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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk

What could European troop deployment in Ukraine look like?

This handout photo by the Security Service of Ukraine shows a part of the Russian nuclear-capable hypersonic Oreshnik missile system photographed lying on green planks next to a ruler

This handout photo by the Security Service of Ukraine shows a part of the Russian nuclear-capable hypersonic Oreshnik missile system photographed lying on green planks next to a ruler

Russia fires hypersonic Oreshnik missile at Ukraine

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Syrian army renews strikes on Kurdish forces in Aleppo

Australia: State of disaster declared amid Victoria fires

Venezuela launches talks with US to restore ties

North Korea claims it shot down South Korean drone

Iran: Protests continue amid internet shutdown

Trump says US will take Greenland the 'easy way or hard way'

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Iran

Iran is one of the largest and most influential countries in the Middle East. Until 1979, it was a monarchy. Since the revolution, Iran has been an "Islamic Republic."

Security forces at the Imam Khomeini Hospital in Ilam province, Iran

Security forces at the Imam Khomeini Hospital in Ilam province, Iran

Hospital attack highlights 'brutality' of Iran clampdown

Hospital attack highlights 'brutality' of Iran clampdown

As protests grow, Iranian forces "behaved with savage brutality" when they stormed a hospital in Ilam, a nurse told DW.

A protester covers his face while moving towards the camera with more protesters visible in the background, Kermanshah, Iran (January 8, 2025)

A protester covers his face while moving towards the camera with more protesters visible in the background, Kermanshah, Iran (January 8, 2025)

Iran goes dark: Regime cuts internet amid protests, unrest

Iran goes dark: Regime cuts internet amid protests, unrest

The internet is down across most of Iran as the ongoing protests escalate towards a potential turning point.

A nightime shot of protesters in Anzali in northern Iran

A nightime shot of protesters in Anzali in northern Iran

Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei threatens protesters in Iran

Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei threatens protesters in Iran

The regime has shut down the internet and cut off international calls — and is promising to punish protesters.

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Africa

Money changes hands in a Ugandan market

Money changes hands in a Ugandan market

Uganda's debt crisis deepens ahead of elections

With debt at record highs in Uganda, analysts warn borrowing is unsustainable and risks future growth.

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Asia

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Three people standing outside in a park-like area, holding small radio transmitters

Could ham radio help Taiwan survive wartime internet outage?

Amid claims of China damaging Taiwan's internet links, some citizens are setting up their own emergency communications.

Germany

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US troops in front of US flag

US troops in Germany are legacy of World War II, Cold War

The US maintains a major military presence in Germany — a vital part of its post-World War II national defense strategy.

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EU advances Mercosur South America trade deal despite strife

The deal will link Europe with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay for one of the world's largest free-trade zones.

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Middle East

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A woman carries her child as she flees, following renewed clashes between the Syrian army and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF)

Syria: Deadly Aleppo clashes raise fears of wider war

As thousands flee amid fighting between Kurdish forces and the national army, can international mediators deescalate?

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North America

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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and Border Patrol stand guard, while an upside down U.S flag flutters

Thousands protest ICE killing of woman in Minneapolis

The Trump administration is taking the side of the shooter, saying he is owed a debt of gratitude.

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Sunrise over Caracas

A German entrepreneur sees opportunity in Venezuela's crisis

Thilo Schmitz has spent three decades in Caracas, living through Venezuela's volatile recent history.

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Greenland

The world's largest island is a mineral-rich, autonomous territory of Denmark. Because of its proximity to the Arctic region, Greenland has had a front-row seat to global climate change as temperatures rise.

The Joint Arctic Command headquarter handling the Defence's tasks in and around Greenland and the Faroe Islands is pictured in Nuuk, Greenland

The Joint Arctic Command headquarter handling the Defence's tasks in and around Greenland and the Faroe Islands is pictured in Nuuk, Greenland

Why NATO can't handle Trump's Greenland gambit

Why NATO can't handle Trump's Greenland gambit

NATO was designed to counter external threats. What happens when its biggest member attacks a smaller ally?

A split picture of left, Donald Trump pointing during a speech, and, right, snow-covered houses on the coastline of Greenland

A split picture of left, Donald Trump pointing during a speech, and, right, snow-covered houses on the coastline of Greenland

Greenland minister rejects US overtures to buy the territory

Greenland minister rejects US overtures to buy the territory

The mining minister says Greenland must be treated as a partner — and the people will decide the fate of their island.

A small aircraft comes into land in Nuuk, Greenland

A small aircraft comes into land in Nuuk, Greenland

Some worry Trump could advance Greenland agenda with force

Some worry Trump could advance Greenland agenda with force

The Trump White House continues to threaten Greenland — saying all options, including military action, are on the table.

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Protesters at the Branderburg Gate in Berlin hold up a large banner saying PEACE, in the colors of the Venezuelan flag

Majority of Germans condemn US intervention in Venezuela

While rejection of the operation is strong, there is disagreement over how Germany should respond.

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Two people huddled over a piece of equipment on the ground of a shed.

Ukraine's soldiers using AI in war against Russia

In Ukraine, artificial intelligence has changed how wars are fought. Drones are saving soldiers — and taking lives.

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Two altar boys stand during a traditional ceremony, in a doorway filled with light

Italy's Catholic abuse survivors demand end to cover-up

Francesco Zanardi is demanding transparency. He wants the Catholic Church to finally take decisive action against abuse.

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The hands of Mohamed, a refugee seated in an internal displacement camp

El-Fasher survivors tell of harrowing effort to escape RSF

In Sudan, el-Fasher is now under RSF control. DW's Sella Oneko and Konan Tipen spoke with survivors of the siege.

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Piles of files on the desk at the financial court in Berlin-Brandenburg

Why Germany struggles to fight financial crime

Germany lacks thousands of state prosecutors to fight financial crime, but the judicial system's problems run deeper.

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People stand ankle-deep in flood waters in Florida, US after hurricane Milton

The impact of US withdrawal from global climate pacts

The US has pledged to pull out of environmental agencies, but it doesn't spell the end of environmental action.

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A pony in a snowy field near the French city of Tours

Winter vibes across Europe

Sparkling snowy landscapes, frozen lakes and snow-covered cities — a winter wonderland has blanketed most of Europe.

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A screenshot from a video showing a Ghanaian painter standing amid paint and other supplies in a studio

Ghanaian painter makes Guinness World Record history

Artist Sharon Dede Padi hopes her record-breaking 584-foot leaf-print painting will inspire more women to pursue art.

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Two young men, stylishly dressed with orange hats, holding up clothing on hangars in their studio

Lagos brothers redefining African fashion

Twin Nigerian designers Benedict and Benjamin Okoye are stitching African identity into every suit.

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Bayern Munich players celebrate after a goal

What to watch out for as the Bundesliga resumes play

Bayern Munich seem to have the Bundesliga title all but sealed. But could a serious challenger still emerge?

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Believers dive into a hole in the ice in the frozen Dnipro River to mark epiphany in Kyiv

Orthodox Christians plunge into ice-cold religious ritual

Epiphany is a key date in the church year. On Jan. 6, Orthodox Christians dive into freezing waters to retrieve a cross.

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