the Vereinigung Cockpit trade union are striking on Monday and Tuesday. It's the fourth strike to hit Lufthansa and some of its subsidiaries this year, just days after cabin crew downed tools.
Peru general elections: Fujimori leading, runoff likely
https://www.dw.com/en/peru-general-elections-fujimori-leading-runoff-likely/a-76756162?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 09:48
Keiko Fujimori looked set to face a conservative rival in a runoff vote. More than 30 candidates had been contention for the presidency.
World's oldest gorilla celebrates 69th birthday at Berlin Zoo
https://www.dw.com/en/world-s-oldest-gorilla-celebrates-69th-birthday-at-berlin-zoo/a-76760115?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 09:03
Lady Fatou, known as the "grand dame" of the Berlin Zoo, was certified last year by Guiness as the oldest living gorilla in the world.
Pope Leo starts first Africa tour
https://www.dw.com/en/pope-leo-starts-first-africa-tour/a-76758688?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 08:51
Africa is the fastest-growing region within the Catholic Church. The pontiff is launching his first African tour with a visit to Algeria, a majority Muslim country.
Germany news: Merz announces cut fuel tax to ease price surge
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-merz-announces-cut-fuel-tax-to-ease-price-surge/live-76759123?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 07:46
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says he expects oil firms to pass on a fuel duty cut to consumers. DW has the latest.
Why Africa remains divided over Macky Sall's UN bid
https://www.dw.com/en/why-africa-remains-divided-over-macky-sall-s-un-bid/a-76739197?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 07:14
Burundi nominated former Senegal president Macky Sall for UN chief, but Africa's backing fractured. AU procedural disputes, objections and regional politics scuppered a united endorsement.
Iran war: US military to blockade Iranian ports
https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-us-military-to-blockade-iranian-ports/live-76758809?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 06:57
President Donald Trump wants to use the blockade to stop Iran from collecting transit fees and to cut off its oil revenue. Oil prices rose sharply after the announcement. Follow DW for more.
Hungary: Orban's ouster heralds thaw in EU ties
https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-orban-s-ouster-heralds-thaw-in-eu-ties/a-76758641?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 06:01
Hungarian voters have chosen the pro-EU course of Peter Magyar, ending 16 years of rule by Russia-friendly Viktor Orban. Europe is now waiting to see if he can make good on his promises to repair ties with Brussels.
Merck's Keytruda: A lifesaving drug, a global divide
https://www.dw.com/en/merck-s-keytruda-a-lifesaving-drug-a-global-divide/a-76743753?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 13, 2026 05:06
A cross-border investigation by DW and ICIJ reveals how pricing and patents helped turn a life-saving medicine into one of the world's best selling drugs while leaving many patients struggling to access it.
Peru general elections: No clear frontrunner, runoff likely
https://www.dw.com/en/peru-general-elections-no-clear-frontrunner-runoff-likely/a-76756162?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 19:05
More than 30 candidates are in contention or the presidency, with no clear frontrunner going into Sunday's vote.
Nigeria: Many dead after military bombs village market
https://www.dw.com/en/nigeria-many-dead-after-military-bombs-village-market/a-76756309?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 17:53
An airstrike on a market in Yobe, in northeastern Nigeria, has left scores of people dead and wounded, though details remain unclear. The military said it conducted a "precision" strike on a known terrorist enclave.
US-Iran talks: What prevented a deal and what's next?
https://www.dw.com/en/us-iran-talks-what-prevented-a-deal-and-what-s-next/a-76755660?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 15:52
The United States and Iran concluded 21 hours of direct talks in Pakistan on Sunday without reaching a deal to end the war, casting uncertainty over a fragile two-week ceasefire.
Zelenskyy, Putin mark Easter amid truce breach allegations
https://www.dw.com/en/zelenskyy-putin-mark-easter-amid-truce-breach-allegations/a-76754232?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 15:10
Orthodox Christians have been celebrating Easter in both Ukraine and Russia, with both countries' armed forces accusing each other of breaching a ceasefire.
Hacking women's political underrepresentation, Dutch-style
https://www.dw.com/en/hacking-women-s-political-underrepresentation-dutch-style/a-76699402?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 13:59
Some 504 women were elected in recent Dutch local elections, with a "Vote for a Woman" campaign boosting their chances to gather preferential votes. Despite the record figure, women remain underrepresented.
Benin heads to the polls to elect a new president
https://www.dw.com/en/benin-heads-to-the-polls-to-elect-a-new-president/a-76754222?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 13:38
Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is the favourite to win after being endorsed by outgoing president Patrice Talon. Wadagni's only rival, Paul Hounkpe, has a much lower profile.
Does age verification for social media help protect kids?
https://www.dw.com/en/does-age-verification-for-social-media-help-protect-kids/a-76713278?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 13:36
A number of countries want to bring in age restrictions for social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. But can such bans really tackle the problems social media poses?
Germany: Betting on elections is illegal — but possible
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-betting-on-elections-is-illegal-but-possible/a-76712766?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 12:36
Online gambling is gaining traction in Germany. Using prediction markets like Polymarket to bet on political events remains illegal, but it is almost impossible to police.
Haiti: More than 30 killed in stampede at historical fort
https://www.dw.com/en/haiti-more-than-30-killed-in-stampede-at-historical-fort/a-76753125?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 10:11
A deadly stampede broke out during an annual event to celebrate Citadelle Laferriere, a UNESCO-listed fort that is a symbol of Haiti's hard-won independence.
Germany: Bundesliga side Union Berlin appoint first female head coach
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-bundesliga-side-union-berlin-appoint-first-female-head-coach/a-76752630?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 09:30
Marie-Louise Eta has become the first-ever female head coach of a senior men's side in Europe's top five leagues, following the dismissal of Steffen Baumgart. The 34-year-old already has experience in men's football.
India: Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle dies at 92
https://www.dw.com/en/india-legendary-playback-singer-asha-bhosle-dies-at-92/a-76752404?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 08:48
Asha Bhosle was one of the world's most prolific recording artists, with some 11,000 songs. She is one of the most celebrated voices of Bollywood songs in Indian history.
China boosts ties with Taiwan after opposition leader visits
https://www.dw.com/en/china-boosts-ties-with-taiwan-after-opposition-leader-visits/a-76752265?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 08:27
China said it would resume flights between Taiwan and more cities on the mainland, as well as easing bans on Taiwanese food and TV shows.
India news: Jaishankar meets UAE deputy PM to discuss Iran war
https://www.dw.com/en/india-news-jaishankar-meets-uae-deputy-pm-to-discuss-iran-war/live-76745829?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 08:06
India is reaching out to its key economic partners in the Middle East to take stock of the impact of the Iran war and ensure smooth trade. Meanwhile, PM Modi is busy campaigning in West Bengal. DW has more.
Ireland clears refinery blockade as fuel protests trigger nationwide shortages
https://www.dw.com/en/ireland-clears-refinery-blockade-as-fuel-protests-trigger-nationwide-shortages/a-76751180?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 05:56
Authorities used force reopen the country's only refinery after days of disruption over petrol prices left fuel pumps dry and threatened emergency services.
What could come after a rules-based world order?
https://www.dw.com/en/what-could-come-after-a-rules-based-world-order/a-76742441?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 05:16
The war between the US, Israel and Iran was, for many, a sign that the rules-based world order, a set of principles developed after World War II, is collapsing. If that era is over, what could be next?
Hungary election: Peter Magyar challenges long-time leader Viktor Orban
https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-election-peter-magyar-challenges-long-time-leader-viktor-orban/live-76750838?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 03:09
Hungarians are heading to the polls in an election that could end Prime Minister Viktor Orban's 16-year rule. Opposition leader Peter Magyar has emerged as the biggest threat to Orban's grip on power.
US and Iran have not reached an agreement, Vance says
https://www.dw.com/en/us-and-iran-have-not-reached-an-agreement-vance-says/live-76750859?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Published: April 12, 2026 02:06
US Vice President JD Vance said there was no deal with Iran after 21 hours of negotiations in Pakistan. He said Iranian negotiators had chosen not to accept US terms for deal, which he insisted had been "quite flexible."
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